DRYDEN COMMUNITY SCHOOLS

This month, we're celebrating students who embody a true love of learning—those who show curiosity, passion, and a drive to grow every single day. 🌟 Whether it's asking thoughtful questions, diving deep into new topics, or inspiring their classmates, these students remind us what education is all about. 💡❤️ Let’s give a big round of applause to lifelong learners and #proudcardinal 12th graders Aubrie Miller and David Insley—your dedication is inspiring!

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

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Congratulations to Mr. Capelli's 4th grade class! They won the first week of our Penny War! Bring in your silver coins next week to deduct from this week's winners. #proudcardinal

11 months ago, Karen Roys

It’s the final week for --- Penny Wars! 1 2 3 4 we declare a penny war! Week one: April 14-17 (Pennies & Pater!) Each day, bring in your pennies & dollars to add points to your class can. (Each penny +1 point, $1 dollar bill + 100 points, $5 dollar bill +500 points). Who’s in the lead so far??? 4/14/25 #1 Mr. Capelli’s 4th grade 11,450 points #2 Mrs. Lowe’s 1st grade 8350 points #3 Ms. Bonesteel’s 2nd grade 3,606 points #4 Mrs. Medley’s BK/k 2,986 points #5 Mrs. Birkett’s 5th grade2750 points #6 Mrs. Howell’s 6th grade 2464 points #7 Mrs. Marsh’s 3rd grade 1491 points #8 Mrs. Russell’s Bk/K 1,457 #9 Mrs. Hearold’s 1st grade 875 points #10 Mrs. Raymers 2nd grade 523 points #11 Mrs. Calvert’s 6th grade 11 points The classroom that collects the most “points” in week 1 will win a prize! The classroom with the most “points” left at the end of the 2 weeks will win a prize! Dryden Elementary School proceeds will be used for March is Reading month activities and other literacy initiatives. Questions? Contact the school or Mrs. White at kwhite@drydenschools.org.

A Quick Reminder: No School on Friday, April 18

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

It's GAME DAY! Good luck to the #proudcardinal Varsity Baseball Team as they face Deckerville at home today at 4 p.m.!

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

Good luck to the #proudcardinal Varsity Track Teams as they compete at Marlette today at 4 p.m.!

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

The #proudcardinal Class of 2025 will celebrate College Decision Day on May 1. We need your help to send them off with what they need for success! Gifts will be presented to those celebrating College Decision Day on May 1. Will you help? Please consider purchasing from our Amazon Wish List: https://a.co/fLGAgyH College Decision Day is a national celebration of all high school seniors and transfer students, especially those from low-income, underrepresented, and first-generation college-going backgrounds who have committed to pursuing higher education—whether at a community college, a four-year college or university, or a professional training program, or by joining the military.

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

Thank you to everyone who estimated how many Skittles are in the water bottle. One hundred seventy two students estimated. There were 471 Skittles in the water bottle. The winner, with a guess of 450, is Andrea Olvera. Congratulations to Andrea in Mrs. Birkett’s class. Next week we will be estimating how many Jolly Ranchers are in a water bottle. #proudcardinal

11 months ago, Karen Roys

Thank you to everyone who estimated how many Skittles are in the water bottle. One hundred seventy two people estimated. There were 471 Skittles in the water bottle. The winner, with a guess of 450, is Andrea Olvera. Congratulations to Andrea in Mrs. Birkett’s class. Next week we will be estimating how many Jolly Ranchers are in a water bottle.

#proudcardinal Varsity Baseball Brown City 9, Dryden 2 Brown City 6, Dryden 2 14 April 2025 Team Record 2-2

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

It's GAME DAY! Good luck to the #proudcardinal Junior High Baseball Team as they face Bentley at home today at 5 p.m.!

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

Thank you to the Biggs Family for purchasing College Decision Day gifts for our #proudcardinal Class of 2025. You can help, too! Check out our Wish List here: https://a.co/fLGAgyH

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

Good luck to the #proudcardinal #ICSpartanPride Girls Varsity Soccer team as they face Armada today! The game starts at 5:00 p.m. in Imlay City. Two Towns, One Team Stronger Together

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

Good luck to the Junior High Track Team as they compete at home today at 4 p.m.!

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

Our next April is Math Month dress up day is next Monday, April 21. Don't miss it! #proudcardinal

11 months ago, Karen Roys

April is Math Month dress up day wear a shirt with math symbols on it april is math month Monday April 21.

May the 4th be with you for the Dryden Athletic Boosters Golf Outing on May 4, 2025, at Castle Creek Golf Club in Attica! Sign up now! https://5il.co/3b1qq

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

Penny Wars Day 2- Mrs. Russell's class took the lead! There are 2 more days to bring in pennies and paper (dollars) to add points to your classroom cans! #proudcardinal

11 months ago, Karen Roys

Day 2 Update --- Penny Wars! 1 2 3 4 we declare a penny war! Week one: April 14-17 (Pennies & Pater!) Each day, bring in your pennies & dollars to add points to your class can. (Each penny +1 point, $1 dollar bill + 100 points, $5 dollar bill +500 points). Who’s in the lead so far??? 4/14/25 #1 Mrs. Russell’s BK/K 946 *points* #2Ms. Bonesteel’s 2nd grade 755 *points* #3 Mrs. Medleys’ Bk? 625 “points” #4 Mr. Capelli’s 4th grade 579 “points* #5 Ms. Marsh’s 3rd grade 416 *points* #6 Mrs. Hearold’s 1st grade 200 *points” Tied in last place with 0 *points* - Mrs. Lowe, Mrs. Raymer, Mrs. Birkett, Mrs. Calvert, and Mrs. Howell The classroom that collects the most “points” in week 1 will win a prize! The classroom with the most “points” left at the end of the 2 weeks will win a prize! Dryden Elementary School proceeds will be used for March is Reading month activities and other literacy initiatives. Questions? Contact the school or Mrs. White at kwhite@drydenschools.org.

Thank you to the Czapiewski Family for purchasing College Decision Day gifts for our #proudcardinal Class of 2025. You can help, too! Check out our Wish List here: https://a.co/fLGAgyH

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

Today's Varsity Track Meet at Mayville has been canceled.

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

Check out our Spring Fundraiser. All proceeds to toward field day activities at the elementary school. Get your order in before Monday, April 28. #proudcardinal

11 months ago, Karen Roys

Spring Fundraiser! The best time of the year!! Spring brings flowers and so many colors! 14” Patio Pots: $28 each -Colors Vary Sun Impatient Hanging Baskets: $16 each -Red, white, orange, hot pink, lavender/purple 📅 Order Deadline: Monday,April 28 📍 Pick Up: Thursday,May 8 from 4:00-6:00 pm To place your order please fill out the attached order form and return to your child’s teacher. If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Marsh mmarsh@drydenschools.org Thank you for supporting our school! Happy Spring!

TODAY is the last day to order your Dryden Fine Arts Festival shirt! This event on April 26 celebrates our Drama, Art, and Music programs, and you're invited to celebrate with us! Order your shirt here: https://toolsportusa.chipply.com/drydenfinearts/?action=viewall

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski

Join us for a Cornhole Tournament to support Dryden Volleyball at Hideaway Lanes on May 2! Register here: https://bit.ly/3FFdAqg https://5il.co/3atht

11 months ago, Sheryl Czerwinski