Written By Olivia Pierry While the weather may still feel like summer, the end of August symbolizes the beginning of the 2026-2027 Rye Country Day school. For some, that may look like attending practice every morning; for others, it may mean finalizing summer work; and for those on the robotics team, it means attending robotics preseason. Led by faculty advisors Mr. Cruté and Ms. Rosell … Continue reading Building for the Robotics Season
Written By Zara Khemlani The Girls’ Varsity Volleyball team has started off the season undefeated, with two 3-0 victories against both Albany Academy and the Long Island Lutheran High School. Led by Coach Guilherme Vieira Lima and Coach Jacob Childress, the team is looking forward to an exciting and eventful fall season. When reflecting on pre-season, Captain Maleah Dunkley ‘27 shared the importance of the … Continue reading A Spike in the Right Direction
By Olivia Pierry The blooming flowers and chirping birds indicate the bleak and bitter winter is finally over. With this change of seasons, the activities of RCDS students shift as well. Zara Khemlani ‘27 talks about her favorite parks that come alive in the spring, highlighting the Rye Nature Center and the Edith Read Natural Park and Wildlife Sanctuary. She states how she and her … Continue reading April Showers Bring May Flowers
Zara Khemlani Over spring break, a team of students from Rye Country Day School’s science research program presented their projects at the Westchester Science and Engineering Fair, or WESEF, one of the largest science research fairs in our area. RCDS’ entries comprised thirteen of the 900 projects entered, and the team certainly left their mark on the research competition. Eleven students received awards for their … Continue reading RCDS Takes on the Olympics of Science Research
By Alexandra Steyn On Saturday, April 18, the Model United Nations club hosted Rye Country Day School’s first conference on campus. Delegations from local public and private schools, including Holy Child, King, Sacred Heart, Scarsdale High School, and Rye High School, convened on the RCDS campus for a nine-hour marathon of committee meetings. Students could choose from six committees with a variety of topics, from … Continue reading Modeling Courage and Connection at Model UN
By Makayla Wolins and Sahana Bhat This year, the annual Model United Nations (MUN) trip took place from January 22nd to January 25th. Although cut a day short by the snowstorm, delegates in RCDS’ Model United Nations club travelled to Philadelphia, where they participated in five committee sessions to discuss a wide range of global and historical issues. Students debated pressing challenges, but also had … Continue reading A Look at the Model United Nations Trip
Written By: Camila Reyna When considering all of the clubs at RCDS, Model UN is considerably one of the most unique options that students can participate in. This club, which usually meets in Memorial Hall and is led by Zara Khemlani ‘27 and Kevin Neilinger ‘27, will prepare members for conferences, where they will represent a certain country and an issue that pertains to it. … Continue reading Club Spotlight: Model UN
Written By: Zara Khemlani Each year, the Athletics Department at RCDS hosts the Fall Sports Awards, recognizing varsity athletes for their incredible accomplishments and dedication throughout the fall season. On Thursday, November 13th, athletes were honored with awards including All-League Honors, Coaches Awards, Wildcat Awards, and more. Several teams, including Cross Country, Field Hockey, Football, Soccer, and Volleyball celebrated during the evening with students, families, … Continue reading That’s a Wrap: Fall Sports Awards
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
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
