DRYDEN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

3rd graders found some time to enjoy their books in the library this week. #growingreaders #proudcardinal

We are proud to announce that Dryden High School (grades 7 & 8) has been recognized as a U.S. News Best Middle School for the second year in a row! Schools were assessed on their pupils’ proficiencies in mathematics and reading, as measured by state assessment tests. Half of the ranking formula was the results themselves; the other half was the results in the context of socioeconomic demographics. In other words, the top-ranked schools are high-achieving ones that succeed in educating all of their students. Congratulations to our students, staff, and families for their hard work!

One week from today!
No School on Friday, November 14

#proudcardinal English 8 students created their own inkblots and interviewed their classmates to discover the images in them

#proudcardinal Link Crew leaders ran a lesson about Achieving Excellence for the 7th graders today.

Calling all future Cardinals! ❤️🖤
Do you love basketball? Want to play with your friends and improve your game?
Join Dryden Elementary Boys’ Basketball — Grades 3–6!
Space is limited — register today!
Email: coachdelcampo@aol.com

One week from today! Half day of school on Thursday, November 13, due to Parent-Teacher Conferences at the Elementary. Dryden Elementary Dismissal at 12:10 p.m.; Dryden High School Dismissal at 10:35 a.m. A.M. EdTech Attends EdTech.

#proudcardinal Junior High Girls Basketball
11.5.25
Dryden 9, Peck 8

Mrs. Russell's class enjoyed some delicious ice cream to celebrate winning the candy war. Thank you to everyone who donated! #proudcardinal

🍂 Thanksgiving Can Drive at Dryden High School! 🥫

The Dryden High School Student Council is hosting a Thanksgiving Can Drive from October 27 to November 19! All non-perishable food items are welcome and may be brought into first-hour classes.

🍩 The #proudcardinal first hour class that collects the most cans will win donuts!
Let’s come together as a school community to help families in need this holiday season. ❤️

Calling all #proudcardinal high school girls! If you're interested in playing Varsity Girls Basketball, there will be a meeting on Monday at 10:30 a.m. in Mr. Tresnak's room.

#proudcardinal Junior High Girls Basketball
11.3.25
Capac 30, Dryden 12

Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Logan Romain on his acceptance to Central Michigan University! #ReachHigher #BetterMakeRoom #CollegeBoundMI #SixtyBy30 #FireUpChips

#proudcardinal Varsity Volleyball
3 November 2025
MHSAA Districts Round 1
Dryden vs. St. Thomas Moore
25-18 W, 25-23 W, 13-25 L, 12-25 L, 12-15 L

Wow!! Eva started reading over the summer and is now up to 50 books in the 500 Books Before Middle School Challenge. #growingreaders #proudcardinal

🎉 THANK YOU, Cardinal Family! 🎉

Our Candy Monsters came HUNGRY… and you fed them well! 😋
They gobbled up a spooktacular 340.46 pounds of candy!! 🍬🍫🍭

You made Trunk or Treat and Boo Bash an absolute blast!
We couldn’t have done it without you! ❤️

Now our monsters are heading back to the Cardinal Cave to rest up…
until next time, sweet friends! 👋🦇 #proudcardinal

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Join us today!
Donating blood is as easy as pie! Please help save lives by donating blood at Dryden High School on November 4. Make your appointment here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/ Use code drydenhs
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Donating blood is as easy as pie! Please help save lives tomorrow by donating blood at Dryden High School on November 4. Make your appointment here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/ Use code drydenhs
https://5il.co/3ppb9

Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Hayden Blair on his acceptance to Grand Valley State University! #ReachHigher #BetterMakeRoom #CollegeBoundMI #SixtyBy30

Staff Shoutout to Mrs. Marsh!! Thank you Ms. Marsh for welcoming students at the door every day!

MYTH and FACT - Myth: My child is smart-they can afford to miss days. Fact: Attendance is about more than grades. Regular presence builds confidence, social skills, and responsibility that can't be made up at home. #drydenelementaryattendance #strivefor5 #schoolfamily #positivestart