CRAFT VENDOR FAIR — OCTOBER 17TH!

Come shop local, support our amazing community, and help us support the Dryden Elementary PTA!

We’re looking for vendors of all kinds! If you make it, bake it, grow it, or sell it, we’d love to have you join us!

✨ Craft vendors
🌾 Farm & homestead vendors
🍪 Bakers & food vendors
🛍️ Small businesses
🎁 Makers & artisans
…and more!

Whether you’re a seasoned vendor or just getting started, we’d love to showcase what you do while supporting a great cause! #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes
about 5 hours ago, Karen Roys
1st annual Dryden Elementary PTA craft & vendor Market Saturday, Oct. 17 9am-3pm admission: $3 per person (6& under free) dryden elementary school 3835 n mill rod dryden, MI 48428 vendors needed! 10 ft space w/2 folding chairs - $30 tables to rent - additional $15 (limited availability) set up available: Friday, october 16th 5pm-7pm Saturday, October 17 7am questions: Call or test Brittany Pytleski @810-627-4743 or email drydenpta25@gmail.com
First graders worked in groups to design posters to help students remember how to play safe and have fun on our playground. #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5Gl #Sweepstakes
about 6 hours ago, Karen Roys
First graders worked in groups to design posters to help students remember how to play safe and have fun on our playground.
First graders worked in groups to design posters to help students remember how to play safe and have fun on our playground.
First graders worked in groups to design posters to help students remember how to play safe and have fun on our playground.
First graders worked in groups to design posters to help students remember how to play safe and have fun on our playground.
First graders worked in groups to design posters to help students remember how to play safe and have fun on our playground.
First graders worked in groups to design posters to help students remember how to play safe and have fun on our playground.
First graders worked in groups to design posters to help students remember how to play safe and have fun on our playground.
Coming next week....Coin War! To benefit the Imagination Library Fund at Four County Community Foundation for our Dryden children ages 1-5. #growingreaders #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes
about 7 hours ago, Karen Roys
Sept. 21-25 Coin War Day 1, 2, and 3: Sept. 21, 22, 23 (pennies & paper!) Each day, bring in all your pennies to “add points” to your class can. (Dollars are accepted, but no silver coins on these days.) Day 4 & 5: Sept. 24 & 25 (Silvers) Bring in all your silver coins to “Bomb” the other classes. Silver coins “subtract points” from class cans. Each day, students will have a chance to pick the class an they want to bomb. (Silver coins only! Pennies and collars not accepted on these days) Prize The class with the most points left at the end of the week will win a special prize. Help us to grow readers Proceeds will go to the Friends of the Imagination Library Fund at Four County Community Foundation to provide 1 new book each month for Dryden residents ages birth to 5. Foud county Community Foundation Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Sponsored by the Dryden Elementary Student Library Board question? Contact Mrs. Knox at dknox@drydenschools.org
Are you in the market for any Dryden wear? #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes
about 18 hours ago, Karen Roys
Elementary Spirit Wear Fundraiser proceeds go to putting on an amazing field day. Order forms are due Sept. 30. Ms. Marsh mmarsh@drydenschools.org.
Dryden Elementary Spiritwear adult sizes: 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 *graphite grey shirt with red, yellow, & black print Design d White shirt with red, yellow, and black 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 *turn orders into teacher name: PhoneL Teacher: Any questions regarding apparel contact inkspot 810-441-7016
Enrollment is NOW OPEN for Dryden FREE Pre-K for All for the 2026–2027 school year!

If your child will be preschool age next school year, now is the perfect time to register! Our FREE Pre-K for All program provides high-quality early learning experiences at no cost to families, helping children build the skills and confidence they need for preschool, kindergarten, and beyond.

Engaging learning experiences
Social and emotional growth
Kindergarten readiness
Caring and supportive teachers

Spots are limited, so don’t wait!

Scan the QR code to enroll online today.

If you have any questions about eligibility or the enrollment process, please feel free to reach out. We look forward to welcoming your child for an amazing year of learning, growth, and fun!
about 19 hours ago, Karen Roys
Free Pre-K For 4 year old Dryden GSRP Preschool Where learning, play, and fun begin! ALL income levels accepted high quality, certified teachers, breakfast, lunch, and snack provided, transportation, fiel trips & hands on Full days Monday-Thursday Now accepting applications2026-2027 school year PreK for all 810-448-4086 Lkoroleski@drydenschools.org. Lindsay Koroleski Dryden Community Schools.
📸 Picture Day is Thursday, October 15!

