Leadership begins long before the classroom — it starts at home. Families can help children take responsibility and make thoughtful choices by using the “Pause, Think, Choose” method. Encourage your child to stop, reflect, and make the best choice for any situation. Together, we’re building strong proactive habits that last a lifetime!
We’re kicking off Red Ribbon Week and celebrating Rock Nation Spirit Day!
Show your pride and support by wearing RED and Rocket gear as we unite our schools, workplaces, and community to cheer on our Rockets and stand strong for a drug-free future.
Let’s fill Rockcastle County with Rocket spirit — wear your red, rep your Rockets, and let’s make it a day to remember! 🌟
Congratulations to the seventy-five RCHS students who collectively earned $7500 in student incentives for their qualifying scores on the AP Precalculus, AP Seminar, and AP English Literature exams in May! These incentives were possible due to individual teacher partnerships with AdvanceKentucky.
Today, we recognized our current RCHS students and presented each student their check during homeroom.
Thank you to Mrs. Stephanie Carter from AdvanceKentucky for coming today, and thank you to Mrs. Brandy Smith, Mr. JD Bussell, and Dr. Carrie Ballinger for supporting our students and our AP Program today and every day.
AdvanceKentucky supports teaching and learning in Advanced Placement® math, science, computer science, English, and Capstone courses to allow students to earn college credit while still in high school and develop the skills they need to be successful after high school. We are ever thankful for their support!
#RocketLearnerstoRocketLeaders
#AdvanceKentucky
Today is October 20, and we have several activities and events--
Fashion Club is hosting a winter coat/hat/glove drive. Please donate gently used or new coats, hats, and gloves. They can be taken to Mrs. Nottingham's room in the English hallway.
SMILE Club members may bring packages of individually wrapped gummies through this Friday, October 24, to donate to DCBS for Trick or Treat!
Other club activities/announcements: Crochet Club members need to pick up their stickers from Mrs. B. If you have not done so by Wednesday, you may forfeit your spot in the club. Also, D&D members need to sign up for their campaign on the Google Classroom page.
Academic Team practice for today is cancelled.
Success Lab continues this Thursday until 4:45. This is the time for students to stay after school for missed exams, extra support, and even just a quiet, uninterrupted place to complete assignments with one-on-one support available. Transportation is provided.
Make it a great day, Rockets!
Any graduate from the Class of 2025 who earned a 3 or higher on one or more qualifying AP exams has received a personal check from Advance Kentucky!
The exams that qualify are as follows:
AP Seminar
AP English Literature & Composition
AP Precalculus
Please contact the school about your check! You can stop by RCHS and speak with Ms. Susan Norton-Casey. However, if you cannot stop by, please call the high school at 606-256-4816.
We are so proud of you!!!
It's Homecoming, Rockets! We hope you can make it to tonight's game as we name Homecoming Queen & King and the Homecoming Court.
A few reminders as we wrap up this week:
1. Honors Club sweatshirt orders are due TODAY, October 17. Take those to Mrs. Stevens ASAP.
2. D&D members need to visit the Google Classroom club page for an important task to complete.
3. Taking the ACT this weekend? You must have a photo ID for admission on national testing dates, so don't forget it! Also, if you need your admission ticket printed, see Ms. Susan.
4. Anyone who missed the Tuesday School Day ACT can see Ms. Susan about the scheduled make-up date.
5. It's Friday Celebration during homeroom today.
Let's go, Rockets!!! Have a great weekend!!
📅 1st Semester Dates: October 16 & 23 | November 13 & 20 | December 4 & 11 | January 8
🕒 Time: 3:10 – 4:45 PM
🍎 Transportation and snacks provided
If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Tom Greer at RCHS.
Rock Nation Spirit Day is coming up on Friday, October 24th!
Join schools, businesses, and the entire community as we show our Rocket pride by wearing our favorite Rocket gear and colors. Let’s unite and celebrate what it means to be part of Rocket Nation!
Create kindness. Promote respect. Stand together.
#NationalBullyingPreventionMonth
Monday kicks off with one of the most important senior events of the year: the FAFSA Workshop with KHEAA rep Joplin Rice here to provide 1 on 1 support to parents/students to complete the FAFSA.
The event is 2-6 in the cafeteria.
Seniors, check your email to see the list of what you need to bring. Reach out to the guidance counselors with questions
Congratulations to Mrs. Shanlee Childress's homeroom for having the most food donations during our food drive earlier this month! They won an ice cream party with the works, courtesy of the RCHS Youth Services Center--Mrs. Melinda and Mrs. Barb!
Shout out to Ms. B for the awesome Hunger Walk trophy!!!
Homecoming Week is Monday-Friday, so stay tuned for reminders over break of our spirit day themes!
The FAFSA Workshop with KHEAA representative Joplin Rice is Monday, October 13, and we have the School Day ACT on Wednesday.
BE PROACTIVE and put these events on your calendar now.
Have a great fall break!!!
#LeaderInMe #LeaderInMeHabits
#BeProactive
KHEAA Representative Joplin Rice will be at RCHS to help you with your FAFSA. Parents are welcome anytime from 2:00 to 6:00 PM. See the attached flyer for more specific information and a list of items you will need to bring with you.
If you have questions about the workshop, contact Amy Ford Parham or Casey Harper at the high school.
The graphic below is designed to help address some of the questions. Parents/Guardians, if you have any questions, please contact Susan Norton-Casey at RCHS: susan.norton@rockcastle.kyschools.us. Students, you can find her in Room 030!
This October, we’re focusing on Habit 1: Be Proactive — taking charge of your actions, words, and choices. Instead of reacting to what happens around you, choose a positive response and focus on what you can control.
