Our museum is coming alive with two more entries in our American Symbols Family Project. It is not too late to participate! Get your entries turned in by the end of the week. #proudcardinal
about 6 hours ago, Karen Roys
Build an American symbol (optional family project) in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the declaration of independence. Happy birthday, America! Choose an american symbol (ie eagle, Statue of Liberty, flag, White House, Liberty Bell, monuments, etc.) to make from everyday material such as cardboard boxes, recyclables, paper, etc. Your design should be tabletop in size. Be as simple or as creative as you'd like! Turn in Deadline: Wednesday, March 18th entries will be on display in the media center at our family literacy night on March 19. Students will be voting for their favorite symbol design beginning March 19th. The winner will be announced at our March Reading Month Closing assembly on March 27th. Great prizes awarded!
student holding a flag and declaration of independence she made
student holding a flag she made
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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
about 6 hours ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
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Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Cara Prusakiewicz! Cara signed her letter of intent to run cross country at Indiana Institute of Technology while studying engineering.
about 9 hours ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
family (two parents, three children) standing/sitting behind a table
high school athlete sitting behind a table with five coaches
1st grade met their bear reading buddies today and talked through a picture walk or read to them. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
about 12 hours ago, Karen Roys
1st grade met their bear reading buddies today and talked through a picture walk or read to them. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
1st grade met their bear reading buddies today and talked through a picture walk or read to them. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
1st grade met their bear reading buddies today and talked through a picture walk or read to them. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
1st grade met their bear reading buddies today and talked through a picture walk or read to them. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
1st grade met their bear reading buddies today and talked through a picture walk or read to them. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
1st grade met their bear reading buddies today and talked through a picture walk or read to them. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
1st grade met their bear reading buddies today and talked through a picture walk or read to them. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
1st grade met their bear reading buddies today and talked through a picture walk or read to them. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
1st grade met their bear reading buddies today and talked through a picture walk or read to them. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Caila Fitchett! Caila signed her letter of intent to run track and field at Hope College while pursuing a psychology major.
about 12 hours ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
photo of a high school athlete sitting behind a table with family and coaches
Today in Library Special 3rd graders competed in groups to “Name That Genre!” #growingreaders #proudcardinal
about 14 hours ago, Karen Roys
Today in Library Special 3rd graders competed in groups to “Name That Genre!” #growingreaders #proudcardinal
Today in Library Special 3rd graders competed in groups to “Name That Genre!” #growingreaders #proudcardinal
🎓 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
1 day ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
photo of students attending a career and trades fail
We have another aspiring author/illustrator at our school whose book has become part of our elementary library collection. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
1 day ago, Karen Roys
We have another aspiring author/illustrator at our school whose book has become part of our elementary library collection. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
We have another aspiring author/illustrator at our school whose book has become part of our elementary library collection. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
Today three more American Symbol projects arrived: a bald eagle, Mt Rushmore, and an American flag. #proudcardinal
1 day ago, Karen Roys
Today three more American Symbol projects arrived: a bald eagle, Mt Rushmore, and an American flag. #proudcardinal
Today three more American Symbol projects arrived: a bald eagle, Mt Rushmore, and an American flag. #proudcardinal
Today three more American Symbol projects arrived: a bald eagle, Mt Rushmore, and an American flag. #proudcardinal
Thank you to Mrs. Finnigan for purchasing College Decision Day gifts for our #proudcardinal Class of 2026. You can help, too! Check out our Wish List: https://a.co/0bfppoT6
1 day ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
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Hey, let's get into the Dryden spirit with a spirit wear fundraiser! April 10th is the deadline to order. Ms. Marsh will be at Family Literacy Night this Thursday from 5-7pm to take orders. #proudcardinal
1 day ago, Karen Roys
Dryden Elementary Spiritwear adult sizes: S-3x Youth sizes: S-xl Design A cardinal read shirt with whit yellow, and black print Design B Spider tie dye with red,yellow, white print *not available in crewneck sweatshirt Design c *grpahite grey shirt with red, yellow, & black print Design d White shirt with red, yellow, and balck print Design E black shirt with red and white print Indicate youth sices with “y” in front of size *make checks payable to: Dryden Community Schools Total = *Designs and shirt colors are indicated in above description t-shirt $15 Long sleeve tee $20 crewneck sweatshirt $25 hoodie $30 sizes 2x-3x $3 orders dueL April 10th *turn orders into teacher name: PhoneL Teacher: Any questions regarding apparel contact inkspot 810-441-7016
Congratulations to #proudcardinal seniors Kaeleigh Gourieux and Logan Romain! Their Lapeer EdTech Broadcast News Production Team (including Imlay City's Montanna Eads and North Branch's Van Wilder) placed 5th at the Business Professionals of America State Leadership Conference in Grand Rapids. Photos courtesy The Edge LC.
