Written By: Georgina Murphy Whether she is making art, dancing, or learning about the methodology of how authors come up with dystopian worlds, Emilia Allison ‘26 is always up to something. Allison started RCDS in 9th grade and has always loved the school and its community. One important aspect of her life that has always stayed with Allison is her passion for art. Her work … Continue reading Art by Allison
Written By: Georgina Murphy Due to Upper School Humanities Teacher Ms. Steele’s leave of absence, Mr. Wieman, who has a storied background at RCDS, has stepped in for her and is teaching her tenth and eleventh grade AP United States History classes. Wieman first started working at RCDS in 1984, teaching ninth grade World History and United States History. Throughout his 38 years of teaching … Continue reading Wieman Makes History Again
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
