Rock Canyon High School counselors will be coming to Rocky Heights on Tuesday January 21st to meet with all 8th graders about Rock Canyon High School registration.
- They will work through the registration process with all students and answer any questions. Students will get directions on how to complete registration on this day.
- The registration portal will open for students on January 23rd and will close on January 31st. Students will work with their current teachers for recommendations and collecting all paperwork.
- All incoming 9th graders are invited to our Future Jag Night on Thursday January 23rd.
We will be meeting on Tuesday, January 14 in the HRHS Commons at 6:30-8:30 PM.
- It is an opportunity for everyone to meet other team members and their families, to purchase apparel, and to learn about the team.
- It is a potluck and we ask everyone to sign up/RSVP: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4FA5AA2DAAF8C34-54167727-team.
- If an athlete or family is not receiving communication from the team, they must sign up on TeamSnap by emailing christina.kwon@dcsdk12.org their email addresses to add.
Seniors, please check the senior newsletter frequently for any new updates relating to graduation and senior events. We are constantly updating this newsletter with new information.
All application information and links can be found on the RCHS Website → Activities Page → StuCo Page
Student Council is a group of highly motivated students who strive to better the school through exemplary leadership and dedication to improve our school’s environment. A year long commitment that requires involvement in and out of school. This includes but is not limited to: set-up/clean up and attending ALL Student Council sponsored events, dressing up for all Spirit Days, leadership and development activities, active class participation, working in a team and most importantly, a positive attitude.
Active Student Council members must maintain a 2.5 GPA, promote responsible and respectful behavior in and out of the classroom, and must be willing to learn, grow, and develop as a leader throughout the year. Interested students should be motivated, willing, and dedicated to the betterment of the school and to serve as a school leader.
2025 - 2026 Application Process
Please reference the RCHS Website for the StuCo application. The Student Council Application has two parts: The application & references (DUE JAN. 31ST BY 5PM) and the interview (SAT. FEB 8TH)
No late submissions will be accepted and incomplete applications will not be considered
In addition to the application components listed online, grades, attendance, and discipline record will also be considered before a final decision is made.
Please contact RCHS Student Council Sponsor Hannah Klein at hcklein@dcsdk12.org if you have any questions.
If you plan to apply for Student Council, register for Student Government 35450 S1 and S2 as your first and second elective alternates. Students who are accepted will be enrolled in the course.
Part #1: Student Application & Teacher Recommendations
Complete the online Student Application by Friday, January 31st, 2025 at 5:00pm. The email you provide on this form will be used for all communication. Please make sure your e-mail address is accurate and is checked frequently. You should expect a confirmation email with a reminder about the interview.
Select TWO teachers to complete the Teacher Recommendation Form on your behalf. Please select teachers who can speak to your leadership strengths and share insight about your abilities and potential as a student leader. First, ASK THE TEACHER IN PERSON. Then, please send an email request with this link to each teacher asking for their recommendation. (This form is the only way to submit a teacher reference). It is your responsibility to confirm with teachers that the form was submitted by the deadline.
***The deadline to submit the recommendation form is Friday, January 31st, 2025 at 5:00pm.***
Part #2: Student Council Interview
Each applicant will participate in a group interview with current RCHS Student Council members and Sponsors. Interviews will be broken up into two groups: Current 9th, 10th, & 11th graders and then Current 8th graders. The interviews will take place at Rock Canyon High School in the Library.
- Current 9th, 10th, and 11th Grade Interviews: Saturday, Feb. 8th from 9:00am - 10:00am.
- Current 8th Grade Interviews: Saturday, Feb. 8th from 10:30am - 11:30am
The interview is designed to highlight your personal strengths as a leader, group member, and teammate and will include both group activities and questions. You are also asked to bring an event advertisement to the interview.
Event Advertisement/Poster:
Create a creative and unique event advertisement/poster for a hypothetical event listed below and bring a physical copy with you to the Student Council interview. Your advertisement should be creative, clear, neat, unique, and include the necessary information. (This should go beyond using a Canva template).
The basic information is provided for you but you are welcome to add additional details or specifics. This is your chance to showcase your personality and creativity so have fun!
Your advertisement should be NO LARGER than a 11" x 17". You are asked to leave your advertisement with the interview committee and it will NOT be returned to you.
- Event Theme Options (select ONE): Welcome to the Jungle, Board Games, Candy, or Hollywood
- Event Details for Advertisement:
- Event Type: School Dance Event Location: RCHS Commons
- Event Date: February 30, 2022 - 8:00pm - 11:00pm Ticket Price: $10.00
- Event Location: RCHS Commons Student I.D. Required for Admission
Rock Canyon High School
Principal / Andy Abner
5810 McArthur Ranch Road, Highlands Ranch, CO 80124
Main Line 303-387-3000
24-Hour Attendance Line 303-387-3002
Visit us at: rockcanyonjags.com