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  • Apr 15 / Varsity Girls LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 12, ThunderRidge High School - 20
  • Apr 15 / Varsity BaseballRock Canyon High School - 15, ThunderRidge High School - 5
  • Apr 13 / JV Boys LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 9, Cherokee Trail High School - 2
  • Apr 13 / Varsity BaseballRock Canyon High School - 6, Grandview High School - 7
  • Apr 13 / Varsity Boys LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 9, Cherokee Trail High School - 7
  • Apr 13 / Varsity Boys VolleyballRock Canyon High School - 0, Ponderosa High School - 3
  • Apr 13 / JV BaseballRock Canyon High School - 4, Grandview High School - 3
  • Apr 13 / Varsity Girls SoccerRock Canyon High School - 1, Fossil Ridge High School - 1
  • Apr 13 / JV Girls SoccerRock Canyon High School - 0, Fossil Ridge High School - 0
  • Apr 12 / Varsity Boys LacrosseRock Canyon High School - 22, Highlands Ranch High School - 1
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The image shows an up-close shot of the partial solar eclipse observable in Colorado April 8. Colorado was only able to observe a partial solar eclipse while other parts of the country saw total coverage.
A Glimpse at the Eclipse
BREAKING: Denver Metro Areas Experience Severe Wind Storms
BREAKING: Denver Metro Areas Experience Severe Wind Storms
On April 2 at the Future Business Leaders of America Leadership Conference (FBLA), District 11 members pose for a photo at the Gaylord Rockies Resort and Convention Center. During the convention about 27 Jaguars competed in over 17 categories at the state level. I joined FBLA because I wanted to expand my business knowledge and learn more the careers in the business world, Preston Canter 27 said. Im looking forward to improving my presentation skills in FBLA competitive events.
FBLA State Leadership Conference: Donating One Dime at a Time
Black & Gold Yearbook Editor-in-Chief Chloe Farson ‘25 works on a winter trends and events page for the yearbook during period four in room 4113 March 25. The deadline for the final version of the yearbook is this Friday, March 29. “Although I’m quite nervous and stressed about [the deadline], I’m looking forward to seeing the finished product more than anything,” Farson said. “I’ve found our book to be extremely unique from ones in past years, and it’s been so beautiful to work on. It’s wonderful to see it truly begin to come together, even though we don’t necessarily have all the time in the world to make it perfect.”
The Week in Photos: March 23-March 29
A floral graphic reads Happy Spring Break.
Closed for Spring Break
Will Rosenmeyer 24 interviews a student on his March Madness bracket April 2.
Final Four Take
The girls varsity soccer team walk back to their bench during halftime April 1. The Jags played against the Castle View Sabercats at the Douglas County Stadium and scored 3-0 W. “It felt really good [to beat Castle View]. I feel like that was a big win for us because knowing that we came together to beat a pretty good team has definitely given us some leverage for this season,” attacking midfielder Grace Rossner ‘24 said.
Freezing the Competition
On Feb. 24, Emerson Yu ‘24 climbs a roped route during the girls’ varsity competition. Participants had three hours to complete a total of five routes: two roped, two bouldering and one of their choice. “I started climbing about a year and a half ago,” Yu said. “I didn’t start competing until my senior year, which I kind of regret because I love it so much. The rock climbing community is great.”
Reaching New Heights
Bodey Sherill ‘24 pins Max Garcia during his match against the Heritage Eagles Jan. 17. Sherill won by pin in five minutes and 34 seconds. “I knew I had more technical experience and endurance than he did. I knew if I kept that in mind, I’d beat him,” Sherill said.
A Second Semester Wrestling Recap
In a kickline, the varsity poms team competes in the Game-Day finals Feb. 3. The team competed in two other categories during Nationals: Small Pom, where they placed sixth, along with Small Jazz, where the team didn’t place.
Fun Times in Florida
The graphic above pictures a comparison between traditional education vs. digital education.
From Sheets to Screens
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
English teacher Andrew Watkins smiles at the entrance walls of his classroom Dec. 4. Watkins classroom is lined with posters, pictures and gifts from students that showcase his teaching experience. I am still excited about what I teach, Watkins said, And hopefully that comes across. Although teaching wasnt my plan, Im glad I did it. It worked out. Im very grateful for the people Ive met.
FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: Watkins’ Wise Words
Science teacher Aby Boente smiles with her daughter as snow falls around them before the schools Trunk or Treat Oct. 30. Boentes family dressed up for the event and her daughter wore a Narwhal outfit to the event.
FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: Boente’s Biology Background
Lola Claggett ‘25 tries to slip herself away from Kyle Walsh ‘25 during the final dress rehearsal in the auditorium April 2. Kim, Claggett’s character, initially found herself head-over-heels for Conrad, played by Walsh. However, after spending time with Conrad alone, Kim quickly realizes her mistake and tries to find a way to return to her home. “A challenge I came across while playing Kim was being able to pinpoint when her opinion of Conrad changed,” Claggett said. “She has to love him at first and slowly start to see the gross person he is. I had a hard time making that arc not only noticeable to the audience but also make sense and be in line with the rest of the plot.”
“Bye Bye Birdie:” A Performance in Photos
A graphic reads Could you be the President? to introduce the quiz.
The Ultimate Quiz: Could You Be the President?
A graphic reads fall to depict the outcome for option D.
QUIZ: What Season Are You?
A graphic displays results from the polls to introduce the article
Which “Wonka” Song Wins?
The paper display of Ariel from The Little Mermaid is hung on the wall March 4. Ariel was one of the six characters that line the 2000s pod.
A Tour of Decorations for Wish Week Celebrations
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
A graphic depicts the words “What does Wish Week 2024 Mean to You” in pink text with a blue background to introduce the article.
What Does Wish Week Mean to You?
At Prairie View High School, the winterguard team poses with their plaque after winning first place at their competition Feb. 24. This was the second time they won first place this year, this time with a score of 74.190 points. “I [love being] a witch, but my favorite [part of the show] is the trios, it’s so cool,” Heather Strickland ‘27 said.
Winterguard Witches on a Winning Streak
Kristin Greenleafs class watches the boys basketball game Feb. 29.
The Elite Eight End
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 collage depicts images of Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce to introduce the article.
OPINION: “I’ll be 87, You’ll Be 89”
A graphic reads Wills Wish Week Weekend Recommendations to introduce the article.
Will’s Wish Week Weekend Recommendations
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The Secret of Life: Setting Healthy Boundaries
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The Secret Of Life: What to Know About Stress
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The Secret of Life: Setting Healthy Boundaries
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The Secret Of Life: What to Know About Stress
A graphic introduces the second article of the column “Mental Health Mondays.”
Mental Health Mondays: Students and Social Media
A graphic introduces the next piece in the column Odds and Ends. Contact Ally Kelley!
Odds and Ends: Screaming Sirens or Soft Speech?
Varsity softball captain and shortstop Sydney Boulaphinh ‘24 swings to hit the ball during the fifth inning Oct. 3. Boulaphinh committed to play Division 1 collegiate softball for Stanford University during her junior year. This season was one of the worst seasons in Rock Canyon history, Boulaphinh said. I think this team had a lot of expectations and relied on many people to carry, and that never happened. I believe most of the games we lost, we could’ve won. It’s the little things that matter--when it came down to who got to 21 outs first, we weren’t the team.
Day in the Life: Game Day for Varsity Softball
Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper

