Academic World Quest

RCSA Middle-High competed in the 20th annual Admiral Jonathan T. Howe Academic World Quest sponsored by the World Affairs Council of Jacksonville. Academic WorldQuest, is a flagship program of the World Affairs Council network, is a team game testing competitors’ knowledge of international affairs, geography, history, and culture. This year the teams were challenged on…

RCSA Middle-High Science Olympiad Regional Champions

Our Science Olympiad Middle and High School teams delivered an incredible performance at the Regional Tournament, earning the title of Regional Champions for the 5th year in a row with truly dominant results. In the High School Division, competing against 30 teams, In the Middle School Division, among 19 competing teams, Our high school teams…

RCSA Middle-High Model UN Trip – New York!

Our students got the full New York experience – riding the subway, eating from food carts, visiting the Statue of Liberty, and ice skating at the Rockefeller Center.  They competed against students from all over the country and abroad, tackling the issues of Investing in the Future: Youth as Human Capital, the Driving Force of…

National Merit Scholarship Finalists

We proudly congratulate Joyce Tahhan, Markus Keller-Karatsonyi, and Cole Carin for being named National Merit Scholarship Finalists, one of the highest academic honors for high school students in the United States. This prestigious recognition reflects their exceptional academic achievement, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We are proud to celebrate their success and the example they set for…

Academic Excellence Recognized: Dana Aljubouri Joins the University of Florida

We are proud to share the exciting news that Dana Aljubouri, a senior at River City Science Academy Middle-High, has been accepted to the University of Florida, one of the nation’s most respected and prestigious universities. Dana’s high school journey has been truly outstanding. Throughout her time at RCSA, she has demonstrated exceptional academic dedication…

STEM Day at the Florida Capital Advocates for STEM Education

Shares How Science Centers Inspire Growth in Florida’s Technological Workforce Thursday, February 26, 2026: 10 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. RCSA has joined with Orlando Science Center and other STEM advocates to assemble in Tallahassee for STEM Day at the Florida Capitol on Thursday, February 26. STEM Day is a dynamic event where museums, science centers,…

The Science of Staying Safe This Spring

E-Bikes, Growing Brains, and What Every RCSA Parent Should Know Spring at River City Science Academy means one thing: everyone suddenly wants to ride to school. But this year, it’s not just regular bikes – it’s e-bikes. And if you’re a parent watching your kid zoom off at 20+ mph, you’re probably feeling… concerned. Here’s…

Celebrating Lyan Rawahneh’s Acceptance to Florida State University

We are proud to share the wonderful news that Lyan Rawahneh, a senior at River City Science Academy Middle-High, has been accepted to Florida State University, one of Florida’s most respected and highly regarded public universities. Lyan’s high school journey has been truly impressive. Throughout her time at RCSA, she has demonstrated outstanding academic dedication…

Celebrating Markus Keller-Karatsonyi’s Extraordinary Achievement

We are proud to share the exciting news that Markus Keller-Karatsonyi, a senior at River City Science Academy Middle-High, has been accepted to the University of Florida, one of the nation’s most respected and prestigious universities. Markus’s high school journey has been truly exceptional. As the valedictorian of his graduating class, he has demonstrated outstanding…

Joyce Tahhan’s Exceptional Journey to the University of Florida

We are proud to share the exciting news that Joyce Tahhan, a senior at River City Science Academy Middle-High, has been accepted to the University of Florida, one of the nation’s most respected and prestigious universities. Joyce’s high school journey has been truly outstanding. Throughout her time at RCSA, she has demonstrated exceptional academic dedication…