Our Principals and Assistant Principals work together and with the RCSD administration to support students, families, teachers, and staff and to fulfill the tenets of The Rye Commitment.
See below for more information about our administrators.
Andrew Hara is in his third year as principal of Rye High School and brings more than 20 years of experience in education as a social studies teacher, basketball coach, and school leader. His career in education has included work in Boston, the Dominican Republic, New York City, and Yonkers.
Mr. Hara began his career as a social studies teacher and basketball coach before moving into school administration. Throughout his career, he has remained committed to building strong relationships, supporting students, and creating school communities where all students are known, valued, and challenged to reach their full potential. He believes that high expectations, meaningful relationships, and a strong sense of belonging provide the foundation for student success.
Mr. Hara earned his undergraduate and graduate degrees from Tufts University. He grew up in the San Francisco Bay Area and is fluent in Spanish. He lives in Westchester with his wife and three children.
Mr. Hara is honored to serve as principal of Rye High School and is committed to building on the school's strong academic tradition while continuing to strengthen a culture of belonging, curiosity, character, service, and care for others.
Cody is passionate about fostering academic rigor, meaningful relationships, and inclusive, innovative learning experiences.
Dr. Cody Blume is excited to continue serving the Rye community as Assistant Principal. Cody joined the Rye City School District in 2016, teaching social studies at both the middle school and high school levels. He has served as the Social Studies Department Coordinator (6-12) from 2022-2023 and International Baccalaureate Programme Coordinator from 2023-2025.
Cody holds a B.A. in History and Secondary Education and an M.A. in History from St. John’s University, as well as an M.S. in Guidance and Counseling from the College of New Rochelle. He earned his Doctorate in Educational Leadership from Manhattanville University, where his research focused on the impact of active learning environments and 21st-century skill development on student self-efficacy.
Cody is passionate about fostering academic rigor, meaningful relationships, and inclusive, innovative learning experiences. He believes in the power of schools to not only challenge students academically but also to support them in becoming confident, capable, and compassionate individuals.
Eunice Chao-Forest joins us with over 18 years of experience at public schools in new york city.
Eunice Chao-Forest joined the Rye community with over 18 years of experience at public schools in New York City, most recently at the Bronx Academy of Letters, where she had been Assistant Principal for the past six years.
Eunice began her career in education as a Teach for America corps member teaching high school chemistry and biology before becoming Resident Principal at Bronx Expeditionary Learning High School as part of a year-long school leadership training program, called New Leaders for New Schools.
Eunice has a B.A. from Columbia University and an M.S. in Secondary Science Education from Pace University. She also earned a School Building Leader Certificate from Baruch College. Beyond her professional work, Eunice is a competitive tennis player, a former Division I collegiate athlete, and an accomplished concert pianist. She is fluent in Mandarin and proficient in Spanish and lives in Scarsdale with her husband and four children.
Eunice is deeply committed not only to academic excellence and student success but also to creating a school environment where students feel valued, challenged, and joyful in their learning.
As Supervisor of Secondary Special Education, I am honored to work alongside building administration to continue to enhance our Special Education programs and services!
At the heart of our work is a deep commitment to fostering an inclusive learning environment that directly supports the core beliefs and values of The Rye Commitment.
We believe every student can thrive, regardless of their unique abilities or challenges, and work to create supportive and equitable opportunities for all learners. I look forward to continuing to collaborate with the administration, faculty, staff, students, parents/guardians, and the community. Together, we can create an inclusive educational landscape where every student can flourish.
