The Trunk or Treat and Boo Bash are coming up on October 30th, and we need your help to make this fun night a success! We're looking for businesses and people to sign up for our Trunk or Treat. If you're interested, please contact our front office. 🎃👻
🏈❤️🖤 IT’S GAME DAY, CARDINALS! 🖤❤️🏈
Dryden Varsity Football hits the road today to take on Byron! Bring your Cardinal pride and help cheer our team on! 📣
📅 Saturday, October 3
📍 At Byron
⏰ Kickoff: 1:00 PM
Let’s go, Cardinals! 💪🏈
#proudcardinal
Dryden Varsity Football hits the road today to take on Byron! Bring your Cardinal pride and help cheer our team on! 📣
📅 Saturday, October 3
📍 At Byron
⏰ Kickoff: 1:00 PM
Let’s go, Cardinals! 💪🏈
#proudcardinal
Our Dryden Junior High & High School Cross Country teams are competing today at the Wagener Park Cross Country Invitational!
📍 Wagener County Park – Harbor Beach, MI
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ Race Schedule:
• 9:00 A.M. – Middle School Boys (5th–8th Grade)
• 9:30 A.M. – Middle School Girls (5th–8th Grade)
• 10:00 A.M. – Boys Varsity
• 10:45 A.M. – Girls Varsity
Good luck to all of our Cardinal runners as they take on the course today! Run strong, compete hard, and represent Dryden with pride! 💪❤️🖤
GO CARDINALS!
📍 Wagener County Park – Harbor Beach, MI
📅 Saturday, October 3, 2026
⏰ Race Schedule:
• 9:00 A.M. – Middle School Boys (5th–8th Grade)
• 9:30 A.M. – Middle School Girls (5th–8th Grade)
• 10:00 A.M. – Boys Varsity
• 10:45 A.M. – Girls Varsity
Good luck to all of our Cardinal runners as they take on the course today! Run strong, compete hard, and represent Dryden with pride! 💪❤️🖤
GO CARDINALS!
Great job following the Cardinal 3 this week: safety, respect, and responsibility. #proudcardinal
Three brave 5th graders, who are also Student Library Board members, volunteered to give a book talk in front of their classmates. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
Our students had their first LEAF deposit day today! #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes
Mrs. Delcampo’s class completed the September Brain Shift Challenge and earned their classroom badge! 🧠✨ When Mrs. Martin stopped in to deliver their badge, the students were quick to share what each brain state meant. It was wonderful to see their Brain Shift information displayed in the classroom and hear how much they already remembered. Way to SHIFT! 💜
Families can use the same Brain Shift language at home, too! Clear Brain: calm, focused, and ready. Buzzing Brain: wiggly, distracted, or full of energy. Heavy Brain: sad, overwhelmed, or tired. Guarded Brain: angry, defensive, or panicked. Simply asking, “What brain state are you in right now?” can help kids begin to notice and name what’s happening inside. #proudcardinal
Families can use the same Brain Shift language at home, too! Clear Brain: calm, focused, and ready. Buzzing Brain: wiggly, distracted, or full of energy. Heavy Brain: sad, overwhelmed, or tired. Guarded Brain: angry, defensive, or panicked. Simply asking, “What brain state are you in right now?” can help kids begin to notice and name what’s happening inside. #proudcardinal
GAME DAY, CARDINALS!
The Cardinals are back in action! Come out and support Dryden Volleyball as we take on BCAA under the lights at home!
📅 October 1, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Dryden High School
Bring the energy, bring the noise, and let’s pack the gym!
The Cardinals are back in action! Come out and support Dryden Volleyball as we take on BCAA under the lights at home!
📅 October 1, 2026
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Dryden High School
Bring the energy, bring the noise, and let’s pack the gym!
🎓 COLLEGE APPLICATION NIGHT IS TONIGHT! 🎓
Class of 2027 students and families — join us tonight for College Application Night!
📅 Thursday, October 1
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Dryden High School Library
Students will have the opportunity to work on college applications and learn more about MI College Match, which may allow eligible seniors to receive college admission offers and scholarship opportunities without completing traditional applications.
❤️🖤 We hope to see our seniors and families there tonight as we take another important step toward life after high school!
Class of 2027 students and families — join us tonight for College Application Night!