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Rock Canyon High School's Student Newspaper

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Maddy Merritt

Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief

Hi, I’m Maddy Merritt! This will be my third year writing for theRock, and I can’t wait for both everything you have to say and for everything our staff hopes to bring to you this year! Outside of theRock, I am an intern writer for the Castle Pines Connection and love the opportunity it provides to connect our school to our community. I am incredibly passionate about medical sciences and hope to pursue a career in cardiology, but first, I want to make the most of this year and capture as many moments as we are able to have together. This year, my goal is to put as many student voices into our content as possible, writing about all of the different experiences we’re going to have. I hope to improve my photography and writing and to keep an open mind to see all that this year will hold.

All content by Maddy Merritt
The featured image for Return to Remote of a laptop showing the breaking news students and staff received today.

BREAKING: Return to Remote

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
April 9, 2021

How To: Throw a Zoom party

by Maddy Merritt, Julia Blanchette, Campbell Scott, and Svea Erickson
January 23, 2021
A new approach to the new year: Setting a New Years theme

A new approach to the new year: Setting a New Year’s theme

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
January 22, 2021
Superstitions: silly or serious?

Superstitions: silly or serious?

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
November 12, 2020

Just like fire

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
November 12, 2020
Proposition 118 creates a paid medical and family leave program in CO.

Proposition 118: Create paid medical and family leave in Colorado

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Proposition 117 requires CO voter approval of specific enterprises exempt from the TABOR.

Proposition 117: Require Colorado voter approval of the establishment of specific enterprises exempt from TABOR

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Proposition 116 lowers the states income tax rate from 4.63% to 4.55%.

Proposition 116: Lower the Colorado state income tax from 4.63% to 4.55%

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Proposition 115 bans abortions after 22 weeks of pregnancy.

Proposition 115: Ban abortion after 22 weeks of pregnancy

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Proposition 114 reintroduces gray wolves to the CO ecosystem.

