
The painted jeans are now an RCHS tradition! Such creativity on display this morning!!

It's Day One at RCHS!!! Seeing the hallways filled with students makes for the best kind of Monday.
Thank you, Lighthouse members, for guiding students to homerooms this morning.
#PortraitofaRocket

On Wednesday, we welcomed approximately 450 students to the high school for Rocket Blast-Off! Students picked up course schedules, visited with friends and teachers, engaged with community partners, and toured the building.
We cannot wait to welcome you to RCHS tomorrow!
We cannot wait to welcome you to RCHS tomorrow!

Our Lighthouse Leaders did an amazing job leading 9th grade orientation last Wednesday afternoon! These students showed tremendous leadership as they collaborated to lead their own small group activities with their assigned team members. Thank you, Lighthouse Leaders, for providing such a great event!
#RocketLearners2RocketLeaders
#RocketLearners2RocketLeaders

Yearbooks are in!
Last year's seniors can pick up their yearbooks in the front office 8-3. Current students will receive their yearbooks during the first two weeks of school. Extras are available for purchase. See the flyer for details!
Join us to kick off this school year at Rocket Blast-off! Everything begins at 3:00. See the flyers for details!

RCHS Light House Leaders went through their annual freshman orientation training today! These Rocket Leaders are looking forward to welcoming the Freshman Class of 2030 on Wednesday, August 19th.
Our special student-led freshmen orientation will take place from 12-3pm, and parents can meet back up with their students at 3 for open house!

Juniors & Seniors, get the support you need to improve your ACT (or SAT) Math score with RCHS IGNITE! Meet during the school day, get a higher ACT score, and receive high school elective credit.
Contact Ms. Susan and take advantage of support that would normally cost $800-$1000.
See the flyer for details.
Contact Ms. Susan and take advantage of support that would normally cost $800-$1000.
See the flyer for details.

Announcing RCHS IGNITE!
Through a powerful partnership with Teach for America IGNITE , we are launching a high-dosage tutoring program specifically designed for seniors to meet that ACT Math benchmark. Please review the flyer for more information. Email Ms. Susan if you have questions, or stop and see her during orientation on Wednesday, August 19.
Spots are strictly limited.
#RocketLearners2RocketLeaders #TeachforAmerica #IGNITE

We are following a schedule for parking passes! No one can purchase their pass early.

Reserve your spot for ACT School Day!
We are excited to announce we will be able to offer the ACT +Science exam to RCHS students during the school day in mid-October.
See the flyer for details!
If you have questions, please email Mrs. Susan Norton-Casey at Susan.norton@rockcastle.kyschools.us.
We are excited to announce we will be able to offer the ACT +Science exam to RCHS students during the school day in mid-October.
See the flyer for details!
If you have questions, please email Mrs. Susan Norton-Casey at Susan.norton@rockcastle.kyschools.us.

SCC and EKU classes begin Monday, August 17! Students, get ready for your dual credit classes by attending Dual Credit Orientation on August 13. You can attend anytime 1:00 - 8:00 PM. See the graphic for full details. If you have any questions, you can call the high school and speak to Mrs. Parham or Mrs. Harper.
See you on August 13!!
See you on August 13!!

We hope you will make plans to attend our RCHS Blast-off on Wednesday, August 19! Stay tuned for more details!!!
#Rockets2026
#Rockets2026

Planning for college starts now with the ACT!
Registration for the September weekend exam is open and space is rapidly filling. The registration deadline is August 14! See Ms. Susan or email her with registration questions.
Remember, some juniors and seniors will qualify for a fee waiver.
Be aware that we may not be able to offer school day testing as we have in the past, so seniors should definitely get registered for this exam.
See the flyer for more information!
Registration for the September weekend exam is open and space is rapidly filling. The registration deadline is August 14! See Ms. Susan or email her with registration questions.
Remember, some juniors and seniors will qualify for a fee waiver.
Be aware that we may not be able to offer school day testing as we have in the past, so seniors should definitely get registered for this exam.
See the flyer for more information!

Congratulations to the students who earned a 3 or higher on the AP Precalculus and AP Calculus AB Exams!

Student drivers, mark your calendars! Parking passes for the 2026-2027 school year go on sale for seniors on August 12. Days are set aside for each grade level.
Students must have a valid driver's license and current proof of insurance to purchase a pass. Passes are$20.
See the flyer for all dates and times.
Students must have a valid driver's license and current proof of insurance to purchase a pass. Passes are$20.
See the flyer for all dates and times.

Incoming freshmen, we have something special planned just for you! Join Link Crew members at RCHS on August 19, 12:00-3:00.
This event is led by students, for students. See the flyer for details. If you have questions, please contact the high school anytime Monday through Friday, 9:00- 2:00.
We can't wait to see you, Class of 2030!!!
#LinkCrew #RocketLearners2RocketLeaders
This event is led by students, for students. See the flyer for details. If you have questions, please contact the high school anytime Monday through Friday, 9:00- 2:00.
We can't wait to see you, Class of 2030!!!
#LinkCrew #RocketLearners2RocketLeaders

Congratulations to all of our AP US History, AP World, and AP Human Geography students who earned a 3 or higher on their AP exam in May!
Students who earn a 3 or higher on an AP exam qualify for college at least 3 hours of college credit.
#RocketLearners2RocketLeaders
Students who earn a 3 or higher on an AP exam qualify for college at least 3 hours of college credit.
#RocketLearners2RocketLeaders



Today we want to recognize the students who earned a 3 or higher on the AP Chemistry exam!
#RocketLearners2RocketLeaders

Throughout the week, we will be recognizing the Rockets who earned a 3 or higher on AP exams taken in May. We are kicking off recognition with our students in language arts/communication: AP Language, AP Literature, and AP Seminar!
#RocketLearnerstoRocketLeaders
#RocketLearnerstoRocketLeaders


