We look forward to seeing everyone back to school tomorrow!
Front doors open for students at 7:15 with the first bell (to leave the lobby, go upstairs, get breakfast) rings at 7:40. After the first bell, students can grab breakfast (SAUSAGE BISCUIT) and head to homeroom. If you are unsure of who your homeroom teacher is or where they are located, we will have staff available to help you find your way. Lighthouse leaders (look for black t-shirts!) will also be available throughout the day. .
In homeroom, you will receive a new schedule that reflects any changes. Follow that schedule, even if you think/know your schedule will be changing.
If you have a schedule change request do not go to the counselors' office. Your homeroom teacher will share the process for any change requests with you.
We will see you tomorrow!
Front doors open for students at 7:15 with the first bell (to leave the lobby, go upstairs, get breakfast) rings at 7:40. After the first bell, students can grab breakfast (SAUSAGE BISCUIT) and head to homeroom. If you are unsure of who your homeroom teacher is or where they are located, we will have staff available to help you find your way. Lighthouse leaders (look for black t-shirts!) will also be available throughout the day. .
In homeroom, you will receive a new schedule that reflects any changes. Follow that schedule, even if you think/know your schedule will be changing.
If you have a schedule change request do not go to the counselors' office. Your homeroom teacher will share the process for any change requests with you.
We will see you tomorrow!
Several students and adults joined FCS teacher Mrs. Tammy Camel to paint school spirit/senior year jeans and jackets! Mrs. Camel provided the paint and brushes; participants brought the clothing item they wished to paint and decorate.
Seniors Susanne Mullins, Julissa Alcorn, Adrianna Nottingham, and Jasmine Schooley were some of the students who attended the free opportunity.
Mrs. Camel does plan on offering a similar opportunity later in the school year!
Thank you, Mrs. Camel, for providing your time and the materials!
Seniors Susanne Mullins, Julissa Alcorn, Adrianna Nottingham, and Jasmine Schooley were some of the students who attended the free opportunity.
Mrs. Camel does plan on offering a similar opportunity later in the school year!
Thank you, Mrs. Camel, for providing your time and the materials!
On Thursday, August 21, RCHS welcomed students and their families for the upcoming school year at Rocket Palooza 2025! This event, organized by Rockcastle County Community Schools, brought in community partners and gave students the chance to pick up their school schedule, collect their Chromebooks, and visit with teachers.
If a student was unable to attend on Thursday, they will receive their schedule, Chromebook, and other materials on Monday.
Rockets, we cannot wait to get started with the 2025-2026 school year, and we will see you on Monday!!
If a student was unable to attend on Thursday, they will receive their schedule, Chromebook, and other materials on Monday.
Rockets, we cannot wait to get started with the 2025-2026 school year, and we will see you on Monday!!
Any student taking an online dual credit course needs to pick up their Chromebook. The front office at the high school is open today.
We will have both a barber and a beautician providing free cuts for our RCHS students at Rocket Palooza!
Today is Rocket Palooza at RCHS! We hope you can join us for this jampacked event.
We will have shedule and Chromebook pick-up; barber hair cuts arranged by JROTC (students can go to Youth Services); parking passes for eligible students; ACT/SAT weekend testing information & registration opportunities, and so much more!
Teachers & staff will be on hand to answer any questions.
Doors are open 3:00-6:00. See you tonight!!!
We will have shedule and Chromebook pick-up; barber hair cuts arranged by JROTC (students can go to Youth Services); parking passes for eligible students; ACT/SAT weekend testing information & registration opportunities, and so much more!
Teachers & staff will be on hand to answer any questions.
Doors are open 3:00-6:00. See you tonight!!!
Today was a great day to be a Rocket! Our 9th graders are ready for Monday!
We were able to take a few photos from the morning, but there was so much happening, we couldn't capture it all.
A huge thank you to our Lighthouse Team members and teacher leads Mrs. Shanlee Childress and Mrs. Morgan Taylor!
Our Lighthouse team welcomed 9th graders this morning!!! More pictures from the day will be posted soon!
Today is the day for FRESH START!! Our Lighthouse team has an exciting and fun event planned for today, and we cannot wait to see our 9th grade Rockets!!!
Doors open at 8:30, and students will enter through the front doors. The fun begins at 9:00!
RCHS has TWO major events this week for students and their families!
For all 9th graders, Fresh Start begins at 9:00 on Wednesday morning. Incoming 9th graders will be at the high school until noon for a great program led by RCHS students. Students will receive their schedule!
On Thursday, it is Rocket Palooza, our open house event for all RCHS students and their families! Families can come anytime between 3:00 and 6:00. Parent informational sessions will occur every 30 minutes in the auditorium, plus students can pick up their Chromebooks, get their schedules, visit classrooms and teachers, and purchase parking passes. Even get signed up for the October or December ACT!
Parents can visit with community vendors, and our JROTC program (and Cadet Makayla Wagers) has arranged free haircuts on a walk-in basis! In addition, hotdogs will be served, courtesy of First Christian Church!
Please join us for two GREAT events as we look forward to this coming school year.
