An Introduction to the RCDS Upper School
News From Rye Country Day
During my first year at RCDS, something powerful happened that was a turning point in what my work would look like at the School. Students took over my office! They loved the newly renovated space for sure, but this had to do with something much deeper. Many students realized they needed the space. And, I realized I needed to be in as many spaces as I could.
Mr. Perkins spoke about the meaning of serving our country and encouraged students to find their own way to give back and serve their communities.
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about Marine Corps Veteran and RCDS Parent Christopher Perkins Visits the Fourth Grade
The students practiced diligently to hone their individual crafts, and they auditioned with advanced level solos. Being selected for these ensembles is a prestigious honor.
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about RCDS Musicians Receive NY State and Westchester County Honors
Congratulations to the cast and crew of the 2019 Upper School fall play The Untold Yippie Project on a phenomenal performance.
The ranking looked at 5000 high schools across the nation that "offer skilled teachers who keep up with developments in [STEM] fields and who create dynamic learning environments to engage their students."
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about RCDS Ranked among Top 200 STEM High Schools by Newsweek and STEM.org
"I am consistently inspired by the ideas and solutions of both the adults and youth that I've met through the council."
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about Citizenship Spotlight: Youth Advisory Council Member Isabel T. '24
"The jury thought the project was cohesive with a clear design direction. They appreciated the simplicity of the design which elevates the importance of the theater function."
The trip will expose students to important historical moments and provide them with a first-hand sense of the people and places that make this country unique and diverse.
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about Three RCDS Faculty Members Travel to Atlanta, Montgomery, Selma, and Birmingham to Enhance Curriculum and Research a Similar Trip for the Eighth Grade
During the improv class, Julia Lindon '09 guided the group through a number of challenging and entertaining exercises that had them laughing and learning.
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about Julia Lindon '09 Returns to RCDS to Teach Peer Leaders
During the all-day artist visit, students learned about being an illustrator and the various stages of the artistic process, from drafting thumbnail images to publishing final works.
Calendar
Upcoming Events
Understanding Standardized Testing
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MH
LS/MS Conference Day - NO LS/MS CLASSES
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US Student Choreography Showcase
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BBT
Junior/Senior Challenge
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Athletic Fields
Thanksgiving Holiday - School Closed
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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.
Educational Technology
Technology is a pervasive force in education today, touching every aspect of a student’s learning journey.
Health & 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.
