The Dryden Red and Black

We would like to take a moment to thank our dedicated school board members who do so much for our students and schools. We would also like to welcome our newest school board member, Nathan Spencer.

Pictured: Secretary Larry Czapiewski, Trustee Kelly Weier, Treasurer Brian Hickmott, President Ray Hall, Vice President Jim Napolitano, and Trustee Nathan Spencer. (Not pictured: Trustee Jackie Buffo and outgoing board member Lori Angel). Thank you!!!

On Tuesday, January 25, Dryden Junior/Senior High School seniors completed the American Health and Safety Institute CPR, AED, and First Aid course by demonstrating their hands-on skills for Lapeer County EMS' Mike Cleaveland, Education Supervisor and Quality Manager and Scott Filkins, Operation Manager. Prior to the in-person instruction, students completed an online course. This combination provided students with Adult, Child, and Infant CPR, AED, and Basic First Aid certification that can be renewed every two years.

Congratulations to the seniors for learning these lifesaving skills, and thank you to the Lapeer County EMS for their help!

by Penelope Spencer

Drama Club will be starting soon! This year's play will be Shoestring Theater. This year's play was originally going to be played in April of 2020 before the school was shut down. The play's director will be Ms. Czerwinski, she has been the director since 1997. The play will take place during the Fine Arts Festival on April 30. Grades 7-12 are welcome to be a part of the play. This play will be performed in the Multi-Purpose Room, the place it used to be performed is in the upstairs of the Dryden library. The first drama club meeting will take place in Ms. Czerwinki’s room on February 1st, if you want to join the team please be there at 2:30 p.m. and bring your Chromebook.

by Ava DeVlaminck

Don't know what it is? Homework Club has started this year and is a great way to get your homework done, work independently, or meet and work on group activities. The meetings are every Tuesday and Thursday from 2:30-4:00 p.m. in room 133. It is important to know that this is an informal club. Therefore, students aren't required to stay the entire time. Hope to see you there!

by Logan Korth

Fill out how many minutes you read for each day of this week and we will give a shout out to who read the most in a future Dryden Red and Black post. There may even be a prize!

by Lily Finnigan

The Boys Varsity Bowling team had a match against Memphis at Strikers in Richmond this past Wednesday, January 25. Our Boys defeated Memphis with a score of 16 to 14. The high bowler of the game was Sean Finnigan with a 134.

by Ava DeVlaminck

Last Thursday, January 27, the Varsity Girls Basketball Team battled it out with Carsonville Port-Sanilac. Unfortunately, adding a loss to their record, the girls were unable to secure the win. The top stats for last week's game were Jessica Peters with 21 points, Lauren Abromaitis with 10, and Olivia Stickler with 3 points. Come watch the girls play on Monday against Lakeville, Tuesday (away) against Deckerville, and Thursday against BCAS. Good luck!

by Penelope Spencer

On Tuesday, January 25, the Junior Varsity boys went up against Deckervillel They lost with the overall score being 44-40. The leading scores were Jaylin Taylor with 24 points and Hunter Hughes with 5 points.

by Nick Abromaitis

On Tuesday, January 26, the boys went to Deckerville. The boys lost 54-43. They played well but fell short. Let's look at the numbers the boys put up. Jacob Burgess led the Cardinals with 16 points. Dylan Ledford and Merrick Maris had 7 points each. Zack Lemke had 5 points. Then Tommy Giles, Jason Blasius, and Jacob Buffo each had 2 points.

After the game, Coach DelCampo said, "Deckerville played hard and physical. They deserved to win. We lost our composure and it really hurt us." The boys played as hard as they could, and did a good job!

On Friday, January 28, the boys played at home against CPS. The nest was packed, the gym was electric, and the boys went to work. They dominated CPS, with a score of 61-14. Let's look at the points the boys put up! Jacob Burgess led the Cardinals with 16 points. Dylan Ledford went crazy and had 15 points. Merrick Marris had 14 points on the night. Tommy Giles had 6 points, and Zack Lemke had 4 points. Then Jaylin Taylor, Sonny Coscione, and Jacob Buffo had 2 points.

After the game, the coach said, "It was a good win for us. Offensively we moved the ball and got contributions for many players. Defensively we really played hard."

It was a great home win for the boys! Good luck next week, and go Cardinals!

