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Rock Creek High School Journalism Win Big at State Contest

Rock Creek High School Journalism Win Big at State Contest

Press Release May 6, 2025

LAWRENCE, May 2, 2025 -- The Kansas Scholastic Press Association is proud to announce the winners of the 2025 KSPA State Contests, which awarded the best student journalism from nearly 1,300 entries gathered...

Taking the field. Freshman Jacob Perkins prepare to play their opponent the Wamego Red Raiders on September 13, 2025.

Heart, Hustle, and Hard Work

Becca Easton, Contributing Writer April 30, 2025

The Rock Creek Mustangs have officially wrapped up another standout football season, charging through the competition to post an impressive 8-2 record. With the final whistle blown and the scoreboard set,...

Graphic designed by Amylyn Hodges using Canva.

Diamonds, Dirt, and Determination

Lillian Ross, Contributing Writer April 30, 2025

As new season of softball starts, it brings a new energy buzz of energy through the air! Softball season is in full swing. Cleats hit the dirt, gloves snap in practice, and the team gears up for another...

Chasing after a Wally! The Wilson family stands in front of their 1979 Chevy Malibu getting ready to run the track at the Heartland Motorsports Park.

Fueled By Adrenaline

Kaylee Wilson, Contributing Writer April 28, 2025

While many students spend their summers working jobs, traveling, or relaxing with friends, one local family hits the racetrack together — living life a quarter-mile (or in this case, an eighth-mile)...

Rock Creek short stop Peter Martinie (2) jogs onto the field ready to take his position. The junior brings hustle, heart and leadership to the Mustang lineup.

The Strike of the Season

Clarissa Torrey, Contributing Writer April 25, 2025

The blazing sun beats down on the diamond as Rock Creek baseball players dig in at the plate and swing for another win. Leading the charge from the dugout is Coach Shane Sieben, the head of the Rock Creek...

Talk of the town! Prior to Rock Creek’s  63-7 victory against Bishop Ward, Head Coach Shane Sieben and "Coach" Ron Lee, grandfather of senior quarterback Mack Lee.

Sideline Support to Friday Night Fights

Kylie Griffin, Contributing Writer April 25, 2025

Under the Friday night lights. The Rock Creek Mustangs take the field with the support of their community. With each game the Mustangs showcase determination and teamwork. During the 2024 season, the...

Under the Friday night lights. Rock Creek dance team performs at half-time to the song "Dance the Night Away" by Dua Lipa during Pink Out Night to bring awareness to breast cancer. One of the K-State Classy Cats helped to choreograph the dance.

Flawless Formations

Austyn Doolan, Contributing Writer April 25, 2025

Being a good dancer is more than just having good technique or good flexibility. A good dancer is someone who is dedicated to dance, physically and mentally. They need to have a passion for it and be willing...

Now boarding. Seniors Gabe Martin and Caleb Conrow taxi into taste at Flight Crew Coffee, reviewing the coffee shop for service, flavor, and price for The Hoof Print.”

Students Clear Coffee for Takeoff

Gabe Martin, Staff Writer April 25, 2025

Flight Crew Coffee, a cozy, aviation-themed shop on Poyntz Avenue in Manhattan, states on their website that they offers customers “uncommon kindness, extraordinary service and nostalgic class.” Rock...

From ‘Minors to Majors’, Jake Eisenberg keynote speaker talks about the highs and lows of the broadcast world, and how he kept on pushing through the hard times. In Tower East at  Arrowhead stadium on April 23 in front of industry leaders, high school students, and college students.

Rock Creek Journalism Hits the Airwaves at Arrowhead

Olivia Bowman, Contributing Writer April 25, 2025

The Kansas Association of Broadcasters welcomed high school and college journalism students and educators from across the state — including Rock Creek Journalism — to Arrowhead Stadium for a sports...

The activities entrance at Rock Creek High School stands as a gateway to student achievement, welcoming growth, celebration, and new opportunities for the Rock Creek community.

Rock Creek Embraces Growth and Recognition

Hailey Ketterman, Staff Writer April 25, 2025

The Rock Creek Board of Education opened its meeting with gratitude and appreciation for the school's continued growth, giving a special shoutout to the journalism class for its ongoing project and partnerships....

Grab the Ball! Freshman Regan Asbury goes up for a rebound during a tightly contested matchup at Marysville on February 15. With determination on her face, Asbury fights for possession in a pivotal moment of the game

Trying out for Girls Basketball is a Slam Dunk Decision

Hailey Lies, Contributing Writer April 21, 2025

You might know Kaitlin Kuhlmann as a school counselor, but this year she’s taken on a new title—assistant coach for the Rock Creek girls’ basketball team. It’s her first year in the role, and she’s...

Photo courtesy of Brandi Miller

A Passion for Education

Ayla Klingenberg, Staff Writer April 21, 2025

Brandi Miller’s path to serving on the Rock Creek School Board wasn’t a quick decision– it was years in the making. Motivated by strong beliefs in public education, she stepped into the role with...

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