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  • Sep 16 / Freshman Boys SoccerRock Canyon High School - 2, Heritage High School - 0
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Man Poms poses at the end of their routine in the gym during the Homecoming Assembly Sept. 19. Man Poms is an annual tradition in which boys from the senior class perform at both the Homecoming Assembly and the Homecoming football game. “I joined Man Poms because it sounded fun and a lot of my friends were doing it, so I went ahead and joined. Also performing in front of the whole school sounded amazing,” Man Poms dancer Nidhay Somanchi ‘25 said. “My favorite part of performing was hyping up the crowd at the football game and at the assembly because it shows our connections with each other and our crazy school spirit.”
The Closing Ceremony: A Look Back on the Homecoming Assembly
A Week of Bringing Home the Gold Homecoming
A Week of Bringing Home the Gold Homecoming
Sophie Harris ‘26 spins the flag during Marching Band showcase performance at Halftime Help Stadium Sept. 11. The Band performed in the Colorado State Showcase alongside other Douglas County schools to receive feedback in order to improve for future competitions. “We have different equipment… I’m part of flag and saber right now,” Harris said.
“Let Them Eat Cake”
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ACT: A Changing Test
At the activities fair in the gym, Advait Iyer ‘26 waits to describe his “Entrepreneurship and Business Innovators” club to various students in attendance Aug. 27. The activities fair took place during access and allowed for student-made and chapter clubs to describe their goals and activities to potential new members. About 80 clubs participated in the activities fair. “I think it’s so important for high schoolers to join clubs because it gives them a community to rely on, and it gives high schoolers more structure,” Sexual Assault Response Team (SART) club member Anouck Doublet ‘25 said.
Discover, Commit, Belong: The Activities Fair
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
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
Nick TeSelle ‘25 works on the “WayLessSad” merch website Aug. 29. WayLessSad is aiming to collaborate with Better Help and make its own hotline to be there for those who need immediate help. “Eventually I'd like to have in-house psychiatrists and psychologists that you can talk to on call whenever you need,” TeSelle said.
Working Towards Becoming “WayLessSad” with Nicholas TeSelle
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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 it's good to challenge yourself," Bennett said.
FRIDAY FACULTY FEATURE: Brutal Honesty With Bennett
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Conflicts of Construction
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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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Crazy for Chai
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
Will Rosenmeyer '24 interviews a student on his March Madness bracket April 2.
Final Four Take
This photo shows Astro Bot loading on a Playstation 5 (PS5). Astro Bot was released exclusively for the PS5 on Sept. 6. Its charming and detailed presentation, combined with its well-crafted gameplay made it widely popular upon release.
Pixel Perfect: Boundlessly Bot-tastic
An illustrated photograph depicts Sarah Bloom '25 lying on the ground surrounded by lyrics of songwriter Paris Paloma's song "labour." The piece reads "you make me do too much labour," to quote the chorus of "labour," which was one of 15 songs in Paloma's debut album "Cacophony."
“Cacophony:” A songwriter’s narrative of womanhood
The junior class boos freshman during the opening assembly on the morning of Aug. 23. Booing has been a long-standing tradition during assemblies, but talks of shifting it to cheering have recently circulated the school. "[Freshmen are] expecting to come in with everyone supporting them and us booing them makes them upset and sad," Daksha Gopalakrishnan ‘25 said. "I think it has a negative effect on them, they won’t be able to feel welcome or anything like that."
Blocking the Booing
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”
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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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Step-by-Step for the Special Night: Dress to Impress
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Odds and Ends: Parking Lot Problems
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Rock Ones: Episode One With Payton HOT-away
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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

by Quinn Barton, Photography Editor
September 5, 2024
Karl Paulson ‘25 catches a t-shirt during the Back To School assembly Aug. 23. During the assembly the science department slingshot past Wish Week and Winter Week t-shirts into the crowds. “It was super fun to catch the shirt. It definitely shows school spirit and pride for the new year. It's definitely one of the key assemblies,” Paulson said.

