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12/20/2024

RockMedia will be on break from regular posting until Jan. 3. Have a happy and healthy New Year Jags. See you in 2025!

Media by: P. Huston
Reporting by: P. Huston

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12/17/2024

On Dec. 12, the 10th Annual Trivia Bowl was held with teams from the freshman, sophomore, junior, senior, and wildcard groups competing. Throughout the event, teams answered questions across various categories, including Arts and Literature, Entertainment, History & Geography, Sports, Math & Science and Wildcard. The competition remained close, with the scores tied between all teams for most of the rounds. As the event progressed, none of the teams were able to break the tie until the final question. The junior team, Spanish teacher Derek DeNileon’s, class won with 11 poonts total. “If my class of 2018 could see me now. It’s been a long journey, but we made it. Go class of 2026. Go Jags,” DeNileon said.

Media by: K. Glaser
Reporting by: K. Glaser

12/14/2024

Varsity point and shooting guard Brooke Harding ‘25 jumps for the ball against Valor Christian High School Dec. 2. According to MaxPreps, Harding scored 13 points throughout the game. The final score was 41-74 L. “I am always striving to be my best at the game. It can be difficult when you work so hard and it seems you aren’t being rewarded for that. So I have had to learn over the years that God is in complete control, and I just need to trust whatever he has planned for my life. When I lean on him, it makes it easy to just play the game I love,” Harding said. “Being around super competitive athletes all the time will also help me take my game to the next level.”

Reporting by: S. Parker
Media by: S. Parker

12/14/2024

Before voting in the third annual social studies door decorating contest, Christian Kennedy ‘26 inspects American history teacher Matt Sassali’s door Dec. 12. Each classroom in the 5000’s pod dressed up their doors in a mix of holiday themed and historical decorations. “It’s fun to think of the ideas, and it’s just kind of a good way to express our personalities to our students,” Sassali said.

Media by: G. Brauchler, B. Cartwright, M. Larson
Reporting by: G. Brauchler

12/14/2024

Aiden Dexter ‘27 holds onto the closest rock at rock climbing practice Dec. 2 at Movement Gym. The rock climbing team competes every Saturday and holds practices during the week. The most recent competition was held at Ubergrippen Castle Rock. Their next competition is this Saturday, Dec. 14 “The team is really fun to hang out with and I enjoy the camaraderie with the team and climbing hard things,” Dexter said.

Media by: Z. Jensen, B. Van Horn Turnidge
Reporting by: B. Van Horn Turnidge

12/13/2024

Varsity point and shooting guard Brooke Harding ‘25 defends the ball against Broomfield High School in the Jungle Dec. 4. Although the game was tied at halftime 29-29, Jaguars lost 57-46L. This season, Brian Lamb returned as head coach for the team. “It was interesting there for a while because our old coach left about four weeks before the season was about to start… With no coach, we weren’t able to get into the gym as much which hurt us. Now, with coach Lamb as our head coach, things have been much better,” Harding said. “Our program has never been more organized and he brings so much to the table.”

Media by: E. Brooks, S. Sow
Reporting by: S. Sow

12/11/2024

During the candy sandwich lab, Alyssa Lieou ‘26 transcribes a genetic sequence with her partner Sri Samvedya ‘27 during Susanne Petri’s Intro to Biotechnology class Dec. 4. The lab allowed students to act out protein synthesis by playing the roles of RNA polymerase, spliceosome, tRNA and a ribosome. Students finished by creating a candy sandwich with different ingredients representing a finished protein. “I really enjoyed the lab because it taught me about protein synthesis and gave me something yummy to eat,” Lieou said.

Media by: D. Lee
Reporting by: R. Benson, D. Lee

12/06/2024

During the annual significant support needs (SSN) friendsgiving on Nov. 22, Jack Madigan ‘27 eats the food that students made for their peers. SSN students cooked and ate a Thanksgiving meal with their middle school guests that included mac and cheese, stuffing, turkey, and mashed potatoes. “[My favorite dish was] the mac n’ cheese [and] my favorite part about Thanksgiving is seeing all of the people I love,” Steve Abram ‘26 said.

Media by: J. Depew, Z. Jensen
Reporting by: J. Depew, Z. Jensen

12/03/2024

On Nov. 7 Starbucks released their holiday drink menu including the Iced Gingerbread Oatmilk Chai, Iced Sugar Cookie Almondmilk Latte and Cran-Merry drink. Additionally, Starbucks offers Thanksgiving, Christmas and Holiday coffee blends in all stores alongside holiday foods such as the new Turkey Sage Danish and Penguin Cookie. “The Gingerbread Chai is one of my favorite drinks to get during winter because when I sip it brings me holiday cheer with hints of spice and gingerbread,” Anna Web ‘27 said.

Reporting by: B. Gosnell
Media by: B. Gosnell

11/22/2024

As of Nov. 19, the 2024 college football season is coming to a close. The top 25 teams battle for a spot in the college football playoff. Each Power 4 champion will get an automatic bid into the playoff with a bye week. The eight teams will play a play-in game at the home team locations starting Dec. 20 which will determine the bracket. The quarter-finals and the semi-finals will be played at traditional New Year six bowl games. Check out our bracket to see if your team is in contention for the playoff. Be sure to check in with us on Dec. 6 before the final bracket on Dec. 8.

