Rockcastle County Schools

This week, we celebrate the incredible teachers and staff who make a difference in the lives of our students every single day. 🌟

Your dedication, compassion, and commitment to excellence help our Rocket Learners grow into Rocket Leaders. Thank you for all you do to support, inspire, and empower our schools! 🚀

Two great events. One great day at RCHS! 🌱🎨

Join us tomorrow, May 2, at Rockcastle County High School for a full day of fun, creativity, and community:

🌼 Rockcastle FFA Garden Festival | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Shop flowers, veggies, vendors, and more!

🎭 Celebration of the Arts
🎶 Performance Highlights | 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
🖼 Art Exhibition & Concessions | 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

Come out and support our students while enjoying everything from agriculture to the arts—all in one place!

Today we’re celebrating the incredible people who make our schools strong from every angle!

Happy School Lunch Hero Day to the amazing team members who keep our cafeterias running and our students fueled for success—and Happy School Principals’ Day to the dedicated leaders who guide our schools with vision, care, and commitment each day.

From the cafeteria to the front office, it takes a team of Rocket Leaders to support our students and create the positive environments where they can thrive. Thank you for all you do to make a difference in the lives of our Rocket Learners! 🚀

A fun-filled day of discovery at Maywood! 🌿 RCHS GATE students had an incredible time hosting MVES Kindergarten for a hands-on environmental experience full of exploration and learning. From investigating creek life and hiking through Kentucky’s native trees to learning about animal adaptations and searching for insects, our young learners stayed curious every step of the way! Thank you to our partners at the EKU Division of Natural Areas for helping make this meaningful experience possible. We love seeing our Rocket Learners spark a passion for science and the outdoors—future scientists in the making! 🚀

We had an incredible time celebrating the end of preschool at our annual Preschool Bash! 🎉
It was so special to see our preschool students and their families come together to celebrate a year of growth, learning, and joyful memories. Thank you to everyone who helped make the day unforgettable—and we loved having some of our Rocket Leaders join in on the fun! 🚀

Another great day at Maywood! 🌿 RCHS GATE students teamed up with MVES 2nd graders for hands-on learning focused on camouflage, habitats, adaptations, and creek biodiversity. A perfect day of curiosity, teamwork, and discovery in action! 🚀

Spreading a little extra love today at MVES ❤️

Our cafeteria team is serving more than just meals—they’re sharing smiles, kindness, and messages of happiness with every student who walks through the line. It’s the small touches that make a big difference!

Tomorrow is the big day! 🎉

Join us for our Rockcastle Preschool End of Year Bash as we celebrate an amazing year of growth, learning, and fun with our youngest Rocket Learners! 🚀

📅 April 30
⏰ 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
📍 ROCK Building

We can’t wait to celebrate with our preschool students and families—see you there!

Day 2 at Maywood = another incredible day of learning in action! 🌿 RCHS Gifted & Talented students stepped into leadership roles as they hosted Roundstone’s 1st & 2nd graders for a hands-on environmental experience. From animal camouflage to predator-prey relationships and creek biodiversity, students explored, discovered, and connected with the world around them. A day filled with curiosity, collaboration, and real-world learning—this is what “Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders” looks like! 🚀

Students in the RCHS Appalachian Studies class participating in the Smithsonian Democracy in Dialogue program recently took part in a special cultural exchange with seniors from the Christian Appalachian Project. Over lunch, students and community members shared stories, perspectives, and experiences—building connections that bring learning to life beyond the classroom.

Moments like these reflect the power of listening, understanding, and growing together as Rocket Learners and Rocket Leaders 🚀

📍 Important Update

The Rockcastle County Board of Education has been temporarily relocated to the ROCK Building (Old Exela Building) at 618 Progress Drive in Mt. Vernon.

If you need assistance, please give us a call at 606-256-2125. We’re here to help!

Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day! 🚌💙

Today, we celebrate the incredible drivers who go above and beyond to safely transport our students each day. Your dedication, care, and reliability make a difference in the lives of our Rocket Learners as they grow into Rocket Leaders.

Thank you for being the first smile in the morning and the safe ride home each afternoon—we appreciate you more than words can say! 🚀

Learning comes to life outside the classroom! 🌿 RCHS GATE students had an incredible day at Maywood hosting Brodhead Elementary 1st graders for a hands-on environmental education experience. With support from EKU’s Environmental Education program, our students led engaging activities like Insect Inspection, the Camo Game, Creek Exploration, and the Oh Deer simulation—bringing science, teamwork, and discovery together in a meaningful way. We’re proud of our students for stepping into leadership roles and inspiring our youngest learners to explore and care for the world around them. From Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders 🚀

📞 Update: Phone Lines Transferred Our phone lines have been successfully transferred. If you need to reach us, please give us a call at 606-256-2125. Thank you for your patience!

🚨 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.

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 🌎🚀

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. 🚀

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. 🐎

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!