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A student gazes at Mr. Rodriguez’s mental health board across from the library for motivation.

Senioritis Plagues the Upperclassmen

Nala Shearer and Maddie Dahl March 28, 2024

As the fourth quarter is in full swing, most of the senior class at RCHS is already gearing up for graduation, and looking forward to what lies ahead. However, the excitement that surrounds graduation...

Class Production Flyer, posted around the 
school and on the school website.

Theater Students and Faculty Prepare for Their Annual Play

Grace Fleshman and Ella Cate Brown March 28, 2024

Like they have for the past few years, the Theater class is preparing for their annual play. They have been rehearsing and practicing since the beginning of the year and are starting to feel prepared.  Theater...

Graduation tips and advice. Photo Courtesy Hallie Darmante.

Graduation Tips Senior Speculation

Hallie Darmante, Social Media Manager March 28, 2024

With graduation drawing near, most seniors find themselves in a panic. Common questions one may face could include “Did I fulfill the requirements to graduate?” “What do I wear?” or  “What should...

Marketing class learns in media center.

Marketing Class: Mrs. Balkey Instructs Students For A Better Career

Stephen Wells, Arts and Style Editor March 28, 2024

In our Wall Street, at Rockbridge County High School(RCHS), we have our wolf, Mrs. Jennifer Balkey. She has been a longtime teacher here with a role of heading the Future Business Leaders of America club(FBLA)...

Boys lacrosse players huddle after the game.

Coach “J” Takes Over Boys Lacrosse Head Coaching Position

Maddie Dahl, Editor-In-Chief March 12, 2024

A new era of Rockbridge boys lacrosse has begun. After playing, coaching, and refereeing the game, Coach John Whitelock, known to athletes as Coach J, has finally landed the head coach position for the...

White carnation delivered by the Latin Club on Valentines Day

Latin Club Sells Carnations For Valentine’s Day

Lexi Walters March 12, 2024

Every year, the RCHS Latin Club sells carnations to be handed out on Valentine’s Day. The carnations can be bought at lunch and customized with a message in either Latin or English, and are delivered...

Sample dorm at Appalachian State University.
Photo taken by Sean Martino.

Dorm Searching Begins for Seniors

Sean Martino, Opinion Editor March 12, 2024

Being a senior carries some unique responsibilities, as seniors begin to make preparations for the post high school life. For those students that choose to attend college, one of the most important tasks...

Students and teammates watch as the freshman and sophomore teams face off in the first match of the pep rally.

SCA Rallies for School Spirit

Nala Shearer, Editor-in-Chief March 12, 2024

The Student Council Association (SCA) planned and hosted a pep rally on Friday, Feb. 2. The whole school was released from class early to watch the winter sports teams get recognized for their hard work,...

Lip sync acts gather on stage for judge’s results. Photo courtesy Hallie Darmante.

Students Lip Sync for a Cause

Hallie Darmante, Social Media Editor March 12, 2024

This past Friday, Feb. 16, National Honors Society (NHS) and the Student Council Association (SCA) joined forces to produce the 11th annual Lip Sync Battle Contest. The Lip Sync Battle, which raises money...

Student holds a thumbs down at the Facebook Marketplace App.

Cats’ Voice Their Opinions on the Recent Facebook Marketplace Fiasco

Grace Fleshman and Ella Cate Brown March 12, 2024

Recently, Facebook Marketplace was changed to only allow people over the age of 18 to use their services. This arose some issues with younger students who liked to use this feature on the Facebook app. Many...

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