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Atlas acts out his words by putting his arms up to emphasize his point about why students should work to enjoy their lives and elicits cheers from the audience. “It was really inspiring to envision yourself in him and see, like, think about what you can accomplish when you put your mind to it,” Peyton Howey ‘23 said.
“Believe in You” Assembly Recap: Kevin Atlas Inspires Students
The upper parking lot floods with rainwater during a brief but heavy rainstorm. Heavy rain and flash flood warnings made driving and walking home potentially dangerous. The rain lasted from about 3:00 p.m. to 3:45 p.m.
BREAKING: Heavy Rain and Flood Warnings at Rock Canyon
Gannon Figueroa ‘24 watches and reacts to the video of Will Smith getting on stage and hitting Chris Rock. The incident happened after Rock made a joke about Jada Pinkett Smith, Will Smith’s wife, which prompted Smith to get on stage and hit Rock.
Slapping the Competition: The 94th Oscars
Cover image for informational article on the Russian invasion of Ukraine.
Russian Invasion of Ukraine: What You Need to Know
A graphic depicts a question and answer with next years principal Andy Abner.
New principal announced – he may be familiar…
The varsity football team celebrates together after their 28-17 win against the Warriors Sept. 23.
Jaguar Football Takes on Arapahoe High School Warriors: Photo Recap
Center, Long Snapper Aaron Moskoff ‘23 practices setting up the ball for a snap to the quarterback Sept. 2. The defensive team stood in line to set up the snap in order to make sure they were aligned and ready for the game. “Personally, I’m very superstitious when it comes to preparing for the game. Every time I warmup, I’ll do three sets of a drill, or do a certain stretch three times. Basically, I like to warm up in sets of threes. It keeps everything consistent,” Moskoff said.
Jaguar Football Takes on Smoky Hill High School: Photo Recap
Middle blocker Gannon Figueroa 24 jumps to hit the ball Aug. 18. The team spent the summer months doing group trainings and workouts to prepare for this season. Figeuroa scored four kills over the course of the three sets.
Lady Jags Reclaim the Jungle: How Volleyball Has Bounced Back
Photo by: Jack Keough
Inside The Stats (w/ Kishan Vahalia): Key Takeaways from the Madness of March
Graphic Designed by: Kishan Vahalia
Inside The Stats (w/ Kishan Vahalia): Super Bowl 56 is on its Way!
Jack Vannatta holds up an airplane model in his classroom Aug. 30. Vannatta has been teaching for seven years after his time in the Navy. “My favorite airplane is definitely the mighty E-2C Hawkeye,” Vannatta said.
FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: the Science Behind Being Jack Vannatta
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
Andrew Mulberry addresses his seminar class Aug. 30. Mulberry often plays jeopardy with donut rewards to incentivize staying engaged and coming to Seminar. “My best memories are with my current senior seminar class,” Mulberry said.
FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: the History Behind History Teacher Andrew Mulberry
English teacher Skyler Vernell types at her desk Sept. 8. Vernell also teaches Creative Writing. I think Im creative. I like to create a lot, like Im a writer and I like to crochet. Im working on Christmas gifts already. So Im a big creator, Vernell said.
FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: Vernell Makes Creative Space for Students
A graphic introduces the topic of animal testing and its impacts.
Saving Ralph: The Effects of Animal Testing
A graphic introduces the quiz: Colors of the Rainbow.
Colors of the Rainbow
Graphic by: Jack Gianetto
RC Update The Final Update
Color Into Spring coloring page graphic.
Color Into Spring!
Cover image for episode one of the Elephant in the Room podcast, featuring Emma Warford 23 in a discussion about eating disorders and recovery.
Elephant in the Room Podcast: Eating Disorders and Recovery with Emma Warford
Films to Look Forward to in 2022
Graphic by: Jack Gianetto
RC Update The Final Update
Graphic by: Jack Gianetto
RC Update: Featuring Jared Engerman and Holden Casey
Cover image for episode one of the Elephant in the Room podcast, featuring Emma Warford 23 in a discussion about eating disorders and recovery.
Elephant in the Room Podcast: Eating Disorders and Recovery with Emma Warford
After a long hiatus, the RC Update returns with its first guest of the year, Student Council Secretary Josh Lederman. Art by Matthew Fink
RC Update: Josh Lederman
Julien Bouquet is the candidate for RTD Director for District G in this coming election.
RC Update: Julien Bouquet
Two ingredients on a bottle of mouthwash are highlighted to show the prevalence of unhealthy chemicals in self care products.
“Not So Pretty” Docuseries Review: the Hidden Toxins in Your Self-Care Products
ROCKstyle April ‘22 Issue Cover
ROCKstyle: The 2022 Spring Trend Forecast
A Coffee Review, Espresso-ly For You
A Coffee Review, Espresso-ly For You
The Significance of Symphonies
The Significance of Symphonies
Harsh Reality
Harsh Reality
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Lily Hansen, Contributing Reporter

Hi, my name is Lily Hansen. I am currently a senior. This is my fourth year on theRock. I am the President of the Lunch Club, a club about inclusiveness at school. I work at Tony’s Meats and Market and Han Lee’s Taekwondo. I look forward to giving and highlighting the students’ voices.

