Written by Bella Wise With a current record of 7-2 overall and ranked second in the FAAs, the Boys Varsity Baseball team is ‘cooking’ this season (or, as Colin Lauri ‘25 put it, “the ’Cats are sizzling.”). Despite losing five of their top pitchers due to injuries (Ollie Smith ‘26, Blake James ‘25, Jackson Koslow ‘26, Nico Stefanoni ‘25, and Ethan Shales ‘25), the Wildcats … Continue reading No Pitchers? No Problem.
Written by Colin Lauri The culture of RCDS is very simple: excellence, especially in the realm of academics. Students are expected to maintain great grades in a rigorous course load of 6, 7, or even 8 work-bearing classes at a time. Sounds like a lot, right? Now throw in the countless extra-curricular activities students have to manage as well. Sports, both in and outside of … Continue reading Moving Tests: A Moment of Empathy
Written by Isa Pierry Following the productions of The Addams Family two years ago and Into the Woods last winter, this year’s musical Head Over Heels did not disappoint. With lyrics taken from the 80s band The Go-Go’s, the production was infused with infectious and electric tunes that had the audience dancing in their seats. The musical’s opening night, on February 21, welcomed a crowded … Continue reading Falling Head Over Heels for the Winter Musical
Written by Lillian Pereira Of the many opportunities offered to the students of Rye Country Day School during the winter season, none are as theatrical as the upcoming school musical. With lyrics taken from 80s rock group The Go-Gos, Head Over Heels, our winter musical, is shaking up to be one for the ages. Based on the play The Countess of Pembroke’s Arcadia by 16th-century … Continue reading Tights, Knights, and Go-Go’s Delights: RCDS Goes Totally Head Over Heels!
Written by Bella Wise Varsity Football’s championship game saw a rematch of this season’s closest game against Pingry. Earlier in the season, the Wildcats faced the Big Blue Bears and fought valiantly in a game that resulted in a 15-14 loss. This game showcased great performances from the RCDS upperclassmen: Captain Colin Lauri ‘25 threw for 150 yards and two touchdown passes; Captain Amir Hogans … Continue reading Wildcats Fall Short in a Nail Biting Game Against Pingry
Written By: Zara Khemlani “We tell each other stories so that we will remember. Try and find the meaning in the living of our days.” – Craig Hella Johnson This January, the Rye Country Day School Upper School Concert Choir, in combination with faculty members, alumni, and parents, will be performing Considering Matthew Shepard for the 30th Annual Festival Chorus Concert. Led by Ms. Marcell, … Continue reading Festival Choir Preview
Written by Bella Wise CROP decided to do a special interview segment with a few of the Varsity Football Captains, Blake James ‘25 (LB/OL), Colin Lauri ‘25 (QB), Zander Stempel ‘25 (DE/OL), and Chris Emmet ‘25 (RB/DB). All have been playing football in their respective positions since they were five years old. CROP: Is there a coach or athlete that you look up to as … Continue reading From Huddle to Muddle: A Sideline Chat
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