Today, we celebrate Presidents’ Day, honoring the leadership and legacy of those who have served as President of the United States.

Their dedication to our nation reminds us of the importance of service, integrity, and civic responsibility.

We encourage our #proudcardinal students and families to take a moment to reflect on the history of our country and the role each of us plays in shaping its future.
14 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
cardinal logo; red and white boards; white stars on blue background

Let’s show some Dryden pride and help one of our own shine! 🌟

Mrs. Katz Rhodes from Dryden Elementary is a finalist for the Elementary Teacher of the Year through the Flint Firebirds Foundation’s Teacher of the Year Award! Out of 266 educators and more than 13,000 votes in the first round, Katz is now in the Top 10 — and the final round of voting is open!

Now it’s up to us to help bring it home for Dryden! ❤️🖤

🗳 Vote for Katz Rhodes (Elementary category) before Monday, February 23 at 5 p.m.
🔗 Cast your vote here: https://chl.ca/ohl-firebirds/teacher-of-the-year/

Let’s rally together and support Mrs. Rhodes — a teacher who makes a difference every single day at Dryden Elementary!

14 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
cardinal logo; flint firebirds logo
Congratulations to #proudcardinal Varsity Bowlers Chloe DeLoy and Dylan Lasher! These student-athletes earned Big Thumb Conference All-Conference Honors. We're so proud of you!
14 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
cardinal logo; big thumb conference conference logo; bowling pins and ball photo
Thank you to our Kindness Club for sponsoring Kindness Week! #proudcardinal
14 days ago, Karen Roys
Dryden Elementary Kindness Week Spirit Days Feb. 17-20, 2026 Tuesday - Hats off to Kindness Wear your favorite hat and help a teacher or friend. Wednesday dream of kindness wear your pjs and write a note to someone Thursday - peace, love, and kindness wear tye dye and give someone a compliment Friday - team kindness wear your dryden gear and a smile at everyone
Congratulations to #proudcardinal Jaxon Buffo, Dryden's Junior High Spelling Bee winner, and runner-up Charlee Bowerson! Jaxon will represent our school at the Lapeer County Spelling Bee on March 24 at 6:30 pm at Lapeer County Ed Tech.
15 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
two junior high students sitting
Happy National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day to our own SRO Betts! We love seeing you every day, and we appreciate what you do for our #proudcardinal students, families, and staff! Drop a kind comment below.
15 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
ai generated school resource officer image with school, school bus, and students in the background
A Quick Reminder...No School for Students
Friday, February 13 or Monday, February 16
15 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
bulletin board; sticky note, cardinal logo
Happy Valentine's Day to our #proudcardinal family!
16 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
paper hearts; cardinal logo
Congratulations to your #proudcardinal Varsity Boys Basketball Team! With their overtime win against Kingston, Dryden clinched the Big Thumb Conference Blue Division championship!
16 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
group photo of high school boys basketball team celebrating their league championship; Big Thumb Conference logo
#proudcardinal Varsity Boys Basketball
13 February 2026
Dryden 58, Kingston 52 OT
Team Record 13-7; League 6-0
16 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
basketball on fire photo; cardinal logos
Ever wondered what happens when you donate blood?
Check-in: 15 mins
Donation: 10 mins 🩸
Snacks: 15 mins (the best part! 🍪)
It’s that simple. 40 minutes of your day could mean a lifetime for someone else. Book your spot here: https://www.redcrossblood.org/
17 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
red cross logo; clipart of important buildings and an ambulance
Congratulations to Oliver Manko, the winner of the Dryden Elementary 5th and 6th Grade Spelling Bee and Addison Kedzierski, the first runner up. Oliver will represent our school at the Lapeer County Spelling Bee on March 24th at 6:30 pm at Lapeer County Ed Tech. #proudcardinal
17 days ago, Karen Roys
two students in front of a red background
Thank you to our Kindness Club for sponsoring Kindness Week next week! #proudcardinal
18 days ago, Karen Roys
Dryden Elementary Kindness Week Spirit Days Feb. 17-20, 2026 Tuesday - Hats off to Kindness Wear your favorite hat and help a teacher or friend. Wednesday dream of kindness wear your pjs and write a note to someone Thursday - peace, love, and kindness wear tye dye and give someone a compliment Friday - team kindness wear your dryden gear and a smile at everyone
A Quick Reminder...No School for Students
Friday, February 13 or Monday, February 16
18 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
bulletin board; sticky note, cardinal logo

Voting is now open for the 4th Annual Flint Firebirds Foundation Teacher of the Year Awards! You can vote for Dryden Elementary's Stephanie Cloos, Katz Rhodes, or Marisa Calvert. Voting ends at 7:00 p.m. on Thursday, February 12. Scan the QR code or click here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdwj6miqLrTLslviej9iZ_oNZXlIEIdg21F9TI_X9enQNX_xw/viewform

