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
Written By: Sadie Kolodner and Chiara Perkins From June 12 to 22, seventeen students, accompanied by Mr. Leath, Mr. Murray, and Ms. Linderoth, embarked on an unforgettable journey through Peru, exploring the Amazon Rainforest, Andes Mountains, and the historic city of Cusco. Starting in Lima, the group flew to Iquitos, where they boarded boats to navigate the Amazon River, spotting wildlife such as sloths, dolphins, … Continue reading Adventures in the Amazon and Andes
Written By: Chiara Perkins ‘28 The hallways this autumn are full of variety, with students blending different aesthetics into their daily outfits. From trendy and polished outfits to casual and classic styles, campus fashion reflects both individuality and popular trends. “I get most of my style inspiration from Pinterest and Tiktok,” notes Eva Juarez-Lace ‘28. “I love colors like brown, red, and butter yellow—and lately … Continue reading Hallway Runway: Back-to-school trends
Written by Chiara Perkins On February 18, students enrolled in Chinese classes in the Upper School received an unexpected yet thrilling opportunity: a last-minute field trip to watch Ne Zha 2 in theaters. Organized and led by Upper School Chinese teacher Ms. Shang, the trip to AMC Port Chester was a rare chance for students to immerse themselves in Chinese culture through one of the … Continue reading Trip to the Movies with Upper School Chinese Classes
Written by Chiara Perkins As winter sets in, the RCDS Indoor Track and Field team is off to a phenomenal start. Over the past month, athletes have been training tirelessly, balancing workouts on campus, at the Underdome in Mount Vernon, at the Armory, and in the fitness center to ensure peak performance. The team’s hard work is already paying off with some notable accomplishments. The … Continue reading Indoor Track and Field Midseason Report
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: 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
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