• Nov 9 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 9, Chatfield High School - 36
  • Oct 31 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 7, Valor Christian High School - 59
  • Oct 25 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 10, Mountain Vista High School - 70
  • Oct 18 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 22, Castle View High School - 23
  • Oct 12 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 42, Fruita Monument High School - 0
  • Oct 3 / Varsity FootballRock Canyon High School - 31, Thunder Ridge High School - 20
  • Sep 16 / Varsity SoftballRock Canyon High School - 4, Ponderosa High School - 14
  • Sep 16 / Freshman Boys SoccerRock Canyon High School - 2, Heritage High School - 0
  • Sep 14 / Varsity Boys SoccerRock Canyon High School - 1, Castle View High School - 0
  • Sep 14 / Freshman Boys SoccerRock Canyon High School - 0, Castle View High School - 1
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After nine months of complete roadway reconstruction, the segment of Monarch Boulevard from Castle Pines Parkway to Berganot Trail reopened Dec. 9. The completion of the construction Monday afternoon marked one of the final phases of Monarch’s construction, with the final leg beginning in June. “The City is very pleased with the project's progress. This year’s project installed 8,900 feet of new waterline and completely reconstructed 1.7 miles of roadway and related infrastructure,” project manager and civil engineer Dole Grebenik said.
Conflicts of Construction: UPDATE
The Eco Club competed against two other schools in the district, Castle View High School and ThunderRidge High School. Actions completed by the club were rewarded with a certain number of points, the winner being the school with the greatest total.
You Are My Sunshine: Update
While waiting for the game to begin, Sarah Callahan ‘26, Ashley Chang ‘26 and Mishika Bhatia ‘26 talk with math teacher Austin Bennett during the first round of pool play of Trivia Bowl Nov. 12. Trivia Bowl is a tradition where all seminars from around the school go against each other to see which one is the best at trivia. “I’m looking forward to winning,” Isaac Campbell ‘26 said. “We had a tough first round, but I know the second round will be better.”
Trivia Bowl: A Battle for the Best
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.”
You are My Sunshine
Today, Nov. 5 is Election Day. If you are eligible to vote, you can choose to vote from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. Make sure to check out our ballot box and polling center information to find your polling location.
Presidential Election: What You Need to Know
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
Varsity football coach Kevin Meyer stands for the national anthem before the homecoming game game against Grandview High School at EchoPark Stadium Sept. 20. Meyer coached the team for four years and led the team to a 4-7 season record before announcing his retirement Nov. 11. “We had a great four years going 26 to 21. It was a program that was really down, and it took a lot to get to where we are now,” Meyer said.
BREAKING: Varsity football Coach Kevin Meyer steps down
After her Powder Puff team the “Touchdown Teasers” scored, Anouck Doublet ‘25 celebrates with her teammates Sept. 16. Powder Puff took place at Echo Park Stadium at 6 p.m. “I thought it was super special, and it was really nice to see all my friends just get together and do something really fun,” Doublet said.
A Field Full of Flag Football
Varsity football offensive guard Preston Duman ‘26 and offensive tackle Brodyn Caruso ‘26 face off with Chaparral High School (CHS) Aug. 30 at Echo Park Stadium at 7 p.m. During the game, the team averaged 321 rushing yards according to MaxPreps. “During the game I felt lots of different emotions like the excitement of a home game. I also felt very exhausted cause I played for most of the game,” Duman said.
Jaguars take Victory against the Chaparral Wolverines in their Season Opener: Photo Recap
Varsity swimmer Maxxwell Menzies '24 dives into the water for the 50 yard-freestyle during the finals at A-Leaguges May 4. Menzies was a dual sport athelte this year competing in both the mens swim and dive program in the spring but also has partipated in the Sabercats combined hockey team over the winter.
Season Splashback
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What Christmas Movie Are You?
Behind the Playbook: Coach Myer Reflects on His Career
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
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
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
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The Glitch Podcast Episode One: Nominations, Non-Compliance and New Trends
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Review: “Epic: the Musical” A Three Thousand Year Old Tale
Halloween Quiz
Halloween Quiz
Dress to Impress
Dress to Impress
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The Ultimate Quiz: Trivia Quiz
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The Glitch Podcast Episode One: Nominations, Non-Compliance and New Trends
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].”
The Week in Photos: April 27-May 3
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Prom Planning
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
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Rock Ones: Episode One With Payton HOT-away
As Finals Week is in full swing, here are five study tips.
Study Smarter, Not Harder
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Mariah Carey: The Infinite Money Glitch
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Note to Self #2: More is Less
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Tyler the Creator surprises fans with album teasers in October
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A New Way to Wish
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Note to Self #2: More is Less
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Note to Self #1: Application Anxiety
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Note to Self: Introduction
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Step-by-Step for the Special Night: A Timeline for a Night to Remember
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Step-by-Step for the Special Night: Cuisine Scenes
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Lily Ferdig ‘27 works on an assignment in Visual Arts teacher Prema Viswanathan’s Ceramics I class April 18. The class learned about coils in clay and how to form them properly with structural integrity. “I really enjoy Ceramics because it gives me time to have fun with clay and finish other work as well,” Ferdig said.

