The Dryden Red and Black

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 succeeded in educating all of their students.

Dryden High School staff members recently voted to recognize students from each grade as October Students of the Month. In conjunction with the Positivity Project, a schoolwide initiative to build positive character habits in its fourth year, the October theme was Integrity. The Students of the Month received a letter from Dryden High School Principal Mrs. Finnigan, a "front-of-the-line" cafeteria pass, and a Dryden High School Student of the Month keychain, as well as sincere congratulations and appreciation.

7th: Lucas Bridgewater

8th: Eliniah Fitchett

9th: Ella Gustner

10th: Andersen Blair

11th: Penelope Spencer

12th: Chloe DeLoy

Calling all families, friends, and community members in the Dryden Community Schools area!

Our amazing #proudcardinal educators go above and beyond every single day — and now there’s a chance to shine a spotlight on one of them thanks to the Detroit Lions “Touchdowns for Teachers” program!

Do you know a teacher at Dryden who:

• Inspires and motivates students

• Creates creative, engaging classroom experiences

• Goes the extra mile to support students and the community

Nominate them today! The program empowers educators by providing grants for innovative projects and resources, AND celebrates them for their dedication.

Deadline to apply: Monday, November 17, 2025, at 9 a.m.

Let’s make sure one of our outstanding Dryden teachers gets recognized!

🎉 Support Project Graduation and enter to win delicious prizes in our Meat Raffle sponsored by The Country Market! 🥩🍗🥓

For just $5 per ticket, you could win:
🥇 1st Prize ($475 Value): A huge variety of steaks, chicken, pork, and more to fill your freezer!
🥈 2nd Prize ($200 Value): Ground chuck, sirloins, sausage, whole chickens, ribs & more.
🥉 3rd Prize ($85 Value): Ground chuck, hotdogs, pork steaks, bacon, and more.

📅 Tickets will be drawn on December 19th – just in time for the holidays!

Every ticket purchased helps support our graduating seniors.
👉 To purchase tickets or for more info, contact Ashley at agammon@drydenschools.org.

Thank you for supporting Project Graduation and our students’ futures! ❤️

We’re Hiring!

Dryden Community Schools is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team!

We have openings for:

• Behavior Interventionist
• Special Education Paraprofessional
• Part-Time Cook
• Early Childhood Infant Room Aide
• Crossing Guard

If you’re passionate about supporting students and making a difference in our schools, we’d love to hear from you!

Call (810) 796-2201, (810)796-2266, or apply online below.

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

by Kaeleigh Gourieux

On October 28, 2025, Alessandra came from Adrian College to show us what they have to offer there. Adrian College is located in Tipton, Michigan, in a downtown area. Alessandra showed us the lovely things they have to offer with a very positive attitude.

Adrian College has many programs to offer, plus a lot of resource programs for students. Something I find interesting at Adrian is the fact that students can go to the Student Employment Resource Center to find “on-campus” jobs that help students with employment experience and for educational purposes outside of the classroom.

Alessandra also shared with us the residential components they offer at Adrian College, with a variety of apartments for the off-campus feel and residence halls. Personally, I do not want to live on campus, especially for how far away Adrian is, but I still believe that their living arrangements are very nice.

Even though Adrian College has a high education, there is a small number of students at the school, which is something I do like. I would prefer to be in a classroom relatively similar to the size we have here at Dryden, so knowing that the student population is 1,800 is very comforting. Plus, knowing the range of students that come to Adrian, they are around 45 minutes from Toledo, Ohio, so there are even some out-of-state students who attend Adrian College.

I believe Alessandra came in with a positive attitude and shared a great presentation. I think Adrian College is a great school and a good choice for students here at Dryden.

Stay updated on our progress with funds from the bond passed in May 2023 by using this checklist! We appreciate your continued support of our students, our schools, and our community.

Dryden Athletic Booster Meetings

November 19

December 17

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by Claire Wright

What runs but never goes anywhere?

A refrigerator

Attention #proudcardinal Class of 2026 Parents:
If you're looking for a great way to honor your 2026 graduate, consider purchasing a Recognition Ad in this year's yearbook. A 1/4 page ad costs $80. There are several formats from which to choose. Here are some examples from last year's yearbook. A limited number of ads are available and are sold on a "first come - first served" basis. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Mrs. Palmerini at bpalmerini@drydenschools.org.

Last week's riddle:

What word is pronounced the same if you take away four of its five letters?

Queue!

Congratulations, Wyatt Edwards!

You were the first with the correct answer.

This week's riddle:

What has 13 hearts but no lungs, feet, or bellybutton?

Submit your answer below for a shoutout next week!

• 2:30 PM – 4:00 PM – HS Boys Basketball Workouts
• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM – JH Girls Basketball vs Memphis
• 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM – School Board Meeting, Library

• 7:10 AM - 7:25 AM - Weekly Encouragement (Library)

• 2:30 PM – 3:30 PM – FCA Group Meeting (Library)

• All Day: Wear it Wednesday (HS) - Camouflage/Hunter Orange/Animal Print Day
• 6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – JH Boys Basketball Open Gym
• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM – JH Girls Basketball at Millington, Bus departs 4:30 PM
• 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM – Weight Room Training/Workouts, Weight Room

  
  

• 7:25 AM – 10:35 AM – 1/2 Day – Dryden High School
• 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM – Weight Room Training/Workouts, Weight Room

• All Day – No School

• 8:00 AM – 3:00 PM – District PLC for Teachers #3

November 10

December 8

January 12

All meetings begin at 7:00 p.m., will be held in the Dryden High School Library, and are open to the public.

Check out the 2025-2026 Dryden Community Schools District Calendar here!

Faculty Advisors:

Ms. Sheryl Czerwinski & Mrs. Breanne Palmerini

Editors:

Caila Fitchett & Cara Prusakiewicz

Reporters:

Logan Romain & Claire Wright

Email: Cardinal@drydenschools.org
Website: https://www.drydenschools.org/
Location: Dryden High School, Rochester Road, Dryden, MI, USA
Phone: (810) 796-2266
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drydencommunityschools

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