Welcome to The Rumson Country Day School!
We are thrilled to welcome you into the RCDS family and introduce you to all aspects that make our school so special. We are here to make your transition as smooth as possible. Please see below for some important information that will welcome and introduce you to our community! Feel free to reach out to Director of Admission, Tracey Wetmore at twetmore@rcds.org with any questions.
- 2022-2023 Tentative School Calendar - Major Dates
- Dress Code Guidelines
- Health Forms and Information
- Bus Forms
- Summer Reading Lists
- School Store
- Executive Parent Council
2022-2023 Tentative School Calendar - Major Dates
2022-2023 Tentative School Calendar Major Dates*
August 29: Faculty Meetings Begin
September 1: New Student & Beginners Orientation
September 6: School Begins for Beginners–8th Grade (12:30 PM Dismissal)
September 8: School Begins for Early Childhood
September 26: No School – Rosh Hashanah
October 5: No School – Yom Kippur
October 21: No School for Students - Parent/Teacher Conferences
November 21-25: No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 21 & 22: Faculty in for Professional Development
December 19: Winter Break Begins
January 3: School Reopens
January 16: No School - Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
February 3: No School for Beginners-4th Grade - Parent Teacher Conferences
February 20 & 21: No School - Presidents’ Day & Phi Beta Kappa Day
March 8: No School for Upper School – Student Led Conferences
March 13: Spring Break Begins
March 27: School Reopens
April 7: No School - Good Friday
May 5: No School for Beginners-4th Grade – Parent Teacher Conferences
May 29: No School - Memorial Day
June 5: 12:30 PM Dismissal Begins for the Last Week of School
June 8: Last Day for Early Childhood
June 9: Last Day of School for Beginners - 8th Grade | Class Day** | Commencement
*Dates subject to change.
**School is dismissed at the end of Class Day (approx. 9:30/10 AM) Bussing is provided to school only. Parents provide transportation home at the end of Class Day. There is no child care on the last day of school.
Dress Code Guidelines
Dress Code Guidelines
Vendors: Our uniform vendors are Lands' End (School Code: 9000-8558-0) and Corey Uniform (School Code: 718-967-1388). For a list of approved uniform items, please reference the lists below by grade level. These lists are meant for quick reference. Please visit Lands' End and Corey Uniform online for a more comprehensive listing. Please keep in mind that shirts, sweaters and vests must be embroidered with the school logo.
Gently Worn Uniform Store: The GWUS provides uniforms for our students at a fraction of the price. As children grow out of sizes, parents donate items to the Gently Worn Uniform Store, which are then sold to our greater school community. If you would like to visit the GWUS , please contact our parent volunteers at gwus@rcds.org to set up an appointment.
Popular Shoe Options:
Loafers (brown or black)
Mary Janes (brown or black)
Merrell Jungle Moc
OluKai: Moloa
Sperry: Gamefish, Tevin, Bahama or Songfish
Vans: Classic Slip-on (blue or black solid)
Lower School Girls (Beginners-4th Grade)
| Item | Style | Color |
|---|---|---|
| Polo Shirt | Mesh or Interlock (long and short sleeved) | White, Evergreen, Navy, Maize, Pink |
| Sweater | Cardigan, Zip Front, or V-Neck | Evergreen, Navy, Maize (cardigan only) |
| Fleece Jacket | Full or Quarter Zip | Evergreen |
| Jumper | Pleat or Solid | Navy, Khaki |
| Skirt | Pleated, A-Line, or Skort | Navy, Khaki, Green |
| Formal Skirt | Corey Plaid | Gordon Plaid |
| Shorts/Pants | Chino (any brand) | Navy, Khaki |
| Socks | Crew or Knee-High | Navy, White |
Lower School Boys (Beginners-4th Grade)
| Item | Style | Color |
|---|---|---|
| Polo Shirt | Mesh or Interlock (long and short sleeved) | White, Evergreen, Navy, Maize, Pink |
| Sweater | Crew, Full Zip, or V-Neck | Evergreen, Navy |
| Fleece Jacket | Full or Quarter Zip | Evergreen |
| Shorts/Pants | Chino (any brand) | Navy, Khaki |
| Socks | Crew or Ankle | White, Navy (no logos) |
Upper School Girls (5th-8th Grade)
| Item | Style | Color |
|---|---|---|
| Polo Shirt | Mesh or Interlock (long and short sleeved) | White, Evergreen, Navy, Maize, Pink |
| Sweater | Cardigan, Zip Front, or V-Neck | Evergreen, Navy, Maize (cardigan only) |
| Fleece Jacket | Full or Quarter Zip | Evergreen |
| Jumper | Pleat or Solid | Navy, Khaki |
| Skirt | Pleated, A-Line, or Skort | Navy, Khaki, Green |
| Formal Skirt | Corey Plaid | Gordon Plaid |
| Shorts/Pants | Chino (any brand) | Navy, Khaki |
| Socks | Crew or Knee-High | Navy, White |
Upper School Boys (5th-8th Grade)
| Item | Style | Color |
|---|---|---|
| Polo Shirt | Mesh or Interlock (long and short sleeved) | White, Evergreen, Navy, Maize, Pink |
| Oxford Dress Shirt | Long or Short Sleeve | White, Blue |
| Blazer | Navy | |
| Sweater | Crew, Full Zip, or V-Neck | Evergreen, Navy |
| Sweater Vest | V-Neck | Evergreen, Navy, Maize |
| Fleece Jacket | Full or Quarter Zip | Evergreen |
| Shorts/Pants | Chino (any brand) | Navy, Khaki |
| Socks | Crew or Ankle | White, Navy (no logos) |
| Tie | Any Style | Any Color or Pattern |
Health Forms and Information
Health Forms and Information
Welcome to Rumson Country Day School! I am looking forward to meeting you and your children, but in the meantime I have some information that might help you get started in your enrollment process.
At RCDS we use a web based medical records system called Magnus where you will find all the necessary forms and requirements to fill out for the school year. Once I am able to create an account for your student, I will send you a welcome email from Magnus with a username and password. This will allow you to log in and create a new username and password that is private. You can print out the forms, have them filled out where necessary, then scan and upload them back to Magnus, or send to Magnus by fax. There are also several questions/requirements for you to complete in the account as well, and I am always available to help should you have any questions.
For now, you can download the physical forms below that will be required to be filled out by your pediatrician at their annual physical. Physicals are good for one calendar year and are required to participate in gym, sports, and class trips. I hope you and your family have a safe and healthy summer, and I look forward to seeing you at RCDS!
Click here to download the Nursery-4th Grade Physical Form.Click here to download the 5th-8th Grade Physical Form.
Bus Forms
All students in Beginners-8th grade for the 2022-2023 school year must submit a B6T form to Alana Kirman in the main office.
You will be notified by your public high school sending district or the county (MOESC) as to your eligibility for bussing or aid in lieu of bussing by mid to late August.
Please note that there are two links to B6T forms below. One is for families living in Rumson or Fair Haven. The other form is for families living in any other town. If you do not want bussing, please place an X in the highlighted notation on the top right corner of the form.
Click here to download the form for Rumson/Fair Haven Families.
Click here to download the form Families in all other towns.
Summer Reading Lists
School Store
Executive Parent Council
Parent Council
We are so fortunate to be a part of a caring community that wants to support our school and, of course, our children. The volunteer efforts of the Parent Council enable RCDS to host myriad events each school year.
Click here to learn more about Parent Council events, initiatives and volunteer opportunities.
