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Passed in May 2024, Bill 24-1164 requires Colorado schools to provide free menstrual products in bathrooms. It was sponsored by democratic representative Leslie Herod and signed by governor Jared Polis.
Actions Made for Accessible Products
Several school districts in the United States including Rock Canyon have made period products free for grades
by Rosie Benson, Chief Operations Editor • September 19, 2025

According to NBC News, one in three teenagers cannot afford menstrual products.  In the past, they have been sold in district school bathrooms...

Three students were injured Wednesday afternoon after a shooting incident at Evergreen High School in Jefferson County, according to a report by the Denver Post. Three students-including a suspected shooter-were taken to CommonSpirit St. Anthony Hospital in  Lakewood, with a fourth sustaining injuries after fleeing the scene of the incident.

(Media by courtesy of Jefferson County Public Schools/evergreen.jeffcopublicschools.org)
BREAKING: Shooting incident occurs at Evergreen High School
by Dee Lee, Editor-in-Chief • September 10, 2025

UPDATED SEPT. 11 NOTE: This is an ongoing story. Rockmedia will continue to publish updates. Reach us through email at [email protected]...

Minutes before the Activities Fair in the gym, president Abhi Gowda ‘26 prepares the stall for his club Helping Hands, Sept. 4. A relatively new club, Helping Hands was co-started by Gowda and focuses on assisting the homeless, and just last year they succeeded in raising a couple hundred donations to send to shelters. This year, they have goals to expand, with hopes to increase volunteer opportunities and take in-person trips to shelters, as well as extend their help beyond just homeless people. “The Activities Fair gives a lot of underclassmen the opportunity to really get to know the Canyon culture, and it gives them many opportunities for service and volunteering,” Gowda said. “[Through the Activities Fair,] I hope to find a bunch of new and passionate members about our club and just get our name out there and spread awareness to the cause that we’re fighting for.”
Tables and Talents: Students Get Involved in Music, Art and More
by Bella Lin, Editor-in-Chief • September 10, 2025

On Sept. 4., club officers left their Seminars early and entered the gym to prepare for one of the largest membership-boosting events of the...

The Week In Photos: August 14-22
The Week In Photos: August 14-22
by Staff August 27, 2025

                                   

Three, Two, One - We're Done
Three, Two, One – We’re Done
by Ally Kelley, Multimedia Editor • May 12, 2025

It’s 2:49 p.m., the school day is almost over. Teachers released students, primarily seniors, early to crowd around the grand staircase. As...

As of May 2025, College Board will be changing 28 AP exams to either hybrid or fully digital tests. 13 of the school's offered AP exams will be fully digital, and 11 will be hybrid digital.
Time’s Ticking
by Bella Lin, Editor-in-Chief • April 7, 2025

It’s that time of the year again: AP teachers are wrapping up content and beginning to prepare their students for the upcoming tests in May....

Spring arrived on March 20 and warmer temperatures are expected in April and May. According to nbcnews.com in Spring the sun's rays are more concentrated than they are during winter, which creates warmer temperatures and less snow. “Spring is my favorite season because the temperatures get warmer but not too hot so its a great temperature,” Sienna Russo ‘27 said.
Do Not Fear, Spring is Here
by Brynn Gosnell, Staff Relations Editor • April 2, 2025

As vibrant blooms begin the sun shines bright and a gentle breeze pass by. This means Spring is just around the corner, and warmer temperatures...

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Girls flag football is a growing sport, as it first became a certified varsity sport in 2020. The first states to certify the sport were California Florida, and New York to grow its popularity throughout the United States. “My favorite part about flag football is games because it gives the team the opportunity to prove and demonstrate their skill,” rusher Anna Eggemeyer ‘27 said.
Females in Flag
by Brynn Gosnell, Staff Relations Editor • September 19, 2025

From neighborhood parks to travel club teams to high school teams, girls from all around the nation are taking part in an emerging sport: girls...