1 day ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
photo of four high school students, professionally dressed and holding plaques
March is Reading Month - Monday, March 16 BK - 2nd: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_NGecEjMDew 3rd - 6th: https://youtu.be/uke7KZ8OoCw #proudcardinal
1 day ago, Karen Roys
Monday, March 16 K-2nd Grade Third Read Trivia question: How many stars are on the flag now, and what do they represent? 3rd-6th Chapter 12 trivia question: Who had King George hired to help alongside the British? How to draw the American flag Audio Read Ch. 13 Audio
In Michigan, students aged 6-18 must attend school. We want to help before it becomes a legal issue - let's work together. Contact the front office with attendance challenges you have so we can problem solve together. #drydenelementaryattendance #strivefor5 #stayinschool #communitycare
1 day ago, Karen Roys
Dryden Elementary Strive for 5 2025-2026 attendance initiative thank you for sending your child to school today! Law reminder In Michigan, students aged 6-18 must attend school. We want to help before it becomes a legal issue - let’s work together.
Check out this week's issue of The Dryden Red and Black! https://app.smore.com/n/5djyt
1 day ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
Our $5 Book Fair is Thursday, March 19, from 5-7pm and on Friday, March 20, during the school day. #proudcardinal
1 day ago, Karen Roys
$5 Book Fair all books just $5 (included tax) cash only during the school day *student’s money should be sent to school in a labeled envelope or Ziploc bag March 20 dryden elementary “open during the school day for students “also pen on March 19th from 5-7pm during family literacy night and Kdg/PreK round up paperpie learning educational services representative
Mark your calendar for our Family Literacy Night this Thursday from 5-7pm. #proudcardinal
2 days ago, Karen Roys
Dryden Elementary Family Literacy Night Thursday, March 19 Let’s celebrate our country’s 250th anniversary of the signing of the declaration of independence. This free event will be held in conjunction with our preschool and kindergarten roundup.all current and future Pre-K through 6th grade families invited. Fun activity stations and games. Musical performance at 5:30 $5 book fair Native American brochures on display check out the Prek art fair red white and blue
We are SO proud of these students for following the Cardinal 3 (safety, respect, and responsibility). #proudcardinal
4 days ago, Karen Roys
We are SO proud of these students for following the Cardinal 3 (safety, respect, and responsibility). #proudcardinal
Hey elementary age students, are you looking for a fun, crafty project to do this weekend? Don't forget that our Build an American Symbol projects are due this Wednesday, March 18. How about working on one over the weekend? #proudcardinal
4 days ago, Karen Roys
Build an American symbol (optional family project) in celebration of the 25th anniversary of the declaration of independence. Happy birthday, America! Choose an american symbol (ie eagle, Statue of Liberty, flag, White House, Liberty Bell, monuments, etc.) to make from everyday material such as cardboard boxes, recyclables, paper, etc. Your design should be tabletop in size. Be as simple or as creative as you'd like! Turn in Deadline: Wednesday, March 18th entries will be on display in the media center at our family literacy night on March 19. Students will be voting for their favorite symbol design beginning March 19th. The winner will be announced at our March Reading Month Closing assembly on March 27th. Great prizes awarded!
Dryden Community Schools Spring Break
March 30-April 6
Return to school on Tuesday, April 7, 2026
4 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
background of purple flowers