Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Rowan Handley for being accepted to Northern Michigan University! #ReachHigher #BetterMakeRoom #CollegeBoundMI #SixtyBy30
Check out this week's edition of The Dryden Red and Black! https://app.smore.com/n/p34x1
Halfway there - keep up the attendance streak!
MYTH and FACT - Myth - Elementary attendance doesn't affect lifelong success. Fact - Strong attendance in early years sets the stage for academic achievement, graduation, and career readiness. These skills last a lifetime. #DrydenElementaryAttendance #Strivefor5 #KeepShowingUp
MYTH and FACT - Myth - Elementary attendance doesn't affect lifelong success. Fact - Strong attendance in early years sets the stage for academic achievement, graduation, and career readiness. These skills last a lifetime. #DrydenElementaryAttendance #Strivefor5 #KeepShowingUp
Thank you to the anonymous donor that sent us two books from our Giving Tree. #growingreaders #proudcardinal
Happy New Year!
Wishing you a happy and healthy 2026.
May love and laughter fill your new year.
#proudcardinal
Wishing you a happy and healthy 2026.
May love and laughter fill your new year.
#proudcardinal
🏐 Elementary Volleyball Interest – Grades 4–6 🏐
Dryden Community Schools is exploring elementary volleyball for girls in grades 4–6 this winter! This would be a fun, developmental introduction to the sport — no experience needed.
📅 Tentative Play Dates
• Feb 7 – Deckerville
• Feb 21 – Peck
• Feb 28 – Mayville
✔️ Mini-tournament format
✔️ Guaranteed matches
✔️ Lower nets & youth volleyballs
✔️ Focus on learning & participation
💲 Cost: $25 (includes a team T-shirt)
💙 Fee assistance available — no student will be excluded due to financial need.
We’re gauging interest only at this time. More details will follow if there is enough interest.
📧 Questions or interested? Contact Brian Tresnak, Athletic Director, btresnak@drydenschools.org
Dryden Community Schools is exploring elementary volleyball for girls in grades 4–6 this winter! This would be a fun, developmental introduction to the sport — no experience needed.
📅 Tentative Play Dates
• Feb 7 – Deckerville
• Feb 21 – Peck
• Feb 28 – Mayville
✔️ Mini-tournament format
✔️ Guaranteed matches
✔️ Lower nets & youth volleyballs
✔️ Focus on learning & participation
💲 Cost: $25 (includes a team T-shirt)
💙 Fee assistance available — no student will be excluded due to financial need.
We’re gauging interest only at this time. More details will follow if there is enough interest.
📧 Questions or interested? Contact Brian Tresnak, Athletic Director, btresnak@drydenschools.org
The Giving Tree is up and ready for ornaments to be added. Check out the online Wish List and donate a book to the library in honor of a teacher or student. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/22G774EVMNA4J?ref_=wl_share #proudcardinal
Attention #proudcardinal Class of 2026 Parents:
If you're looking for a great way to honor your 2026 graduate, consider purchasing a Recognition Ad in this year's yearbook. A 1/4 page ad costs $80. There are several formats from which to choose. Here are some examples from last year's yearbook. A limited number of ads are available and are sold on a "first come - first served" basis. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mrs. Palmerini at bpalmerini@drydenschools.org. Follow this link to start your recognition ad today! jostensadservice.com/student
If you're looking for a great way to honor your 2026 graduate, consider purchasing a Recognition Ad in this year's yearbook. A 1/4 page ad costs $80. There are several formats from which to choose. Here are some examples from last year's yearbook. A limited number of ads are available and are sold on a "first come - first served" basis. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mrs. Palmerini at bpalmerini@drydenschools.org. Follow this link to start your recognition ad today! jostensadservice.com/student
Merry Christmas!
The gift of love. The gift of peace. The gift of happiness.
May all these be yours at Christmas.
#proudcardinal
The gift of love. The gift of peace. The gift of happiness.
May all these be yours at Christmas.
#proudcardinal
🎄❤️ From Our Hearts to Yours — Thank You! ❤️🎄
On behalf of the PTA, we want to share our deepest gratitude with the incredible businesses and families who helped make our Christmas employee lunch and student surprise so special. Your generosity, kindness, and willingness to give back truly touched our hearts and brought so much joy to our school.
