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News From Rye Country Day
RCDS is proud to announce that 14 RCDS seniors were named National Merit Semifinalists! Across the nation, only 1 percent of students who take the PSAT qualify for this honor. Congratulations to the students and to Rye Country Day!
One hundred and forty-six Rye Country Day students were recognized by the College Board's 2018 Advanced Placement Program for their outstanding achievement on the college-level Advanced Placement Exams.
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about 146 RCDS Students Recognized for AP Scores
Season 3, Episode 1
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about Good Morning RCDS! Season 3 Episode 1
hether they scaled across the treetops, took a walk back in time, or simply tried to keep a red ball from falling to the ground, week one orientation activities helped forge relationships among Upper School students and faculty.
There were many smiles this week as students and faculty returned to school and classes. We are so happy to have the Wildcats back on campus. Here's to a fantastic year!
While a number of students have been on campus for pre-season and other before school activities, this week we welcome all students to campus for the start of the 2018-19 school year! To all new students, welcome to Rye Country Day! To all returning students, welcome back!
Twelve Upper School students collaborated with local community organizations to develop and implement innovative projects to address community needs.
Rising senior Allan Houston was named one of Journal News/lohud sports 21st annual Super 11, an award identifying the area's top football talent. Congratulations, Allan!
RCDS kicked off the official start to the 2018-19 school year by welcoming new faculty and staff members to campus for meetings and training sessions. We are excited and honored to have such an impressive cohort joining the RCDS community.
Calendar
Upcoming Events
Day 2
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Gr 1 Parent Math Workshop
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LSDR
MS Curriculum Night
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DR
Day 3
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Gr 6 Field Trip
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Mission and Signature Initiatives
Rye Country Day School is a coeducational, college preparatory school dedicated to providing students from Pre-Kindergarten through Grade 12 with an excellent education using both traditional and innovative approaches. In a nurturing and supportive environment, we offer a challenging program that stimulates individuals to achieve their maximum potential through academic, athletic, creative, and social endeavors. We are actively committed to diversity. We expect and promote moral responsibility and strive to develop strength of character within a respectful school community. Our goal is to foster a lifelong passion for learning, understanding, and service in an ever-changing world.
Mission and Philosophy
Nurturing, responsive, rigorous, and affirming.
Advancing A Tradition Of Excellence
The impact of this campaign will be felt immediately by our students and faculty, and its legacy will endure for generations to come.
Balance & Wellness
A balanced and healthy lifestyle is vital.
Character, Leadership, & Ethics
Who do I want to be? How do I want to live?
Diversity and Inclusion
Our mission states: "We are actively committed to diversity."
Global Studies
Students develop a deep understanding of other perspectives and of themselves.
The Institute for Innovative Teaching and Learning
How might we continue to evolve and innovate in order to provide an excellent education that prepares students for the future?
Public Purpose
Our motto: "Not for Self, but for Service."
S.T.E.A.M.
Using Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math to design solutions.
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Sustainability
We seek to foster understanding of the world around us and to promote moral responsibility as citizens of the planet.
The Arts at Rye Country Day
![All-School Art Exhibition & Spring Film Festival [Photo Gallery]](/data/news/thumbs/1889.large.jpg)
The RCDS Wildcats
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