❄️ 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. ❤️
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. ❤️
Rockcastle County Schools will have a traditional snow day on Friday, December 12th, 2025. Stay safe, Rockets! ❄️🚀
New dates added! 🚀
Thanks to the tremendous support from our Rocket community, we’ve added additional Food Rally days on December 16th & 18th!
Students can bring one food or snack item during lunch to receive a free treat. All donations will go directly to support local students and families through our Family Resource Centers. ❤️
Thank you for continuing to make a difference!
Thanks to the tremendous support from our Rocket community, we’ve added additional Food Rally days on December 16th & 18th!
Students can bring one food or snack item during lunch to receive a free treat. All donations will go directly to support local students and families through our Family Resource Centers. ❤️
Thank you for continuing to make a difference!
Mt. Vernon Elementary School’s Mustang Student Ministry is launching Coins for Cards, a fundraiser to provide gift cards for children in foster care.
Students are collecting spare change now through December 17th, with a goal of raising $1,500 to support children and families in our community.
If you have questions, please reach out to one of our Mustang Student Ministry Leaders. Thank you for supporting this meaningful student-led effort! ❤️
Please keep Mr. Larry Lee’s family, friends, and the Rockcastle County Schools community in your prayers during this difficult time. ❤️🚀
Rockcastle Academy senior Cheyenne Moore has been hard at work exploring her post-secondary plans and recently completed a job-shadowing experience at the Rockcastle County Public Library. 📚
We are grateful to our community partners and library staff for welcoming Cheyenne and giving her an inside look at what a future career in library services could be like! 🚀
We are grateful to our community partners and library staff for welcoming Cheyenne and giving her an inside look at what a future career in library services could be like! 🚀
Rockcastle County Schools will be operating on a 2-hour delay on Thursday, December 11th, 2025. Preschool will be in session. 🚀
#LightsOnForLarryLee 💡❤️
We were honored to host the Retired Teachers Christmas Luncheon at the Rockcastle Teaching and Learning Center today. 🎄
Guests enjoyed an RCS update from Dr. Carrie Ballinger, special music by student Rachel Harding, and a delicious lunch prepared by Ms. Conner. Thank you to our retired educators for all you’ve given to our schools and community. ❤️
Guests enjoyed an RCS update from Dr. Carrie Ballinger, special music by student Rachel Harding, and a delicious lunch prepared by Ms. Conner. Thank you to our retired educators for all you’ve given to our schools and community. ❤️
💛 Lights On for Larry 💛
Tonight, we invite the Rockcastle County Schools community to come together to honor Mt. Vernon Elementary School teacher, Mr. Larry Lee, and his 25 years of dedicated service to our students and schools.
At 6:00 PM, please turn on your porch lights and leave them on all night as a symbol of our love, gratitude, and appreciation for a friend who has truly lit the way for so many. 💡
As we honor Mr. Lee’s incredible legacy, we ask that you pray for him and his family during this time. ❤️
#LightsOnForLarryLee
Tonight, we invite the Rockcastle County Schools community to come together to honor Mt. Vernon Elementary School teacher, Mr. Larry Lee, and his 25 years of dedicated service to our students and schools.
At 6:00 PM, please turn on your porch lights and leave them on all night as a symbol of our love, gratitude, and appreciation for a friend who has truly lit the way for so many. 💡
As we honor Mr. Lee’s incredible legacy, we ask that you pray for him and his family during this time. ❤️
#LightsOnForLarryLee
Rocket Habit of the Month – December: Habit 3 | Put First Things First 🚀
This month, our Rockets are focusing on what matters most. By learning to prioritize tasks, manage time, and make thoughtful choices, students are building focus, responsibility, and purpose. When we put first things first, we grow as resilient learners, thoughtful leaders, and responsible citizens—setting the foundation for success in school and beyond.
This month, our Rockets are focusing on what matters most. By learning to prioritize tasks, manage time, and make thoughtful choices, students are building focus, responsibility, and purpose. When we put first things first, we grow as resilient learners, thoughtful leaders, and responsible citizens—setting the foundation for success in school and beyond.
December Digital Citizenship Award Winners 🌟
We are incredibly proud to celebrate these 10 outstanding students who consistently demonstrated exceptional digital citizenship by living out the habit “Putting First Things First.” As our December Digital Citizenship Award winners, they’ve shown how technology can be used as a powerful tool for success, productivity, and positive contribution. 🚀
In recognition of their commitment to digital responsibility, safety, academic integrity, and self-management, each student received a $50 reward—a well-deserved acknowledgment of their focused and thoughtful approach to learning in today’s digital world.
Adrian Barrett – 12th Grade, RCHS
Makena Weaver – 10th Grade, RCHS
Airibella Taylor – 7th Grade, RCMS
Wyatt Rogers – 6th Grade, RCMS
Aubree Jones – 1st Grade, MVES
Griffin Williams – 5th Grade, MVES
Kayson Brown – 2nd Grade, BES
Gracie Miller – 2nd Grade, BES
Michael Doan – 5th Grade, RES
Lane Isaacs – 2nd Grade, RES
We are incredibly proud to celebrate these 10 outstanding students who consistently demonstrated exceptional digital citizenship by living out the habit “Putting First Things First.” As our December Digital Citizenship Award winners, they’ve shown how technology can be used as a powerful tool for success, productivity, and positive contribution. 🚀
In recognition of their commitment to digital responsibility, safety, academic integrity, and self-management, each student received a $50 reward—a well-deserved acknowledgment of their focused and thoughtful approach to learning in today’s digital world.