[Photo] The Week in Photos: April 13-April 19

by Staff
April 21, 2024
Tyler Chu ‘25 presents his speech at National Honor Society’s (NHS) elections in the auditorium April 12. He and 13 other nominees addressed their peers in one to two minute speeches to gain votes in order to join next school year’s NHS officer team. At around 3 p.m., the votes were tallied, and Chu learned that he had won the presidential campaign. “I feel truly inspired by the peers around me. My only hope is that I can do right by them,” Chu said. The new NHS officers for the upcoming school year will be: President Tyler Chu ‘25, Vice President Aditya Khanolkar ‘25, Secretary Kaylin Stancik ‘25, Historian Petra McGowan ‘25 and Public Relations Officer Kavini Giri ‘25.

[Photo] The Week in Photos: April 6-April 12

by Staff
April 14, 2024

[Video] FBLA State Leadership Conference: Donating One Dime at a Time

by Sanaa Sow and Aditya Khanolkar
April 4, 2024
An advertisement by Hats For Hope hopes to gain sails through Instagram and Direct Message Feb 22. Their beanies will be sold for $20 on all virtual platforms.

Helping Prevent Homelessness, One Hat at a Time

by Aditya Khanolkar, Clark Farson, Gabe Mascitti, and James Bogue
March 11, 2024
Cash Barnett ‘27 stands in line to order Chipotle for Wish Week March 3. By mentioning “RC Wish Week” at checkout from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., each order from the Chipotle on University Boulevard helped donate funds to Wish Week in order to grant 2024 Wish Kid Kiki’s wish of traveling to Hawaii with princesses to have a tea party. “This is my first real Wish Week, and I’m excited to see how much money Rock Canyon can raise,” Barnett said.

[Photo] The Week in Photos: March 2-March 8

by Staff
March 10, 2024
Holding his second place DECA Glass in the category of Automotive Series Marketing, Aditya Khanolkar ‘25 stands atop the Broadmoor stage at DECA State Feb. 27. Khanolkar is a veteran DECA member of two years, but this was his first time qualifying for an international competition.

Jaguars take on DECA State

by Aditya Khanolkar, Reporter
March 5, 2024
The 45 words of the First Amendment.

Get Quizzed: Scholastic Journalism Week

by Aditya Khanolkar, Clark Farson, and Gabe Mascitti
February 22, 2024
Kerry Reilly illuminates the room with a bright chemical reaction in her Chemistry Honors class Feb. 15. The reaction, nicknamed "White Lightning," demonstrated the reactive capabilities of magnesium.

Chemical Concoctions with Kerry Reilly

by Aditya Khanolkar and Clark Farson
February 21, 2024
Derek DeNileon poses as a Renaissance portrait while teaching Spanish III Honors in the ASL classroom on Nov. 9. He taught classes in the ASL room.

FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: From Shredder to Spanish Teacher

by Aditya Khanolkar, Reporter
February 16, 2024
Ravi Khotra ‘26 consults Avi Khanna ‘26 on last-minute updates for their presentation at Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) Districts at Arapahoe Fairgrounds Feb. 7. If the group placed in one of the top four positions for their competition, they will progress to FBLA State, which is held at the Gaylord Hotel in April. “I think FBLA is a great club to join because of the experiences at State and Nationals,” Khotra said.

[Photo] The Week in Photos: Feb. 3-Feb. 9

by Staff
February 11, 2024
A.J. Parasuram ‘26 watches a video while standing behind Carson Luttman ‘24 at Happy Crew Jan. 30. The video educated Generation Z on how to confront uncomfortable conversations the correct way, and served as a larger part of Happy Crew’s focus to prioritize inclusivity and positivity. “I love going to Happy Crew to connect with my friends that I otherwise wouldn’t see outside of school,” Parasuram said.

[Photo] The Week in Photos: Jan. 27-Feb. 2

by Staff
February 5, 2024
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Class Registration Ends Today

by Aditya Khanolkar, Reporter
February 1, 2024
Spanish teacher Derek DeNileon counts Sumanth Kaja ‘27 and Dakota Dugan ‘28 down for their final answers during the seventh-period Basura Ball Competition Jan. 23. The name ‘Basura Ball’ translates to ‘Trash Ball’ due to the fashion of the ball, which is created from scraps of old tape by DeNileon himself, and is played to review for upcoming tests. The game itself divides players into two teams, from which one person is selected to represent the team. The two rival teams’ representatives go face-to-face to answer a Spanish question. The representative with the quickest correct answer receives one point and a chance to make a shot in the trash can for even more, depending on how far they stand from the trash can. “Tensions are high, but that’s just the way the Basura Ball bounces, man,” DeNileon said.

[Photo] The Week in Photos: Jan. 20-Jan. 26

by Staff
January 28, 2024
Nathan Kim ‘24 stands atop the slopes at Breckenridge after several hours of snowboarding Jan. 8. The cold conditions on the mountain prompted Kim to use an over-the-helmet hoodie, helping him withstand the windchill.

Snow Season Styles

by Aditya Khanolkar, Reporter
January 22, 2024
Patryk Zalewski ‘25 swings a bowling ball down the lane in the hopes of securing a spare at Student Council’s Bowlero Event Jan. 19. Zalewski used a heavier 10 lb. ball, as it would yield better direction control in order to knock down the remaining center pins. “So far, I’ve bowled about five strikes tonight, but I definitely hit my stride when I made two in a row,” Zalewski said.

[Photo] The Week in Photos: Jan. 13-Jan. 19

by Staff
January 20, 2024
Dane Zitzlsperger ‘25 leans on the chassis of his go-kart to push it up his driveway Jan 8. According to FOX 31 Denver, Highlands Ranch received three and a half inches of snow. This allowed Zitzlsperger to spend his last day of winter break drifting his custom-built go-kart through fresh powder. “In the summers, I can’t really drift the kart since the tires can’t handle it, but in winter snow, it easily cranks donuts and long drifts,” Zitzlsperger said.

[Photo] The Week in Photos: Jan. 6-Jan. 12

by Staff
January 13, 2024
Sri Nama ‘25 watches Chemistry teacher Kerry Reilly conduct a chemical reaction on Styrofoam during period three AP Chemistry Dec. 7. The experiment was used to show the soluble capabilities of Styrofoam as a solid, and was a fairly quick chemical reaction. “These experiments are really why I chose to take AP Chemistry,” Nama said.

[Photo] The Week in Photos: Dec. 2-Dec. 8

by Staff
December 10, 2023
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UPDATE: Review the Results with Post-Election Day Information

by Aditya Khanolkar, Reporter
November 29, 2023
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Adi’s Recipes: Fresh Dalgona

by Aditya Khanolkar, Reporter
November 11, 2023
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