Recent Scores
  • Apr 22 / JV Girls LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 13, Mullen High School - 3
  • Apr 19 / JV Girls LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 10, Chatfield High School - 5
  • Apr 18 / Varsity Girls LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 7, Cheyenne Mountain High School - 8
  • Apr 16 / JV Girls LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 10, ThunderRidge High School - 3
  • Apr 15 / Varsity Girls LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 12, ThunderRidge High School - 20
  • Apr 15 / Varsity BaseballRock Canyon High School - 15, ThunderRidge High School - 5
  • Apr 13 / JV Boys LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 9, Cherokee Trail High School - 2
  • Apr 13 / Varsity BaseballRock Canyon High School - 6, Grandview High School - 7
  • Apr 13 / Varsity Boys LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 9, Cherokee Trail High School - 7
  • Apr 13 / Varsity Boys VolleyballRock Canyon High School - 0, Ponderosa High School - 3
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A graphic of the skyline reads RC Goes to NYC to introduce the article.
Manhattan at Mile High
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.”
The Week in Photos: April 13-April 19
The Rock Online Newspaper staff and Black & Gold Yearbook staff take a celebratory photo to commemorate the publications’ national awards received at the National Student Press Association (NSPA) Journalism Education Association (JEA) Kansas City Convention April 6. The Rock Online and Black & Gold received eight national awards in total, including five from the NSPA Sports Photo award category. The Rock Online website won fourth place in overall Best of Show. “I was very shocked when I won an award at the NSPA convention, because I like to compare myself to a lot of the other photographers, and it was just really cool to hear my name called in front of all those people,” Yeater said. “Not only did I learn a lot during the many workshops I went to, I also got the opportunity to bond with some people that I hadn’t known very well prior to the convention, so I think my biggest takeaway is how close of a family everyone in media is.”
The Week in Photos: April 6-April 12
The image shows an up-close shot of the partial solar eclipse observable in Colorado April 8. Colorado was only able to observe a partial solar eclipse while other parts of the country saw total coverage.
A Glimpse at the Eclipse
During Kindness Week, MJ Mejia ‘25 completes her planning work for Peer Counseling during period seven April 2. Kindness Week, which began on April 1 and continues through April 5, is run by student peer counselors. The week encompasses spreading kindness to one another through promoting spirit days, selling kindness grams, organizing a campus clean up, passing out journals and more. “Our goal with Kindness Week is to create a better environment in our school and just spread kindness to our community,” Mejia said. “We just want to make sure that everyone feels appreciated and just find a way to spread kindness around here.”
The Week in Photos: March 30-April 5
The winterguard team poses with their banner after winning first place in their region at State at the University of Denver Magness Arena, April 6. Led by coaches Marguerite Sanford and Blair Bickerton, they had been working on their show since December. This was the first year the team had ever won state championships or won first place at all. “When I heard our name, it felt like all of our hard work had paid off,” Ava Delp ‘27 said.
Sweeping the Season
Will Rosenmeyer 24 interviews a student on his March Madness bracket April 2.
Final Four Take
The girls varsity soccer team walk back to their bench during halftime April 1. The Jags played against the Castle View Sabercats at the Douglas County Stadium and scored 3-0 W. “It felt really good [to beat Castle View]. I feel like that was a big win for us because knowing that we came together to beat a pretty good team has definitely given us some leverage for this season,” attacking midfielder Grace Rossner ‘24 said.
Freezing the Competition
On Feb. 24, Emerson Yu ‘24 climbs a roped route during the girls’ varsity competition. Participants had three hours to complete a total of five routes: two roped, two bouldering and one of their choice. “I started climbing about a year and a half ago,” Yu said. “I didn’t start competing until my senior year, which I kind of regret because I love it so much. The rock climbing community is great.”
Reaching New Heights
Bodey Sherill ‘24 pins Max Garcia during his match against the Heritage Eagles Jan. 17. Sherill won by pin in five minutes and 34 seconds. “I knew I had more technical experience and endurance than he did. I knew if I kept that in mind, I’d beat him,” Sherill said.
