Teens Take on Justice at SSSJ

Written By: Molly Hart Saturday, November 15, high school students from various Fairchester private schools gathered for the annual Saturday Summit on Social Justice (SSSJ), a day dedicated to learning, collaboration, and community building around pressing social issues. Designed to engage young people interested in advocacy and change-making, the summit offers workshops, discussions, and affinity spaces that empower students to explore their ability to make … Continue reading Teens Take on Justice at SSSJ

Holiday Boutique and Book Fair Fun

Written By: Makayla Wolins and Nina Krishnan With the upcoming book fair this month, many students around the school are excited for its return. Students have shared that  they look forward to the food, shopping, and excellent variety of books. Last year, Mackenzie Kearns ‘29 loved the food, especially the popcorn chicken and brownies. Many other students have also mentioned that they loved the delicious … Continue reading Holiday Boutique and Book Fair Fun

Girls’ Soccer Reflections

Written By: Lila Al-Omoush The Rye Country Day School Girls’ Varsity Soccer Team had an impressive season filled with determination and teamwork. Despite facing tough opponents, the Wildcats stayed resilient and earned many key wins that reflected their hard work and commitment. They finished the season strong with a 7-2 record, highlighted by an exciting win over St. Luke’s that showed their competitive spirit and … Continue reading Girls’ Soccer Reflections

Cross Country Crosses the Finish Line in Style

Written By: Kayla Rosen The Rye Country Day School Varsity Cross Country Team raced through a season full of milestones, ending on a high note at both the FAA League and NYSAIS Championships. From long daily runs to challenging hill workouts, the team’s dedication and teamwork powered them through an intense and rewarding fall season. Coach Madge Anderson reflected, “All the hard work paid off … Continue reading Cross Country Crosses the Finish Line in Style

Rye Country Day Sticks the Landing

Written By: Abigail Smith The Rye Country Day School Varsity Field Hockey Team concluded the 2025 season with a win over Hackley at Manhattanville College, securing the NYSAIS Championship title and proving to be the most dominant team in the league.  From preseason practices in mid-August to the championship in early November, the Wildcats displayed consistency, chemistry, and confidence, finishing the season with a 13-3-1 … Continue reading Rye Country Day Sticks the Landing

Girls Varsity Volleyball Bumped Up the Competition

Written By: Jolie Robinson With the fall season complete, the Rye Country Day School Varsity Volleyball Team concludes a good run and amazing fight. Though holding a 2-8 record, their resilience has been incredible. One of the team’s major successes was their game against the St. Luke’s Storm. The game started strongly with setter Sahana Bhat ‘29 as the first serve. Later in the first … Continue reading Girls Varsity Volleyball Bumped Up the Competition

Boys’ Soccer Season Comes to a Close

Written By: George Brown On November 4th, the Rye Country Day School Boys’ Varsity Soccer Team, led by Coach Alin Andrei, traveled to St. Luke’s with hopes of knocking off the higher seed. They fell just short of their goal. Regarding the 3-5 loss, Captain Richie Morrow ‘26 shared, “It was a great game. We had an up-and-down season, but I think we finished really … Continue reading Boys’ Soccer Season Comes to a Close

Season in Review: Varsity Football’s Biggest Plays

Written By: Sadie Kolodner With their last game on October 31st against Poly Prep Country Day School, the Rye Country Day School Varsity Football Team concluded an outstanding season! The 2025-2026 football team was led by Captains Will Hawkey ‘27, Hank Brown ‘27, Milin Torgalkar ‘26, and Charlie Pearle ‘26, guiding the Wildcats through a total of nine games. At the start of the season, … Continue reading Season in Review: Varsity Football’s Biggest Plays

Clue Delivers a Clever and Captivating Fall Production

Written By: Alexandra Steyn This year’s fall play, Clue, dazzled the Black Box with mystery, intrigue, and nonstop laughs. Through three performances—two evenings with the principal cast and one matinee with the understudies—Clue was a resounding success. The opening night, November 7, brought in a near-sold-out audience, and the seats of the Black Box were packed for the following two performances on November 8. Inspired … Continue reading Clue Delivers a Clever and Captivating Fall Production

Music Students Shine at NYSSMA

Written By: Sahana Bhat Music is an important part of the culture at RCDS, and many students express their talents and passion through choir, band, or orchestra. One of the many ways that the Music Department nurtures and develops the confidence and skills of students, The New York State School Music Association (NYSSMA) offers an opportunity for music students to showcase their talents. By participating … Continue reading Music Students Shine at NYSSMA