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The U.S. Capitol on the morning of President Biden's Inauguration.
Road To The Presidency
Former Vice President Joe Biden and President Donald Trump battle it out on the debate stage in Nashville, Tenn. at the final presidential debate.
Final Presidential Debate: Highlights and Hot Topics
Both presidential candidates, Donald Trump and Joe Biden, participated in virtual Town Halls instead of an in-person debate.
Second Presidential Debate Canceled, Trump Rejects Virtual Format
An evening view of the first frost of the season from senior Shirley Li’s home. The holiday lights added to the beautiful snow day. (Photo courtesy of Shirley Li)
It’s sNOw Surprise: Happy Snow Day!
Joe Biden at a march in Clear Lake, Iowa in Aug. 2019.
Biden Wins White House
A collage of all of the students profiled. (All photos courtesty of the profiled students.)
Humans of Rock Ridge: Pandemic Profiles
Theater teacher Rebekah Hess has spent quarantine and summer break preparing her home office for the school year. “I ended up decluttering over 2,320 items in the last three months,” Hess said. Her office contains scented candles, an open window, a ginormous planner, and a special furry friend, Gibbs.
Teachers Prep Back to School Teaching Spaces
Wearing masks, Sophia (left) and Amelie (right) pose for photos.
Sisters Launch Mask Business To Help Loudoun Community Combat Pandemic
When connecting devices to computers, a warning appears on the phone about trusting unfamiliar networks.
Click With Caution
Humans of RR: Jasmin Palmer
Humans of RR: Jasmin Palmer
The U.S. Capitol on the morning of President Biden's Inauguration.
Road To The Presidency
A distorted image of an
What’s A Rumor You’ve Heard About The Election?
The general election, and final day to vote, will take place on Nov. 3. In Virginia, polls will be open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m.
What To Expect On Decision Day: Ins and Outs Of Following A Major Election
President Donald Trump delivers the State of the Union address at the U.S. Capitol on Feb. 5, 2019. (White House/Shaelah Craighead)
Trump Agrees on New Spending Bill; Promises an Emergency Declaration
Junior Haley Priftis prepares to shoots for Rock Ridge after a foul by the Independence team. She made the shot and gained points for the Phoenix.
Phoenix’s Fight or Flight Against the Tigers
Runners from all different schools compete in the cold for the VHSL Cross Country State Championship.
Seniors Cross the Finish Line At States
From Nov. 11 to Nov. 14, Rock Ridge had its annual winter sports tryouts for all athletes interested.
Phoenix Welcome New Athletic Season with Winter Sports Tryouts
Independence Tigers start with the football as they come head-to-head with the Phoenix.
Staying humble even after the fumble
Cross country teams from the region race across the finish line of the last meet of the season.
Cross Country’s Inspiration to Push Forward
Runners from all different schools compete in the cold for the VHSL Cross Country State Championship.
Seniors Cross the Finish Line At States
Independence Tigers start with the football as they come head-to-head with the Phoenix.
Staying humble even after the fumble
Cross country teams from the region race across the finish line of the last meet of the season.
Cross Country’s Inspiration to Push Forward
Players freshman Anika Engen, junior Madison Anderson, junior Jayden Thomas, junior Joanelys Santiago, and senior Kiran Patel scream in joy as they score a point. The team made a comeback, scoring several points in a row.
Spiked out!
Senior Aidan Emanuel kneels on the sidelines minutes before the clock starts. To prepare for his games, Emanuel separates himself from his high-energy surroundings to pray. “I seclude myself and talk to my Lord,” Emanuel said.
Phoenix Stumble in Homecoming match against Potomac Falls
Junior Haley Priftis prepares to shoots for Rock Ridge after a foul by the Independence team. She made the shot and gained points for the Phoenix.
Phoenix’s Fight or Flight Against the Tigers
From Nov. 11 to Nov. 14, Rock Ridge had its annual winter sports tryouts for all athletes interested.
Phoenix Welcome New Athletic Season with Winter Sports Tryouts
Varsity gymnastics huddles together at the Regional competition on February 5th.
Gymnastics takes its bond to new heights
The Rock Ridge girls’ varsity team gets hyped up before a tense game.
Lady Phoenix Ready to Rebound
Rock Ridge vs Stone Bridge triple overtime game
Senior Evan Grace and sophomore Charlie Blundell run the mile at Liberty University’s indoor track complex during the Bulldog Invitational meet.
Indoor Track Season Wraps Up
“Omigod You Guys” Rock Ridge Performing Arts Presents Legally Blonde
“Omigod You Guys” Rock Ridge Performing Arts Presents Legally Blonde
Friends and family gather in the library to participate in the NEHS movie night.
NEHS Wraps Up Pajama Project With Christmas Spirit
Rocky and former physics teacher Myron Hanke spread the holiday cheer as they share a hug during Hanke’s lip-sync performance. The students were on their feet as he continued to saunter around the gym to the beat of the song.
Cold Weather Can’t Freeze School Spirit
Santa Claus, portrayed by science teacher Everette Callaway, narrates “Twas the Night Before Christmas,” accompanied with sound effects.
Orchestra Puts a Bow on the Holidays at the Annual Winter Concert
Juniors Michael Moss, Jake Harris and Cynthia Moss talk about progression updates for their comic Roger and Death.
The Revolution of Graphic Artists
Arman Fathi: Swan Song
Arman Fathi: Swan Song
Alexa Varela-Escobar: Swan Song
Alexa Varela-Escobar: Swan Song
Colin Wilkinson: Swan Song
Colin Wilkinson: Swan Song
Rodrigo Villegas Valle: Swan Song
Rodrigo Villegas Valle: Swan Song
Madison Taggart: Swan Song
Madison Taggart: Swan Song
The Student News Site of Rock Ridge High School

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The Student News Site of Rock Ridge High School

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Sarah Baig, Staff Writer

Sarah is a junior and this is her 3rd year on staff. She radiates swagger.

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Jett Cooper, 10

Jett Cooper, 10

November 9, 2020
Runners from all different schools compete in the cold for the VHSL Cross Country State Championship.

Seniors Cross the Finish Line At States

December 17, 2019
CTE teacher Ben Stodola gets blocked by senior Joel Viola.

Staff v. Student: The Battle Over Volleyball

December 17, 2019
Seniors Taylor Herrera and Raimundo Avalos get up from the messy pile of people after the referees blew their whistles.

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December 17, 2019
Both teams end up on top of each other as they try to get the ball from under the mound of people.

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December 17, 2019
Towards the end of the game, Senior Mattew Simmons intently watches the game from the sidelines.

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December 17, 2019
Senior Rayyan Saleh kneels as he gets ready for his next play. “At the end of the game, it was kind of sad, because it was my last game,” Saleh said.

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December 17, 2019
Independence Tigers start with the football as they come head-to-head with the Phoenix.

[Photo] Staying humble even after the fumble

November 25, 2019
Senior Jared Barker runs across the field. “This season as a whole may not have gone ideally, but the environment that the coach created I was really happy with [it]. Despite losing...he gave me a team I was proud to play on,” Barker said.

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November 25, 2019
Senior Aiden Jessup plays center as he readies himself for the next play.

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November 25, 2019
Freshman Jett Cooper poses in front of the 5k finish line. Cooper was awarded first place winner at the Haunted 5K. “I felt pretty good. It was tiring, definitely, but I’m proud of what I did,” Cooper said.

[Photo] Running from your fears at the Haunted 5k

November 4, 2019
Independence Tigers start with the football as they come head-to-head with the Phoenix.

Staying humble even after the fumble

November 25, 2019
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