After the coin toss, running back Mason Mills ‘26 and wide receiver Ellis Watson ‘26 at 
Echo Park Stadium Sept. 5 for the home opener against Fossil Ridge High School (FRHS). Mills has had 58 rushing yards so far this season. “The coin toss is always where the worst nerves are and the hardest part is trying to control them. This game was just another team in our way. This doesn’t change our mind set or approach to any other games in the future. It is one game at a time, one week at a time. Everyone had a huge sense of accomplishment and hunger for the rest of the season,” Mills said.
Jags beat Fossil Ridge Saber Cats in Home Opener: Photo Recap
by Quinn Barton, Chief Operations Editor • September 12, 2025

As the tunnel inflated with air and the song “Power” by Kanye West played, the Jags entered the field and kept the momentum from the previous...

Wide receivers Joey Dodge ‘26 and Kai Ingrassia ‘26 celebrate during the Chaparral game at Echo Park Stadium Aug. 27 at 7 p.m. Last season, Ingrassia was a stat leader with three receiving touchdowns according to Maxpreps. “The game went very and I feel like we showed the state that this is a new era of Rock Canyon Football, and we have the chance to be very great this year. I definitely think we are heading in the right direction. There are obviously things we need to clean up and be better at, but if we stay the course, we have the ability to shock the state this year,” Dodge said. “I don’t think I would have changed anything it was a great first game.”
Jags take victory in first Friday Night Lights against Chaparral Wolverines: Photo Recap
by Quinn Barton, Chief Operations Editor • September 4, 2025

UPDATED SEPT. 5 After a summer of lifting, practices and a scrimmage, it was game time. Under the stadium lights at Echo Park Aug. 29 at...

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scores & schedules
Ryan Whitham-O’Dell '26 and Emmerson Leddick '26 show off childhood favorites and friendship in Senior Studies. Their backpacks of choice are Jurassic Park and Hello Kitty.
Back-packin’
More than just glitter, jokes and cartoons: Seniors reminisce on their childhoods through backpacks
by Leona Waters and Teagan Atchison September 29, 2025

Imagine this—you're walking through the school halls, then all of a sudden you see people with sparkles, funny designs, and even all the shows...

April marks the 25th anniversary of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, created by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center (NSVRC). This month is to spread awareness of the harassment, assault and abuse that happens around the world. The symbol that represented the month was a teal ribbon; however, some survivors of assault create different symbols and movements like the TikTok trend in 2022, where survivors would tattoo Medusa on their body, in honor of her backstory in Greek Mythology. “I don't think [this month is known] at all. I rarely see anybody talk about it. I rarely see much of an emphasis on posting it online, or much discussion about it, and I feel like there needs to be way more discussion,” an anonymous source said. “I think just validating every experience that a person has gone through, regardless of the degree of it, the severity, is an essential step into making sure that people are aware that this is a very real problem in a society and that we need to do better in addressing it.”
Not My Fault
by Ally Kelley, Multimedia Editor • April 30, 2025

"The bear can’t bear the attention turned away. It can’t handle when the doe finally made headway. Subconsciously, it hunts, ready...

Thirty-nine French students participated in Le Grand Concors, a National French Contest sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French, showcasing their skills in various aspects of the French language from Feb.14 to April 8. The annual competition evaluates participants on their oral proficiency, written expression and listening comprehension abilities.“I like to practice French outside of school and get practice quizzes, then I do the extra practice that my teacher assigns. I feel really good and proud of myself for getting first place and it's like one of my bigger accomplishments for the school,” Keren Bantshi ‘26 said.
French Students ranked nationally in Le Grand Concours
by Ofure Okojie, Reporter • April 30, 2025

Thirty-nine French students recently participated in the National French Contest sponsored by the American Association of Teachers of French,...

This picture depicts the symbol representing Autism Spectrum Disorder according to Autism Learning Partners.
It Really is a Spectrum
by Avery Laird, Reporter • April 2, 2025

Right now, you have most likely met someone with ASD, and what you think you know about them is most likely wrong.   About Autism Spectrum...