Adrian Barrett – 12th Grade, RCHS
Makena Weaver – 10th Grade, RCHS
Airibella Taylor – 7th Grade, RCMS
Wyatt Rogers – 6th Grade, RCMS
Aubree Jones – 1st Grade, MVES
Griffin Williams – 5th Grade, MVES
Kayson Brown – 2nd Grade, BES
Gracie Miller – 2nd Grade, BES
Michael Doan – 5th Grade, RES
Lane Isaacs – 2nd Grade, RES
RCS Update | 12-09-25
All bus routes will run as normal tomorrow, Wednesday, December 10th. 🚀
Rockcastle County Board Member Mr. Matt Chaliff was featured on Education Matters on KET. Watch the full episode below! ⬇️ 🚀
https://ket.org/program/education-matters/?fbclid=IwQ0xDSwOlwtJleHRuA2FlbQIxMQBzcnRjBmFwcF9pZAo2NjI4NTY4Mzc5AAEeLH63AajOXH7xAfi7C5PdnxCBR9HopS34aLe8SH65QCPfmo1davOlRWMmerE_aem_motJuQ_TFngtEcUzt05PAg
Tonight, Roundstone Elementary School students and Principal Mr. Reynolds proudly presented at the December Board Meeting, highlighting the incredible work happening at RES and the impact of the Leader in Me program. True Rocket Leaders in action! 🦅🌟
Food Rally kicks off TOMORROW! 🚨
Tomorrow is the first day of our Rockcastle County Schools Food Rally! 🎉
Students can bring one shelf-stable food or snack item during lunch and receive a free treat 🍪 (one per student, per day with donation).
All donations go directly to your school’s Family Resource Center to support local students and families. 💙
📅 December 10 & 12
Let’s rally together, Rockets! 🚀🥫
Tomorrow is the first day of our Rockcastle County Schools Food Rally! 🎉
Students can bring one shelf-stable food or snack item during lunch and receive a free treat 🍪 (one per student, per day with donation).
All donations go directly to your school’s Family Resource Center to support local students and families. 💙
📅 December 10 & 12
Let’s rally together, Rockets! 🚀🥫
🎄✨ Happening TONIGHT! ✨🎄
Join us for Fryscmas at the Rock — a fun-filled holiday evening for the whole family!
📅 Tonight | December 9
🕔 5–7 PM
📍 Rockcastle Farmers Market
Enjoy ornament decorating, cookie decorating, hot chocolate, coloring activities, gift basket drawings, and special visits with Santa & the Grinch! 🎁❄️
Join us for Fryscmas at the Rock — a fun-filled holiday evening for the whole family!
📅 Tonight | December 9
🕔 5–7 PM
📍 Rockcastle Farmers Market
Enjoy ornament decorating, cookie decorating, hot chocolate, coloring activities, gift basket drawings, and special visits with Santa & the Grinch! 🎁❄️
RES Dismissal Update | 12-09-25
Due to the ongoing situation on U.S. 25, the following bus routes will not run this afternoon out of an abundance of caution. This decision ensures that no students are dropped off at home unsupervised.
Bus Routes Not Running Today:
Flat Gap Route
James Poynter – Bus #1901
Lambert Road Route
Keith Mink – Bus #1303
All high school, middle school, and Roundstone Elementary students affected by these routes will be held at Roundstone Elementary School. Parents and guardians may pick up their students at RES.
All other schools will dismiss as normal. RES parent pickup will dismiss as normal, and all RES bus routes not listed above will run as normal.
If transportation for your student cannot be arranged, please call Roundstone Elementary School at (606) 256-2235 so alternate arrangements can be made.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to prioritize the safety of our students. Please monitor official Rockcastle County Schools communication channels for updates.
Due to the ongoing situation on U.S. 25, the following bus routes will not run this afternoon out of an abundance of caution. This decision ensures that no students are dropped off at home unsupervised.
Bus Routes Not Running Today:
Flat Gap Route
James Poynter – Bus #1901
Lambert Road Route
Keith Mink – Bus #1303
All high school, middle school, and Roundstone Elementary students affected by these routes will be held at Roundstone Elementary School. Parents and guardians may pick up their students at RES.
All other schools will dismiss as normal. RES parent pickup will dismiss as normal, and all RES bus routes not listed above will run as normal.
If transportation for your student cannot be arranged, please call Roundstone Elementary School at (606) 256-2235 so alternate arrangements can be made.
We appreciate your patience and understanding as we continue to prioritize the safety of our students. Please monitor official Rockcastle County Schools communication channels for updates.
RES Announcement | 12-09-2025
As advised by law enforcement, Roundstone Elementary School is currently in a lockout due to an ongoing law enforcement situation in the Roundstone community.
All students and staff are safe, and instruction is continuing inside the building.
As advised by law enforcement, Roundstone Elementary School is currently in a lockout due to an ongoing law enforcement situation in the Roundstone community.
All students and staff are safe, and instruction is continuing inside the building.
Save the Date! 📅
Nourishing Neighbors is back with a FREE Community Meal on December 18th from 11 AM–1 PM at Livingston Gym 🍲❤️
Join us for a warm meal, holiday fun, and community fellowship — dine in or take out.
✅ Check the graphic for additional pickup locations.
Nourishing Neighbors is back with a FREE Community Meal on December 18th from 11 AM–1 PM at Livingston Gym 🍲❤️
Join us for a warm meal, holiday fun, and community fellowship — dine in or take out.
✅ Check the graphic for additional pickup locations.
