DRYDEN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

CRAFT VENDOR FAIR — OCTOBER 17TH!

Come shop local, support our amazing community, and help us support the Dryden Elementary PTA!

We’re looking for vendors of all kinds! If you make it, bake it, grow it, or sell it, we’d love to have you join us!

✨ Craft vendors
🌾 Farm & homestead vendors
🍪 Bakers & food vendors
🛍️ Small businesses
🎁 Makers & artisans
…and more!

Whether you’re a seasoned vendor or just getting started, we’d love to showcase what you do while supporting a great cause! #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

about 2 hours ago, Karen Roys

1st annual Dryden Elementary PTA craft & vendor Market Saturday, Oct. 17 9am-3pm admission: $3 per person (6& under free) dryden elementary school 3835 n mill rod dryden, MI 48428 vendors needed! 10 ft space w/2 folding chairs - $30 tables to rent - additional $15 (limited availability) set up available: Friday, october 16th 5pm-7pm Saturday, October 17 7am questions: Call or test Brittany Pytleski @810-627-4743 or email drydenpta25@gmail.com

A NEW WAY TO SUPPORT DRYDEN ELEMENTARY!

Look out for the new bin recently delivered! We’re so excited to officially welcome our Clothes & Shoes Recycling Bin to Dryden Elementary!

Our PTA is actively working on this project, and we’re thrilled to create a way for our community to clean out their closets while giving back to our students and helping the environment.

♻️ Where do the clothes, shoes & textiles go?
Great question!

We work hard to be a GREEN SCHOOL, and this project is another way we can reduce waste and our carbon footprint.

👕 Clothing, shoes and textiles are collected and distributed locally whenever possible.

♻️ Items are recycled and upcycled to keep them out of landfills.

🛝 Materials that cannot be reused or upcycled can be transformed into products such as playground equipment!

That bag of clothes sitting in your closet can have a whole new purpose — and help our school at the same time!

Where do the funds go?
The funds generated through this project will help our PTA:

Bring additional clubs to Dryden
Fund and support current school clubs
Support Field Day
Fund PTA events and student activities
Help with school needs
Provide programs, enrichment and opportunities for our students
Every bag. Every pound. Every donation makes a difference!

So the next time you’re cleaning out those closets…

DON’T TOSS IT — BAG IT & BRING IT TO DRYDEN!
Thank you for helping the Dryden PTA make a difference — one bag at a time! 💚
#proudcardinal

about 2 hours ago, Karen Roys

CLEAN CLOSETS. HELP OUR SCHOOL! Turn clothing, shoes, and textiles into support for our school. What to Do: Clean out closets Bag clothing, shoes & textiles Drop them in the green Clothes Bin On the School Building Graphic: SCHOOL STRONGER SCHOOLS BRIGHTER FUTURES On the Green Bin: Header: Every Pound Recycled Here Supports NEW HORIZONS SCHOOL Bin Text: CLOTHES & SHOES RECYCLING BIN CLOTHES BIN® (Recycling for Education) Keep your clothes and shoes out of local landfills For bin locations, visit clothesbin.com Bottom Callout: Every bag helps fund programs, classroom needs, and school activities. Textiles only please. No toys, books, or household items.

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The Dryden Cardinals varsity volleyball team battled Mayville High School Tuesday night but fell in three sets, 16-25, 15-25 and 19-25.
Dryden showed continued fight throughout the match, with the Cardinals putting together several offensive plays and serving runs to keep each set competitive.

Stori Zink led the Cardinals with three aces on the night, including two in the third set. Kayla Lapka contributed four tips, while Karley Phillips recorded three spikes. Luxy Abraham added two tips, while Celine Nguyen and Elaina Yatrons each recorded an ace. Abby Tonkoshkur contributed a spike as the Cardinals continued to find ways to attack Mayville.

The Cardinals continued to battle through the third set, finishing with their closest set of the night at 19-25. Dryden will look to carry the effort and positive plays from Tuesday's match into its upcoming games as the Cardinals continue to grow together throughout the season.

about 4 hours ago, Mary Finnigan

Two undefeated teams. One massive BTC Blue showdown.
The 4–0 Dryden Cardinals host the 4–0 Deckerville Eagles this Friday night with league championship and playoff implications on the line.
📅 Friday, September 25
⏰ 7:00 p.m.
📍 Stremler Field
Pack the stands. Wear red. Be loud. Go Cardinals! 🏈🔴⚫

about 11 hours ago, Mary Finnigan

Are you in the market for any Dryden wear? #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

about 14 hours ago, Karen Roys

Elementary Spirit Wear Fundraiser proceeds go to putting on an amazing field day. Order forms are due Sept. 30. Ms. Marsh mmarsh@drydenschools.org.

Who says fundraising has to be a hassle? No selling, no ordering, no door-to-door—just an easy way to support our Dryden Elementary staff and students!

Our PTA No Fuss Fundraiser is a simple way for families, friends, and our amazing community to support the PTA and the fun experiences we create throughout the school year.

