Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Jayden Stankevich for being accepted to Michigan State University! #ReachHigher #BetterMakeRoom #CollegeBoundMI #SixtyBy30

Dress up days for the second half of our SnowComing week. #proudcardinal
Dryden High School will dismiss at 2:15 p.m. today, Wednesday, January 21, 2026, so the buses can arrive at Dryden Elementary in a timely manner. All after-school practices and athletic contests are canceled today. Please be safe!

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 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



Open to grades 4-6! The Lapeer Community Center is hosting a Kids Night Out Glow Party!!
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It’s January….that means it’s Caldecott Medal time. These 2nd grade judges were all business as they analyzed the books in our mock Caldecott. #growingreaders #proudcardinal


#proudcardinal SnoCo dance tickets are on sale now!
$15 per person pre-sale; $20 at the door; Court $5
Sold at lunch or see Mr. Cherry
Guest passes are available in the office.
$15 per person pre-sale; $20 at the door; Court $5
Sold at lunch or see Mr. Cherry
Guest passes are available in the office.

It's time to nominate your favorite #proudcardinal teacher for the Flint Firebirds Foundation Teacher of the Year! Nominations are open until Thursday, January 29. Click here: https://chl.ca/ohl-firebirds/teacher-of-the-year/

The Student Library Board is preparing a display for Valentine’s Day called “Never Judge a Book by its Cover.” Students can check-out a wrapped book for a surprise read. #growingreaders #proudcardinal



It's Snowcoming Week at Dryden High School! Tomorrow's Dress Up Day is Battle of the Holidays! Seventh grade will dress for Thanksgiving, Eighth grade for Easter, Ninth grade for St. Patrick’s Day, Tenth grade for Valentine’s Day, Eleventh grade for Christmas, Twelfth grade for the Fourth of July, and teachers will be representing Halloween.

50 books read in the 500 Books Before Middle School Challenge. #growingreaders #proudcardinal


Dryden Athletic Boosters = More Than Concessions 🏀⚽🏐
Did you know our Athletic Boosters help fund:
• Equipment & uniforms across multiple sports
• The new football scoreboard (coming Fall 2026)
• Basketball scouting software used by players & coaches
• Track & XC record boards
• Baseball equipment and facility upgrades
They’re also helping plan for future needs like field improvements, gym scoreboards, track upgrades, and weight room equipment.
👉 The challenge: Just 5 regular members are currently carrying most of the work — and many will graduate out soon.
📅 Next Booster Meeting
Tuesday, January 20
7:00 PM
At this meeting we’ll discuss major fundraising efforts and coaches’ wish lists for equipment and program needs.
If you want a voice in how Dryden athletics is supported, this is a great place to start. No experience needed — just a willingness to help.
Did you know our Athletic Boosters help fund:
• Equipment & uniforms across multiple sports
• The new football scoreboard (coming Fall 2026)
• Basketball scouting software used by players & coaches
• Track & XC record boards
• Baseball equipment and facility upgrades
They’re also helping plan for future needs like field improvements, gym scoreboards, track upgrades, and weight room equipment.
👉 The challenge: Just 5 regular members are currently carrying most of the work — and many will graduate out soon.
📅 Next Booster Meeting
Tuesday, January 20
7:00 PM
At this meeting we’ll discuss major fundraising efforts and coaches’ wish lists for equipment and program needs.
If you want a voice in how Dryden athletics is supported, this is a great place to start. No experience needed — just a willingness to help.

Calendar Change--Dryden High School
Friday, May 15, 2026, has changed from a full day of school to a half day of school at Dryden High School ONLY..
Dryden High School will host the MHSAA Track and Field Regional 39 meet at Stremler Field on May 15. The event begins at noon. Because some members of the high school staff volunteer at the meet, many students participate or spectate, and the parking lot will be needed for visitors, Dryden High School only will have a half day of school, dismissing at 10:35 a.m.
Friday, May 15, 2026, has changed from a full day of school to a half day of school at Dryden High School ONLY..
Dryden High School will host the MHSAA Track and Field Regional 39 meet at Stremler Field on May 15. The event begins at noon. Because some members of the high school staff volunteer at the meet, many students participate or spectate, and the parking lot will be needed for visitors, Dryden High School only will have a half day of school, dismissing at 10:35 a.m.

We are here to support you if you need help with health, food, or housing. Contact our office - we can connect you. @drydenelementaryattendance #strivefor5 #mentalhealthmatters #studentvoice
#proudcardinal Varsity Boys Basketball
19 January 2026
Dryden 66, Parkway Christian 41
Team Record 6-6; League 2-0
19 January 2026
Dryden 66, Parkway Christian 41
Team Record 6-6; League 2-0

Check out this week's issue of The Dryden Red and Black! https://app.smore.com/n/qwtzh
Do you have a youngster at home? If so, this news is for you. Please share this. #proudcardinal
Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Logan Romain for being accepted to the University of Michigan Flint! #ReachHigher #BetterMakeRoom #CollegeBoundMI #SixtyBy30

It's Snowcoming Week at Dryden High School! Tomorrow's Dress Up Day is Performative Day. Wear your quarter zips!

Don't miss these dress up days at the elementary school. #proudcardinal
