Update from Superintendent Dr. Carrie Ballinger — January 22, 2026
Rockcastle County Schools will be on NTI Day #4 today, Thursday, January 22, 2026. We apologize for the late notice and appreciate your understanding.
🚀 January Rocket Habit of the Month: Habit 4 — Think Win-Win!
At home and at school, we’re teaching students to work together, listen with empathy, and find solutions where everyone feels valued.
At home and at school, we’re teaching students to work together, listen with empathy, and find solutions where everyone feels valued.
Shoutout to our RCMS Perfect Attendance Leaders from last week: Alyvia Carpenter, Kaylee Robinson, Zayden Daugherty, and Astra VanWinkle! Each student earned $25 for their dedication to being present and ready to learn every day. 👏
We also celebrate Ms. Loretta Gibbons, last week’s Staff Support Initiative recipient, who was recognized with $100 for her outstanding commitment to supporting our students. 🚀
We also celebrate Ms. Loretta Gibbons, last week’s Staff Support Initiative recipient, who was recognized with $100 for her outstanding commitment to supporting our students. 🚀
Now accepting applications for Substitute Custodians for Rockcastle County Schools. 🚀
Help keep our schools shining — apply online at rockcastle.kyschools.us ✨
Help keep our schools shining — apply online at rockcastle.kyschools.us ✨
Rockcastle County Schools honors the legacy and vision of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. today. 🇺🇸
Reminder: School will not be in session on Monday, January 19, 2026, in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
It’s District Spelling Bee Day! 🐝 The Rockcastle County Schools Spelling Bee takes place today at 10 AM and will be livestreamed. Join us online to support our Rocket Learners! 🚀
https://www.youtube.com/@rockcastlecountyschools5605 - Livestream Link 🔗
https://www.youtube.com/@rockcastlecountyschools5605 - Livestream Link 🔗
Quick NTI Day check-in, Rockets! 🚀 Log in, learn, and finish strong. 💻
NTI Day #3 for Rockcastle County Schools — Thursday, January 15, 2026. Stay safe, Rockets! 🚀
January’s Rocket Habit of the Month is Habit 4: Think Win-Win — connecting directly to our Portrait of a Rocket by developing effective communicators, active collaborators, innovative leaders, and responsible citizens. 🚀
At this evening’s Board Meeting, the MVES Lighthouse Team shared how Leader in Me is making a powerful impact on their school culture and student leadership. 🚀
Mark your calendars! 🚀 Rock Nation Spirit Day is Friday, January 30th. Wear your favorite Rocket gear and colors and help us show our Rocket pride across our schools and community. GO ROCK!
Congratulations to our RCMS Perfect Attendance Leaders from last week: Adilynn Rowe, Jaylen Hager, Lila Sizemore, and Noah Rader! Each student earned $25 for their outstanding commitment to showing up every day. 🙌
A huge shoutout to Ms. Kim Holcomb, last week’s Staff Support Initiative recipient, who was honored with $100 for her exceptional support of students. 🚀
A huge shoutout to Ms. Kim Holcomb, last week’s Staff Support Initiative recipient, who was honored with $100 for her exceptional support of students. 🚀
We are thrilled to welcome our new KEDC GEAR UP Elevate Success Coaches — Ms. Jerrica, Mr. Anthony, and Ms. Peggy. We are excited to have them supporting our students. 🚀
Rockcastle County High School GATE students participated in an unforgettable educational field trip to Oak Ridge National Laboratory! Students explored the Frontier supercomputer and learned how it supports cutting-edge research and national problem-solving. They also toured the historic Graphite Reactor, gaining insight into early nuclear research and Oak Ridge’s critical role in the Manhattan Project during World War II.
The experience continued at the American Museum of Science and Energy, where students explored interactive exhibits on energy production, nuclear science, electricity, and environmental sustainability. Through hands-on activities with circuits, electrical charge, conductors, and insulators, students connected classroom learning to real-world applications and innovation.🚀
🚀 Rocket Habit of the Month: January Habit 4 — Think Win-Win! Our Rocket Learners and Rocket Leaders are focusing on cooperation, respect, and fairness as we work together to build a strong school community where everyone can succeed.
Happy Law Enforcement Appreciation Day! We are thankful for all law enforcement officers who serve our community, and especially our School Resource Officers who protect our schools, build relationships with students, and help create safe learning environments across our district. 🌟
During the month of December, Rockcastle County Schools highlighted Habit 3: Put First Things First. Our Habit of the Month newsletter showcases how students across the district practiced prioritizing responsibilities, staying focused, and building habits that support success. 🌟
✨ Now available: Leadership in Motion: Small Steps Today. Big Leaders Tomorrow.
This publication showcases the incredible work, leadership, and growth happening across our district. 🚀
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/LeadershipInMotion
This publication showcases the incredible work, leadership, and growth happening across our district. 🚀
https://heyzine.com/flip-book/LeadershipInMotion