Category: Events

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Community Engagement Fellowship Symposium

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

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RCDS Clubs Come Alive at the Activities Fair

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

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Senior Class Off-Campus Privilege

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

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Faculty Get in the Fall Spirit

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

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Revival of Wildcat Pride

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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Falling for Fall

Written By: Sadie Kolodner  As the leaves begin to change and the air cools, people start to cherish the last days of summer—but the colder weather brings new excitement. With winter jackets making their appearance back on the coat rack and Halloween costumes appearing around the house, the fall festivities begin. If you haven’t participated in any of the fall traditions or embraced the autumn … Continue reading Falling for Fall

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No Tricks, Just Trends

Written By: Chiara Perkins As October 31st creeps closer, students prepare for a night of costumes, candy, and chaos. This sparks some questions: How do high schoolers celebrate Halloween today? Are childhood traditions fading?  For many, Halloween still revolves around candy. “I’m not really sure if chocolate counts as a candy,” said Sierra Harris ‘28, “but I would probably say Snickers or Kit-Kats are my … Continue reading No Tricks, Just Trends

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New Year on the Block

Written By: Daphné Panie Last weekend, on Sunday, September 14th, the annual RCDS Block Party took place. It is a joyful and exciting event, full of music, laughter, and energy, that brings the entire RCDS community together to celebrate the start of school.  Acting as a launching point for another exciting year, it welcomes both new and returning families for an afternoon filled with food, … Continue reading New Year on the Block

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Bonding Beyond the Classroom

Written By: Molly Hart Kicking off the 2025-2026 school year with adventure instead of academics, the sophomore and junior classes headed out on their annual overnight trips. Designed to help students bond within their grade and start the year on a positive note, these trips have become a tradition many look forward to. The sophomore class packed their bags for the Poconos in northeastern Pennsylvania, … Continue reading Bonding Beyond the Classroom

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