Dryden Splash | April 5, 2026

Dear Dryden Families,

This week, our students have been shining in so many wonderful ways! From celebrating creativity in the classroom to recognizing positive behavior and teamwork, it has been a joy to see the learning and excitement happening throughout our school. We are so proud of our students and the meaningful experiences they are having each day.

As a culminating activity for their poetry unit in writing, first graders selected their favorite poem to take through the publishing process. They published their work digitally using the app PicCollage and then printed their final pieces. Each student also recorded themselves reading their poem, and then created a QR code to attach so others could listen to their reading.

On Friday, they celebrated with a First Grade Poetry Share-Out! Students had the opportunity to listen to one another’s poems and were excited to identify elements such as repetition, alliteration, onomatopoeia, and rhyming in what they heard. It was a joyful and engaging way to celebrate their hard work and creativity.

Miss Considine’s second grade class did an amazing job working together and following the Dolphin Do’s over the last month, which helped them earn enough marbles to fill their class marble jar! They voted to celebrate with a glow day!

Please enjoy the photos below for a glimpse into these special classroom moments. We love sharing the joyful learning happening at Dryden with our families!

Thank you, as always, for your continued partnership and support. We are so grateful for our Dryden families and all you do to help make our school community so special.

Warmly,

Jessica Martinsen

If you wish to share information about your child that you would like to have considered for your child’s 2026 - 2027 class placement, please complete this form by Friday, May 1, 2026. You can access the form by clicking HERE or clicking on the blue button below. Class assignments will be finalized in mid-August and then emailed to parents.

As we plan for the 2026-2027 school year, it will help us to know if your students (currently in Kindergarten - 4th Grade) will not be returning to Dryden. Please complete one form for each student by clicking here or on the blue button below. Please contact administrative assistant Mrs. Porwit at mporwit@sd25.org if you have any questions.

If your student is in kindergarten or second grade please remember to turn in their dental form.

The compliance date for this regulation is May 15, 2026. However, you may submit the form at any time. You should make your dental appointments early in the school year. Dental offices will be very busy in the spring as the compliance deadline approaches. We will accept dental exams that have been completed after November 15, 2024.

Completed forms can be turned in via email (scan or picture) to mrixon@sd25.org, in your students backpack, or by fax (847-398-4280).

Pre-registration for kindergarten and students in grades 1 - 5 who will be new to Dryden is now open. Information and step-by-step registration guidance will be available on the district website at www.sd25.org/Registration on that date.

If you know of someone with a kindergarten-aged child or new family to the neighborhood, please encourage them to pre-register or give us a call at 847-398-4280. Thank you for helping us to get the word out!

Please note: Registration for current Dryden students will begin in the spring. You will receive an email in late spring with a registration link. There is nothing you need to do at this time.

Please click on the following links for more information:

• Where can I view the school lunch menu? Click Here
• How does my student order a school lunch? Click Here
• How do I pay for my child’s meals? Click Here
• How do I apply for free & reduced meals? Click Here

For further details on D25 Food & Nutrition Services, please click here.

April

April 8: Wear Your Favorite Hat Spirit Day

April 9: April Birthday Books

April 10: 2nd Grade Musical

April 16: Kindergarten Info Night

April 20-24: Spirit Wear Upcycle

April 22: Wear Green and Blue for Earth Day

April 23: PTA Trivia Night

April 29: Walk to School Day

April 30: Multicultural Night

Link to D25 2025- 2026 Year-At-A-Glance Calendar

Please come to Cap’s Ice Cream for another year of competition and fundraising as Dryden competes to be the COOLEST SCHOOL! Some of your favorite teachers will be scooping your favorite flavors to enjoy in person - or grab some pints or gift cards to enjoy later. 10% of our proceeds will be donated back to our school. Thank you for supporting the PTA and Go Dolphins!

Gather your friends and come out for a night of fun and friendly competition at our Ladies Trivia Night! For just $25 per person, you’ll enjoy a fun night of trivia, heavy appetizers, tax, and tip are all included. A cash bar will be available for your drinks of choice.

Register here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe2C1w-KobirzuGw2xr0qpjOfTxeKWIF2G7o305_2D4f9-lbA/viewform

Pay here:

https://my.cheddarup.com/c/ladies-trivia-night-copy/items

Get your team together (each table accommodates 8 guests). Don’t forget to let us know who else will be at your table when you sign up! If you need a table or don't have a full 8, no worries - we will match you up! And for extra fun, come up with a creative and fun table theme - get ready to show off your team spirit!

It’s going to be a night filled with laughter, trivia, and great company! Don’t miss out - reserve your spot today! Questions? Email drydenptawaysmeans@gmail.com.

1. Get your orders in today for the Dryden Elementary Yearbook! Don't miss out on capturing this year’s unique moments, friendships, and milestones. Each book is a time capsule your student will treasure for years to come.

   Custom Pages Due April 16th: Make It Personal

   One of the best features of our TreeRing yearbook is the ability to customize two pages for FREE. These pages are printed only in your student’s copy of the book.

   • Add Your Own Photos: Upload shots from your computer, Facebook, Instagram, or Google Drive.

   • Answer Memory Questions: Help your child record their favorite memories from the year.

   • Need More Space? You can add additional sets of 2 pages for just $1.99.

   How to Order

   To purchase and begin customizing your yearbook, follow these simple steps:

   1. Visit: www.treering.com/validate

   2. Enter Passcode: 1014123635244163

   3. Regular Price: $15.10 (plus sales tax, if applicable)

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