Girls Varsity Soccer Preview

Written By: Zara Khemlani The Girl’s Varsity Soccer Team is off to a strong start this season with three wins and a tie under their belt. After winning their opening scrimmage, the team tied their first match against Portledge and went on to win games against Marymount and the French American School. With many seniors graduating last year, the team is very young; seven of … Continue reading Girls Varsity Soccer Preview

Varsity Sailing

Written by Zara Khemlani Since the start of the season, Rye Country Day School’s Varsity Sailing Team has been determined to have a successful season. Led by Coach Clarkson and Captains Connor Rusch ‘25, Josh Greene ‘25, and Alice Rikkers ‘26, the team has been working hard to improve, and the results speak for themselves.  The team competed in the Fleet Race League Qualifier on … Continue reading Varsity Sailing

Boys Varsity Tennis

Written by Zara Khemlani This spring, the Rye Country Day School’s Boys Varsity Tennis Team has been gearing up for a thrilling and competitive season. In early March, the team went on an intensive training trip in Hilton Head, South Carolina, where they practiced for seven hours per day. Guided by Coach Shea, Coach Smith, and captains Darren Wong ‘26, Lincoln Feng ‘26, and Francisco … Continue reading Boys Varsity Tennis

Rye Country Day School’s New Sustainability Initiative: ZEUS

Written By: Zara Khemlani  On the Rye Country Day School campus, a new anaerobic digester, nicknamed ZEUS, will help turn student and faculty food waste into a fertilizer called “Soil Sauce.” ZEUS stands for Zero Emission Upcycling System, and the school is partnering with Ecotone Renewables, an agriculture service based in Pennsylvania, to maintain the composter. The company’s initiative is to “Empower Sustainable Communities” and … Continue reading Rye Country Day School’s New Sustainability Initiative: ZEUS

Girls Varsity Ice Hockey Midseason Report

Written by Zara Khemlani The Rye Country Day School Girls Varsity Ice Hockey team has had a remarkable winter season, with a record of 7 wins and 2 exhilarating ties. Led by their accomplished captains, Julia Heintz ‘25 and Freya Collins ‘26, the team has made significant strides. Heintz reflected on the season so far and highlighted some of the team’s victories. She shared, “2 … Continue reading Girls Varsity Ice Hockey Midseason Report

Rye Country Day School’s Girls Varsity Ice Hockey Start of Season Report

Written By: Zara Khemlani As the 2024-2025 winter season begins, the Rye Country Day School’s Girls Varsity Ice Hockey Team is preparing for a competitive and exciting season. This year, captains Julia Heintz ‘25 and Freya Collins ‘26 bring both leadership and skill to the rink and are ready to guide the team. “I’m personally looking forward to our game against GCDS because in the … Continue reading Rye Country Day School’s Girls Varsity Ice Hockey Start of Season Report

Festival Choir Preview

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

Debate Competition Recap 

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 

Volleyball Midseason Report

Written by Zara Khemlani As the fall season progresses, the Girls Varsity Volleyball Team maintains an impressive record of 11-2. Under the leadership of new head coach Owen Carey, the team has shown immense growth and determination on the court. Captains Autumn Tombline ‘25 and Gabriela Schlumberger ‘25 have been key players, not only due to their skills on the court but also their ability … Continue reading Volleyball Midseason Report