📅 Thursday, October 1
⏰ 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Dryden High School Library
Students will have the opportunity to work on college applications and learn more about MI College Match, which may allow eligible seniors to receive college admission offers and scholarship opportunities without completing traditional applications.
❤️🖤 We hope to see our seniors and families there tonight as we take another important step toward life after high school!
📸 Picture Day is Thursday, October 15!
Photo Factory will be at Dryden Community Schools for:
📷 Dryden Elementary School Picture Day
📷 Dryden High School Picture Retake Day
Families may view information and order pictures at PhotoFactoryUSA.com.
Elementary password: drydenel
High School password: drydenhs
Come ready to smile! 😁
#DrydenCardinals #PictureDay #PictureRetakeDay #PhotoFactory
Photo Factory will be at Dryden Community Schools for:
📷 Dryden Elementary School Picture Day
📷 Dryden High School Picture Retake Day
Families may view information and order pictures at PhotoFactoryUSA.com.
Elementary password: drydenel
High School password: drydenhs
Come ready to smile! 😁
#DrydenCardinals #PictureDay #PictureRetakeDay #PhotoFactory
🎓 October is Michigan College Month! 🎓
Seniors and families, this is a great time to work on college applications! Many Michigan colleges and universities do not charge an application fee, and several others are waiving application fees during specific dates this fall.
Some participating schools include Macomb Community College, Oakland University, Ferris State University, Kettering University, Grand Valley State University, Michigan Tech, Mott Community College, Baker College, and many more.
A few schools offering special application-fee waivers include:
- Central Michigan University: October 1–31
- Eastern Michigan University: October 1–31
- Michigan State University: October 1–15
- Wayne State University: October 1–31
- Western Michigan University: September 9–December 1
⭐ Schools marked with an asterisk on the flyer are also participating in MI College Match.
Students should take advantage of Michigan College Month to explore their options, submit applications, and make progress toward their plans after graduation.
❤️🖤 Class of 2027 — you are college material!
Please see the attached flyer for the complete list of participating colleges, dates, and waiver codes.
#MCAN #proudcardinal
Seniors and families, this is a great time to work on college applications! Many Michigan colleges and universities do not charge an application fee, and several others are waiving application fees during specific dates this fall.
Some participating schools include Macomb Community College, Oakland University, Ferris State University, Kettering University, Grand Valley State University, Michigan Tech, Mott Community College, Baker College, and many more.
A few schools offering special application-fee waivers include:
- Central Michigan University: October 1–31
- Eastern Michigan University: October 1–31
- Michigan State University: October 1–15
- Wayne State University: October 1–31
- Western Michigan University: September 9–December 1
⭐ Schools marked with an asterisk on the flyer are also participating in MI College Match.
Students should take advantage of Michigan College Month to explore their options, submit applications, and make progress toward their plans after graduation.
❤️🖤 Class of 2027 — you are college material!
Please see the attached flyer for the complete list of participating colleges, dates, and waiver codes.
#MCAN #proudcardinal
BOARD OF EDUCATION VACANCY
Dryden Community Schools is seeking a dedicated community member to fill a vacancy on the Dryden Community Schools Board of Education.
If you are interested in serving our students, families, staff, and community in this important role, we encourage you to apply.
📅 Application Deadline: October 8, 2026
⏰ Time: No later than 3:00 PM
📧 Submit applications to: Lori Hall, Executive Secretary
lhall@drydenschools.org
Thank you for your interest in serving Dryden Community Schools and helping support the continued success of our district! ❤️🖤
Dryden Community Schools is seeking a dedicated community member to fill a vacancy on the Dryden Community Schools Board of Education.
If you are interested in serving our students, families, staff, and community in this important role, we encourage you to apply.
📅 Application Deadline: October 8, 2026
⏰ Time: No later than 3:00 PM
📧 Submit applications to: Lori Hall, Executive Secretary
lhall@drydenschools.org
Thank you for your interest in serving Dryden Community Schools and helping support the continued success of our district! ❤️🖤
Create your child’s Book Fair eWallet so they can shop cash-free, worry-free, and independently! It’s easy to set up and easy for others to contribute funds! Start here: https://account.scholastic.com/my-scholastic/profile/ewallet.html?fairID=6207938&sUCN=600064314 #growingreaders #proudcardinal
🍬👻 Let the CANDY WARS begin! 👻🍬
Starting October 5th, send in those sweet treats and help your child’s class battle for the win! 🏆🍭 The winning class gets their choice of a PIZZA PARTY 🍕 or ICE CREAM PARTY 🍦!
