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The Trivium and The Prowler Offer Different Windows Inside RCHS

Eleanor Dare, Sports Editor February 9, 2023

At Rockbridge County High School, there are two classes offered that, from the outside, may seem very similar. Photojournalism and Journalism are two of RCHS’ elective classes offered and while they...

Students in Hospitality prepare for the Cat Crew Cupcake sale.

Cat Crew Creates Cupcakes

Faith Mohr, Reporter February 9, 2023

Ms. Mckenzey Robinson’s Hospitality class is selling “Cat Crew Cupcakes” for Valentines Day this year. The cupcakes are on sale Feb. 7th-14th.  The cupcakes are being sold for $2 each. There...

A photo from Henk’s award winning portfolio titled Peacefulness.

Henk’s Award Winning Skill

Mackenzie Mynes, Reporter February 9, 2023

We all know that photography is a well known expertise that takes effort and creativity from all angles. The skill can portray emotions and bring stories to life, which is exactly what senior Alexis Henk...

President of NHS Reagan Woody hands senior Emma Bates the school’s new NHS shirts.

NHS Opens up Applications for the 2023-2024 School Year

Faith Mohr, Reporter February 8, 2023

The National Honors Society accepts new members from the sophomore and junior classes every year. There are 165 eligible students to apply this year.  There is an application process each student has...

First Baptist Church Of Lexington with stained glass.

Exploring Black History Roots in Lexington

Stephen Wells, Reporter February 8, 2023

On the final days of VMI finishing up their brand-new aquatic center, landmark signs were placed that recognized the Knights of Pythias stone-building and other historical features of Lexington that are...

Students after a full day on the mountain.

The Outing Club Skis Into Action

Heidi Schwarzmann, Managing Editor January 31, 2023

In previous years, RCHS has had a school sponsored Ski Club. The group would take an annual trip to a ski resort a drivable distance away. The club took a pause during 2021 as COVID rules made the trip...

The Skills USA Team that competed in the Plant Mars Challenge. Photo by Evan Roney

Skills USA Plants on Martian Soil

Addie Flint, Reporter January 30, 2023

This year Plant Mars contacted the Skills USA club about participating in a new competition. The Skills USA teacher sponsor, Tate Jarvis, received the email about the competition.  “I was interested...

Junior Halina Homiak filling out the Match-o-Matic survey.

Students Share Love During February

Sarah Phelps, News Editor January 30, 2023

With the first month of the year passing by quickly, Valentine’s Day is coming up soon. During this Valentine’s Day week, the Junior Class Council is putting on a returning fundraiser, the Match-o-Matic. For...

Animal, Rat, Lobund-Wistar,  License .

The Animal Testing Industry and How to Avoid It

Emma Brooke, Artistic Director January 26, 2023

As you apply a cleanser to your face or spread toothpaste on a toothbrush, you might be using a product that used animal testing to put it on the market. Animal Testing is when a company will collect animals...

Senior Maliyah Hickling writes down her New Year’s Resolutions.

Students Welcome 2023 With New Year’s Resolutions

Grace Fleshman, Reporter January 24, 2023

At the beginning of each year, students create goals or resolutions to improve on. Whether it’s improving your mental health or staying organized, these resolutions help students prepare for their new...

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