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The Rock Creek Freshman Class attended a special screening of Hamilton, connecting classroom learning to a dynamic portrayal of American history through music and performance on Sept. 10.

Freshman Drops A Beat With A Hip-Hop Take On The “Hamilton” Movie

Josie Kurk, Contributing Writer October 2, 2025

In a mix of American history and hip-hop, Hamilton retells the story of one of the most overlooked Founding Fathers. The entire 9th grade class went to see Hamilton in theaters as an introduction to their...

A fairtale land is where we find 2nd place winner, Bailey Martens writing from for the Poetry Contest hosted and blind voted on by her peers last May. Marten won a gift card and her poem published in "The Hoof Print." Graphic created by Canva AI.

World of Mysteries by Bailey Martens

Press Release, Press Release September 30, 2025

Sitting still, yet feeling the rushing pulse in the legs. Sounds of music Buzzing through the ears Sounds of far off bands, Marching in the distance. The cool air brushing past, running through...

Dear Mr. Rich, is the first place poetry winner written by Briley Griffen. This poem was selected by blind voting by her peers. Graphic created in Canva.

Dear Mr. Rich by Briley Griffin

Press Release, Press Release September 30, 2025

Dear Mr. Rich, I remember the days When I could reach up and touch The Mooon. I loved touching the Moon. She was a bright ball of hope a flawless orb Who would chat away as I drifted into sweet...

Got questions? Drop them in here. Senior Brookly Gibbs slips a letter into the Mustang Mailbox in room 117.  The home of "Dear Rocky", Letters to the Editor, and yearbook order forms and payments.

We “Herd” You! The Mustang Mailbox is Now Open!

Press Release, Press Release September 10, 2025

September 10, 2025 - Got questions? Need advice? Just want to get feedback about life, love, or classes? Look no further than "Dear Rocky", the brand-new advice column brought to you by The Hoof Print...

Screen capture from Instagram. Seniors Brooklyn Dye is defending herself against senior Dylan Jones during a "purge" at The Manhattan Town Center Mall parking lot.

Seniors Take Aim

Becca Easton, Staff Writer September 2, 2025

Seniors at Rock Creek High School are plotting for a prize. Senior Splashin' a recent tradition among seniors, kicked off last week and is a hot topic in every classroom. This is a student-led game that...

Secret Santa Chicken image was generated using ChatGPT AI tools.

Mystery Gifter Finally Cracks the Code!

December 18, 2024

In a development that has both mathematicians and chicken enthusiasts clucking with excitement, the long-running mystery of this year’s Secret Santa has finally been solved. The answer, it seems, was...

A Story of Self-Love and Self-Worth

A Story of Self-Love and Self-Worth

Koda Moeller September 10, 2024

It Ends With Us by Colleen Hoover tells the emotional story of Lily Bloom, a young woman who falls in love with Ryle Kincaid, who in appearance is a perfect neurosurgeon with a dark side to him. As their...

Whiteout Vol. 1

Whiteout Vol. 1

Denton Vanderbilt, Writer/Photographer April 12, 2024

Whiteout Vol. 1 is the name of my first, full-length album. The 15-track project features artists such as BaKu and b.wub and tells a melodious story intended to bring back youthful feelings of the experience...

"yes, and" Review

“yes, and” Review

Denton Vanderbilt, Writer/Photographer February 28, 2024

This song sung by Ariana Grande, although slightly repetitive, is, I think, a great pop song. Because I listen to a variety of music genres and produce my own music, so I have a fair understanding of composition...

(Left to right) Denise Duecett, Kaydee Chicora, Emma Pittenger, Abigail Kottke, and Taryn Scott pictured in costume for a run of The Spell of Sleeping Beauty.

The Columbian Theatre: Fueled by Community Spirit

Emma Pittenger, Writer/Photographer February 26, 2024

Just down the highway from Rock Creek, the Wamego Columbian Theater Academy is not just a place for actors; it is like a close group of friends where people from all local communities support each other....

Valentines Day I-Spy

Valentines Day I-Spy

Elizabeth Martinez Bojorquez, Writer/Photographer February 14, 2024

1 pair of scissors 2 pink highlighters 1 valentines day mug 1 dog carrying a love letter

I-Spy Christmas

I-Spy Christmas

Madison Resser and Elizabeth Martinez Bojorquez December 8, 2023

Merry Christmas and happy I-Spy! Please comment when you have found all the objects. More themed I-Spies to come in the future. 5 black bows 2 angels 1 mistletoe 6 bells 1 tag that says...

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