
April 16, 2025
On Agriculture Literacy Day, Rockcastle County High School came alive with excitement and learning as agriculture students took the lead in educating the next generation. Kinderga...

April 8, 2025
Rockcastle County students brought Kentucky’s rich cultural traditions to life during a vibrant Kentucky Heritage Day celebration. The event highlighted the creativity and knowled...

March 13, 2025
Mt. Vernon Elementary students had a sweet and educational experience as they spent the day at Rockcastle County High School, collaborating with the Family and Consumer Science pr...

March 7, 2025
The Rockcastle County School District has been recognized as one of the 2025 Best Places to Work in Kentucky by the Kentucky Chamber of Commerce and the Kentucky Society for ...

February 11, 2025
Rockcastle County Schools is proud to announce that Becky Smith , Principal of Mt. Vernon Elementary School, and Thomas Coffey , Coordinator of Teaching & Learning, have been se...

February 10, 2025
Rockcastle County Judge Executive Howell Holbrook and Superintendent Carrie Ballinger have officially proclaimed February 10-14 as Family Resource and Youth Services Centers (FRYS...

February 7, 2025
Students put their spelling skills to the test today at the annual Rockcastle County Schools District Spelling Bee, hosted by the GATE (Gifted and Talented Education) department. ...

February 5, 2025
Rockcastle County Schools is proud to announce that Becky Smith , principal of Mt. Vernon Elementary School (MVES) , has been selected as one of eight Numeracy Counts Principal...

February 3, 2025
Rockcastle County’s elementary schools showcased their academic excellence at the District Governor’s Cup competition on Saturday, February 1st, at Mount Vernon Elementary. Studen...

December 12, 2024
Mount Vernon Elementary proudly announces that fifth-grader Josie Cruz, from Mrs. Bobbie Mason's homeroom, has won the countywide essay contest organized by the local Daughters of...

December 6, 2024
The Mt. Vernon Elementary Mustangs Ministry Group warmly welcomed local heroes to their First Responder Appreciation Breakfast this morning. This heartfelt event recognized the ...

November 26, 2024
The Rockcastle County Schools community once again embraced the spirit of giving during the 24th Annual Kenna’s Kitchen Thanksgiving Dinner, a cherished tradition that unites stud...

November 26, 2024
Mt. Vernon Elementary School is proud to be recognized for its exceptional performance during the 2023-2024 Kentucky Summative Assessment (KSA). At the recent District Leadership ...

October 25, 2024
The County of Rockcastle Fiscal Court has officially proclaimed Friday, October 25, 2024, as "Rock Your Red Day," a community-wide event dedicated to promoting awareness of the da...

September 19, 2024
The annual Christian Appalachian Project (CAP) Hunger Walk took place today at Rockcastle County High School, uniting students, staff, and community leaders in a collective effort...

July 19, 2024
Rockcastle County, KY — Exciting news for Rockcastle County Schools! The Food Service Department has been awarded the Fresh Fruit and Vegetable Program (FFVP) grant for the 2024-2...

June 18, 2024
🚨 Important Notice: Please be aware that all school district buildings will be closed from July 1st to July 5th.

May 20, 2024
The Rockcastle Gifted and Talented Department teamed with EKU’s Center for Environmental Education to provide Environmental Lessons to elementary schools across Rockcastle County....

April 17, 2024
Today, across our district, a powerful wave of support emerged as students and staff planted pinwheels and wore blue, united in our stand against child abuse. Together, we're maki...
April 11, 2024
Join Rockcastle County schools this April to shine a light on Child Abuse Awareness Month. Together, let's raise awareness, break the silence, and stand up for the safety and well...