The Dryden Red and Black

Congratulations to our #proudcardinal December Students of the Month!

7th: Charlee Bowerson & Holly Willson

8th: Daniel Olvera & Kieran Schultz

9th: Phoenix Suit & Elaina Yatros

10th: Bishop Wilson & Kayla Lapka

11th: Madilyn Thorman & Caila Fitchett

12th: Sean Finnigan & Owen Gall

The month's theme was kindness, and these students have truly exemplified the spirit of compassion, generosity, and respect in everything they do. From helping their peers to spreading positivity in the halls, they remind us all of the power of kindness. Keep shining and inspiring others with your kind hearts!

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 Basketball

Dueling Pianos Fundraiser

Saturday, February 8, 2025

Doors open 6:30 pm; Dueling Pianos 7:30-10:30

Hideaway Lanes, Almont, MI

Come join the fun and support Dryden boys and girls’ basketball teams. Tickets $20 (presale only)

To purchase tickets or for more information, email coachdelcampo@aol.com or text 586 918-3220

Dryden Athletic Booster Meetings for 2025:

January 15

February 19

March 19

April 16

May 21

All meetings will be at 7pm in the Dryden High School Library unless otherwise specified.

by Claire Wright

What has five toes and isn’t your foot? My foot.

Join us for an evening of music and fun!

January 23, 2024

7:00 p.m.

Dryden Bar and Grill

Only 120 tickets available at the Dryden Bar & Grill. Stop and get yours today!

If you'd like to support Project Graduation, click below!

A huge #proudcardinal THANK YOU to Almont's Vinckier Foods and Rosy Brothers for donating to Dryden High School's Class of 2025 Project Graduation! Please support these business as they have supported us.

by Claire Wright

Last week's riddle:What kind of ring is not a circle?

Answer: A boxing ring!

Congratulations, Willow DuBuis!

You were the first with the right answer!

This week's riddle: What is able to go up a chimney when down but unable to go down a chimney when up?

Submit your answer below for a shoutout next week!

by Logan Romain

On Wednesday, January 8th, 2025, the Dryden Boys Varsity Dryden Basketball team played Peck at home. In the first quarter Dryden and Peck tied with 6 points. But in the second quarter, Dryden sank 9 points when Peck accomplished 4 points. After halftime, in the third quarter, Dryden added another 17 points to their score when Peck achieved 2. The last quarter brought about 5 points with Dryden made 3 points. In the end Dryden (5-3) won 35 points over Peck (4-7) 18 points. The Coach of the Dryden Boys Varsity Basketball Team, John DelCampo, said, "We played great defense all night. I'm very proud of the team. To hold a team like Peck to 18 points is a tribute to how much pride they take in their defense."

For Dryden, Sonny Coscione scored 17 points; Luke Taylor added 9; Brady Schneider sank 4; David Insley shot 3; and Gianni Coscione followed with 2.

On Friday, January 10th, 2025, The Dryden Boys Varsity Basketball team played Bay City All Saints (BCAS) at home. In the first quarter, Dryden took the lead with 8 points when BCAS scored 5. In the second quarter, Dryden came out and gained 21 points when BCAS ended up with 9. But in the third quarter, BCAS pushed back with 12 gained points when Dryden shot 11 points. The fourth quarter Dryden executed 16 points to BCAS’ 11. In the end, Dryden (6-3) won with 56 points against Bay City All Saints (2-7) 37 points. Coach John DelCampo said after the game, "We played very well in the first half. We got a little careless in the third quarter but closed out the game well."

For Dryden, Sonny Coscione scored 27 points; Luke Taylor added 6; Brady Schneider and David Insley sank 5 each; Gianni Coscione had 10 points; and Hayden Blair shot 3.

by Cara Prusakiewicz

The varsity bowling teams competed in two matches last week. On January 7, they faced Bay City All Saints at Monitor Lanes. The boys’ team fell 27.5 - 2.5 (1-4), and the girls’ team narrowly lost 17 - 13 (3-2).

On January 9 at Rocket Lanes, the teams took on Reese. The girls dominated with a huge 29.5 - 0.5 victory, while the boys fought hard but came up just short, losing 15.5 - 14.5.

by Claire Wright

On January 9, Dryden defeated North Huron 39-24. Keira Miller led the team with 20 points, followed by Isabella Weier with 7, Jalynn Delmotte with 7, Kierstyn Stankevich with 3, and Karley Phillips with 2.

On January 7, Dryden won against Peck 51-40. Keira Miller scored 22 points, Isabella Weier contributed 11, Kierstyn Stankevich also scored 11, Karley Phillips added 5, and Jalynn Delmotte scored 2.

On December 19, Dryden triumphed over Bentley 52-5. Kierstyn Stankevich led with 15 points, Keira Miller scored 12, Jalynn Delmotte added 7, Monica Kucharski had 5, Karley Phillips scored 4, Mckinley Gammon added 4, Isabella Weier scored 3, and Ariela Perales had 2.

On December 20, Dryden lost to Webberville 39-57. Keira Miller scored 29 points, and Kierstyn Stankevich added 8, with Isabella Weier contributing 2.

On December 10, Dryden defeated Akron Fairgrove 54-26. Keira Miller led the scoring with 18 points, Isabella Weier added 15, Jalynn Delmotte scored 11, Kierstyn Stankevich contributed 4, McKinley Gammon added 4, and Monica Kucharski scored 2. Jalynn Delmotte also made one 3-pointer in the game.

• 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM - Varsity Bowling at Hideaway Lanes vs Harbor Beach
• 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM - JH Boys Basketball at Peck (Games at 6:00 & 7:30 PM. Bus departs at 4:30 PM)
• 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM - JV/V Boys Basketball vs Millington, Gym
• 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM - School Board Meeting, Library

• 7:10 AM - 7:25 AM - Weekly Encouragement Meeting, Library
• 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM - Color Me Green, Room 153
• 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM - V Girls Basketball at Kingston (Game at 6 PM. Bus departs at 4:30 PM)

• All Day: Wear it Wednesday (HS) - Jersey Day
• 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM - Staff Meeting - High School, Library
• 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM - JH Boys Basketball vs CPS (Games at 6:00 & 7:30 PM), Gym
• 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM - JV/V Boys Basketball at Kingston (JV game at 6 PM and V at 7:30 PM. Bus departs at 4:30 PM)
• 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM - Athletic Boosters Meeting, Library

• 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM - Drama Club Meeting, Room 223
• 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM - Varsity Bowling at CPSNH (Liberty Lanes), 100 Kristian St, Sandusky, MI (Bus departs at 1:40 PM)
• 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM - Varsity Girls Basketball at Deckerville (Game at 6 PM. Bus departs at 4:15 PM)

• 1:00 PM - 2:25 PM - Fentanyl Fathers Presentation, Library
• 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM - JV/V Boys Basketball at Deckerville (JV game at 6 PM and V at 7:30 PM. Bus departs at 4:15 PM)

January 13

February 10

March 10

April 14

May 12

June 9

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 Dryden Community Schools District Calendars here!

Faculty Advisor:

Ms. Sheryl Czerwinski

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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