Varsity Guard Brooke Harding ‘25 goes up against Cherry Creek High School Jan. 8 at 7 p.m. Harding finished off this season with a total of 380 points and will be attending Colorado Mesa University next year for basketball. The game ended in a 69-55 L. “Every win is definitely a team win. No game is won because of one person. We all need each other, and it’s amazing that we are all close because it definitely helps our chemistry,” Harding said.
Day in the Life of a Varsity Girls Basketball Player
by Quinn Barton, Chief Operations Editor • March 31, 2025

The scoreboard buzzes. It’s 7 p.m. in the Jungle. Warm ups begin.  Game day begins not at 7 p.m. in the Jungle but at the beginning of...

At the 2024 AAU Junior National Championships in Orlando, Florida, Riva Linga ‘28 takes the court as a middle blocker for Relentless Volleyball Club (RVC) on the 14 Z’s Nationals team, which proudly secured 64th place out of 186 teams nationwide.
Overcoming the Struggles: How Injured Students Navigate the Challenges of School
by Kaliya Glaser, Reporter • March 28, 2025

In the Jaguar community, students with injuries often face the challenge of navigating daily activities and getting around packed halls when...

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The Night Aspect, a boss from Elden Ring Nightreign, cuts through the night sky. This boss is highly praised for its aesthetic and game design.
Pixel Perfect: As Night Falls
by Geoff Brauchler, Chief Operations Editor • August 25, 2025

In 2022, Japanese studio FromSoftware released what many would consider to be their magnum opus, Elden Ring. The open world role-playing game...

This image depicts the area of “Limgrave” from Elden Ring. This is one of the first vistas that players see as they start their journey through the “Lands Between”.
Pixel Perfect: By the Grace of Gold
by Geoff Brauchler, Chief Operations Editor • May 20, 2025

Recently, a consistent trend in gaming is a general dumbing down of difficulty. Many Triple-A (large game publishing companies) studios and publishers...

Lesbian Visibility Day is April 26, and it’s a holiday to celebrate the lesbian community of the world. Lesbian Visibility day was established in 2008 by many queer activists and organizations who sought to raise more awareness for lesbian history and culture. “So this is why during Lesbian Visibility [Day] we celebrate and center all lesbians, both cis and trans, while also showing solidarity with all LGBTQ+ women and nonbinary people,” Linda Reily, in an article written by her, said.
Lesbihonest About Lesbian Visibility Day
by Julianne Bratlien, Reporter • April 26, 2025

On April 26, many women will come together to celebrate their sexuality and history as members of the lesbian community. But why do we need Lesbian...

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This episode of the Glitch Podcast covers new games and announcements with an exclusive interview with English teacher Peter DeFilippo.
The Glitch Podcast Episode XIII: Is Silksong’s Supposed Superiority Sound, and is Nintendo’s Rerelease Rampage Ruining their Reputation?
by Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond, and Evan Jensen October 3, 2025

The thirteenth episode of the Glitch Podcast, hosted by Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond and Evan Jensen, features an in-depth discussion of the...

This episode of the Glitch Podcast covers new game announcements and releases, extensive updates and crossovers and recent controversies.
The Glitch Podcast Episode XII: Silksong’s Swingin’ In, Releases and Roblox
by Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond, and Evan Jensen September 5, 2025

The twelfth episode of the Glitch Podcast, hosted by senior editors Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond and Evan Jensen, discusses announcements from...

Episode XI, The Summer Spiel, covers various new hot topics, being the first episode of the 2025-2026 school year.
The Glitch Podcast Episode XI: The Summer Spiel
by Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond, and Evan Jensen August 15, 2025

The 11th episode of the Glitch Podcast, hosted by Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond and Evan Jensen, breaks down the hottest topics in gaming from...

This quiz makes you question which book genre you are. Take this quiz to find out.
What Book Genre Are You?
by Julianne Bratlien, Reporter • May 7, 2025

Take this simple ten question quiz and you will know!

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