A Second Semester Wrestling Recap
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Think Thankful: A Recap of Teacher Appreciation Night
English teacher Colleen Lamb grades College Prep English assignments during period two Nov. 10. Lamb, who has been teaching for 27 years, decorates her classroom with posters and handmade college flags from her senior students. Everything I enjoy about English happens primarily in the classroom, Lamb said. So, thankfully, the college [I worked at] had a teaching program, and I was able to do my post-grad work for free while I was working [there].”
FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: Learning with Lamb
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From Sheets to Screens
A graphic introduces the next piece in the column Odds and Ends. Contact Ally Kelley!
Odds and Ends: Parking Lot Problems
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Rock Ones: Episode One With Payton HOT-away
Lola Claggett ‘25 tries to slip herself away from Kyle Walsh ‘25 during the final dress rehearsal in the auditorium April 2. Kim, Claggett’s character, initially found herself head-over-heels for Conrad, played by Walsh. However, after spending time with Conrad alone, Kim quickly realizes her mistake and tries to find a way to return to her home. “A challenge I came across while playing Kim was being able to pinpoint when her opinion of Conrad changed,” Claggett said. “She has to love him at first and slowly start to see the gross person he is. I had a hard time making that arc not only noticeable to the audience but also make sense and be in line with the rest of the plot.”
“Bye Bye Birdie:” A Performance in Photos
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The Ultimate Quiz: Could You Be the President?
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QUIZ: What Season Are You?
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Which “Wonka” Song Wins?
The paper display of Ariel from The Little Mermaid is hung on the wall March 4. Ariel was one of the six characters that line the 2000s pod.
A Tour of Decorations for Wish Week Celebrations
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.”
The Week in Photos: April 13-April 19
A graphic reads Rock Ones, presented by: The Rock Newspaper to introduce the video.
Rock Ones: Episode One With Payton HOT-away
Will Rosenmeyer 24 interviews a student on his March Madness bracket April 2.
Final Four Take
A graphic depicts the words “What does Wish Week 2024 Mean to You” in pink text with a blue background to introduce the article.
What Does Wish Week Mean to You?
At Prairie View High School, the winterguard team poses with their plaque after winning first place at their competition Feb. 24. This was the second time they won first place this year, this time with a score of 74.190 points. “I [love being] a witch, but my favorite [part of the show] is the trios, it’s so cool,” Heather Strickland ‘27 said.
Winterguard Witches on a Winning Streak
A visual depicts a tuxedo surrounded by the words Step-by-Step for the Special Night to introduce part one of the three-part Prom series.
Step-by-Step for the Special Night: Dress to Impress
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OPINION: “I’ll be 87, You’ll Be 89”
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Will’s Wish Week Weekend Recommendations
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The Secret of Life: Setting Healthy Boundaries
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The Secret Of Life: What to Know About Stress
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The Secret of Life: Setting Healthy Boundaries
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The Secret Of Life: What to Know About Stress
A graphic introduces the second article of the column “Mental Health Mondays.”
Mental Health Mondays: Students and Social Media
A graphic introduces the next piece in the column Odds and Ends. Contact Ally Kelley!
Odds and Ends: Screaming Sirens or Soft Speech?
Varsity softball captain and shortstop Sydney Boulaphinh ‘24 swings to hit the ball during the fifth inning Oct. 3. Boulaphinh committed to play Division 1 collegiate softball for Stanford University during her junior year. This season was one of the worst seasons in Rock Canyon history, Boulaphinh said. I think this team had a lot of expectations and relied on many people to carry, and that never happened. I believe most of the games we lost, we could’ve won. It’s the little things that matter--when it came down to who got to 21 outs first, we weren’t the team.
Day in the Life: Game Day for Varsity Softball
Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper

the Rock Online
Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper

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Recent Results

SportDateOpponentResultW/L
JV Girls LacrosseMon, Apr 22 Mullen High School13-3W
Mullen High School13-3W
JV Girls LacrosseFri, Apr 19 Chatfield High School 10-5W
Chatfield High School 10-5W
Varsity Girls LacrosseThu, Apr 18 Cheyenne Mountain High Sch7-8L
Cheyenne Mountain High Sch7-8L
JV Girls LacrosseTue, Apr 16 ThunderRidge High School 10-3W
ThunderRidge High School 10-3W
Varsity Girls LacrosseMon, Apr 15 ThunderRidge High School 12-20L
ThunderRidge High School 12-20L
Varsity BaseballMon, Apr 15 ThunderRidge High School 15-5W
ThunderRidge High School 15-5W
JV Boys LacrosseSat, Apr 13 Cherokee Trail High School9-2W
Cherokee Trail High School9-2W
Varsity BaseballSat, Apr 13 Grandview High School 6-7L
Grandview High School 6-7L
Varsity Boys LacrosseSat, Apr 13 Cherokee Trail High School9-7W
Cherokee Trail High School9-7W
Varsity Boys VolleyballSat, Apr 13 Ponderosa High School0-3L
Ponderosa High School0-3L
JV BaseballSat, Apr 13 Grandview High School4-3W
Grandview High School4-3W
Varsity Girls SoccerSat, Apr 13 Fossil Ridge High School1-1T
Fossil Ridge High School1-1T
JV Girls SoccerSat, Apr 13 Fossil Ridge High School0-0T
Fossil Ridge High School0-0T
Varsity Boys LacrosseFri, Apr 12 Highlands Ranch High Schoo22-1W
Highlands Ranch High Schoo22-1W
Varsity Girls LacrosseFri, Apr 12 Denver East High School12-11W
Denver East High School12-11W
JV Girls LacrosseFri, Apr 12 Denver East High School11-4W
Denver East High School11-4W
Varsity Boys VolleyballFri, Apr 12 Canon City High School3-0W
Canon City High School3-0W
Varsity Boys VolleyballFri, Apr 12 Discovery Canyon High Scho0-3L
Discovery Canyon High Scho0-3L
Varsity Girls TennisFri, Apr 12 Heritage High School5-2W
Heritage High School5-2W
Varsity Girls LacrosseThu, Apr 11 Air Academy High School10-11L
Air Academy High School10-11L
Click on any sport above to see a full schedule for that sport.

Upcoming Games

SportDateTimeOpponentLocation
Varsity Girls LacrosseThu, Apr 25 4:00 p.m. Palmer Ridge High School Palmer Ridge High Sc
Palmer Ridge High School Palmer Ridge High Sc
Varsity Girls SoccerThu, Apr 25 TBAHighlands Ranch High Schoo
Highlands Ranch High Schoo
Varsity Boys VolleyballThu, Apr 25 6:00 p.m.Chaparral High SchoolRock Canyon High Sch
Chaparral High SchoolRock Canyon High Sch
JV Boys VolleyballThu, Apr 25 4:45 p.m. Chaparral High SchoolRock Canyon High Sch
Chaparral High SchoolRock Canyon High Sch
Varsity Track and FieldFri, Apr 26 Liberty Bell Invite Echo Park Stadium
Liberty Bell Invite Echo Park Stadium
Varsity Track and FieldSat, Apr 27 Liberty Bell Invite Echo Park Stadium
Liberty Bell Invite Echo Park Stadium
Varsity Girls LacrosseMon, Apr 29 6:00 p.m.Pine Creek High SchoolHalftime Help Stadiu
Pine Creek High SchoolHalftime Help Stadiu
Varsity Boys LacrosseTue, Apr 30 8:00 p.m. Valor Christian High SchooValor Christian High
Valor Christian High SchooValor Christian High
JV Boys LacrosseTue, Apr 30 6:00 p.m.Valor Christian High SchooValor Christian High
Valor Christian High SchooValor Christian High
JV BaseballTue, Apr 30 4:30 p.m. Castle View High School Rock Canyon High Sch
Castle View High School Rock Canyon High Sch
Varsity Boys VolleyballTue, Apr 30 6:30 p.m. Grandview High School Grandview High Schoo
Grandview High School Grandview High Schoo
JV Girls SoccerTue, Apr 30 4:30 p.m. Cherokee Trail High SchoolCherokee Trail High
Cherokee Trail High SchoolCherokee Trail High
Varsity BaseballWed, May 01 4:15 p.m. Heritage High SchoolHeritage High School
Heritage High SchoolHeritage High School
Varsity Track and FieldThu, May 02 League Championships Echo Park Stadium
League Championships Echo Park Stadium
JV BaseballThu, May 02 4:30 p.m. Heritage High SchoolHeritage High School
Heritage High SchoolHeritage High School
Varsity BaseballFri, May 03 4:15 p.m. Mountain Vista High SchoolRock Canyon High Sch
Mountain Vista High SchoolRock Canyon High Sch
Varsity Track and FieldSat, May 04 League Championships Echo Park Stadium
League Championships Echo Park Stadium
Freshman BaseballSat, May 04 1:30 p.m.Mountain Vista High SchoolMountain Vista High
Mountain Vista High SchoolMountain Vista High
Varsity BaseballMon, May 06 4:15 p.m. Highlands Ranch High SchooHighlands Ranch High
Highlands Ranch High SchooHighlands Ranch High
JV BaseballTue, May 07 4:30 p.m. Highlands Ranch High SchooHighlands Ranch High
Highlands Ranch High SchooHighlands Ranch High
Click on any sport above to see a full schedule for that sport.

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Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper
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