Rockcastle County Schools
Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders
🚨 Notice: Central Office Closed 🚨
Due to a small fire over the weekend, the Rockcastle County Schools Central Office will be closed until further notice.
We are working to address the situation and will share additional information soon on how to reach our team. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
The Rockcastle County Preschool Program is excited to announce that registration for the 2026–2027 school year is coming soon! 🎒
Rockcastle County Schools offer half-day preschool sessions Monday through Thursday at each elementary school. Kentucky’s preschool programs are available for:
• All four-year-old children whose family income is no more than 160% of the poverty level
• All three and four-year-old children with developmental delays or disabilities, regardless of income
Children must be 4 years old by August 1, 2026, to enroll as a four-year-old preschool student.
If you are interested, please contact your child’s school to schedule an appointment.
Rockcastle County Schools offer half-day preschool sessions Monday through Thursday at each elementary school. Kentucky’s preschool programs are available for:
• All four-year-old children whose family income is no more than 160% of the poverty level
• All three and four-year-old children with developmental delays or disabilities, regardless of income
Children must be 4 years old by August 1, 2026, to enroll as a four-year-old preschool student.
If you are interested, please contact your child’s school to schedule an appointment.
RCHS Appalachian Studies students took learning beyond the classroom this week with a visit to the Kentucky Music Hall of Fame & Museum 🎶
Students explored the powerful impact of Rockcastle County on the global music scene, enjoyed a guided tour from Executive Director Jessica Blankenship, and experienced a live performance by Donovan Howard.
A big thank you to Ann Cromer for organizing this opportunity, Jenny Sweet for securing transportation through grant support, and Ms. Ashley McClure for getting our students there safely!
From Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders—connecting our roots to the world 🌎🚀
Students explored the powerful impact of Rockcastle County on the global music scene, enjoyed a guided tour from Executive Director Jessica Blankenship, and experienced a live performance by Donovan Howard.
A big thank you to Ann Cromer for organizing this opportunity, Jenny Sweet for securing transportation through grant support, and Ms. Ashley McClure for getting our students there safely!
From Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders—connecting our roots to the world 🌎🚀
This month’s Rocket Habit is all about balance, wellness, and taking time to recharge. When we build simple routines at home—resting, staying active, and connecting with family—we help our students stay focused and ready to learn, lead, and grow.
Let’s continue working together to support healthy habits and strong Rocket Leaders—at school and at home. 🚀
Let’s continue working together to support healthy habits and strong Rocket Leaders—at school and at home. 🚀
Join us in congratulating Mr. Matthew Brown on his new role as MVES Principal! 🎉
His leadership will continue empowering students to grow from Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders. 🐎
His leadership will continue empowering students to grow from Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders. 🐎
Community Event Spotlight 💙
Safe Kids Fair | April 27 | 4–8 PM
Mount Vernon Farmer’s Market
Fun, games, food, and important resources for families—don’t miss it!
Safe Kids Fair | April 27 | 4–8 PM
Mount Vernon Farmer’s Market
Fun, games, food, and important resources for families—don’t miss it!
Be a Rocket Leader—drive the mission forward! 🚌🚀
Join our Transportation Team and help our Rockets get where they need to go—safely and with care.
Join our Transportation Team and help our Rockets get where they need to go—safely and with care.
Rockcastle County Schools is seeking a mental health graduate student intern for the 2026–2027 school year! 🧠💙
If you know someone within driving distance who is currently enrolled in a mental health graduate program (social work, clinical mental health counseling, psychology, etc.) and preparing for their fieldwork placement, please share this opportunity with them!
This internship offers a small stipend and a valuable chance to gain hands-on experience supporting students and families across our district.
Help us connect with future professionals ready to make a difference in Rockcastle County Schools! 🚀
If you know someone within driving distance who is currently enrolled in a mental health graduate program (social work, clinical mental health counseling, psychology, etc.) and preparing for their fieldwork placement, please share this opportunity with them!
This internship offers a small stipend and a valuable chance to gain hands-on experience supporting students and families across our district.
Help us connect with future professionals ready to make a difference in Rockcastle County Schools! 🚀
Happy Administrative Professionals Day to the incredible individuals who keep Rockcastle County Schools running smoothly each and every day. Your dedication, organization, and care make a lasting impact on our students, staff, and community.
We appreciate all that you do—today and every day! 🚀
We appreciate all that you do—today and every day! 🚀
Running the school like pros for the day! 🚀
MVES is in great hands with Principal Mattaly Northern, Assistant Principal Allie Mullins, and SRO Greyson McClure leading the way today. From Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders—these students are stepping up and showing what leadership is all about!
