Principal Brandy Smith spent part of the day "student shadowing" senior Kenzi Trevino, getting to experience classes through a student's eyes. Thank you, Kenzi, for sharing part of your day!

Earlier this week, students in Mr. Teague's 3rd period participated in gallery walk while studying the foundations of government. Students stayed actively engaged in their learning as they moved to different images along the hallway! Thank you, Mr. Nicely, for the pictures!

We will be administering two college admissions exams on school days in October!
Students can take the ACT, the SAT, or both! These exams are open for students in Grades 9-12.

See the flyer for specific dates and cost information.

#RocketLearners2RocketLeaders

Thank you, Terry and Marlene Lawson with Kentucky Farm Bureau, for visiting us today and delivering a beginning-of-the-year treat for staff. The cake was delicious!!

Student Drivers:
Beginning Sept, 8th, all cars parked in the student lot will be required to display a current RCHS parking tag from the rearview mirror.

The deadline to submit your signed driving rules and regulations form AND your proof of insurance is this Friday, September 4.

Attention Student Drivers:
To receive a parking pass, you must provide all required materials to Mr. Steve McKinney. Please get your required materials in:
$20 fee for parking;
A current/valid proof of insurance;
All completed/signed paperwork.

Please complete this process as soon as possible.

The painted jeans are now an RCHS tradition! Such creativity on display this morning!!

It's Day One at RCHS!!! Seeing the hallways filled with students makes for the best kind of Monday. Thank you, Lighthouse members, for guiding students to homerooms this morning. #PortraitofaRocket

On Wednesday, we welcomed approximately 450 students to the high school for Rocket Blast-Off! Students picked up course schedules, visited with friends and teachers, engaged with community partners, and toured the building.

We cannot wait to welcome you to RCHS tomorrow!

Our Lighthouse Leaders did an amazing job leading 9th grade orientation last Wednesday afternoon! These students showed tremendous leadership as they collaborated to lead their own small group activities with their assigned team members. Thank you, Lighthouse Leaders, for providing such a great event!
#RocketLearners2RocketLeaders

Yearbooks are in! Last year's seniors can pick up their yearbooks in the front office 8-3. Current students will receive their yearbooks during the first two weeks of school. Extras are available for purchase. See the flyer for details!

Join us to kick off this school year at Rocket Blast-off! Everything begins at 3:00. See the flyers for details!

RCHS Light House Leaders went through their annual freshman orientation training today! These Rocket Leaders are looking forward to welcoming the Freshman Class of 2030 on Wednesday, August 19th. Our special student-led freshmen orientation will take place from 12-3pm, and parents can meet back up with their students at 3 for open house!

Juniors & Seniors, get the support you need to improve your ACT (or SAT) Math score with RCHS IGNITE! Meet during the school day, get a higher ACT score, and receive high school elective credit.
Contact Ms. Susan and take advantage of support that would normally cost $800-$1000.
See the flyer for details.

We are following a schedule for parking passes! No one can purchase their pass early.

Reserve your spot for ACT School Day!

We are excited to announce we will be able to offer the ACT +Science exam to RCHS students during the school day in mid-October.
See the flyer for details!

If you have questions, please email Mrs. Susan Norton-Casey at Susan.norton@rockcastle.kyschools.us.

SCC and EKU classes begin Monday, August 17! Students, get ready for your dual credit classes by attending Dual Credit Orientation on August 13. You can attend anytime 1:00 - 8:00 PM. See the graphic for full details. If you have any questions, you can call the high school and speak to Mrs. Parham or Mrs. Harper.
See you on August 13!!

We hope you will make plans to attend our RCHS Blast-off on Wednesday, August 19! Stay tuned for more details!!!

#Rockets2026

Planning for college starts now with the ACT!
Registration for the September weekend exam is open and space is rapidly filling. The registration deadline is August 14! See Ms. Susan or email her with registration questions.
Remember, some juniors and seniors will qualify for a fee waiver.

Be aware that we may not be able to offer school day testing as we have in the past, so seniors should definitely get registered for this exam.

See the flyer for more information!