Co-Curriculars

Athletics

Rosslyn Academy enjoys an extensive athletic program which competes in the Association of International Schools League, a league of over 12 schools. Our athletic competition is divided into 3 separate seasons and we field over 20 different teams. Most sports field an “A” and a “B” squad which allows for greater participation and assists with the development of younger players for the tougher competition at the “A” level.

We compete in football, basketball, track and field, volleyball, rugby, swimming and tennis. Over half of our high school student body participates in at least one sport.

Our athletic squads have enjoyed success on the fields of competition which is reflected by the many banners that hang from our gymnasium ceiling. We play to win, but as with all areas of our school, we focus on developing the body, mind and soul of the student-athlete. We believe that how we play matters as much as the final score.

Our coaching staff works to develop character, teamwork and sportsmanship in our athletes. We encourage athletic participation because it teaches virtues such as desire, dedication, discipline and drill as well as builds community with their peers.

Fine Arts

Our theatre department stages two productions each year, with detailed staging, costuming and lighting. Students participate as actors, stage-hands, set designers, lighting and sound technicians, and assistant directors. Months of practice and preparation culminate in multiple nights of sold out shows that speak to the quality of the acting and production.

The art department mounts monthly student shows in the art gallery throughout the year. Paintings, textiles, pottery, woodwork and photography are displayed in the art gallery and the high school office. Students can select from over 8 different art electives ranging from Printmaking to Pottery, and young artists can develop their portfolio at college level though our Advanced Placement art program.

Cultural Field Studies (CFS)

Rosslyn Academy prepares our students for service in the world community. One of the highlights of the each school year is a one-week field placement in locations all across our host country Kenya.

Our Cultural Field Studies program emphasizes cultural experience, education and service. Activities such as living with a Kenyan family for a week or building a house with Habitat for Humanity help connect our students to the Kenya beyond Nairobi, and foster a broader understanding of the world community.