By Rosie Smith From a young age, I knew I was different. I couldn’t brush my hair like my other friends who had fine hair. My skin got dry easily, and I had this skin disease, eczema, that I would itch until I created open wounds and had to use an Aquaphor mixture to heal … More Rocket reflection on living as an African American

By Rosie Smith For the past ten years, McNicholas has participated in Poetry Out Loud, a national dynamic poetry recitation competition for high school students.  The 1st place contestant from the school competition continues to the regional competition that will take place on Friday, Jan. 30. The top three winners from the McNicholas competition held … More Junior wins Poetry Out Loud; Reflects on experience

By Rosie Smith When students need to visit the school nurse, Mrs. Amy Powderly, they might have noticed shelves of food behind the door between Powderly’s office and the main office. This new addition is the Rocket Fuel Pantry, added for the 2025-2026 school year. In October, Mrs. Jenni Tumser, administrative assistant to the principal, … More Rocket Fuel Pantry provides nourishment for students

By Rosie Smith The group formerly known as Hope Squad took on a new name this year: Rocket Lighthouse. Under the direction of science teacher Mrs. Chrystel Wells and school counselor Mrs. Amanda Duffy, Rocket Lighthouse is ready to continue the work of what was previously Hope Squad. The name changed this year came about … More Rocket Lighthouse seniors discuss upcoming plans