DRYDEN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

Dryden Community Schools are closed today, Thursday, January 15, 2026, due to poor road conditions. Snow Day Childcare is open. Please be safe!

Thank You to the Dryden Community Schools School Board for your countless hours of work supporting our students, our staff, and our schools.
Nathan Spencer - President
Jim Napolitano - Vice President
Larry Czapiewski - Secretary
Paulette Wright - Treasurer
Trustees -Jackie Buffo, Ray Hall, and Holly Yatros
Happy School Board Appreciation Month!

What’s better than a student giving a book talk to her peers? A student initiating it all on her own! Great presentation, Sophie! #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.

1st graders grabbed a bear buddy this week in the library and read to  it. #growingreaders #proudcardinal

Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Olivia Zellers for being accepted to Central Michigan University! #ReachHigher #BetterMakeRoom #CollegeBoundMI #SixtyBy30 #FireUpChips

We're excited to announce an amazing opportunity for our 4th-6th grade girls! Dryden Elementary Volleyball is here! Interested or have questions? Call Coach Katz Rhodes at (810) 922-8019.
https://aptg.co/zHtJcC

Open to grades 4-6! The Lapeer Community Center is hosting a Kids Night Out Glow Party!!
https://aptg.co/dTtZf9

🏐 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

Congratulations to our December High Flyers! Thank you for following the Cardinal Three - Safety, Respect, Responsibility - and for setting an example for your peers! #proudcardinal

#proudcardinal Varsity Boys Basketball
12 January 2026
Armada 59, Dryden 55
Team Record 4-6; League 1-0

Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Cara Prusakiewicz for being accepted to Duquesne University! #ReachHigher #BetterMakeRoom #CollegeBoundMI #SixtyBy30

Do you have a youngster at home? If so, this news is for you. Please share this. #proudcardinal

Congratulations to our November High Flyers! Thank you for following the Cardinal Three - Safety, Respect, Responsibility - and for setting an example for your peers! #proudcardinal

We're excited to announce an amazing opportunity for our 4th-6th grade girls! Dryden Elementary Volleyball is here! Interested or have questions? Call Coach Katz Rhodes at (810) 922-8019.
https://aptg.co/zHtJcC

Dear Dryden Elementary Families,

The Dryden Elementary PTA is looking for parent volunteers to help support our upcoming Winter Book Fair! This is always a favorite event for our students, and we truly appreciate your help in making it a success.

Winter Book Fair – Daytime Volunteers
We will need 2 parent volunteers each day from 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM to assist in the library during the book fair.

Family Book Fair Night – Tuesday, February 3
We are also excited to host a Family Book Fair Night on Tuesday, February 3, from 4:00 PM – 6:30 PM. For this evening event, we will need:

1 parent volunteer from 4:00 PM – 5:15 PM

1 parent volunteer from 5:15 PM – 6:30 PM

The PTA will request volunteers now and will confirm availability closer to the event dates to ensure coverage in the library on those days.

Important Reminder:
All volunteers must have a completed background check form on file with the main office by January 23 in order to help.

If you are interested in volunteering, please email Drydenpta25@gmail.com.

Your support makes a meaningful difference for our school community, and we are very grateful for your time and help.

Thank you for supporting Dryden Elementary and our readers!

Warm regards,

Brittany Pytleski
Dryden Elementary PTA

Don't miss this information on our Daddy/Daughter Dance. #proudcardinal

Congratulations to our October High Flyers! Thank you for following the Cardinal Three - Safety, Respect, Responsibility - and for setting an example for your peers! #proudcardinal

Our Kindergarten and Begindergarten classes will have their LEAF kick-off later this month. Our next deposit day for grades BK-6 is February 10. #proudcardinal

Congratulations to #proudcardinal senior Rowan Handley for being accepted to St. Clair County Community College! #ReachHigher #BetterMakeRoom #CollegeBoundMI #SixtyBy30