✨ Your support makes a difference! Proceeds from this fundraiser will help make our upcoming Boo Bash a spooktacular night for our students and families, while also helping fund future PTA events and activities!

🖤 Less fuss. More fun. More memories! 🖤

Thank you for supporting Dryden Elementary PTA! 🎉 @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes #proudcardinal

about 17 hours ago, Karen Roys

Dryden PTA No Fuss Fundraiser Sept. 1-25th Dryden PTO will have the first No Fuss Fundraiser to start the 2065-2027 school year. This only requires a monetary donation from our cardinal supporters. Sales walking jogging dancing monetary tax deductible donations ways to donate card using qr code cash check made to dryden elementary PTA $10 thanks for not asking me to sell cookies or candy $25 thanks for not requiring me to set up a personal fundraising page $50 what I would have spent on new clothes for an event $75 express my appreciation for not doing anything at all for this fundraiser. This is a voluntary fundraiser. You may choose to participate in lieu, in addition to, any of our other fundraisers we will do throughout the year. All donations are tax deductible. If you send a check please make it out to Dryden Elementary PTA. Thank you for your donation.

Joey is celebrating another birthday for our Birthday Book Club. The "Would You Rather?" books are very popular in our library. #growingreaders #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

about 18 hours ago, Karen Roys

Join the birthday book club in honor of your student's birthday, select a book from the media center’ online wish list (see link below). Place the Amazon book order and be sure to indicate your student’s name in the comment/notes section. Upon receiving the new book, Mrs. Knox will take a photo of your student with the book, create a special birthday cake name plate that will be placed inside the book, and your student will be the first to check-out the book! Thank you for your generosity. Wish list Scan the QR code with your phone or go to the web address and click on the wish list link.

We have a new leader and also every classroom is now on the scoreboard! One more day of pennies and paper tomorrow to give your class positive points in the Imagination Library Coin War. #growingreaders #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

about 18 hours ago, Karen Roys

Sept. 22 Coin War update tomorrow (Wednesday) turn in your pennies & paper to give your class can positive points! Give Like Dolly! Mrs. Raymer (2nd) $27.50 Mrs. Hearold (1st) - $21.96 Mrs. DelCampo (K) - $10.52 Mrs. Russell (K) - $8.64 Mrs. Birkett (5th) $6.00 Mrs. Davila (4th) $4.72 Ms. Diamond (PS) $4.53 Mrs. Marsh (3rd $2.77 Mrs. Calvert (4th) $2.17 Ms. Lowe (1st) - $1.70 Mrs. Howell (6th) $1.00

Brain Shift is a school-wide prevention initiative designed to help students build self-awareness, recognize what’s happening in their brains, and develop tools for navigating different emotions, challenges, and situations throughout their day.
During September’s Brain Shift Challenge, students are learning about four brain states — Clear, Buzzing, Heavy, and Guarded — and practicing how to recognize and name the state they are experiencing.
👏 Congratulations to Mrs. Hearold’s 1st grade class and Mrs. Birkett’s 5th grade class for completing the September challenge and earning their first Brain Shift badge!
Their drawings showed just how differently our brains can feel throughout the day — and recognizing those changes is an important first step in learning what our brains need.
Notice it. Name it. SHIFT IT! #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

about 20 hours ago, Karen Roys

Mrs. Birkett’s fifth grade class completed the September Brain Shift Challenge Way to go! Clear, buzzing heavy, guarded Notice it, name it shift it! Their class watched the brain shift video, talked about the 4 brain states, and colored and identified how they were feeling. Congratulations on your first badge!

Mrs. Hearold’s first grade class completed the September Brain Shift Challenge Way to go! Clear, buzzing heavy, guarded Notice it, name it shift it! Their class watched the brain shift video, talked about the 4 brain states, and colored and identified how they were feeling. Congratulations on your first badge!

🏐❤️ GAME DAY, CARDINALS! 🖤🏐

We’re back on our home court tonight! Come cheer on Dryden Volleyball as our Cardinals take on Mayville!

🆚 Dryden vs. Mayville
📅 Tuesday, September 22
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 Dryden High School

Wear your red and black, fill the gym, and bring the energy! Let’s go, Cardinals! ❤️🖤

#GoCardinals #GameDay #DrydenVolleyball #ProudCardinal #CardinalPride

about 23 hours ago, Mary Finnigan

If you are interested in either position please apply on Indeed.com. #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

1 day ago, Karen Roys

We’re hiring join our #proudcardinal family assistant teacher for strong beginnings/GSRP CDA required

We’re hiring join our #proudcardinal family early childhood behaviorist

We had many empty cans today and only two cans with pennies for our Imagination Library Coin War. Mrs. Hearold's class is in 1st place and Mrs. DelCampo's class is in 2nd place. Bring in those pennies and paper bills tomorrow! #growingreaders #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

1 day ago, Karen Roys

Sept. 21 Coin War Update Tuesday & Wednesday turn in your pennies & paper to give your class can positive points. Only 2 classrooms turned in pennies and paper today to earn points! Mrs. Hearold (1st) $12.71 Mrs. DelCampo (K) $5.92 Give Like Dolly!

