Written By: Makayla Wolins As the school year gets into full swing, student government (StuGo) is hard at work making improvements to daily life at RCDS. From adding a froyo topping station to installing a drink vending machine in the athletics center, student government members across all grades are full of determination and fresh ideas. Senior class president, Selena Zhang ’26, is dedicated to improving … Continue reading Student Government Goals
Written By: Madeleine Stokes It’s that time of year again: the season changes, the air gets colder, the leaves turn a sunset of colors, and all we want to do all day is stay at home with a candle burning. However, the start of October always brings about the official start of school, when workloads begin to increase and tests arise for every subject. So, … Continue reading Inking Their Way Through October
Written By: Sophia Maldonado Each year, from September 15th to October 15th, people around the world celebrate Latine Heritage month. This month of celebration gives schools across the country the opportunity to honor cultures, histories, and contributions of Hispanic and Latinos. Here at Rye Country Day School, this celebration goes beyond decorations or announcements; it creates spaces for education, connection, and pride in identity. Assistant … Continue reading Celebrating Latine Heratige
Written By: Camila Reyna Wildcat Weekend took place this year on Friday, October 17 and Saturday, October 18, and included many fun and spirited activities. Leading up to this exciting weekend, students in Lower, Middle, and Upper School are invited to participate in Spirit Week. During Spirit Week, which is organized by the Spirit Representatives, students dress up every day of the week according to … Continue reading Celebrating Wildcat Weekend
Written By: Georgina Murphy In order to celebrate and showcase RCDS students’ summers of hardwork, dedication, and community service, RCDS hosted their annual Community Engagement Fellowship Symposium on September 30. The Community Engagement Fellowship (CEF), which was founded eleven years ago, started as an E.E. Ford Grant, given to RCDS in order for students to try and create sustainable and effective projects with a local … Continue reading Community Engagement Fellowship Symposium
Written By: Daphné Panie This year, the fall play is Clue, a murder mystery-comedy inspired by the well-known board game of the same name. The show is set in a large mansion near Washington, DC. The six guests arrive, and it is revealed that they are all being blackmailed by the host. Soon after, the host is discovered dead and so begins a series of … Continue reading The Fall Play: Clue
Written By: Zara Khemlani Each fall, the Activities Fair marks one of the most energetic traditions in the Upper School. Taking place in early September, the fair gives every club at Rye Country Day the chance to showcase their clubs and invite new members to join. Although it is only half an hour, the Activities Fair is a tradition that many students look forward to. … Continue reading RCDS Clubs Come Alive at the Activities Fair
Written By: Olivia Pierry The highly anticipated and awaited senior year has finally arrived for the class of 2026. With it comes many fun traditions, one of which being off-campus privileges. This allows seniors to leave the school at any moment of the day if they don’t have any academic commitments, such as class or community time. The only exception to the rule listed above … Continue reading Senior Class Off-Campus Privilege
Written By: Helena Pierry When the leaves change color and the world takes on a golden hue, we know autumn has arrived. With fall comes an abundance of traditions that bring communities together. Whether that be apple picking with your family and friends, watching Rye Country Day’s fall play, or participating in the school’s Halloween costume competition, fall never fails to pack up one’s schedule. … Continue reading Faculty Get in the Fall Spirit
Written By: Maya Chachra It’s that time of year again when excitement fills the halls and everyone is buzzing with school spirit. Fall is in full swing, and students are eager to cheer on their classmates at games, show off their Wildcat pride, and enjoy the perfect, crisp weather for football, soccer, and other fall sports. This season has already brought a surge of enthusiasm … Continue reading Revival of Wildcat Pride
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