🍫 Please remember: All candy must be individually wrapped, and all bags/packages must be factory sealed and unopened.
May the sweetest class win! 🍬🎃🏆 #proudcardinal
Starting October 5th, send in those sweet treats and help your child’s class battle for the win! 🏆🍭 The winning class gets their choice of a PIZZA PARTY 🍕 or ICE CREAM PARTY 🍦!
🍫 Please remember: All candy must be individually wrapped, and all bags/packages must be factory sealed and unopened.
May the sweetest class win! 🍬🎃🏆 #proudcardinal
You’ve been BOOed! 🎃
Boo Grams are back for October! For just $1, send a little spooky surprise to a friend, classmate, teacher, or staff member! 🧡💜
🍬 Sold during lunch every Friday in October
👻 $1 per Boo Gram
🧡 Proceeds support Dryden Elementary PTA’s Boo Bash & future events!
Who are YOU going to BOO? 👀👻 #proudcardinal
Boo Grams are back for October! For just $1, send a little spooky surprise to a friend, classmate, teacher, or staff member! 🧡💜
🍬 Sold during lunch every Friday in October
👻 $1 per Boo Gram
🧡 Proceeds support Dryden Elementary PTA’s Boo Bash & future events!
Who are YOU going to BOO? 👀👻 #proudcardinal
🎃👻 Dryden Elementary Boo Bash is coming! 👻🎃
Grab those costumes and join us Friday, October 30th for a spooky night of family fun! 🧡
🍬 5:30 PM FREE Trick-or-Treating
🎃 6–8 PM Boo Bash
🎟️ $5 admission Adults & ages 3 and under FREE
🏰 Bounce house • ✨Fun with Sparkles • 🚚 Food trucks • Raffles🎟️ • and more!
🚗 Want to decorate a trunk and pass out candy? Sign up in the school office with Maureen or call the number on the flyer!
We can’t wait to see all of our littles in their amazing and creative costumes! 🧙♀️🦇🍬
#proudcardinal
Grab those costumes and join us Friday, October 30th for a spooky night of family fun! 🧡
🍬 5:30 PM FREE Trick-or-Treating
🎃 6–8 PM Boo Bash
🎟️ $5 admission Adults & ages 3 and under FREE
🏰 Bounce house • ✨Fun with Sparkles • 🚚 Food trucks • Raffles🎟️ • and more!
🚗 Want to decorate a trunk and pass out candy? Sign up in the school office with Maureen or call the number on the flyer!
We can’t wait to see all of our littles in their amazing and creative costumes! 🧙♀️🦇🍬
#proudcardinal
The 5th grade dissected owl pellets today to help them understand the consumers role in an ecosystem. #proudcardinal
🍂🛍️ SAVE THE DATE, DRYDEN! 🛍️🍂
We are so excited for the 1st Annual Dryden Elementary PTA Craft & Vendor Market! ❤️🖤
Come spend your Saturday shopping handmade goods, unique finds, and local small businesses while supporting our school community!
📅 Saturday, October 17th
⏰ 9 AM–3 PM
📍 Dryden Elementary School
🎟️ $3 admission | Ages 6 & under FREE
Grab a friend, bring the family, and come see what our amazing vendors have to offer! 🍁🎃
Shop small. Support local. Support Dryden. ❤️🖤
#proudcardinal
We are so excited for the 1st Annual Dryden Elementary PTA Craft & Vendor Market! ❤️🖤
Come spend your Saturday shopping handmade goods, unique finds, and local small businesses while supporting our school community!
📅 Saturday, October 17th
⏰ 9 AM–3 PM
📍 Dryden Elementary School
🎟️ $3 admission | Ages 6 & under FREE
Grab a friend, bring the family, and come see what our amazing vendors have to offer! 🍁🎃
Shop small. Support local. Support Dryden. ❤️🖤
#proudcardinal
Kindergarteners are using scrabble tiles to help them learn how to login to the computer. #proudcardinal
2nd graders reviewed parts of a book in Library Special using a matching activity. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
