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Huge CONGRATS to our BES Academic Team for a phenomenal performance at the Regional Governor’s Cup!! Our team has worked so hard to make it to regions and had a super competitive day against some great teams.
Our academic team earned Overall Region Runner’s Up in the overall standings.
Our kids placed in the following areas:
Quick Recall- 2nd Place-
Myles Mahaffey, Lucas Bishop, Emma Coleman, Milena Bowling, Taylor Mason, Corbin Thacker, and Kason Williams
(highest ever placement in quick recall at regions)
FPS- 2nd Place (3 years in a row, what an achievement)
Corbin Thacker, Layne Brown, Castiel Miller, and Dawson Martin
Composition-
1st place (Region Champion)- Myles Mahaffey
3rd place (tie)- Laurel Bishop and Milena Bowling
Arts & Humanities
1st place (Region Champion)- Ella Dyehouse
Language Arts
2nd place (Region Runner Up)- Myles Mahaffey
Science
5th place- Emma Coleman
Our academic coaches (Ms. Allie & Mr. Steven) could not have asked for more from our kids and are so proud of them for how well they have done this year!!!
Bus 1703 has had a mechanical issue at BES they are bringing a new bus to them so the route will be running later than normal.
UPDATE: The Kentucky State Police have located the three missing students. They are safe and are being reunited with their families. Thank you to the entire Brodhead Community for your assistance in locating the misssing girls.
Community Alert
Law enforcement is currently searching for three 5th grade students from Brodhead Elementary. The students were last seen at Brodhead Elementary at approximately 3:30 p.m. today.
If you live in the Brodhead area, please be on the lookout for these three female students.
If you have any information, please contact 911 or Kentucky State Police Post in London at (606) 878-6622 immediately.
Rocket Habit of the Month: Habit 2 – Begin with the End in Mind ✨
This month, we’re focusing on Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind!
Students across Rockcastle County Schools are learning how to set purposeful goals, stay focused through challenges, and make thoughtful decisions that align with their values. By envisioning their future, our Rockets are becoming resilient learners, critical thinkers, innovative leaders, and responsible citizens — all charting their own course toward success! 🚀
This month, we’re focusing on Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind!
Students across Rockcastle County Schools are learning how to set purposeful goals, stay focused through challenges, and make thoughtful decisions that align with their values. By envisioning their future, our Rockets are becoming resilient learners, critical thinkers, innovative leaders, and responsible citizens — all charting their own course toward success! 🚀
At this evening’s Rockcastle County Schools Board Meeting, we had the pleasure of hearing from Brodhead Elementary School! 🎨
Principal Nick Williams and art teacher Ms. Gina Bussell spoke about the excitement surrounding the school’s new art class and the positive impact it’s already having on students. Following their remarks, several students proudly presented their artwork and shared some of the creative projects they’ve completed so far this year. 🌟
Principal Nick Williams and art teacher Ms. Gina Bussell spoke about the excitement surrounding the school’s new art class and the positive impact it’s already having on students. Following their remarks, several students proudly presented their artwork and shared some of the creative projects they’ve completed so far this year. 🌟
Rockcastle County Schools will have NTI DAY #1 on Tuesday, November 11th, 2025. ❄️
Stay safe, Rockets! 🚀
Congratulations to our Digital Citizenship Award winners!