18 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
cardinal logo; flint firebirds logo
Valentine's Day fun in Mrs. Raymer's class. #proudcardinal
18 days ago, Karen Roys
Valentine's Day fun in Mrs. Raymer's class.
Valentine's Day fun in Mrs. Raymer's class.
Valentine's Day fun in Mrs. Raymer's class.
#proudcardinal Varsity Boys Basketball
11 February 2026
Dryden 57, Bay City All Saints 44
Team Record 12-7; League 5-0
18 days ago, Sheryl Czerwinski
cardinal logo; cougars logo
It's time to register for next school year! #proudcardinal
18 days ago, Karen Roys
Dryden Elementary Preschool and Kindergarten roundup reach for the stars now enrolling for the 2026-2027 school year Thursday, March 19 5:00-7:00 pm what to bring: birth certificate, immunization records, proof of residency, driver’s licence, proof of income (preschool only) (810) 796-2201 drydenschools.org
Mrs. Hearold's Kindergarten class had a visit from the Flint Children's Museum to learn about animals and their habitats. #proudcardinal
18 days ago, Karen Roys
Mrs. Hearold's Kindergarten class had a visit from the Flint Children's Museum to learn about animals and their habitats.
Mrs. Hearold's Kindergarten class had a visit from the Flint Children's Museum to learn about animals and their habitats.
Mrs. Hearold's Kindergarten class had a visit from the Flint Children's Museum to learn about animals and their habitats.
Mrs. Hearold's Kindergarten class had a visit from the Flint Children's Museum to learn about animals and their habitats.
Mrs. Hearold's Kindergarten class had a visit from the Flint Children's Museum to learn about animals and their habitats.
Mrs. Hearold's Kindergarten class had a visit from the Flint Children's Museum to learn about animals and their habitats.
Mrs. Hearold's Kindergarten class had a visit from the Flint Children's Museum to learn about animals and their habitats.
Mrs. Hearold's Kindergarten class had a visit from the Flint Children's Museum to learn about animals and their habitats.

🚛 Community Helpers Spotlight: Truck Drivers! 🚛

This week at Strong Beginnings and GSRP, we had a very special visit from one of our amazing community helpers — a truck driver!

Our students learned all about what a semi-truck hauls and how important truck drivers are to our everyday lives. From delivering food to grocery stores, supplies to hospitals, materials for construction, and even toys and clothes — truck drivers help keep our communities running smoothly every single day!

The children asked wonderful questions and were so engaged as they learned how much responsibility comes with driving a semi. We talked about safety, long trips, and how truck drivers work hard to make sure stores and businesses have what they need.

We are so thankful for the opportunity to connect classroom learning to real-life community helpers. It was a great day of hands-on learning and curiosity! ❤️

Thank you to our special guest B. J . Forrest Trucking for taking the time to teach us just how important truck drivers are to our community! #proudcardinal

19 days ago, Karen Roys
🚛 Community Helpers Spotlight: Truck Drivers! 🚛 This week at Strong Beginnings and GSRP, we had a very special visit from one of our amazing community helpers — a truck driver! Our students learned all about what a semi-truck hauls and how important truck drivers are to our everyday lives. From delivering food to grocery stores, supplies to hospitals, materials for construction, and even toys and clothes — truck drivers help keep our communities running smoothly every single day! The children asked wonderful questions and were so engaged as they learned how much responsibility comes with driving a semi. We talked about safety, long trips, and how truck drivers work hard to make sure stores and businesses have what they need. We are so thankful for the opportunity to connect classroom learning to real-life community helpers. It was a great day of hands-on learning and curiosity! ❤️ Thank you to our special guest B. J . Forrest Trucking for taking the time to teach us just how important truck drivers are to our community!
🚛 Community Helpers Spotlight: Truck Drivers! 🚛 This week at Strong Beginnings and GSRP, we had a very special visit from one of our amazing community helpers — a truck driver! Our students learned all about what a semi-truck hauls and how important truck drivers are to our everyday lives. From delivering food to grocery stores, supplies to hospitals, materials for construction, and even toys and clothes — truck drivers help keep our communities running smoothly every single day! The children asked wonderful questions and were so engaged as they learned how much responsibility comes with driving a semi. We talked about safety, long trips, and how truck drivers work hard to make sure stores and businesses have what they need. We are so thankful for the opportunity to connect classroom learning to real-life community helpers. It was a great day of hands-on learning and curiosity! ❤️ Thank you to our special guest B. J . Forrest Trucking for taking the time to teach us just how important truck drivers are to our community!