Proposition 114: Reintroduce gray wolves to the Colorado ecosystem

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Proposition 113 makes CO part of the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact.

Proposition 113: Make Colorado part of the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Proposition EE increases tobacco tax and establishes taxes on nicotine products.

Proposition EE: Increase tobacco tax and establish taxes on nicotine products

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Amendment 77 allows residents of Central City, Black Hawk City and Cripple Creek City to vote to increase the single-bet limit and include new game types.

Amendment 77: Allow residents of Central City, Black Hawk City, and Cripple Creek City to vote whether to increase the single-bet limit and include new game types

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Amendment 76 changes the wording of the CO Constitution to say only citizens of 18 years of age or more can vote.

Amendment 76: Change the wording of the Colorado Constitution from stating that “every” citizen to “only” citizens of 18 years of age or more can vote

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Amendment C changes the amount of years it takes for a charitable organization to obtain a gambling license from five years to three years.

Amendment C: Changes the amount of years it takes for a charitable organization to obtain a charitable gambling license from five years to three years

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Amendment B repeals the Gallagher Amendment of 1982.

Amendment B: Repeal the Gallagher Amendment of 1982

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Graphic for student voter information guide.

Voter Guide to Colorado’s 2020 Ballot Measures

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 27, 2020
Grant DeRose 21 studies at Ziggis coffee shop Oct. 2. DeRose sometimes goes to coffee shops to participate in Zoom calls during his online learning days.

Cut the Cameras

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 22, 2020
Were Going to Miss You BARRY Much

We’re Going to Miss You “BARRY” Much

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 1, 2020
The sky from Toepfer Park Aug. 11. The sun set at 8pm and appeared to be pink. I loved the sky lately and the beauty it holds, but of course its heartbreaking to know that the cause of it has had so much destruction on our state, Mandy Fleet 22 said.

UPDATE: What you need to know about Colorado’s wildfires

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
September 16, 2020
Live, Love, Lax

Live, Love, Lax

by Maddy Merritt and Reagan Davis
May 21, 2019
Michael McGuire lifts and kisses his son, Wish Kid Michael McGuire during the closing assembly in the gym March 8. The closing assembly celebrated Michael and his wish to go to Disney World. I think Michael was my favorite part about Wish Week. My favorite part was when he stole the microphone at the opening assembly. I think hes got spirit, is a great kid and it was really cool to meet him and his family, Principal Andy Abner said.

We Believe in Michael’s Wish

by Emily Wilson, Maddy Merritt, and Julia Blanchette
March 25, 2019
Wish Kid Michael McGuire and his sister, Genevieve McGuire, play in the confetti on the gym floor during the closing assembly March 8. The two spent the rest of the assembly romping in the confetti Student Council dispersed throughout the gym.

The Day in Photos: Closing Assembly

by Emily Wilson and Maddy Merritt
March 15, 2019
Julia McDonald 21 laughs after getting her hair cut during the Dare to Share event Tuesday, March 5. 102 pony tails were donated in four hours.

Dare and Donate, Share and Shine

by Maddy Merritt and Jana Seal
March 11, 2019
Lilliya Larson 21 smiles in her Dare to Share Your Hair t-shirt from Wish Week 2018. Larson donated 12 inches last year. I am going to do it again this year. I liked it a lot because even if your hair is a little too short for a few weeks, I feel like youve still changed a life, and thats more important than anything on how you look because your hair will grow back, but they wont ever get hair, Larson said.

Dare To Share True or False

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
March 1, 2019
Sophomores Emma Renard and Hailey Poppler fold shirts to be packaged for Wish Kit sales. Student Council ordered about 2,600 shirts so the whole student body has a chance to buy a shirt. It supports the Wish Kid... Everyone gets one, its kind of a big thing, council member Berlin Barnett 21 said.

Council Crazies

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
March 1, 2019

Pretty Pennies Penetrated

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
January 29, 2019

Play the Night Away

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
December 14, 2018

When is the Right Time to Start Listening to Christmas Music?

by Maddy Merritt and Reagan Davis
December 7, 2018
Cookes Civil Rights piece hangs in history teacher Mr. Pauls room 5000B. Cooke completed the project in March of 2018. PC: Jana Seal

A Cooke Who Can Draw

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
November 27, 2018
The aftermath of students pumpkin carving at a Halloween party, Oct. 29.

The Origin of Halloween

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
October 31, 2018
Joshua Lederman 22 holds a lulav for the holiday Sukkah Sept. 26, 2018. Read more at the linked related story.

Sukkah For Jewish Holiday

by Maddy Merritt, Editor in Chief
September 26, 2018
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