![On Oct. 30, 24 Eco Club members took a tour of the school’s solar panels on the roof. They were guided and taught by an employee from E Light Electric, the company that maintains the school’s solar panels, and learned about how the panels are maintained and cared for. “I was definitely very excited about being on the roof in general,” Eco Club member Olivia Fang ‘26 said. “[It was exciting to] learn more about solar panels and how they work and how they supply energy to our school.”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/RCH_2632-1200x800.jpg)
![Math teacher Austin Bennett observes seventh period students step to the board to solve Equation of Circle problems May 2. Bennett has been teaching for a total of four years, with only two of those years spent as a Jag. He hopes after his time as a high school teacher to become a professor. "[College math] is more challenging, and it's good to challenge yourself," Bennett said.](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/IMG_0147-1200x900.jpg)
![Varsity girls soccer midfielder Leah Sheahan ‘24 hugs a friend during the Senior Night celebrations before the home game against Mountain Vista High School (MVHS) at Echo Park Stadium April 29. During Senior Night, seniors were given flowers and the opportunity to walk out and take pictures with their family as their future plans and favorite memories were announced over the speakers. The Jags tied 0-0, losing the Continental League Championship. “We were obviously the stronger team but just couldn’t find a way to score, but otherwise our connection and our intensity was really high so I’m proud of that. We just have to find the net,” defense midfielder Clara Geuzaine ‘24 said. “[Losing League] wasn’t the best. It’s better than last year and like, I know our team and we are doing really good. I don’t want to jinx it but like hopefully [we’ll do] good [in playoffs].”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Copy-of-DSC_4277-1-1200x868.jpg)
![In room 4101, Natalie Patterson ‘26, Ariana Magor ‘25 and Celina Salazar ‘25 create a poster in science teacher Kerry Reilly’s Chemistry Honors April 18. The three completed a worksheet and drawing to explain the implosion of a tank for their unit on gas laws. “At the start of class, we watched a video of the tank imploding,” Patterson said. “I think [making a drawing] is something new. I like more artsy activities.”](https://rockmediaonline.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/IMG_5019-1200x900.jpeg)
FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: JT Adam’s Football Chant
Security Guard JT Adams tells about his many hobbies and his experiences coaching the school football team.
media by Dawson Hunt
Security Guard JT Adams stands by the stairs by the security desk. Adams started working in schools because he enjoyed helping students. “I just like being in a good environment,” Adams said. “I’ve always wanted to work with kids and help kids so that’s why I’m here.”
November 18, 2022
“Who’s house? Our house!”
Picture yourself at an assembly. The bleachers shift with excitement. Then, Security Guard JT Adams starts to chant. Adams is known for starting hype trains at football games and assemblies where he gets students pumped up by starting chants.
Q: What is your name and occupation?
A: JT. Security guard and football coach at Rock Canyon.
Q: How long have you been at Rock Canyon?
A: Since 2015.
Q: Is there anything in particular you enjoy about being a security guard and a football coach?
A: Just being in a good environment.
Q: Do you have any hobbies outside of school?
A: Yes, I have my own athletic gear called gym slayer and I also like watching football.
Q: What’s your favorite football team?
A: The Tampa Bay Buccaneers.
Q: Are you from Florida?
A: Yes.
Q: Did you go to college there?
A: No, I went to college in Arkansas.
Q: What did you major in?
A: Money and History.
Q: Are you carrying that here?
A: Not here, no.
Q: So what brought you here working as a security guard and a coach?
A: I’ve always wanted to work with kids and help kids so that’s why I am here.
Q: Do you have any family or live with anyone?
A: Yes. I live with my wife and my four dogs.
Q: Do you have a favorite movie?
A: “The Equalizer.”
Q: What car do you drive right now?
A: I drive an Audi Q Five and I have a Hyundai Tucson 2022.
Q: If you could drive any car, what would it be?
A: The Chevy Shelby truck.
Q: Alright, and one last question for you. When did you start your OG chant for football?
A: We started it in Pop Warner football back in Florida and we would chant it whenever we would score.