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  • Apr 30 / Varsity Track and FieldRock Canyon High School - 9, Niwot Invite - 35
  • Apr 29 / Varsity Girls LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 12, Pine Creek High School - 6
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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
Jane Murphie ‘27 adds flavoring to her shaved ice at the Kona Ice truck by the rock in the lower parking lot April 25. Kona Ice was available to students from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. with $1 from each purchase going towards renovations of schools in Ghana, Africa. Interact Club worked with the Rotaract Association in Ghana for the past three months to plan the project and is fundraising money to meet their $1,000 goal through direct donations and partnerships with Kona Ice April 25, Twisted Sugar April 26 and Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck next Tuesday, April 30. “I saw the posters about Ghana and I love Kona Ice because it tastes good so I chose the blue raspberry flavor,” Murphie said.
The Week in Photos: April 20-26
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
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
During a game against Legend High School April 9, attack Aidan Brock 24 runs toward the goal at EchoPark Stadium. The Jaguars were ahead at first, but ended up with a score of 9-6 L. Brock scored two goals during this game.
Sticking Together: Season Recap for Varsity Boys Lacrosse
Rock Canyon and Mountain Vista students Ella Hazel Heimer ‘25, Katherine Shuler ‘24, Kerry Soden ‘25, Eleanor Nugent ‘25, Allie Hight ‘23 and Ashley Wolfson ‘26 sit in rainbow order on stage together after their regional competition at Oireachtas Ballroom in Phoenix Arizona November 2023. Each girl, part of the Reed School of Irish Dance, placed differently as this was a solo round but all recalled and attended the award ceremony at the end of the competition. “A good mentality that I always have is that when I get to a competition I remember I’ve already done the practicing that needed to be done, and now I get to just focus on executing it on stage and having fun,” Soden said.
The World of Irish Dance
Nicki Fraser ‘24 defends the ball at the FIFA U-17 Womens World Cup in India Oct. 2022. Fraser has represented the United States internationally twice in her soccer career during seasons U-17 and U-19. “National team trainings are similar but usually sessions are more controlled and have more of an overall tactical emphasis on either defending or attacking,” Fraser said.
Nicki Fraser’s Rise to the Top
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
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Get Your Green On
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Grad Parties Galore
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 its good to challenge yourself, Bennett said.
FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: Brutal Honesty With Bennett
A photo shows construction plans in blue and orange, with detour routes in green available for the construction project on Monarch Boulevard between Castle Pines Parkway and Glen Oaks Avenue.
Conflicts of Construction
A graphic reads Teacher Appreciation Night to introduce the article.
Think Thankful: A Recap of Teacher Appreciation Night
A graphic displays a deserted island and the headline to introduce the quiz.
The Ultimate Quiz: Could You Survive on a Deserted Island?
The graphic above depicts JoJo Siwa’s transition from her iconic youthful style to her punk-like rebrand.
“I was a bad girl, I did some bad things.”
The graphic reads Take The Colorado Landmark Quiz
Welcome to the Colorado Landmark Quiz!
A graphic displays a collage of various pieces of student artwork and introduces the article “Gallery in a Glance: A Recap of the DCSD Art Show”
Gallery in a Glance: A Recap of the DCSD Art Show
RCTV teacher and Film Fest host Jim McClurg adjusts the camera for the Film Fest red carpet April 8. This year, there were 11 main categories for awards that could be won. “I think RCTV is just a little bit different than most classes. It allows kids to kind of express their creativity. By using digital media to tell stories, learning all the technical aspects and things during the broadcast side. Were also doing that kind of experimental kind of film-type videos too. So, try to allow them to do everything when theyre in here. So when they leave they have a lot of skills they can walk out with,” McClurg said.
Roll Out the Red Carpet
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
The graphic introduces the video.
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
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
OPINION: End the Silence on Gun Violence
OPINION: End the Silence on Gun Violence
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A review of “The Tortured Poets Department: The Anthology”
The Jaguar student section sits down while the girls basketball team plays in the Great Eight game at the Denver Coliseum against Valor Christian High School Feb. 29. Many students who participated in the boys basketball student section prior to the girls basketball game left before half-time. I think it [the student section] plays a huge role because we actually had a decent crowd at a ranch game. I think that was the only time we had like a student section. And the energy was just awesome, varsity pointing and shooting guard Brooke Harding ‘25 said. I dont expect much from them [the Golden Boys] at all. But the fact that they left at the Elite Eight game when they were already there is honestly mind blowing to me.
The Silent Crowd
The graphic reads PROM TIMELINE to introduce the article.
Step-by-Step for the Special Night: A Timeline for a Night to Remember
A visual depicts a set dining spot surrounded by the words “Step-by-Step for the Special Night” to introduce part two of the three-part Prom series.
Step-by-Step for the Special Night: Cuisine Scenes
The graphic reads PROM TIMELINE to introduce the article.
Step-by-Step for the Special Night: A Timeline for a Night to Remember
A visual depicts a set dining spot surrounded by the words “Step-by-Step for the Special Night” to introduce part two of the three-part Prom series.
Step-by-Step for the Special Night: Cuisine Scenes
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
A graphic introduces the next piece in the column Odds and Ends. Contact Ally Kelley!
Odds and Ends: Parking Lot Problems
A graphic reads Rock Ones, presented by: The Rock Newspaper to introduce the video.
Rock Ones: Episode One With Payton HOT-away
Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper

the Rock Online
Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper

the Rock Online
Eila Liu

Eila Liu, Reporter

Hello, my name is Eila Liu. Currently, I’m a first year reporter for the newspaper and a sophomore this year. Usually, my free time is dedicated to reading, drawing, and playing chess with one of my older brothers. While on staff, I look forward to learning more about the school and the people within it; I also enjoy reporting on politics and events. Along this reporting journey, I have hopes to improve my graphic design and photography skills.

All content by Eila Liu
The image reads, Hope by Eila Liu to introduce the video.

A Right to Hope

by Eila Liu, Reporter
May 26, 2023
A graphic depicts the contrasting nature of mental health issues and the masked stigma surrounding it.

[Photo] Breaking the Stigma: Jag Opinions on This Year’s Mental Health Awareness Month

by River Brown, Copy Editor
May 24, 2023
A graphic depicting two lightbulbs displays the duality of memory and identity.

Athazagoraphobia: the Fear of Forgetting

by Eila Liu, Reporter
April 30, 2023
A graphic illustrates the complexity of the different types of love.

Heartstrings: A Reflection on Love

by Eila Liu, Reporter
April 18, 2023
An infinity symbol illustrates the concept of a paradox to introduce the article.

Contradiction: It’s What We Are

by Eila Liu, Reporter
February 16, 2023
A graphic depicts the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline emergency phone number: 988.

Helplessness of the Willing

by Eila Liu, Reporter
December 30, 2022
Reagan Synk 23 places a box for the Creativity Drive outside of room 4113 Nov. 18. Synk worked with Morgan Tempel 23, Zella Schnitzspahn ‘23 and Trey Spuhler ‘23 to collaborate with Urban Peak to give to the homeless. “So many people donate the needs, but nobody thinks about the wants. A lot of these kids are just trying to survive and we want to make them feel like they’re more than just surviving, that they can enjoy life,” Synk said.

Crafting a Better Future

by River Brown and Eila Liu
November 29, 2022
Sophia Face 25 lays her head on her computer during sixth period to take a brain break before starting the next assignment Nov. 10. Face takes breaks in between assignments to avoid getting tired and falling asleep in class. [I] never [fall asleep in class] but [I do get burnout] quite often, especially on Mondays, because Monday is the start of a long week. Face said.

Burning Through Burnout

by Eila Liu, Reporter
November 13, 2022
Danielle Harrison poses with a microscope in her classroom Sept. 7. Harrison teaches Biology and Chemistry. It’s a school. Nothing’s perfect, but I love everything about it, Harrison said.

FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: Danielle Harrison’s Venture with Goats

by Eila Liu, Reporter
September 16, 2022
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