Photo Factory will be at Dryden Community Schools for:

📷 Dryden Elementary School Picture Day
📷 Dryden High School Picture Retake Day

Families may view information and order pictures at PhotoFactoryUSA.com.

Elementary password: drydenel
High School password: drydenhs

Come ready to smile! 😁

#DrydenCardinals #PictureDay #PictureRetakeDay #PhotoFactory @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes
about 21 hours ago, Karen Roys
Dryden Elementary School Picture Day Dryden high School Picture Retake Day Thursday, October 15 Photo factory order online: PhotoFactoreyUSA.com Elementary password:drydenel High school password: drydenhs caring learning leading together
Who says fundraising has to be a hassle? No selling, no ordering, no door-to-door—just an easy way to support our Dryden Elementary staff and students!

Our PTA No Fuss Fundraiser is a simple way for families, friends, and our amazing community to support the PTA and the fun experiences we create throughout the school year.

✨ Your support makes a difference! Proceeds from this fundraiser will help make our upcoming Boo Bash a spooktacular night for our students and families, while also helping fund future PTA events and activities!

🖤 Less fuss. More fun. More memories! 🖤

Thank you for supporting Dryden Elementary PTA! 🎉 @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes #proudcardinal
about 21 hours ago, Karen Roys
Dryden PTA No Fuss Fundraiser Sept. 1-25th Dryden PTO will have the first No Fuss Fundraiser to start the 2065-2027 school year. This only requires a monetary donation from our cardinal supporters. Sales walking jogging dancing monetary tax deductible donations ways to donate card using qr code cash check made to dryden elementary PTA $10 thanks for not asking me to sell cookies or candy $25 thanks for not requiring me to set up a personal fundraising page $50 what I would have spent on new clothes for an event $75 express my appreciation for not doing anything at all for this fundraiser. This is a voluntary fundraiser. You may choose to participate in lieu, in addition to, any of our other fundraisers we will do throughout the year. All donations are tax deductible. If you send a check please make it out to Dryden Elementary PTA. Thank you for your donation.
Double the style, double the fun! 👯‍♀️

Today’s Homecoming Spirit Week theme was Twin Day, and our Cardinals showed up in matching style! ❤️🖤

#TwinDay #HomecomingSpiritWeek #DrydenCardinals #CardinalPride
about 21 hours ago, Mary Finnigan
Double the style, double the fun! 👯‍♀️ Today’s Homecoming Spirit Week theme was Twin Day, and our Cardinals showed up in matching style! ❤️🖤 #TwinDay #HomecomingSpiritWeek #DrydenCardinals #CardinalPride
📸 Picture Day is Thursday, October 15!

Photo Factory will be at Dryden Community Schools for:

📷 Dryden Elementary School Picture Day
📷 Dryden High School Picture Retake Day

Families may view information and order pictures at PhotoFactoryUSA.com.

Elementary password: drydenel
High School password: drydenhs

Come ready to smile! 😁

#DrydenCardinals #PictureDay #PictureRetakeDay #PhotoFactory
about 22 hours ago, Mary Finnigan
📸 Picture Day is Thursday, October 15! Photo Factory will be at Dryden Community Schools for: 📷 Dryden Elementary School Picture Day 📷 Dryden High School Picture Retake Day Families may view information and order pictures at PhotoFactoryUSA.com. Elementary password: drydenel High School password: drydenhs Come ready to smile! 😁 #DrydenCardinals #PictureDay #PictureRetakeDay #PhotoFactory
🏐 It’s Game Day! 🏐

The Dryden Cardinals are hitting the road to take on the Deckerville Eagles tonight!

📅 Tuesday, September 15
📍 Deckerville High School
⏰ 7:00 p.m.

Good luck, Cardinals! ❤️🖤

#DrydenCardinals #GameDay #CardinalPride #DrydenVolleyball
about 23 hours ago, Mary Finnigan
🏐 It’s Game Day! 🏐 The Dryden Cardinals are hitting the road to take on the Deckerville Eagles tonight! 📅 Tuesday, September 15 📍 Deckerville High School ⏰ 7:00 p.m. Good luck, Cardinals! ❤️🖤 #DrydenCardinals #GameDay #CardinalPride #DrydenVolleyball
If you are interested in either position please apply on Indeed.com. #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes
1 day ago, Karen Roys
We’re hiring join our #proudcardinal family assistant teacher for strong beginnings/GSRP CDA required
We’re hiring join our #proudcardinal family early childhood behaviorist
🏀 Cramer Basketball Preseason Skills Clinic

Dryden Basketball is excited to host the Cramer Basketball Preseason Skills Clinic on October 24 and 25 at Dryden High School!