🍽️ Gregg’s Restaurant in Metamora Thank you for providing such wonderful, delicious food that made our staff feel appreciated and celebrated.
🧁 Sweet Pea’s Your beautiful and amazing baked treats were made with love and enjoyed by all.
🎂🍕 Buccilli’s Cakes & Pizza The cherry chip cake was absolutely amazing and such a thoughtful addition.
🥕 That’s It Thank you for making sure every single student received a healthy snack. Your generosity reached each child in a meaningful way.
🎄💚 The Kurtzhal Family Thank you for sharing the Grinch costume and helping us surprise our students with a moment they will never forget. The smiles and laughter said it all!
We are beyond grateful to be part of a community filled with such caring, generous, and supportive businesses and families. You helped create memories, spread joy, and remind us how special our school community truly is. 💫
Thank you for making this holiday season so magical. ❤️🎁
On behalf of the PTA, we want to share our deepest gratitude with the incredible businesses and families who helped make our Christmas employee lunch and student surprise so special. Your generosity, kindness, and willingness to give back truly touched our hearts and brought so much joy to our school.
🍽️ Gregg’s Restaurant in Metamora Thank you for providing such wonderful, delicious food that made our staff feel appreciated and celebrated.
🧁 Sweet Pea’s Your beautiful and amazing baked treats were made with love and enjoyed by all.
🎂🍕 Buccilli’s Cakes & Pizza The cherry chip cake was absolutely amazing and such a thoughtful addition.
🥕 That’s It Thank you for making sure every single student received a healthy snack. Your generosity reached each child in a meaningful way.
🎄💚 The Kurtzhal Family Thank you for sharing the Grinch costume and helping us surprise our students with a moment they will never forget. The smiles and laughter said it all!
We are beyond grateful to be part of a community filled with such caring, generous, and supportive businesses and families. You helped create memories, spread joy, and remind us how special our school community truly is. 💫
Thank you for making this holiday season so magical. ❤️🎁
Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Logan Romain, who was named the Lapeer EdTech Digital Media Arts Student of the Month for November! We're so proud of you!
The Giving Tree is up and ready for ornaments to be added. Check out the online Wish List and donate a book to the library in honor of a teacher or student. https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/22G774EVMNA4J?ref_=wl_share #proudcardinal
Congratulations to the winners of the Project Graduation Meat Raffle!
1st - Mickey Webb
2nd - Dave Adams
3rd - James Johnson
Thank you for your support!
1st - Mickey Webb
2nd - Dave Adams
3rd - James Johnson
Thank you for your support!
#proudcardinal Varsity Boys Basketball
19 December 2025
Oakland Christian 71, Dryden 55
Team Record 3-4
19 December 2025
Oakland Christian 71, Dryden 55
Team Record 3-4
Kdg and 2nd grade students brought home their first round of Friday Book Bags, just in time for Winter Break! Students can practice reading these 3 decodable books in order to improve their decoding and fluency skills. K-2 parents, please fill out this anonymous survey to help us gain important information about reading at home: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdaLokR4H0i-DypSjs8uc0I9eenGWNN_dRbmmhMGT4RfachdA/viewform?usp=header
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.
Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Chloe DeLoy for being accepted to Roanoke College! #ReachHigher #BetterMakeRoom #CollegeBoundMI #SixtyBy30
Zane and the rest of his 6th grade classmates each gave a book talk today on their favorite books. #proudcardinal #growingreaders
Congratulations to these #proudcardinal student-athletes on their post-season honors!
Tri-City Times All Area Football Team
First Team: Gianni Coscione, Santiago Perales, Brady Schneider
Second Team: Gavin Prusakiewicz, Rowan Handley, Callum Brown, Luke Taylor
Tri-City Times All Area Football Team
First Team: Gianni Coscione, Santiago Perales, Brady Schneider
Second Team: Gavin Prusakiewicz, Rowan Handley, Callum Brown, Luke Taylor
This week the student Library Board prepared their read-aloud for the preschoolers and started to add some winter decoration to the library windows. #proudcardinal
