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After earning a position on the State Officer team, Jonathan Duong ‘26 hugs Sen Yakandawala ‘26 following the conclusion of the closing ceremony Feb. 15. Duong will serve as the 2025-2026 State Treasure and aims to provide more resources and connections to small TSA chapters as well as improve navigation for members at events like the state conference. “I was so glad and proud to be there with him,” Yakandawala said. “It was easily one of my favorite moments of the state conference.”
Innovators in Action
Jags win 25 awards at this year’s Technology Student Association (TSA) State Leadership Conference (SLC)
by Bella Lin, Managing Editor • February 18, 2025

At 9 a.m. Feb. 13, 130 jags arrived at the Denver Marriott Tech Center hotel to attend the annual Technology Student Association (TSA) State...

After it was found to cause cancer in rats, the Food and Drug Administration banned FD&C Red No. 3 from food and ingested drugs. Foods which contain the additive include some candies, candy corn, some brands of maraschino cherries, and some brands of strawberry milk.
The Red Flags in Your Diet
by Bella Lin, Managing Editor • February 3, 2025

On Jan. 15, the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) banned using FD&C Red No. 3, also known as Red Dye No. 3, in food and ingested drugs.  According...

Breaking news surfaces regarding the arrest of former teacher Christen Cassic Jan. 22
Breaking News: Former RCHS Teacher Arrested
by Elly Brooks and Sanaa Sow January 22, 2025

According to the Douglas County Sheriff’s Office, on Jan. 21 Christen Cassic was arrested for C.R.S 18-6-403 sexual exploitation of a child...

The TikTok ban went to effect the evening of Jan. 18. TikTok is home to 170 million Americans and experienced a 14 hour ban.
TikTok: Is it here to stay?
by Sanaa Sow, Editor in Chief • January 20, 2025

In a matter of moments, the platform for over 170 million Americans went silent. Instead of being greeted by various short-form content and scrolling,...

Reports of an ongoing federal investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice into the Douglas County School District surfaced online earlier this week. DOJ officials visited Douglas County to investigate with community members Jan. 13. “I think this is a good learning opportunity for us to just reflect,” Assistant Principal Kelsi Kraft said. “How can we make sure that we're providing what every single student needs? Not just what most people need."
BREAKING: Douglas County School District Under Investigation by the U.S. Department of Justice
by Dee Lee, Reporter • January 17, 2025

Earlier this week, news broke online of the U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ)'s open investigation into Douglas County School District (DCSD).  According...

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Mark Larson ‘25 puts pressure on English teacher Karen Witney during the Unified Team v. The Alliteration All-Stars game Feb. 4. The Alliteration All-Stars matched with knee-high socks and rainbow head and armbands. The Unified team sported their white Rock Canyon jerseys.
Unified Slam Dunks on the Alliteration All-Stars
by Joel DePoty, Rosie Benson, and Quinn Barton February 17, 2025

During Seminar on Tuesday, Feb. 4 the Unified basketball team held their annual game against teachers - this year's opponent was the English...

Varsity Point Guard Cooper Ellwood ‘27 rebounds the ball against ChaparralWolverines Jan. 24 at 7 p.m. During this season, Ellwood averages two steals per game. “I totally feel ourselves coming together as a team, we keep improving every day in practice and I think there are bright things ahead,” Ellwood said.
League rivalry ends in another defeat
by Quinn Barton, Photography Editor • February 8, 2025

It’s 7 p.m. Jan. 24 and there is a face-off in the Jungle. The floor is shiny and the stands are full. Two teams, the Chaparral Wolverines...

Varsity football players run out of the Jaguar tunnel with smoke flying at 7 p.m. at Echo Park Stadium Sept. 20 for the Homecoming football game against Grandview High School ending in a 42-17 loss. After halftime performances from Dance Team and Cheer, Man Poms and Marching Band the seniors organized a new chalkthrow in the student section. “I was pretty fired up, running out of the tunnel is always really fun and it was crazy seeing how many people were in the stands to watch us play even if the end result wasn’t what we had hoped for,” Captain and wide receiver Kai Ingrassia ‘26 said. “ It’s never fun to lose a game, especially Homecoming, but if you can learn something from an experience and do better next time then it wasn’t entirely bad, Grandview is a really good football team and their record didn’t reflect that. We learned a lot of things from a top team in the state that I really believe will help us get significantly better throughout the rest of our season,”
Touchdowns and Triumphs: Football Photo Recap
by Quinn Barton and Preston Duman December 9, 2024

  The Jags run onto the field at Halftime Help Stadium Oct. 25 at 7 p.m. after spending the week prior preparing to play the Mountain...

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What Christmas Movie Are You?
Take this quiz to find out.
by Julianne Bratlien, Reporter • December 19, 2024

Do you love Christmas movies? Take this quiz to find out which one you are!

The Ashley Isabella Scott Foundation was created on Oct. 31 by her mother, Anne Henington, in hopes of inspiring others and helping youth.
Photo courtesy of: Anne Henington
Finding Hope and Healing
by Kaliya Glaser, Reporter • November 22, 2024

On Oct. 23, freshman, cheerleader, friend, classmate and daughter Ashley Scott ‘28 died.  Throughout her life, Ashley was known by her...