📍 Dryden High School
3866 Rochester Road
Dryden, MI 48428

Grades 3–5

October 24: 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
October 25: 1:00–3:00 p.m.

Grades 6–8

October 24: 12:30–2:30 p.m.
October 25: 3:00–5:00 p.m.

Cost for Dryden students:

$35 for both days
$20 for one day

Cost for non-Dryden students:

$40 for both days
$25 for one day

Athletes will receive high-intensity, detailed instruction and participate in game-applicable drills designed to help them prepare for the upcoming season.

Register using the QR code on the flyer or visit:
🏀 cramerbasketball.com/camps-training
2 days ago, Mary Finnigan
🏀 Cramer Basketball Preseason Skills Clinic Dryden Basketball is excited to host the Cramer Basketball Preseason Skills Clinic on October 24 and 25 at Dryden High School! 📍 Dryden High School 3866 Rochester Road Dryden, MI 48428 Grades 3–5 October 24: 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. October 25: 1:00–3:00 p.m. Grades 6–8 October 24: 12:30–2:30 p.m. October 25: 3:00–5:00 p.m. Cost for Dryden students: $35 for both days $20 for one day Cost for non-Dryden students: $40 for both days $25 for one day Athletes will receive high-intensity, detailed instruction and participate in game-applicable drills designed to help them prepare for the upcoming season. Register using the QR code on the flyer or visit: 🏀 cramerbasketball.com/camps-training
Dryden Elementary Parents — We Want You!
Looking for a fun way to get involved, meet other families, and make a difference at Dryden Elementary? Join the Dryden Elementary PTA! Your ideas, time, and support help make school events, activities, and special experiences even better for our kids.
PTA Meetings:
First Friday of every month. Most meetings will be held via Zoom
The first Friday of every quarter will be held in person at Dryden Elementary School
Whether you can volunteer a little or a lot, there’s a place for everyone in the PTA!
Come join us, share your ideas, and be part of the Dryden Elementary community.
Parents + PTA = A stronger school community!
#proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes
2 days ago, Karen Roys
Dryden Elementary PTO volunteer form for the 2026 -2027 school year paid parent/guardian information full name: address: phone number: email address: preferred contact method email, text phone best time to contact you student information child’s name grade teacher (if known) volunteer opportunities please check all the areas you’re interested in helping with events and activities trunk or treat teacher appreciation spirit night holiday events end of year celebrations daddy daughter dance mother son night book fair mom to mom sale school support areasL copying/laminating fundraising support hospitality/food donations decorating/setup whatever needed communications social media photography school newsletter graphic design/flyers website updated tell us a little more plans to attend PTA meetings fingerprinted for school volunteering completed background check interested in PTA leadership opportunities prefer to support through donations would like to help from home anything else you’d like to share? Thanks you for being a part of our school community.
Applications are now available for the Student Library Board and are due September 16. They are due soon! Pick one up from Mrs. Knox or in the main office. Meetings are twice a month after school on Tuesdays.
#growingreaders #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes
2 days ago, Karen Roys
looking for 3rd, 4th, 5th, & 6th grades for this year's student library board space is limited and students will be selected by an application process. applications are dut to Mrs. Knox by Sept. 16. Notes: Meeting will be after school on Tuesdays twice a month.
🏐 IT’S GAME DAY!

The Dryden Junior High 7th and 8th grade girls’ volleyball teams take on Memphis tonight at home!

🆚 Memphis
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Dryden High School

Come out and cheer on our Cardinals! Good luck, ladies! ❤️🖤

#DrydenCardinals #JHVolleyball #GameDay #CardinalPride #GoCardinals
2 days ago, Mary Finnigan
🏐 IT’S GAME DAY! The Dryden Junior High 7th and 8th grade girls’ volleyball teams take on Memphis tonight at home! 🆚 Memphis 🕕 6:00 p.m. 📍 Dryden High School Come out and cheer on our Cardinals! Good luck, ladies! ❤️🖤 #DrydenCardinals #JHVolleyball #GameDay #CardinalPride #GoCardinals
2nd grade played “Roll a Dice Buddy” to review library book care rules. #proudcardinal
2 days ago, Karen Roys
2nd grade played “Roll a Dice Buddy” to review library book care rules. #proudcardinal
2nd grade played “Roll a Dice Buddy” to review library book care rules. #proudcardinal
2nd grade played “Roll a Dice Buddy” to review library book care rules. #proudcardinal
It’s Student-Teacher Swap Day at Dryden High School!