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Matt Belveal 22 leads the crowd in a chant protesting the Tri-County Health Departments repeal of the districts choice to enforce masks Sept. 1. The crowd cheered We wont wear the, throughout the time protest. Were in a bubble, Belveal said. People dont get involved like this. These are our rights as American citizens. I understand if you want to wear a mask - thats your choice. Im double vaccinated. It should be my decision if I should or should not wear a mask and everyone else here. If they want to get sick, that is their conscious decision.

[Photo] Mask Freedom: Students March Against Mask Mandate

September 2, 2021
Ava Schneiderman ‘21 looks for a prom dress at Dillard’s April 21. Despite the location of Main Event, the student council has decided to keep traditional and formal attire for the event. “I’m glad that it’s still happening. Sometimes dress shopping is a bit of a hassle, but it’s nice to get to dressed up for a night because you don’t really get to wear long dresses,” Schneiderman said.

We PROMise It’s Going to Happen

April 21, 2021
Wendy Werner ‘22 places the knight on space F3 in a chess game in the Learning Commons March 3. The Chess Club met for their first meeting of the year after going full remote. “I’ve always enjoyed this games for all the challenges it provides and fun atmosphere,” Werner said.

Queen to A4: The Chess Club

March 5, 2021
Ryan Gerlitz ‘22 sanitizes chairs after the dual meet against Rangeview High School Feb. 20. All of the chairs set out had to be sprayed and wiped down after use. “Sanitation is more important this year than any other, as without it we wouldn’t even get a season. To do this, we thoroughly wipe down the mats before every practice and during competitions at home we are sure to clean the chairs as well. This all ensures that we stay healthy and get the longest season possible,” Gerlitz said.

Wrestling: Back in Action After Quarantine

February 19, 2021
Karisma Leung ‘22 holds up a giant teddy bear in King Soopers Feb. 13. The shelves were stocked with different sizes of bears and other stuffed animals to market Valentine’s Day presents. “I think Valentine’s Day is really cool because we get to give each other kind or funny gifts,” Leung said.

Your Guide to the Perfect Valentine’s Day

February 13, 2021

Gift Ideas

February 13, 2021

Wrestling COVID-19: How the Wrestling Team is Adapting

February 11, 2021
Jordyn Forsythes 22 digital art of Mei Misaki and Kōichi Sakikabara.

Another: An appalling anime

November 2, 2020

#Included: the Lunch Club

October 3, 2020
The interior and coffee bar of Ziggis Coffee while its under the safer at home induction.

Craving the Cup: Ziggi’s Coffee

April 27, 2020
Tandoori Flames part-owner Ruby Singh poses for photo at the front desk of her restaurant April 27.

Tandoori Flames is on Fire

April 27, 2020
This beautiful Mule Deer kept looking at me while I followed him and his friends to take photos. It was a cute experience because they didnt run away as I gradually stepped closer.

A Touch of Earth

April 22, 2020
A panorama of the view at Daniels Park in Castle Pines, CO.

How to Celebrate Earth Day

April 22, 2020
Nathan Engler 21, Jack Keough 21, Aidan Chung 21 and Brett Birtzer 21 pose for a photo while waiting for their food at Noodles & Company Feb. 27. Engler, Keough, Chung and Birtzer have been to all the Dish for a Wish restaurant starting from Fridays Jersey Mikes to Thursdays Noodles & Company. We love supporting Wish Week and Fabians wish despite the long lines, Keough said.

A Penne for Fabian’s Wish

February 28, 2020
Chloe Nowak 22 flaunts her tacky wear in from of the RC Wish Week stand Feb. 25. Nowak wore a fedora, a turtle neck with a lime green Hawaiian shirt over it, a fanny pack, khaki shorts with a lime green belt, leggings, and socks with lime green sandals. I just really wanted to make people cringe and if supporting our wish kid by wearing cheesy clothing that dont match is gonna help, then Ill wear whatever horrendous clothing, Nowak said.

Tacky Tourists Take Over

February 26, 2020
Ben Gardner 20 practices blocking for a one-hand tip Feb. 20, 2019. Gardner had done Mens Volleyball for all three of the trials years. Having fun, volleyball is just a fun sport to play-when you get really good to a point then it gets competitive, Gardner said.

SPRING Into the Spiking Season

February 24, 2020
Educational Assistants Kathy Gallo and Kandi Hedges pose in their 2013 Wish Week shirts outside of the 3000s Feb. 19. This is Gallos first year at Rock Canyon and Hedges seventeenth year. The change that I see in our students when we get to Wish Week and everybody comes together for a cause thats bigger than we are individually is really heartwarming and uplifting and I really want that for our freshmen every year, Hedges said.

T-Shirt Countdown

February 21, 2020
Look back at the 2010s: the events, music, movies and toys that defined the decade.

A Blast From the Past: Take an Interactive Tour of the 2010s

January 15, 2020
The student section anticipates a three pointer during the Wednesday night Sweet Sixteen game, Feb. 28, against Eaglecrest High School. After a hard-fought game and one overtime, Rock Canyon boys varsity basketball won the game 65 to 64. (March 1, 2018)

Annihilate the Tailgate

January 14, 2020
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