Rockcastle County High School

Class of 2025, it is time to complete the annual RCHS senior transition survey, and we need to hear from you! Are you continuing your education at a college or trade school? Are you working? Did you enlist?
Please complete the survey linked below and update us on what you are doing:
https://forms.gle/UdrgtoXuGxk29P5w5
RCHS Community, please share and tag graduates!

Our assessment coordinator, Mrs. Susan Norton-Casey, is now reserving seats for the PSAT 8/9!

Designed specifically for 8th and 9th graders, the PSAT 8/9 is the first in a series of assessments that measure college and career readiness, and it is a great opportunity to get a head start on preparing for the SAT or ACT!

The exam is scheduled for March 23 at a cost of $15 per person. Only 60 seats are available, so see Ms. Susan in Room 030 to reserve your spot! If you have questions, email her at susan.norton@rockcastle.kyschools.us.

School resource officers make significant contributions to a school, and we are lucky to have Officer Ryan Loudermilk with us this semester. Thank you, Officer Loudermilk, for the attention you pay to our students!

These students were selected to be Leader in Me students of the month. Our Leader in Me habit for the month of December was “Put First Things First”. Each content-area selected a student who they felt best demonstrated the habit in action! Our Leader in Me Students of the Month are pictured below ! Students pictured Jackson Martin-Rose, Austin Saylor, Khloe McFerron, Shelby Sandusky, Exodus Smith, Leighton McKinney, Jesseca Thomas, and Coleson Reppert (pictured separately).

This afternoon, RCHS senior Macy Spivey signed to play basketball and softball at Lindsey Wilson University. In the picture, she is surrounded by her basketball and softball teammates. We are so proud of Macy and can't wait to see her play next year!

Please see below for important announcements related to ordering a cap & gown as well as other information.

Make it a great day, Rockets!

Class of 2026: The deadline to order a graduation cap & gown is Thursday, January 15. If you experience any issues with ordering by that deadline, please contact the high school. Directions for ordering can be found on the school's FB page.

Seniors & Guardians, several students still need to order the cap & gown for graduation. To order, use the link below and follow the directions. You can purchase a package; however, the directions will help if you are primarily interested in the cap & gown.

Use the link below to place your order:

👉 Order Cap & Gown Here ---> https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productDetail/1069365/Rockcastle-County-High-School/-/2954551453/CATALOG_REPOSITORY/Cap-and-Gown-Unit/2954551532/

When ordering the Cap & Gown Unit, you’ll go through these steps:
1. Cap & Gown – Select your height, weight, and gender to ensure the correct size. (Tassel included)
2. Tassels – This is an extra keepsake tassel. Choose “No Thanks” if you don’t want one.
3. Apparel – Optional senior apparel. Select “No Thanks” if you don’t want any.
4. Announcements – Optional graduation announcements. Select “No Thanks” if not needed.

Review & Checkout – Add to cart and proceed to checkout.

If you have any questions or need help with your order, please reach out to our Guidance Counselors Amy Parham and Casey Harper.

Happy New Year to the best faculty, staff, and student body!! We look forward to a new year of great possibilities!

Merry Christmas!

Merry Christmas from our RCHS family to yours. Enjoy the holiday, and we will see you on Tuesday, January 6!

Celebrating RCHS Perfect Attendance – November & December 🎉

Showing up matters, and these Rockcastle County High School students proved it by earning Perfect Attendance for November and December! Their consistency, commitment, and dedication set a powerful example for their peers. 🚀

We are grateful for our community sponsors who help us recognize students for building strong habits and leading by example. Together, we’re growing Rocket Leaders!

What a great day at RCHS with a Christmas lunch made by Mr. Mullins and his culinary students and staff gifts embroidered by Katelyn McClure and McClure Threads! Check out the photos at the link-- https://www.canva.com/design/DAG742IgEGk/-Gx8XPycO1PpsTDgtJ6HnQ/edit?utm_content=DAG742IgEGk&utm_campaign=designshare&utm_medium=link2&utm_source=sharebutton

This afternoon, several seniors are taking advantage of one-on-one FAFSA assistance with Joplin Rice, a representative from KHEAA. He will be with us until 3:00 PM today!

Thank you to Mr. Mullins and his culinary students for a delicious Christmas lunch!

Rockcastle County High School completed an unannounced lockdown drill today. Everything went smoothly and students returned to class when the drill was complete. Thank you!

Are you working on your application for Governor's Scholars? Make sure to complete and submit your application by the deadline in January!
If you have not already, see Mrs. Lake to review your application prior to submission!!

Senior & Senior Parents:
Our FAFSA Help Session with Joplin Rice from KHEAA (Kentucky Higher Education Assistance Authority) has been scheduled for Thursday, December 18. He will be here from 12-3 in the counselors' office. Any senior who has not started the FAFSA or needs help completing the form needs to stop by.
Parents/Guardians can attend this session. Mr. Rice's next visit will not be until March.

❄️ Winterball Update ❄️

Candy Cane Lane Winterball is tonight from 6–9 PM! 🎄
Rockcastle County Schools is continuing to monitor the weather in collaboration with the National Weather Service.

If inclement weather arrives earlier than expected, Winterball will dismiss early to ensure all students and staff are able to get home safely.

Thank you for your continued understanding and support as we prioritize safety.