Laynie did an amazing job dressing up as Mr. Tresnak, while Mrs. Torok transformed into Spencer! We love seeing the creativity and school spirit during Homecoming Week!

Who do you think nailed the look best? ❤️🖤

#DrydenCardinals #HomecomingSpiritWeek #StudentTeacherSwap #CardinalPride #GoCardinals
2 days ago, Mary Finnigan
It’s Student-Teacher Swap Day at Dryden High School! Laynie did an amazing job dressing up as Mr. Tresnak, while Mrs. Torok transformed into Spencer! We love seeing the creativity and school spirit during Homecoming Week! Who do you think nailed the look best? ❤️🖤 #DrydenCardinals #HomecomingSpiritWeek #StudentTeacherSwap #CardinalPride #GoCardinals
🎉 It’s Homecoming Spirit Week at Dryden High School! 🎉

We’re ready for a fun week of Cardinal Pride as we celebrate Homecoming! ❤️🖤 Students and staff are encouraged to join in each day’s theme:

📚 Monday – Student-Teacher Swap
Teachers dress like students, and students dress like teachers!

👯 Tuesday – Twin Day
Grab a friend—or a group—and dress alike!

🤍 Wednesday – White Lie Day
Wear a shirt with a funny, school-appropriate “white lie.”

🏛️ Thursday – Toga Day
Togas are encouraged, but please remember that appropriate clothing must be worn underneath.

❤️🖤 Friday – Red & Black School Spirit Day
Wear your Cardinal gear and show your Dryden pride!

Let’s make it a great week and fill the halls with school spirit!

Go Cardinals! ❤️🖤
2 days ago, Mary Finnigan
🎉 It’s Homecoming Spirit Week at Dryden High School! 🎉 We’re ready for a fun week of Cardinal Pride as we celebrate Homecoming! ❤️🖤 Students and staff are encouraged to join in each day’s theme: 📚 Monday – Student-Teacher Swap Teachers dress like students, and students dress like teachers! 👯 Tuesday – Twin Day Grab a friend—or a group—and dress alike! 🤍 Wednesday – White Lie Day Wear a shirt with a funny, school-appropriate “white lie.” 🏛️ Thursday – Toga Day Togas are encouraged, but please remember that appropriate clothing must be worn underneath. ❤️🖤 Friday – Red & Black School Spirit Day Wear your Cardinal gear and show your Dryden pride! Let’s make it a great week and fill the halls with school spirit! Go Cardinals! ❤️🖤
📅 First Few Weeks = Routine Weeks 📅
Try to avoid “just one extra day” of vacation once school begins. The first few week sets habits that last all year.

Need support or want to learn more? Visit fewerthan5.com. Funding for Strive for Fewer than Five materials is supported by the MiFamily Engagement Centers and MiLEAP. #proudcardinal @TMobile @drydencardinals #FN5GL #Sweepstakes
2 days ago, Karen Roys
Strive for fewer than 5 Being present from the first few weeks helps students building strong habits that keep them on trakc and set the foundation for success all year long MILEAP fewer than 5.com MIFamily engagement centers
Dryden High School Parent Teacher Conferences

Parent Teacher Conferences are coming up! We invite parents and guardians to stop in, meet with teachers, and talk about how your student is doing so far this school year.

📅 Wednesday, October 7
🕔 5:00–8:00 PM

📅 Thursday, October 8
🕓 4:00–7:00 PM

We look forward to seeing you at Dryden High School! ❤️🖤
2 days ago, Mary Finnigan
📚 Dryden High School Parent Teacher Conferences Parent Teacher Conferences are coming up! We invite parents and guardians to stop in, meet with teachers, and talk about how your student is doing so far this school year. 📅 Wednesday, October 7 🕔 5:00–8:00 PM 📅 Thursday, October 8 🕓 4:00–7:00 PM We look forward to seeing you at Dryden High School! ❤️🖤