MVES is in great hands with Principal Mattaly Northern, Assistant Principal Allie Mullins, and SRO Greyson McClure leading the way today. From Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders—these students are stepping up and showing what leadership is all about!
From the classroom to the great outdoors—our very own Peyton Pugh is making a national impact! 🌟
Named the National Educator of the Year Award, Mr. Pugh is inspiring students through real-world learning, conservation, and a love for Kentucky’s natural resources.
We are proud to have leaders like him shaping the future of Rockcastle! 🚀
🔗 Read more: https://www.kentuckyteacher.org/features/2026/04/rockcastle-county-teacher-receives-national-wild-turkey-federations-national-educator-of-the-year-award/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
Named the National Educator of the Year Award, Mr. Pugh is inspiring students through real-world learning, conservation, and a love for Kentucky’s natural resources.
We are proud to have leaders like him shaping the future of Rockcastle! 🚀
🔗 Read more: https://www.kentuckyteacher.org/features/2026/04/rockcastle-county-teacher-receives-national-wild-turkey-federations-national-educator-of-the-year-award/?utm_medium=email&utm_source=govdelivery
Congratulations to our Rockcastle County administrators for completing the National Institute for School and System Leadership (NISL) program! 🌟
Over the past 11 months, these leaders have dedicated their time to strengthening their skills and deepening their impact—gaining strategies to help transform our schools into high-performing learning environments.
Their commitment to growth continues to move Rockcastle County Schools forward—from Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders! 🚀
Over the past 11 months, these leaders have dedicated their time to strengthening their skills and deepening their impact—gaining strategies to help transform our schools into high-performing learning environments.
Their commitment to growth continues to move Rockcastle County Schools forward—from Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders! 🚀
Big congratulations to RCMS 7th grader Riley McKinney for placing 9th in Social Studies at the KAAC Middle School Academic State Competition! 📚🏆
We’re proud of his hard work and dedication in representing Rockcastle County Schools! 🚀
We’re proud of his hard work and dedication in representing Rockcastle County Schools! 🚀
Transportation Update – 7/14/26
All students have been evaluated, treated, and released to their guardians.
Transportation Update: 04-17-26
All students from Bus #1702 are currently receiving care and are being released to their guardians.
All students from Bus #1702 are currently receiving care and are being released to their guardians.
Transportation Update: 04-17-26
All students from Bus #1702 have arrived at Rockcastle Regional. Injuries are very minor, and students are currently being triaged. Parents may come to the hospital and wait for their child to be released by KSP.
Transportation Alert: 04-17-26
Bus #1702 has been involved in a minor accident. All students on the bus at the time of the accident will be transported to Rockcastle Regional ER out of an abundance of caution. We are currently gathering more information and will share updates as soon as they become available.
Bus #1702 has been involved in a minor accident. All students on the bus at the time of the accident will be transported to Rockcastle Regional ER out of an abundance of caution. We are currently gathering more information and will share updates as soon as they become available.
Last night at the Farmers Business Banquet, we were proud to celebrate some big moments for our Rockets.
Shannen Eckert and Jaden Melton, seniors at Rockcastle County High School, were awarded scholarships from the Soil Conservation District in recognition of their hard work and dedication.
We’re also honored to share that Rockcastle County Schools was named Business of the Year by the Rockcastle County Chamber of Commerce.
A great night celebrating our students and community! 🚀
Shannen Eckert and Jaden Melton, seniors at Rockcastle County High School, were awarded scholarships from the Soil Conservation District in recognition of their hard work and dedication.
We’re also honored to share that Rockcastle County Schools was named Business of the Year by the Rockcastle County Chamber of Commerce.
A great night celebrating our students and community! 🚀
More from this week’s Portrait of a Rocket presentations at RCHS 🚀
Our seniors continue to showcase their journey from Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders!
Congratulations to our RockIT Digital Citizenship Award Winners! 💻🚀
These outstanding Rockets are setting the standard for what it means to be safe, respectful, and responsible in the digital world. Whether it’s how they interact online or how they care for their devices, they are leading by example and making a positive impact across our schools.
Each student was recognized with a $50 award for their commitment to strong digital habits and for helping create a safer, more positive online community. 👏
Be Proactive. Be Respectful. Be a Digital Leader.
🏆 This Month’s Winners:
RCHS: Lupita Zunun-Perez, Savanna Rice
RCMS: Kayleigh Abrams, Travis Burgess
MVES: Layla Crawford, Elijah Sparks
BES: Raelynn Hubbard, Colton Smith
RES: Autumn Richards, Coleson Abney
Join us in celebrating these Rocket Leaders who continue to shine both in and out of the classroom! 🚀✨
