DRYDEN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

We’re Hiring!
Dryden Community Schools is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team! If you’re passionate about supporting students and making a difference in our schools, we’d love to hear from you! Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/gcaps/onlineapp/default.aspx

Save the date - May 2nd - LEAF 360 Wellness Fair - Have fun and earn incentive money for Childhood Savings Accounts. #proudcardinal

🎭 Dryden Drama Presents: Nine Girls 🎭
Join us for a powerful performance of Nine Girls by W. Pettitt!

📅 Friday, April 24 at 7:00 p.m. — Admission: $3
📅 Saturday, April 25 at 12:30 p.m. — Admission: $5 (during the Fine Arts Festival)
📍 Dryden High School Multi-Purpose Room

Don’t miss this moving drama brought to life by our talented #proudcardinal students. Support the arts and experience an unforgettable show!

#proudcardinal Varsity Volleyball is looking for a Head Coach ready to build the next era!

We’re seeking a leader who can:
✔️ Develop skills and systems
✔️ Build strong offseason momentum
✔️ Create a positive, competitive team culture
✔️ Mentor assistant coaches and grow the entire program

This is an incredible opportunity to lead a proud program, invest in student-athletes, and make a lasting impact on our school community.

❤️🖤 Ready to lead?
Apply here https://www.applitrack.com/gcaps/onlineapp/default.aspx or reach out for more information: btresnak@drydenschools.org

Please share to help us find the next leader of Dryden Volleyball! 🏐

Parents of incoming Kindergarten and Begindergarten students - Save the date: Wednesday, May 20th #proudcardinal

Hey, let's get into the Dryden spirit with a spirit wear fundraiser! April 10th is the deadline to order. #proudcardinal

Dryden Community Schools Spring Break
March 30-April 6
Return to school on Tuesday, April 7, 2026

Our #proudcardinal seniors are going to college! Please help Dryden High School's Class of 2026 celebrate. On May 1, our College Decision Day Celebration allows students to declare their intentions and proudly state their college, university, trade school, training program, or military choice. Items from this list will be given away to seniors at College Decision Day to send them off with what they'll need in the fall! https://a.co/0bfppoT6

Each class made a flag or banner for our March is Reading Month closing assembly. A representative from each class explained the significance and meaning of their flag. #proudcardinal

We ended our March is Reading Month celebration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with our closing assembly. Watch our American Symbols musical. Thanks go out to veterans, Mr. Spivey and Mr. Jonik, for demonstrating how to fold a flag. Special thanks to the David W. Elliott Memorial Foundation for funding our March is Reading Month books, activities, and celebrations. https://youtu.be/KEFxPM6IqJw #proudcardinal

We’re Hiring!
Dryden Community Schools is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team! If you’re passionate about supporting students and making a difference in our schools, we’d love to hear from you! Apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/gcaps/onlineapp/default.aspx

Dryden Community Schools Spring Break
March 30-April 6
Return to school on Tuesday, April 7, 2026

🎨🎶 14th Annual Dryden Community Schools Fine Arts Festival 🎭🖌️
Celebrate creativity with us!

📅 Saturday, April 25, 2026
📍 Dryden High School
⏰ Doors open at 10:30 a.m.

✨ Featuring:
• Student Art Displays
• Band Performances (beginning at 11:00 a.m.)
• Drama Club performance of Nine Girls at 12:30 p.m.

💲 Admission: $5 per person
🎉 Students with artwork or performing get in FREE!
Come enjoy a day full of art, music, and theater—there’s something for everyone!

First grade had a blast during their reading party today to celebrate March is Reading Month! #proudcardinal

We have a Champion! Nutty Buddy beat all competition to take home the 2026 title! Thanks for playing along.

What a month it's been! Our March is Reading Month closing assembly is this afternoon. We will record the musical and other sing-a-longs and post them after the event! #proudcardinal

American Heart Challenge donations are due next week! Please remember to send your students to school with their collection envelopes or make your final online donations. Make one more push for donations tonight and ask donors if their companies match donations. We’re having a blast getting healthier and helping kids with special hearts!
https://www2.heart.org/site/TR?fr_id=12397&pg=company&company_id=519916

🎓 Career & Trades Fair – Explore Your Future!
Students in 7th–12th grade are invited to attend the Career and Trades Fair hosted by the Lapeer Virtual Partnership!

📅 March 26th at ⏰ 6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

Come discover exciting career paths and connect with professionals from a variety of trades and industries. This is a great opportunity to:

✔️ Explore different career options
✔️ Ask questions directly to professionals
✔️ Learn about the skills and qualifications needed for various jobs

Bring your curiosity and start planning your future!
📞 Phone: 810-667-2453
📧 Email: office@lapeerschools.org

We have our Final Four in the 2026 Snack Cake Tournament! What's your pick?
Nutty Buddy vs. Strawberry Shortcake Rolls
Swiss Cake Rolls vs. Easter Basket Cakes
Who will win it all? We'll find out tomorrow!

March is Reading Month - Thursday, March 26 Grand Ole Flag: https://youtu.be/4acqSIO2YLw?feature=shared America The Beautiful: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aXYwNgwnUZ4&list=RDaXYwNgwnUZ4&start_radio=1 My Country Tis of Thee: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VKj7FLg3WVA