RCDS Announces Capital Campaign: Our Best Endeavor

The Rumson Country Day School (RCDS) is proud to announce the launch of its first capital campaign in 15 years, Our Best Endeavor: The Second Century Campaign for RCDS. The transformative initiative is designed to modernize campus facilities and position the School for continued excellence in its second century. As RCDS approaches its 100th anniversary, the campaign reflects a commitment to ensuring that its physical spaces are on par with the strength of its distinguished academic and extracurricular programs.

“Our Best Endeavor represents both a celebration of our legacy and an investment in our future,” said Head of School Carson T. Smith. “While we will always honor the principles and traditions that have long characterized a Rumson Country Day School education – ideals that have served generations of alumni well – we also recognize the need to prepare our students for the world that they will enter when they graduate from RCDS.”

Phase I of the project, which was self-funded, has already benefited students since it was unveiled in the fall of 2024. Those upgrades include the creation of an Innovation Lab equipped with cutting-edge technology, a spectacular new library, and a professional-grade Woodshop.

The first visible work of Phase II began over Spring Break in March, with demolition in key areas of the Upper School. Classes typically held in these spaces were thoughtfully relocated, ensuring continuity in the high standard of teaching and learning that defines the RCDS experience. This work marked the start of a series of campus enhancements that will unfold over the next year and half.

Campaign priorities include:

• Modernization of Upper School classrooms to strengthen 21^st century skills
• A New State-of-the-Art Athletic Arena to advance athletics and physical education
• The creation of a Multipurpose Atrium to elevate community
• Renovation of the historic Chad Small Family Dining Room to honor tradition

Early momentum is already building, with a small group of families making leadership-level commitments. Their generosity has helped launch the campaign and inspire broader community participation.

For more information about the campaign or to learn how to support Our Best Endeavor, visit www.rcds.org/bestendeavor or contact the RCDS Advancement Office.