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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...

Hudson Ryan pins opposing team.

Wrestling Pins Competition

Cameron Terry, Sports Editor March 12, 2024

The 2023-2024 season is in full swing for wrestling. The team has competed in 19 competitions and has had many great outcomes. With plenty of team achievements there have also been lots of individual wins.  The...

Junior English SOL Takes Over RCHS

Sinthya Cruz-Perez, Reporter March 12, 2024

As students are getting farther into the year, the English SOL is quickly approaching. The English SOL is 4 days in total, two days in March and another two in April. Juniors are required to pass the SOL...

Academic Team members listen intently as their questions are read aloud.

Academic Team Members Strive for Another Successful Postseason

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

The Rockbridge County Academic Team is one of the most successful programs that the school has to offer. Only two years ago, the team won the state championship, which is one of the highest honors that...

School VS Club Sports

Faith Mohr March 12, 2024

How have students been affected within their sports? There are many students who choose not to play their sport in their high school years. Why is this?  School and club sports can differentiate extremely,...

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