These students exemplify Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind, showing that every click, post, and interaction online shapes the future they want. 🌟
BES: Abigayle Warner, Andrew Lewis
MVES: Hudson Bishop, Emalyn Owens
RES: Julissa Zuniga Perez, Gracelenn Laswell
RCMS: Stevie Bradley, Airibella Taylor
RCHS: Keara Santo, Grace Lambert
The RockIT Department is proud of these Rockets for leading the way in positive and responsible digital citizenship! 💻✨
These students exemplify Habit 2: Begin with the End in Mind, showing that every click, post, and interaction online shapes the future they want. 🌟
BES: Abigayle Warner, Andrew Lewis
MVES: Hudson Bishop, Emalyn Owens
RES: Julissa Zuniga Perez, Gracelenn Laswell
RCMS: Stevie Bradley, Airibella Taylor
RCHS: Keara Santo, Grace Lambert
The RockIT Department is proud of these Rockets for leading the way in positive and responsible digital citizenship! 💻✨
Rocket Habit of the Month: Begin with the End in Mind! 🚀
Great leaders start with a vision! This month, our Rockets are focusing on Habit 2 — setting goals, planning ahead, and making choices today that shape the future they imagine. When we align our actions with our values, we can achieve what matters most. 💫
Great leaders start with a vision! This month, our Rockets are focusing on Habit 2 — setting goals, planning ahead, and making choices today that shape the future they imagine. When we align our actions with our values, we can achieve what matters most. 💫
All month long, our Rocket Learners have been putting Habit 1—Be Proactive—into action! 🌟
From classrooms to clubs, students across Rockcastle County Schools are taking responsibility for their choices, showing initiative, and leading with confidence.
Check out our October Habit of the Month newsletter to see how our Rockets are leading the way! 🚀
From classrooms to clubs, students across Rockcastle County Schools are taking responsibility for their choices, showing initiative, and leading with confidence.
Check out our October Habit of the Month newsletter to see how our Rockets are leading the way! 🚀
Give Your Child a Bright Start! 🌟
Families with 4-year-olds through 2nd graders can now access free at-home learning tools, books, and activities through the Bright Start Explorers program — made possible by Partners for Rural Impact in partnership with Waterford Upstart, Raising a Reader, and ParentPowered.
Boost your child’s reading, math, and science skills in just 15 minutes a day — all at no cost to families!
📲 Scan the QR code or visit www.waterford.org/upstart
to learn more and see if you qualify!
Families with 4-year-olds through 2nd graders can now access free at-home learning tools, books, and activities through the Bright Start Explorers program — made possible by Partners for Rural Impact in partnership with Waterford Upstart, Raising a Reader, and ParentPowered.
Boost your child’s reading, math, and science skills in just 15 minutes a day — all at no cost to families!
📲 Scan the QR code or visit www.waterford.org/upstart
to learn more and see if you qualify!
Rocket Habit of the Month: Habit 1 – Be Proactive! 🚀
Leadership begins long before the classroom — it starts at home. Families can help children take responsibility and make thoughtful choices by using the “Pause, Think, Choose” method. Encourage your child to stop, reflect, and make the best choice for any situation. Together, we’re building strong proactive habits that last a lifetime!
Leadership begins long before the classroom — it starts at home. Families can help children take responsibility and make thoughtful choices by using the “Pause, Think, Choose” method. Encourage your child to stop, reflect, and make the best choice for any situation. Together, we’re building strong proactive habits that last a lifetime!
This Friday, October 24th, is a BIG day in Rock Nation! 🚀
We’re kicking off Red Ribbon Week and celebrating Rock Nation Spirit Day!
Show your pride and support by wearing RED and Rocket gear as we unite our schools, workplaces, and community to cheer on our Rockets and stand strong for a drug-free future.
Let’s fill Rockcastle County with Rocket spirit — wear your red, rep your Rockets, and let’s make it a day to remember! 🌟
We’re kicking off Red Ribbon Week and celebrating Rock Nation Spirit Day!
Show your pride and support by wearing RED and Rocket gear as we unite our schools, workplaces, and community to cheer on our Rockets and stand strong for a drug-free future.
Let’s fill Rockcastle County with Rocket spirit — wear your red, rep your Rockets, and let’s make it a day to remember! 🌟
Save the Date! 🚀
Rock Nation Spirit Day is coming up on Friday, October 24th!
Join schools, businesses, and the entire community as we show our Rocket pride by wearing our favorite Rocket gear and colors. Let’s unite and celebrate what it means to be part of Rocket Nation!
