This week’s senior spotlight is on Ian Fryar. RMA has had the pleasure of having Ian grace its halls since he was in the first grade. Whether it be on the golf course or just walking down the halls, Ian always has a smile on his face. With his upbeat personality, Ian has become well known throughout...

After coming to Rocky Mount Academy five years ago, Peyton Hutson has made an impression on every person she’s met. She is inclusive, outgoing, and kind, which makes her both a great friend and classmate. The senior class would definitely not be the same without Peyton Hutson.   Peyton thrives...

After the mountains of candy from Halloween are either eaten up or stashed away, many of us turn our attention to Thanksgiving or Christmas. However, many of us overlook Veterans Day, a very important day that has much more impact on our lives than we ever notice.    Veterans Day started...

In September, I wrote an article highlighting the RMA faculty’s dogs for National Dog Day. What kind of pet lover would I be if I didn’t include cats too? Without further ado, I present a (Ms. Knox-requested) gallery of truly purrfect pictures. With National Cat Day falling on October 29, here are...

This week’s senior spotlight is on the one and only Colby Freeman. Colby is both a star athlete and student, and he is just an all-around great person. Since the first grade, Colby has been an intricate part of the senior class. Colby is well known for his prowess in the classroom and in whatever sport...

Mason Franks, beloved member of the class of 2020, has always brought joy and laughter wherever he goes. Arriving at RMA in Pre-K, Mason left in first grade but returned for good at the start of middle school. In total, he has been apart of the RMA family for ten years. Described as sarcastic, comical,...

  It’s finally Halloween, which means it’s the perfect time to grab some popcorn, get blankets, and celebrate one of the most fun holidays. There have been so many horror movies over the years, and it can be so hard to figure out what movies to watch. Whether you’re looking for a slasher...

Over the past week, dozens of YouTubers have raised more than $10 million as part of a fundraiser to plant trees across the world. The plan, called Team Trees, has YouTubers creating videos asking their viewers to donate money with the goal of raising $20 million to plant 20 million trees by the end...

Since her arrival in the sixth grade, Ada Everette has been lighting up the halls of RMA. Her bubbly and welcoming nature are apparent to anyone she meets and upon meeting her, it is difficult not to love her. I first met Ada in third grade at Benvenue Elementary School and to me, she is the same person...

This past Friday, October 25, was an eventful day at RMA that was packed full of fun. From the pep rally to the football game, the day was a non-stop rush of excitement!   That afternoon was the pep rally hosted by the RMA cheerleaders. The lower school cheerleaders opened the pep rally with...