Students and Staff! Mrs. Tammy Camel is hosting a FREE spirit jean painting session on Wednesday, August 20, 3:00-6:00 PM. Paint and supplies will be provided--participants must bring their own item to paint such as jeans, jackets, hats, etc.
Park in the back parking lot and enter by Youth Services. You will be in Mrs. Camel's room #146!
Seniors, this is a great time to paint those senior/Class of 2026 jeans!
If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Camel at tammy.camel2@rockcastle.kyschools.us.
Park in the back parking lot and enter by Youth Services. You will be in Mrs. Camel's room #146!
Seniors, this is a great time to paint those senior/Class of 2026 jeans!
If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Camel at tammy.camel2@rockcastle.kyschools.us.
Rocket Palooza Week is here! 🎉
We’re celebrating the start of a new school year with three exciting back-to-school events for our middle and high school students! Come meet your teachers, grab your schedule, explore your school, connect with community partners, and enjoy a FREE meal.📚
Don’t miss it — join us this week as we launch into an incredible year together! ✏️✨
We’re celebrating the start of a new school year with three exciting back-to-school events for our middle and high school students! Come meet your teachers, grab your schedule, explore your school, connect with community partners, and enjoy a FREE meal.📚
Don’t miss it — join us this week as we launch into an incredible year together! ✏️✨
Mrs. Tammy Camel is planning a Paint Your Jeans/Jackets/Hat session at RCHS either before school begins OR early in the school year. Materials would be provided!
Are you interested?!? Email her at tammy.camel2@rockcastle.kyschools.us to let her know!! We will post more info soon!!
As we count down the days to our first day of classes on August 23, we will be sharing out important information from our student handbook on topics like attendance and tardies, the dress code, and use/possession of technology.
Below you will find the official RCHS Dress Code (found on pages 4-5 of the handbook). Some items are highlighted in yellow for special emphasis.
Below you will find the official RCHS Dress Code (found on pages 4-5 of the handbook). Some items are highlighted in yellow for special emphasis.
Lighthouse Team members met on Wednesday, August 13, to plan and train for our upcoming Fresh Start event for incoming freshmen!
They did an amazing job!!
Are you taking ONLINE dual credit courses through EKU, KSU, or SCC??
If you are, and you have NOT met with Ms. Angie Bussell for your orientation to the course, you MUST email her to schedule ASAP. Students who do not log in on August 18 may be dropped from the course immediately by the university or college.
Email her at Angie.bussell@rockcastle.kyschools.us to schedule a time.
Please share this with any student you know taking ONLINE dual credit courses.
If you are, and you have NOT met with Ms. Angie Bussell for your orientation to the course, you MUST email her to schedule ASAP. Students who do not log in on August 18 may be dropped from the course immediately by the university or college.
Email her at Angie.bussell@rockcastle.kyschools.us to schedule a time.
Please share this with any student you know taking ONLINE dual credit courses.
All Lighthouse Team Members--Our mandatory training/planning meeting on Wednesday, August 13th. The meeting begins at 3:30 and will conclude at 8:00. A meal will be provided!
The purpose of the meeting is to train and plan for Fresh Start, our freshmen orientation. We are so excited to get started, and we hope you are also!!!
Please reach out to Ms. Ella Bradley with any questions. She can be reached at Ella.bradley@rockcastle.kyschools.us.
See you on Wednesday!!!
#RocketLearners2RocketLeaders
The purpose of the meeting is to train and plan for Fresh Start, our freshmen orientation. We are so excited to get started, and we hope you are also!!!
Please reach out to Ms. Ella Bradley with any questions. She can be reached at Ella.bradley@rockcastle.kyschools.us.
See you on Wednesday!!!
#RocketLearners2RocketLeaders
Get Ready, Rocket Nation — Rocket Palooza is here! 🎒📚
We’re kicking off the school year with three exciting back-to-school events for our middle and high school students! Meet your teachers, pick up schedules, explore your school, connect with community partners, and enjoy a free meal!
📅 6th Grade: August 19 | 3–6 PM
📅 7th & 8th Grade: August 20 | 3–6 PM
📅 9th–12th Grade: August 21 | 3–6 PM
Mark your calendars and join us as we launch into an amazing school year! 🚀
Rocket fans, the RCHS Soccer Team Store is now open! Visit the store at https://bsnteamsports.com/shop/JRd299W3ea to make a purchase--and support the team in their upcoming season.
The soccer season kicks off with an away game on Thursday, August 7, against Model at 6:00.
The soccer season kicks off with an away game on Thursday, August 7, against Model at 6:00.
RCHS Class of 2025 Graduates can now pick up their diploma packets in the school's front office. We are open 9-2 Monday through Friday! In some cases, these packets contain cards, certificates, and even forgotten items. Make sure to pick those up.
Graduates, if you still have your cap and gown, please consider donating it to our Youth Service Center. If you wish to donate your cap and gown, just bring it by the high school front office.
Graduates, if you still have your cap and gown, please consider donating it to our Youth Service Center. If you wish to donate your cap and gown, just bring it by the high school front office.
