Wriiten by Molly Hart There’s a charged energy in the air this spring as the varsity softball team takes the field; cleats pounding, bats cracking, and attitudes elevated. Having already experienced a season filled with growth, determination, and a taste of success, the Wildcats are marching forward with confidence and purpose. Beginning the season with an excursion to IMG Academy in Bradenton, Florida, the team … Continue reading Varsity Softball Season Begins
Written by Isa Pierry Apt in six different instruments (piano, clarinet, guitar, saxophone, trumpet, and drums), senior Justin Suquilanda is a music lover and musician at his core. Starting Rye Country Day School in 7th grade, Suquilanda has always felt that the Music Department has been an essential part of his education in the Middle and Upper School. As a senior, many of his classes … Continue reading Just-in Time for a Spotlight on Justin Suquilanda
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 Isa Pierry On February 7 from 5:00 to 8:00 pm, the Jewish Community Circle (JCC) will be hosting its first Shabbat, a weekly holiday that celebrates Saturday as the Jewish day of rest. Hosted by student leaders Maya Maymin ‘27, Alexandra Steyn ‘27, and Chase Talpins ‘27 and faculty advisors Dr. Levey, Ms. Klarfeld, and Dr. Katz, this Shabbat aims at uniting the … Continue reading First On Campus Shabbat
Written by Isa Pierry On the evening of Friday the 17, the RCDS hockey rink roared to life when the Rye Country Day Wildcats beat the Rye High Garnets on a thrilling overtime goal. Although it is unclear if Paul Heintz ‘27 or Jacob Tucznio ‘27, off an assist from Lachlan Bommer ‘25, slotted the puck into the back of the net, it is undeniable … Continue reading Boys Hockey Scores Big in Cross-Town ‘Rye-valry’ Victory
Written by Isa Pierry Leader of both the Art Club and Sustainable Fashion Club, senior Sophia Lynch is no stranger to the arts. Over the past four years at Rye Country Day School, Lynch has continued to grow and develop this interest, specifically in fashion design, through the classes and extracurriculars she undertakes. Lynch’s passion developed naturally. She recounts how she started knitting and crocheting … Continue reading Senior Spotlight: Sew-phia Lynch
Written By: Zara Khemlani Last month, the Rye Country Day School Debate Team held their first conference with a mix of private and independent schools, and a few independent debaters. In all, there were about 250 individuals who came together to make this event possible, and 144 students who participated in the debate. Isa Pierry ‘25 and Amelie Goacher ‘25 are the captains of the … Continue reading Debate Competition Recap
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