Boys’ Basketball Jumps for Success 

Written By: Izzy Bernie The Boys’ Varsity Basketball team has been steadily improving over the course of the season, showing increased confidence on the court.  Led by captains Lucius Liu ‘26 and Henry Kosann ‘27, the team has placed a large emphasis on working together and translating their connectedness into stronger performances during games. “We’ve just been working towards fostering a sense of team camaraderie … Continue reading Boys’ Basketball Jumps for Success 

Boys’ Ice Hockey Marks Victories

Written By: Sadie Kolodner The Rye Country Day School Boys’ Varsity Hockey team has been flying up and down the ice this season, bringing energy and enthusiasm to every game! Led by captains Richie Morrow ‘26, Paul Heintz ‘27, and Andrew Eason ‘26, the team has continued to build momentum throughout the season. The 2025-2026 season started with a game against Mamaroneck High School in … Continue reading Boys’ Ice Hockey Marks Victories

That’s a Wrap: Fall Sports Awards

Written By: Zara Khemlani Each year, the Athletics Department at RCDS hosts the Fall Sports Awards, recognizing varsity athletes for their incredible accomplishments and dedication throughout the fall season. On Thursday, November 13th, athletes were honored with awards including All-League Honors, Coaches Awards, Wildcat Awards, and more. Several teams, including Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Soccer, and Volleyball celebrated during the evening with students, families, … Continue reading That’s a Wrap: Fall Sports Awards

Winter Break Through Teachers’ Eyes

Written By: Valentina Platt-Higgins, Chloe Berg, and Emma Wolff After a long winter break, students are gradually re-adapting to the school environment. But while they were enjoying vacations or catching up on rest at home, our teachers were too. Mr. Kyle, Upper School Dean, spent his winter break at home, seeing friends and family. He was excited to visit his grandchildren and to see his … Continue reading Winter Break Through Teachers’ Eyes

Food for Thought This Winter 

Written By: Chloe Schwalbe and Olivia Prather This winter and holiday season, families are celebrating with traditions, decorations, and, most importantly, food. During the colder months, food becomes a source of warmth, comfort, and a way to bring people together. Each family has their own unique recipes that reappear year after year for the food they enjoy during the holidays. Not only do family recipes … Continue reading Food for Thought This Winter 

Celebrating the Holiday Season

Written By: Olivia Pierry It’s that time of the year again–cinammon lingers in the air, snow flutters down, and Christmas carols play from the radio. Whether you’re snuggled up on your couch holding a steaming cup of hot chocolate while watching a feel-good movie or racing siblings down a steep, snowy hill, a magical feeling radiates in the air.  Nina Krishnan ‘29 explains how she … Continue reading Celebrating the Holiday Season

Chasing Courage at Community Forum and Beyond

Written By: Georgina Murphy On October 24th during Community Forum, Harry Moss ‘26 gave a speech to the Upper School on the importance of debate and rhetoric and its connection to this year’s theme of courage. Moss has always recognized the value of surrounding yourself with opinions that differ from your own and the importance of debate. However, after attending Reason and Rationality, a summer … Continue reading Chasing Courage at Community Forum and Beyond

Xavier Perkins: A Qu(bit) Above the Rest

Written By: Maya Chachra Before he’s even graduated, Xavier Perkins is already stepping into the world of quantum computing and blockchain innovation—two fields shaping the future of technology. What really stands out is his current project outside of school, He noted, “Right now I am currently interning at NYU’s Center for Quantum Information Physics. I am researching superconducting qubits, which are the basic units of … Continue reading Xavier Perkins: A Qu(bit) Above the Rest

Faculty Spotlight: Mr Hirsch

Written By Georgina Murphy By day, he’s a science teacher; by night, he writes musicals, records albums, has attended over 1,200 concerts, and ponders the life of Charles Darwin. Upper School science teacher Mr. Michael Hirsch has always had a strong passion for music and science, and while many fail to see the similarities between the two disciplines, Hirsch views science and music not as … Continue reading Faculty Spotlight: Mr Hirsch