🍎 Everyday Attendance Starts Now 🍎
Showing up early every day in the year helps kids build confidence, connect with classmates, and stay on track with their learning.

Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five materials is supported by the MiFamily Engagement Centers and MiLEAP. #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

2 days ago, Karen Roys

Every day counts Strive for fewer than 5 Showing up early in the year helps students build confidence, friendships, and strong learning habits. fewerthan5.com MiLEAP MIFamily

"Give Like Dolly” this week as the Student Library Board holds a Coin War to benefit the Imagination Library Fund for Dryden children ages 1-5. #growingreaders #proudcardinal

3 days ago, Karen Roys

A social media post if you have time tonight please… “Give Like Dolly” this week as the Student Library Board holds a Coin War to benefit the Imagination Library Fund for Dryden children ages 1-5. #growingreaders #proudcardinal

Interested in learning more about 4-H? The open house is coming up soon! #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

3 days ago, Karen Roys

Michigan State University Extension 4-H Open House: Discover, Create, Grow! September 23, 2026 6-8pm Discover Everything 4-H Offers Your child in Lapeer County Discover Projects that spark curiosity hands on projects that help kids shine see how kids build, create, and explore Information 810-667-0341 1800 Imlay City, Lapeer, Ground Level https;??www.canr.msu.edu/lapeer/ Michigan State University extension programs and materials are open to all without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, gender identity, religion, age, height, weight, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, marital status, family status or veteran status. Persons with disabilities have the right to request and receive reasonable accommodations. Accommodations for persons with disabilities may be requested by contacting Debbie at 810 667-0341 by June 1 to make arrangements. Requests received after this date will be fulfilled when possible.

This week our Coin War starts at Dryden Elementary. M, T, & W are pennies and paper. Help us raise funds to help Dryden children, ages 1-5, get a head start in their literacy journey through the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. #growiingreaders #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes

3 days ago, Karen Roys

Sept. 21-25 Coin War Day 1, 2, and 3: Sept. 21, 22, 23 (pennies & paper!) Each day, bring in all your pennies to “add points” to your class can. (Dollars are accepted, but no silver coins on these days.) Day 4 & 5: Sept. 24 & 25 (Silvers) Bring in all your silver coins to “Bomb” the other classes. Silver coins “subtract points” from class cans. Each day, students will have a chance to pick the class an they want to bomb. (Silver coins only! Pennies and collars not accepted on these days) Prize The class with the most points left at the end of the week will win a special prize. Help us to grow readers Proceeds will go to the Friends of the Imagination Library Fund at Four County Community Foundation to provide 1 new book each month for Dryden residents ages birth to 5. Foud county Community Foundation Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Sponsored by the Dryden Elementary Student Library Board question? Contact Mrs. Knox at dknox@drydenschools.org

🏈 HOMECOMING VICTORY! 🏈

The Dryden Cardinals delivered a dominant performance, defeating Mayville 52–0 tonight! Congratulations to our players and coaches on an incredible win!

❤️🖤 GO CARDINALS! 🖤❤️

#DrydenCardinals #HomecomingVictory

4 days ago, Mary Finnigan

🏈 HOMECOMING VICTORY! 🏈 The Dryden Cardinals delivered a dominant performance, defeating Mayville 52–0 tonight! Congratulations to our players and coaches on an incredible win! ❤️🖤 GO CARDINALS! 🖤❤️ #proudcardinal

❤️🖤 Red & Black Day was the perfect way to wrap up an unforgettable Homecoming Spirit Week!

Our students showed incredible school spirit all week long, and we loved seeing everyone come together to celebrate what it means to be a Dryden Cardinal!

Thank you to everyone who participated and helped make Homecoming Week so much fun. Cardinal pride was everywhere! ❤️🖤

5 days ago, Mary Finnigan

👑 Congratulations to our 2026 Homecoming Queen, Isabella Lomasney, and our 2026 Homecoming King, Logan Korth!

We are proud to have Isabella and Logan represent Dryden High School. Please join us in congratulating them on this special honor! ❤️🖤

#DrydenCardinals #Homecoming2026 #CardinalPride

5 days ago, Mary Finnigan

🏈❤️ IT’S GAME DAY, CARDINALS! 🖤🏈

Tonight is our Homecoming Game as the Dryden Varsity Football team takes on Mayville under the lights!

📍 HOME
⏰ Kickoff: 7:00 PM
🏈 Dryden vs. Mayville

Come out, wear your red and black, and help us pack the stands as we celebrate Homecoming and cheer on our Cardinals!

❤️🖤 GO CARDINALS! 🖤❤️

#DrydenCardinals #GameDay #Homecoming2026 #FridayNightLights #CardinalPride #GoCardinals

5 days ago, Mary Finnigan