Media by: T. Braucher
Reporting by: T. Braucher

11/21/2024

During the Colorado High School Athletic Association (CHSAA) girls volleyball state championship tournament, setter Ella Scheichenost ‘26 and outside hitter Rachel Christensen ‘26 gather in the huddle to discuss formations during a match timeout Oct. 14. The double elimination tournament took place at the Denver Coliseum where Jags played Cherry Creek High School and Pueblo West High School. During both days of the event they lost 3-0 and 3-1, ending the season. “The season felt rocky, but we really pulled it together towards the end of the season, I love this team with all my heart and I wish I had another year with all of them,” Alivia Eikenberg ‘25 said.

Media by: B. Cartwright
Reporting by: B. Cartwright

11/20/2024

Turkey Day is an annual 5k run held in Highlands Ranch on Thanksgiving Day. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the run, and dogs and babies are welcome to join registered racers. Online donations help support the Douglas County Fallen Officer Fund for those who have been seriously injured in the line of duty along with their families. Registration for this event closes on Nov. 25, and spots are filling up quickly. Google “Highlands Ranch Turkey Day 5k” for more information and sign-up details. This event is non-refundable and registration fees are going up as the date approaches. This event does not require you to run, participants can walk if they choose. “It gives people something to do outside during the cold season, something fun to do for the Thanksgiving holiday,” Alicia Mendell ‘27 said. Mendell has participated with her family in turkey trots in the past.

Reporting by: A. Laird
Media by: A. Laird

11/18/2024

During the varsity dance team’s performance, Lily Ferdig ‘27 spins at the Continental League Dance Championships at Highlands Ranch High School Nov. 13. Ten Continental League schools competed across three categories– pom, jazz and hip-hop– with the varsity, junior varsity and freshman Jag teams all taking home first place. “[Winning] felt really good because it was our five-peat at league,” Ferdig said. “It was really good that we’ve won at league for five years straight. We put a lot of time outside of practice in as well, so it’s really good when our hard work pays off.” The dance team’s next competition is the Colorado Spirit Coaches Association’s Road to State at the Denver Coliseum on Nov. 23.

Media by: D. Lee
Reporting by: D. Lee

11/16/2024

While waiting for the game to begin, Sarah Callahan ‘26, Ashley Chang ‘26 and Mishika Bhatia ‘26 talk with math teacher Austin Bennett during the first round of pool play in this year’s Trivia Bowl Nov. 12. Trivia Bowl is a tradition where seminars from around the school go against each other to see which one is the best at trivia. “I’m looking forward to winning,” Isaac Campbell ‘26 said. “We had a tough first round, but I know the second round will be better.”

Media by: G. Brauchler
Reporting by: G. Brauchler

11/15/2024

Registration for winter sports is now open for all students interested in various athletic activities during the winter season. Girls basketball, boys basketball, boys wrestling, girls swim and dive and boys ice hockey (run by Castle View) are available to seasoned athletes or students looking to try something new. The first day of tryouts/practice is on Nov. 18. To sign up, go to rchsjags.com and register for your sport, upload a current (last 365 days) physical form and pay for the tryouts with the MSB link. “I am so excited for the hockey season…Being a senior feels bittersweet and every game will mean more as I only have this season. I think our goal as a team is to win the state championship, we have a lot of work to do but we are a team and if we can put all the pieces together, anything is possible,” Gollie Corey Clouthier ‘25 said.

Media by: O.Okojie
Reported by: O.Okojie

11/15/2024

During the Signing Day celebration in the Commons at 7 a.m., Division 1 women’s soccer commit Brenna Schoenfelder ‘25 listens to Athletics Director Tom Briseke give his speech Nov. 12. Six students signed to different colleges for sports including soccer, golf, baseball, volleyball and cross country/track. “Rock Canyon’s athletic program allowed me to compete in soccer all year. It allowed me to get closer to all my teammates that I never thought I would be close with,” Schoenfelder said.

Owen Whitney ‘25 - Butler University, Cross Country/Track
Alivia Eikenberg ‘25 - Portland St. University, Volleyball
Brenna Schoenfelder ‘25 - University of Minnesota, Soccer
Gianna Fiorelli ‘25 - St. Cloud University, Soccer
Rylan Posener ‘25 - Ohlone College, Baseball
Ashleigh Wilson ‘25 - Montana St. University, Golf

Media by: R. Benson
Reporting by: R. Benson

11/15/2024

During the Signing Day celebration in the Commons at 7 a.m., Division One women’s soccer commit Brenna Schoenfelder ‘25 listens to Athletics Director Tom Briseke give his speech Nov. 12. Six students signed to different colleges for sports including soccer, golf, baseball, volleyball and cross country/track. “Rock Canyon’s athletic program allowed me to compete in soccer all year. It allowed me to get closer to all my teammates that I never thought I would be close with,” Schoenfelder said.

Owen Whitney ‘25 - Butler University, Cross Country/Track
Alivia Eikenberg ‘25 - Portland St. University, Volleyball
Brenna Schoenfelder ‘25 - University of Minnesota, Soccer
Gianna Fiorelli ‘25 - St. Cloud University, Soccer
Rylan Posener ‘25 - Ohlone College, Baseball
Ashleigh Wilson ‘25 - Montana St. University, Golf

Media by: R. Benson
Reporting by: R. Benson

11/15/2024

The state champion winter guard team is hosting an informational meeting at 6 p.m. Nov. 15 in room 300. Head coaches Margo Sanford and Blair Bickerton will introduce themselves and give information about winter guard and their upcoming show. “I would recommend color guard because it’s a great team and such an amazing thing to be a part of,” Delilah Strickland ‘27 said.

Media by: A. Kelley
Reporting By: A. Kelley

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