Rock Nation Spirit Day is coming up on Friday, October 24th!
Join schools, businesses, and the entire community as we show our Rocket pride by wearing our favorite Rocket gear and colors. Let’s unite and celebrate what it means to be part of Rocket Nation!
Congratulations to our first Digital Citizenship Award Winners! 💻🚀
This new RockIT initiative celebrates students who consistently show respect, responsibility, and safety online. These students are positive digital role models and take great care of their Chromebooks — and they were each rewarded with $50 cash for leading the way!
✨ Be Proactive. Be Respectful. Be a Digital Leader. ✨
🏆 September Winners:
BES: Trey Graves (5th), Peyton Richmond (3rd)
MVES: Isabella Milburn (2nd), Ella Lunsford (3rd)
RES: Aunisty Lewis (3rd), Zipporah Harding (KG)
RCMS: Lauren Glovak (6th), Silas Burdette (7th)
RCHS: Madalynn Alexander (10th), AJ Barrett (12th)
Let’s celebrate these amazing Rockets for making the digital world a better, brighter place!
Rocket Habit of the Month: Be Proactive! ✨🚀
This October, we’re focusing on Habit 1: Be Proactive — taking charge of your actions, words, and choices. Instead of reacting to what happens around you, choose a positive response and focus on what you can control.
This October, we’re focusing on Habit 1: Be Proactive — taking charge of your actions, words, and choices. Instead of reacting to what happens around you, choose a positive response and focus on what you can control.
October is National Principals Month — a time to recognize the exceptional leaders who guide, inspire, and empower our schools every single day. 🚀
Our principals lead with vision and purpose, nurture growth for students and staff, and help shape the future of our Rocket Leaders. Join us in celebrating their dedication and the lasting impact they make across Rockcastle County Schools!
Our principals lead with vision and purpose, nurture growth for students and staff, and help shape the future of our Rocket Leaders. Join us in celebrating their dedication and the lasting impact they make across Rockcastle County Schools!
🚀 Starting tomorrow, we’re launching a brand-new series: Rocket Habit of the Month! 🌟
Each month, we’ll spotlight one of the 7 Habits from the Leader in Me framework — powerful principles that help students build leadership, responsibility, and strong character. These habits connect directly to our Portrait of a Rocket work, guiding learners to lead themselves, collaborate with others, and grow continuously — in school and beyond.
Stay tuned as we explore each habit and highlight the many ways our Rockets put them into action every day! 🚀💙
Each month, we’ll spotlight one of the 7 Habits from the Leader in Me framework — powerful principles that help students build leadership, responsibility, and strong character. These habits connect directly to our Portrait of a Rocket work, guiding learners to lead themselves, collaborate with others, and grow continuously — in school and beyond.
Stay tuned as we explore each habit and highlight the many ways our Rockets put them into action every day! 🚀💙
The Portrait of a Rocket continues to guide our work at Rockcastle County Schools, showing how every student can learn, lead, and soar. Rooted in The Leader in Me framework and aligned with Kentucky’s Portrait of a Learner, it reflects the qualities we aim to build in all Rockets—resilience, responsibility, communication, collaboration, innovation, and critical thinking. 🚀
This is the heart of our vision: guiding Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders. 🌟
📖 Explore the publication: heyzine.com/flip-book/rcsportraitofarocket
This is the heart of our vision: guiding Rocket Learners to Rocket Leaders. 🌟
📖 Explore the publication: heyzine.com/flip-book/rcsportraitofarocket
🚀 Rock Nation Spirit Day is NEXT WEEK! 🎉
On Friday, September 26th, let’s unite as a community to show our Rocket pride. Wear your Rocket gear, colors, and spirit to celebrate and support our students and schools.
On Friday, September 26th, let’s unite as a community to show our Rocket pride. Wear your Rocket gear, colors, and spirit to celebrate and support our students and schools.
