Rockcastle County Schools

The April RAAA Newsletter is here! Take a look at the latest updates, student highlights, and important announcements from Rockcastle Academy for Academic Achievement. We’re proud to celebrate our students’ continued growth and success! https://secure.smore.com/n/3yfec 🚀

Happy School Principals Day! 🎉 Rockcastle County Schools is proud to recognize and celebrate the incredible leadership, dedication, and heart our principals bring to their schools every day. Thank you for guiding our Rocket Learners to become Rocket Leaders! 🚀❤️

🌹🏇 The Run for the Roses hit BES today as our 1st graders took the track for Derby Day fun! 🏆 Girls: 1st – Lucy Sowder, 2nd – Sophie Warf 🏆 Boys: 1st – Knoxx Vanover, 2nd – Boss Ramsey What a day of speed, smiles, and sweet victory at the finish line! 🐎🌟

Rockcastle County School Districts Gifted and Talented Program and EKU’s Division of Natural Areas  hosted another great day of Environmental Lessons at Maywood Nature Reserve!! Shout out to these RCHS Students Leaders who spent the day leading lessons and creating memorable experiences for Mount Vernon Elementary School 1st Grade Students!!

Yesterday, the Rockcastle County Schools Gifted and Talented Program hosted another incredible day of Environmental Lessons at Maywood Nature Reserve! Shout out to the RCHS student leaders who spent the day guiding activities and creating memorable learning experiences for Mount Vernon Elementary Kindergarten students. We’re grateful to Dr. Watson and the EKU Division of Natural Areas for their continued partnership and support!

Yesterday, the Rockcastle County Schools Gifted and Talented Program hosted another incredible day of Environmental Lessons at Maywood Nature Reserve! Shout out to the RCHS student leaders who spent the day guiding activities and creating memorable learning experiences for Mount Vernon Elementary Kindergarten students. We’re grateful to Dr. Watson and the EKU Division of Natural Areas for their continued partnership and support!

Update on Bus 1601: Injuries are very minor, consisting of scrapes and bruises. All students have been transported by bus to the ER.

Bus 1601 from Rockcastle County Schools was involved in a bus accident. All students are safe, with only minor injuries reported. Out of an abundance of caution, all students will be transported to the ER for evaluation. Parents may pick up their students directly from the ER.

What’s Cookin’ in Rockcastle County? 🍽️ A tenderloin sandwich with all the fixings, seasoned wedges, baked beans, a banana, and your choice of milk! 🚀

RCHS students are enjoying their well-earned attendance reward at Galaxy Bowling today! 🎳 These Rockets qualified by missing three or fewer days this semester—way to show up and shine! 🌟

Update (April 28, 2025) — The soft lockdown at Rockcastle County High School has been lifted. The medical situation has been resolved, and normal activities have resumed.

April 28, 2025 — Rockcastle County High School is currently on a soft lockdown due to a medical situation.

Several members from our district and community came together today for core team planning with the NCFL Family Learning Community team. We are working to strengthen family engagement and support the journey from Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders. 🚀

🎓 Save the Date! 🎓 Rockcastle County High School’s Class of 2025 Graduation Ceremony will be held on Thursday, May 29th at 7 PM at RCHS.

We’re feeling that Rock Nation Spirit! 💥 Huge thanks to Lumber King and Community Trust Bank for repping Rocket pride today! 🚀

On Thursday, April 17th, 30 students from the Rockcastle ATC Health Science Program visited the Kentucky Blood Center to explore the full journey of blood donation—from donor to recipient. Interested in making a difference? RATC HOSA will host their final blood drive of the year on Friday, May 2nd at the ATC. All blood types are needed, and every donation stays right here in Kentucky! 💪

Proud to celebrate Rocket Leader Mr. Samuel Smith! His passion for teaching and creative approach keeps students engaged and excited to learn every day.🚀

Happy Administrative Professionals Day! 🌟 Rockcastle County Schools is proud to celebrate the amazing administrative professionals across our district and schools! Your hard work, kindness, and dedication keep everything running smoothly, and we’re so grateful for all you do! 💼📚🍎

Today, we celebrate the incredible bus drivers who start and end each school day with care, consistency, and a smile. Thank you for helping our Rocket Learners become Rocket Leaders—one safe ride at a time!🚀🚍