Back to School Assembly: Photo Recap

by Quinn Barton, Photography Editor
August 28, 2024
As the referee blows the whistle to start the match, varsity wrestling captain Noah Jadd ‘26 faces off against Boulder High School wrestler Abe Pomeroy ‘25 in his first match on day one of State Feb. 15. Jadd wrestled in the 144 weight class and lost 20-8, sending him to the first round consolation matches that took place Feb. 16. In his consolation match, Jadd wrestled Chaparral High School wrestler Dominic Cordray ‘25 and lost 5-3, which eliminated him from the tournament. “I was not happy with the outcome I had, but I’m glad I made it to State. I think [in] my first match, I didn't come out with the fire I usually have but I tried my hardest my second match. I tried my best with everything so I'm not super disappointed,” Jadd said. “[The support] made me feel really great, it added a little bit of pressure but I also felt at home with everybody and having friends and family and stuff [at State]. [Next year], I want to do better. I want to be back here and I want to go farther. I want to get on that podium.”

The Week in Photos: Feb. 10-Feb. 16

by Staff
February 18, 2024
Stunting in front of the CHSAA poster, varsity bracer Allison Arro ‘25 holds up flyer Riley Gehrke ‘27 during the single base hand in hand Dec. 9. The single base hand in hand is considered the most difficult part of the team’s routine because it’s where they are able to score the most points in difficulty. “In cheerleading, we use a term called ‘hitting zero’,” varsity base Emerson Lindsley ‘25 said. “[It] basically means you go out and hit your routine with zero deductions, no falls, all stunts in the air, all tumbling landed. Usually, the teams that hit zero have the highest placement, since they had the least amount of deductions. Difficulty and execution are also very important point boosters in cheerleading.”

Cheering for State

by Abigail Wood, Assistant Editor in Chief: Photo & Camera Editor
December 21, 2023
Grabbing onto climbing holds, Kayden Ozdemir ‘24 attempts climb 30 during the first competition of the climbing season, arranged by American Scholastic Climbing League, at Denver Bouldering Club South Nov. 11. Ozdemir’s highest ranked completed climb was number 28. He finished in second place within the individual category. “I feel a little bit gutted not being able to complete [climb 30], but with the progression of the season comes more learning opportunities, not just for myself, but the team, too,” Ozdemir said. “It definitely is one of the best feelings, throwing great attempts down at the hardest problems in the set.”

The Week in Photos: Nov. 11-Nov. 17

by Staff
November 19, 2023
The girls swim and dive team partake in the annual Trunk or Treat event Oct. 30. The girls decorated their car and dressed as skiers for the Halloween event, handing out eight bags of candy and spending around $10 total. “The car decorations did not take too long because we planned what we were going to bring beforehand so it was easier when we got there,” varsity swimmer Sarah Myers ‘24 said.

A Trick for a Treat or a Treat in a Trunk

by Claudia Llado and Abigail Wood
November 9, 2023
Jett Smith ‘26 and Jayden Fabela ‘25 present their brochures to classmates during the annual Travel Fair in Cydney Tinsley’s Aquatic Biology class Sept. 11. Students created brochures based on locations around the world and presented them to peers and teachers for 30 minutes during periods one and three. “I did my brochure on Lake Natron,” Smith said. “It’s a lake in Africa that’s pretty special because the water can turn red sometimes. There’s a bacteria in it that causes it, so I looked up some facts about it.”

The Week in Photos: Sept. 9-Sept. 15

by Staff
September 15, 2023
Varsity running back Tyler Myer ’25 runs a 60-yard touchdown during the fourth quarter Aug. 31. After scoring the touchdown, varsity lineman Jake Lenertz ‘25 picked up Myer in celebration of his touchdown. “It feels awesome knowing that you're helping the team out getting points on the board,” Myer said. “I like to celebrate by doing handshakes and getting picked up by the linemen.”

Jaguars Smoke Smoky Hill High School: Photo Recap

by Abigail Wood, Assistant Editor in Chief: Photo & Camera Editor
September 5, 2023
Seniors Macy Williams, Kat Willems and Courtney Campbell jump up and down during the "Do It" cheer led by the Golden Boys Aug. 18. Students were instructed via @rcstuco on Instagram to wear jag spirit to the assembly, with seniors wearing their Class of 2024 shirts and senior pants. "It feels like unreal [to be a senior]. I can’t believe we made it to the last year," Willems said.

Back and Boppin’

by Abigail Wood, Assistant Editor in Chief: Photo & Camera Editor
August 27, 2023
Caden Tisdale ‘22 performs a manpoms dance routine during halftime of the Homecoming Game Sept. 24 at Echo Park.

Relive the Homecoming Game: Photo Recap

by Kira Zizzo, Editor in Chief
November 1, 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
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
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