Register your child now for the Little Rockets Launching Pad event! Scheduled for March 21st, this is a hands-on early childhood educational experience provided by students enrolled the the Early Childhood Education Career Pathway at RCHS. Space is limited, so RSVP early by copying/pasting the following link: https://forms.gle/XvBsUW2W7mbBtk3f9
The event takes place 8:30-11:00 AM. See the flyer for further details!!
On Wednesday, March 5th, almost 900 aspiring educators from across Kentucky attended the 2025 Ed Rising Conference in Louisville. Throughout the day, students completed in 27 different events that touched on a numerous areas of teaching such as lesson planning and public speaking.
Twelve students represented RCHS with advisor Ms. Erin Grace. Winning awards in competition were the following students:
Danica Wallin & Kaiden Nunn: 2nd place, Varsity Children's Literature K-3
Makaylee McNally: 2nd place, Varsity Exploring Education Administration Careers
Madison Shuart: 2nd place, Junior Varsity Lesson Planning & Design, Arts
Congratulations to these rising Rocket Leaders!
Highlights from RCHS Parent Night! Parents joined their children to learn about scheduling, and pathways and had a voice in their child’s academic journey. Huge thanks to our Parent Support Group for their help in making the night a success! 🚀
Happy Thursday! We have a lengthly list of announcements today.
*Success Lab will start back up this week on Thursday after school until 4:45. Snack and Transportation will be provided. Check your grades and talk to your teachers to see if you can benefit from some extra help!
*Rock's Got Talent: Any student interested in auditioning needs to see Mrs. Burdette to sign up for an audition time. Auditions will be March 13 and 14.
*This Saturday we will have an ACT Crush Session from 9:00am - 11:30am to prep for the upcoming March 11 ACT. Sign-ups will be at lunch this week.
*Senior Trip to Kings Island to down payment of $30 due next week on Wednesday
*Launchpad Volunteers are in need of old t-shirts (can be stained, torn, etc) to make dog toys for the animal shelter. Please bring those to Mrs. Joanie in the library before next Tuesday.
*The tennis match for today has been cancelled and rescheduled for next Thursday!
*Colorguard/Winterguard Interest: anyone interested in joining thev2025 Season of Marching Band should speak to Ms. Tanaka in the Band Room (room 308).
*Educators Rising: members are invited to help with Tiger Town at Brodhead Elementary on Wednesday March 12. Stop by Mrs. Grace’s room for a permission slip.
*Honors Club Induction Ceremony will take place in the RCHS Auditorium on March 19th at 5:30 pm. ALL members are required to attend and wear dress clothes-no jeans! Please see Mrs. Stevens if you have questions.
We have much more happening this week, so look for updates on our FB page!
Parent Scheduling Night is tonight. Enter through the Auditorium! Info sessions will start at 5 pm and 6 pm.
🚀 Check out the updated RCHS Course Guide for all of your scheduling questions!
https://rchs.rockcastle.kyschools.us/o/rchs/page/rchs-course-guide
🚀Seniors, an SCC representative will be at RCHS.
Rockcastle County High School is hosting an ACT Prep Session for Sophomores and Juniors who are taking the March 11 ACT at RCHS. The event, called "ACT Crush Day", will take place on Saturday March 8th from 9:00- 11:30 am. Breakfast will be provided. Students can sign up at lunch! This event is provided by the Prichard Committee!
Congratulations to our RCHS Perfect Attendance Winners for the Months of January & February! 🌟
Skye Embree – Sponsored by A & J Insulation
Gabe Gibbs – Sponsored by Community Trust Bank
Charles Johnson - Rockcastle County Farm Bureau
Addison Carter – Sponsored by Citizens Bank
Your commitment to excellence shows what it means to be a Rocket! We are proud of you both for showing up every day and setting an example for your peers.🚀
Welcome to March!!! This upcoming week is very busy, kicking off with tonight's first round game in the Girls' Regional Tournament! Our Lady Rockets play tonight at 6:30 pm vs Boyle Co. @ Pulaski Co. High School.
We will also have a scheduling informational parent meeting Wednesday night from 5-7 pm in the auditorium. Food will be provided by GEAR-UP in the cafeteria.
Success Lab starts again this Thursday after school.
See the graphic below for more announcements!!
Success Lab starts back up next week! RCHS Spring Success Lab is a valuable opportunity for students to receive extra academic support! Sessions will be held on Thursdays after school until 4:45 PM, with transportation and snacks provided. Check grades and, if needed, make plans to attend!
This morning, our Rockcastle County FFA members showed their gratitude by hosting a delicious Staff Appreciation Breakfast! 🍳🥓☕
A huge thank you to these hardworking students for preparing a wonderful meal and celebrating the dedication of our incredible school staff.🌟
📢 Parents of 8th-12th Graders! Join us for Parent Night at RCHS on March 5 from 5-7 PM! 🎉
✅ Learn about the RCHS course guide, the scheduling process, pathways, AP & Dual Credit, FAFSA, and college applications.
✅ Info sessions at 5 PM & 6 PM in the auditorium.
✅ Extra support & resources available afterward in the cafeteria.
✅ Open to students and parents of 8th-12th graders.
✅ Meal provided! 🍽️
Don’t miss this opportunity to stay informed and support your student’s future! 🚀
Bus Route Update – February 25, 2025
All Rockcastle County bus routes will run on their normal schedule tomorrow, Wednesday, February 26, 2025.
Bus Route Update for Tuesday, February 25th, 2025 🚍
Please note that some bus routes have changed. Check the graphic for details or visit our website and district app for full details. Thank you for your patience and flexibility!
Rockcastle County Schools will be in session on Monday, February, 24th 2025. 🚀 Please note that some bus routes have been modified. For full details, refer to the graphic, visit our website, or use the district app.
Rocket Pride Spirit Week kicks off next week! Celebrate Public Schools Week with themed days leading up to Friday’s Community-Wide Rocket Spirit Day! Show up, stand out, and let’s fill our schools with Rocket pride!🚀
Rockcastle County Schools will have a TRADITIONAL SNOW DAY on Friday, February 21st, 2025.
Students will not be required to complete any assignments. Stay Safe, Rockets! 🚀
Rockcastle County Schools will have a TRADITIONAL SNOW DAY on Thursday, February 20th, 2025.
Students will not be required to complete any assignments. Stay Safe, Rockets! 🚀
Rockcastle County Schools will have a TRADITIONAL SNOW DAY on Wednesday, February 19th, 2025.
Students will not be required to complete any assignments.
Stay Safe,Rockets! 🚀
Rockcastle County Schools is proud to celebrate National FFA Week! 🎉 Our FFA chapters at RCMS and RCHS are cultivating future leaders in agriculture, leadership, and service. Join us in recognizing the hard work and dedication of our FFA members!
RCHS's weekly newsletter from Friday, Feb. 14th can be viewed here: https://secure.smore.com/n/qk3rs
