Written By: Izzy Bernie, Sadie Kolodner, Chiara Perkins On November 23, the Athletic Center was transformed into Gotham City, setting the stage for a Batman-themed Fall Formal, where students from all grades celebrated the season in style. Hosted by the 12th-grade student government and supported by administration and faculty members, this year’s event combined decorations, music, and a touch of superhero flair to create an … Continue reading Fall Formal Recap
Written By: Daphné Panie This year’s Junior-Senior Challenge was an engaging and fun event. This annual tradition consisted of a series of challenges in which upperclassmen fought against each other before a winning grade was declared at the end of the day. The ultimate goal of the challenge was to foster “camaraderie within the grades,” said Selena Zhang ‘26, and an opportunity for “some good-natured … Continue reading Junior-Senior Challenge
Written By: Tia Agarwal The Spanish Exchange Program will take place in June, and the participating Spanish students are very excited! The program is hosted by the Modern Languages Department in collaboration with the Oak House School in Barcelona and will take place from May 31 to June 11, 2025. RCDS students will predominantly shadow their student hosts, studying at the school in Spain and … Continue reading Spanish Exchange Program
Written By: Lillian Pereira The rows of books lining the room. The smell of popcorn and pretzels packing the gym. The sounds of excited shoppers, looking to get their holiday gifts early. With all of this around, one can only be in one place: the Holiday Boutique and Book Fair. A Parent Association tradition that has developed since the 1970s, this year’s festivities, co-chaired by … Continue reading Big Fun at the Book Fair
Written By: Mia Herz If you happened to be in New York City on Sunday, November 3rd you might have caught a glimpse of Ms. Farrell, the beloved Science Department Chair and teacher at Rye Country Day School, running the NYC Marathon. To highlight Ms. Farrell’s impressive feat, The Rye Crop is shining a faculty spotlight on her this month For Ms. Farrell, the path … Continue reading Faculty Spotlight on Ms. Farrell
Written By: Sophia Shen Drive, pass, shoot! The Rye Country Day School field hockey team has long been a cornerstone of the school’s athletics and community. For the past four years, current senior Dorel Dunkley ‘25 has been a dedicated player of the varsity team, earning himself a place as one of the team captains his senior year. Like every other player, he loves the … Continue reading Senior Spotlight: Dorel Dunkley
Written By: Chiara Perkins Imagine an opportunity for young students to improve their literacy skills and learn in a nurturing environment with older students where they can grow academically and socially. The Saturday Enrichment and Tutorial (SET) program does just that. Through this Public Purpose initiative, RCDS Upper School students provide additional classroom support to students in the first through the fourth grade from neighboring … Continue reading SET Up for Success: RCDS’ Saturday Enrichment and Tutorial Program
Written By: Isabela Pierry With the holidays fast approaching, Wildcats around the school are gearing up for a season full of cheer, joy, and festive traditions. Students decorate the lounges, wear festive sweaters, and perform in Holly and Folly. But what about RCDS’s faculty members? The Rye Crop interviewed some teachers and coaches about their favorite holiday traditions, and their responses are showcased below. Coach … Continue reading Faculty Holiday Traditions
Written By: Izzy Bernie House Cup, a yearlong tradition started in 2021 by faculty members and students after COVID-19, has quickly become a highlight of the school year. The competition fosters unity throughout the Upper School and sparks friendly rivalry, as houses battle against each other to claim the winning title, bragging rights, and their homeroom’s name engraved on a plaque. Freshmen and new students … Continue reading Building Connections Through Competition
Written By: Alexandra Steyn and Lily Leand Rehearsals for the Upper School fall play are in full swing as the cast prepares for their two performances. The Drama Department first planned to produce The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time, the Tony award-winning stage adaptation of the novel by Mark Haddon. However, difficulties surrounding licensing resulted in a switch to The Veri**on Play, … Continue reading Bringing Comedy to the Stage