During a lab in Kerry Reilly’s Chem Honors class, Millie Goblirsch ‘27 looks through a spectroscope to examine the emission spectra of a mystery element Nov. 12. Through spectral tubes and flame tests, students were able to discover the wavelengths of different elements and metals via the unique emission spectra that each element produces. “I liked the chem lab because we were able to see how certain elements reacted when energy was added,” Addison Evert ‘27 said. “Many of the flames were unique colors when the metals were added.”
Looking for Light
by Madison Dysart, Reporter • November 21, 2024

In an everyday scenario, teachers would persuade students to not play with fire. However on Nov. 8 and Nov. 12, teachers encouraged their students...

Ice and snow make it difficult for drivers on the road. During snowstorms, drivers have poor visibility, and frozen roads make it difficult to stay in control. “Driving home from Denver [on Friday], the neighborhoods weren’t plowed. By the time we got back they were only plowing highways. We spun out, nearly got stuck and fishtailed a few different times,” Connor Pugh ‘26 said.
Staying Safe in Snow and Ice
by Ally Kelley, Multimedia Editor • November 19, 2024

Phones buzzed, students gossiped, rumors were bouncing off the walls of the school and all over town. It was the talk of the town. Did...

The graphic above represents how plastic pollution affects our oceans marine organisms. Sea turtles can sometimes consume plastic bags due to mistaking them for jelly fish, a large part of some sea turtles' diets.
Environmental Endeavors: Distrawt Oceans
by Bella Lin, Managing Editor • November 4, 2024

The graphic above represents how plastic pollution affects our oceans marine organisms. Sea turtles can sometimes consume plastic bags due to...

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This episode of the Glitch Podcast covers recent developments around the Nintendo Switch 2, Doom: The Dark Ages, Grand Theft Auto VI and Playstation
The Glitch Podcast Episode 3: Switch Successor, Slayers and Server Stops
by Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond, and Evan Jensen February 12, 2025

The third episode of the Glitch Podcast, hosted by Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond and Evan Jensen, covers the announcement of the Nintendo Switch...

This episode of the Glitch Podcast covers the announcement of new graphics cards, games and updates, movie adaptations, the winners of the 2024 Game Awards, and recent controversy.
The Glitch Podcast Episode 2: Awards, Announcements and Artificial Intelligence
by Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond, and Even Jensen January 23, 2025

The second episode of the Glitch Podcast, hosted by Geoff Brauchler, Jackson Bond and Even Jensen, covers the next generation of Nvidia graphics...

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The Glitch Podcast Episode One: Nominations, Non-Compliance and New Trends
by Geoff Brauchler and Jackson Bond December 17, 2024

The first episode of The Glitch Podcast covers the recent controversy over The Game Awards’ nominations, a lawsuit against Mojang Studios and...

 This graphic depicts the events within Jorge RIverra-Herrans’ Epic: the Musical. There will be a total of 40 songs, with 10 total sagas.
Review: “Epic: the Musical” A Three Thousand Year Old Tale
by Ally Kelley, Multimedia Editor • October 28, 2024

Would you listen to a musical based on a historical poem?  Would you listen to a musical that has a following of over 211 thousand people,...

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Halloween Quiz
by James Bogue, Reporter • October 23, 2024

Have you wondered how much you know about Halloween? Take this quiz to test your Halloween knowledge!

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The graphic depicts "Pressure on students during course registration" and the questions that come along with it.
Navigating the Chaos: Managing Anxiety During Subject Registration
by Ofure Okojie, Reporter • February 19, 2025

The period of course registration stands as a formidable challenge for many students, frequently plunging them into a whirlwind of stress and...

The 67th Grammys took place Sunday, Feb. 2 at the Crypto.com Center in Los Angeles, California. Hosted by comedian Trevor Noah, the show saw performances and awards, along with special recognition and fundraising for the Los Angeles fire relief efforts.
OPINION: The Scammys’ Biggest Snubs
by Dee Lee, Reporter • February 10, 2025

After a year of Bruno Mars’ power collaborations, Femininomenons and a hyper pop-fueled “brat” summer, the Grammys honored last year’s...

"Wicked" and "Gladiator 2" both came out on Nov. 22. This graphic depicts the four main characters  and the battle between the movies.
“Wicked” vs. “Gladiator 2”
by Avery Laird, Reporter • January 14, 2025

With awards season dawning on us, here are two entertaining polar opposite movies that are worth the watch and cannot be described with a few...

As Finals Week is in full swing, here are five study tips.
Study Smarter, Not Harder
by Ally Kelley, Multimedia Editor • December 18, 2024

Finals started Dec.16, which means students have a few days to ensure their semester grades are where they want them to be before the break....

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Mariah Carey: The Infinite Money Glitch
by Ofure Okojie, Reporter • December 14, 2024

“It’s Tiiiiiiiiiime!”-Mariah Carey.  Everyone knows that tune by her. As Christmas approaches, the festive spirit fills the air and...

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