• 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
Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper

the Rock Online
Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper

the Rock Online
Ben England

Ben England, Sports Editor

Hey! I am Ben England. This is my third year on staff and fourth year taking a journalism class. I am a senior this year. I like watching sports, listening to music, and watching movies. In my spare time I like to hang out with my friends. This year I want to write some long feature pieces and interesting stories. I want to make this last year the best year.

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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

by Ben England and Madison Loucks
April 2, 2022
Tiffany Lahey ‘22, who started the game to have an all-inclusive game of senior assassin, and winner, Aidan Hughes ‘22, pose with the prize money after Hughes won the game. After four months the game finally ended when Hughes got the most kills. “Hearing everyone talk about the game in the hallway made me super happy and really proud,” Lahey said. PC. Tiffany Lehay.

Last Person Standing

by Ben England, Sports Editor
February 17, 2022
Captains Cole Dreyfuss '22, Croix Burney '22, and Keegan Hamilton '22 run out of the tunnel onto the field to start their first playoff game Friday night. The Jags beat the Smoky Hill Buffaloes 52-49 at the Stutler Bowl in Cherry Creek Nov. 5.

Playoffs? We Talking About Playoffs?

by Ben England and Peter Leensvaart
November 11, 2021
Design by: Matthew Fink

5 Tips for Applying to College

by Ben England, Sports Editor
October 15, 2021
“Colten Martinez ‘22 and Carter Pollock ‘22 pose with their water guns in the Rock Canyon parking lot” PC Ben England.

You Can Run, But You Can’t Stay Dry

by Ben England, Sports Editor
September 2, 2021
Rodger Goodell coming out on stage in round two of the draft April 30.

Welcome To The NFL: Grading the First Round Picks of the 2021 NFL Draft

by Ben England and Luka Owen
April 30, 2021
The entrance to the MCA on the corner of Delgany and 15th street.

Museum of Contemporary Art Opens New Keith Haring Exhibit

by Ben England, Sports Editor
April 29, 2021
Adrienne Markey '21, stands at the summit of Telluride, getting ready to ski down the mountain Feb. 14.

Superior on the Slopes: Q&A With Skier and Student Adrienne Markey

by Ben England, Sports Editor
April 26, 2021
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We Need a Covid Curve

by Ben England, Sports Editor
April 22, 2021
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The Band Tee Epidemic

by Luka Owen and Ben England
March 12, 2021
A photo of the Rockies' home, Coors Field, during the 2017 MLB season.

Blockbuster Trade in Denver

by Ben England, Sports Editor
February 2, 2021
Winter sports story graphic, featuring the image of Poms at the Semifinals on Jan 2. 2020.

What to Know About Winter Sports

by Ben England, Sports Editor
January 20, 2021
Top five albums of 2020 cover image, featuring Kid Cudi's "Man on the Moon III: The Chosen" album cover.

My Top 5 Albums of The Year

by Ben England, Sports Editor
January 5, 2021
Megan Williams '22 and Ben England '22 go over their AP Psych FRQ after submitting it in 4th period today. This is the second FRQ of the year for Ms. Smith’s AP Psych students. “I thought I did really good on this one, the prompt made a lot of sense, but I also studied a lot which made it easier,” Williams said.

[Photo] A Virtual Day in the Life of a Student

by staff, Reporter
December 1, 2020
Supporters stand in front of the Capitol hoisting flags.

Biden Supporters Celebrate a Presidential Victory

by Ben England, Sports Editor
November 11, 2020
Need new music? Check out Ben England's recommendations.

Artists I Recommend You Listen To

by Ben England, Sports Editor
November 2, 2020
Girls on the JV Cheer team laugh during their practice Sept. 29. The Cheer team can now perform at football games, while maintaining social distancing and remaining on the sidelines.

Student Athletes Reaction to New Sports Schedule

by Ben England, Sports Editor
October 16, 2020

The Weeknd’s “After Hours” Review

by Ben England, Sports Editor
March 31, 2020
Snow covers the upper parking lot at 2:48 pm Feb. 3. All after school activities were cancelled due to predicted, dangerous road closures.

Snow-No, After School Activities Cancelled Feb. 3

by Zach Lipfield and Ben England
February 3, 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

by Amanda Brauchler, Jana Seal, Ben England, Peter Leensvaart, Jack Gianetto, Aiden Hughes, Lola Boushelle, Kendall Foxworth, Zach Lipfield, Matt Bowman, Maria González, Izzy Chavez, Matthew Fink, Bennett Edlund, Noah Camm, Lily Hansen, Mary Madison Robesky, Lily Price, and Annie Pecoraro
January 15, 2020
Josie Manning ‘22 kneels with her team for an injured player during the Homecoming football game at Echo Park Sept. 20. Manning and her teammates lost the game against Mountain Vista 24-12.

One of the Guys

by Ben England and Peter Leensvaart
November 7, 2019

Correction: Inaccuracy on page 15 (“oh no, I’ve got a disease”)

by Jana Seal, Ben England, and Peter Leensvaart
October 31, 2019
Crowd overview at the Rocky Mountain Showdown

Takeaways from the 90th Annual Rocky Mountain Showdown

by Ben England, Sports Editor
September 3, 2019
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