Written By: Abigail Smith For many Rye Country Day School students, learning to drive is a major step toward independence. It is what many kids look forward to when they turn sixteen. However, RCDS does not currently offer a driver’s education course. The lack of this course has raised questions about whether it was ever offered at RCDS, why it is no longer available, and … Continue reading The Road to Driver’s Ed
Written By: Chaim Sciamma For most classes at RCDS, students are required to purchase physical textbooks, despite the fact that assignments and resources are online. Physical textbooks are intended to provide a structured way to access class material, allowing for handwritten notes and highlighting; however, the cost and physical burden of using them have caused frustration among students. Physical textbooks have their benefits. They don’t … Continue reading Why Do We Need Physical Textbooks?
Written By: Daphné Panié As Artificial Intelligence (AI) becomes increasingly present in our everyday lives, students integrate it into their school activities in a variety of ways. AI is no longer a futuristic, unrealistic tool only seen in movies, but is becoming part of how students study, research, and complete their homework. From clarifying difficult concepts to creating presentations, AI tools are becoming omnipresent in … Continue reading Navigating the Rise of AI at RCDS
Written By: Lillian Pereira While the RCDS robotics team,Vex Robotics Competition (VRC) Team, didn’t reach the level of performance they wished for in their recent competitions, they are preparing for a better performance in their next competition. Vex competitions are simple on paper; two teams of two alliances compete against each other in a chosen type of robot battle, which changes every year. As stated … Continue reading RCDS Robotics Team Gears Up for a Comeback
Written By: Georgina Murphy When the air starts to get cold, flakes of snow begin to fall, and tests start to pile on, it can only mean one thing: Winter Break is coming. And if Winter Break is coming, then naturally, the annual RCDS Upper school Holly and Folly show is around the corner. As we recently saw, there were many memorable moments from 2025’s … Continue reading The Hollies and Follies of RCDS
Written By: Alexandra Steyn On Thursday, January 8, Rye Country Day hosted the Parsons Dance Company for the fifteenth annual Strong Family Dance Concert. An energetic event, the concert lasted forty-five minutes and featured five dances, including two group numbers and three solos. It served to expose students to contemporary forms of dance they may not have access to in their daily lives. The concert … Continue reading Parsons Company Dances Through Expectations
Written By: Kayla Rosen and Lila Al-Omoush Every winter, the Festival Chorus brings together singers from across generations for a powerful musical experience. Held at Rye Presbyterian Church, the concert unites the Upper School Choir with parents, alumni, faculty, and community members of all ages. Rehearsing and performing side by side creates a sense of connection that extends beyond the school itself. After the performance, … Continue reading Festival Chorus Hits All the Notes
Written By: Makayla Wolins The winter choreography showcase took place on November 19th and consisted of dance pieces choreographed by RCDS students. The dances exhibited creativity, perseverance, and expression. Performers and audiences alike enjoyed the show. Mr. Fearon, the new Middle and Upper School Dance Teacher, is thrilled for a great year of dance. He really enjoyed getting to know the Cedar Street Dance Company … Continue reading Winter Choreography Showcase
Written By: Helena Pierry Every year, Rye Country Day produces a winter musical, providing an opportunity for friends to gather and watch their classmates showcase their talents. This year, the chosen musical is Les Misérables. Taking place in 19th century France, Les Misérables is a musical that follows Jean Valjean’s life after being released from 19 years in prison. Valjean goes on a journey to … Continue reading Les Misérables Sets the Stage for Success
Written By: Maddie Stokes and Aarshia Pandey On November 22, 2025, Rye Country Day hosted its second annual Fall Formal for Upper School students. The formal was orchestrated by faculty members, including Mr. Kyle, and Student Body President Nola Coady ‘26. This year, the theme was chosen as Masquerade by the high school students. Despite the formal being a new tradition, it has already become … Continue reading Lighting up the Dance Floor at the Fall Formal
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