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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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Science teacher Jack Vannatta poses with an airplane model in his classroom Nov. 11. VanNatta served in the US Navy for 20 years. In the military, youre gonna have good parts and bad parts, and youll just have to weigh those things. But, youll really feel like youre doing something for your country, VanNatta said.

Veteran’s Day: Honoring Jaguar Heroes

by Claire Bauer, Editor in Chief
November 11, 2021
Graphic by: Madison Loucks

Black Friday 2021: Your Ultimate Guide to Deals and Sales

by Madison Loucks, Reporter
November 3, 2021

Students Share Their Favorite Holiday Traditions

by Grace Uhrain, Editor in Chief
February 10, 2021
Take a look into storylines and predictions for each of the five Christmas day matchups. 

A Look Ahead at the NBA on Christmas Day

by Luka Owen, Reporter
December 17, 2020

This or That? The Official Thanksgiving Questionnaire

by Luka Owen, Reporter
November 24, 2020
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