Monday, January 31

Bowling GIRLS only vs Memphis @ 4:00 pm - Strikers Entertainment

7/8 Boys Basketball @ Caseville - Bus departs @ 3:45 pm, 7th grade @ 6:00 pm, 8th grade @ 7:00 pm

JV/Varsity Girls Basketball vs Lakeville - JV girls @ 6:00 pm, Varsity girls @ 7:30 pm

Varsity Baseball Winter Weight Training - High School Weight Room - 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

Tuesday, February 1

Homework Club - HS Library - 2:30 pm-4:00 pm

Drama Club Meeting - Room 223 - 2:30 pm-3:00 pm

JV/Varsity Girls Basketball @ Deckerville

Bus departs @ 4:00 pm, JV girls game @ 6:00 pm, Varsity girls game @ 7:30 pm

Wednesday, February 2

WEAR IT WEDNESDAY - COLLEGE/ARMED FORCES DAY

Staff Meeting - 2:30 pm-3:30 pm

Bowling vs Memphis @ Hideaway Lanes 4:00 pm

7/8 Boys Basketball @ CPS

Bus departs @ 4:00 pm, 7th grade game @ 6:00 pm, 8th grade game @ 7:00 pm

Thursday, February 3

Homework Club - HS Library - 2:30 PM-4:00 PM

NHS Meeting - NHS Meeting at 7:00 am - Room 331

JV/Varsity Girls Basketball vs BCAS JV girls @ 6:00 pm, Varsity girls @ 7:30 pm

Varsity Baseball Winter Weight Training - High School Weight Room - 6:00 PM-7:00 PM

Friday, February 4

Snowcoming Pep Assembly - Gym - 12:45 pm-2:25 pm

JV/Varsity Boys Basketball vs BCAS JV boys @ 6:00 pm, Varsity boys @ 7:30 pm

Saturday, February 5

Baseball - 4 player workouts - High School Gym - 2:00 pm-4:00 pm

Snowcoming Dance - MPR - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Every week a different riddle will be posted in the paper for you to solve. When you think you have the correct answer, submit it to us using the feedback doc at the bottom of that week's issue, along with your name. The first person to submit the correct answer will be given a shoutout in the following week's issue. The answer to the previous riddle and the shoutout can be found under each week's new riddle.

by Penelope Spencer

This week's riddle:

What has lots of eyes, but can’t see?

Last week's riddle:

I am always hungry and will die if not fed, but whatever I touch will soon turn red. What am I?

Answer: Fire

Winner: Raghan Delong

by Ariela Perales

Ashley Hickmott is a Dryden High School senior and she has been in Dryden school since preschool. Ashley plays a lot of sports and hobbies that she likes to do like volleyball, basketball, softball, and soccer. Ashley’s favorite thing about Dryden is the people and memories that you can make. Ashley says in her free time she usually goes to sports practices, but when she does have the time she loves to spend time with her friends. Ashley's dream career is to be a traveling nurse. When she graduates, her plan is to attend a 4-year college to pursue nursing. Another interesting fact about Ashley is that she has a really cute cat named Snowflake.

by Raghan DeLong

Owen Gall is a freshman, he's been a Dryden student for 11 years. Owen plays baseball, basketball, football, and golf. His favorite thing about Dryden is the sports and outside of school, he likes to play sports. Owen's plans after high school are to go to college and play baseball!

The Dryden Red and Black is looking for new members! If you like to write or think you have something we could add to the paper, then we would love to see you at our meetings. Even if writing isn't your strong suit, members for photography, reporting, and editing are all welcome! If you are interested in joining, hit the button below and fill out the form, or talk to one of the current members. We look forward to seeing you on the team!

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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 2021-2022 and 2022-2023 Dryden Community Schools District Calendars here!

by Audrey Napolitano

Where do fruits go on vacation?

Pear-is!

Ava DeVlaminck - Editor

Nick Abromaitis - Reporter

Raghan DeLong - Reporter

Lily Finnigan - Reporter

Logan Korth - Reporter

Audrey Napolitano - Reporter

Ariela Perales - Reporter

Leni Ritzenhoff - Reporter

Penelope Spencer - Reporter

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Website: dryden.k12.mi.us
Location: Dryden High School, Rochester Road, Dryden, MI, USA
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