The Dryden Red and Black

Matthew Hickmott, Jase Tank, Hunter Parks, Hope Wilcox, Sophia Peter, Lily Finnigan, Delaney Wolle

Not pictured: Ryan Conn

Class of 2025: Jade Insley & Noah Hall

Class of 2026: Ivy Brown & Brenden Peter

Class of 2027: Raghan DeLong & Luke Taylor

Congratulations to the January Students of the Month!

7th Grade

Steven Saldivar

Jeffrey Taylor

8th Grade

TJ Mersino

Jaedyn Owens

9th Grade

Ava Strangway

Bishop Wilson

10th Grade

Josclyn Mohler

Logan Romain

11th Grade

Noah Daoud

Ariana Gross

12th Grade

Alexis Garcia

Jase Tank

January's theme is Perseverance - persistence in doing something despite difficulty or delay in achieving success.

Mrs. Livingston is a familiar face in Dryden High School's front office, but there's so much more to her than what we see on a daily basis. In her free time, she enjoys watching movies, playing games, baking, walking, reading, and sometimes just relaxing. She also enjoys volunteering at the Potter Park Zoo and at 5K walks/runs. Her favorite color is green, she believes cats are the best pets, and she loves chocolate! Mrs. Livingston's favorite thing to do every year is to go to the Yoder Amish Quilt Auction in Clare, MIchigan. She goes with her mom and enjoys the special time.

Her favorite thing about Dryden is the people. "There are wonderful people here," she says, "who really care about you and want the best for you." Mrs. Livingston originally chose Dryden because her children were students here, which made life much easier. She also likes the small town feel.

Mrs. Livingston attended Central Michigan University, Oakland Community College, and Mott Community College. She earned two Associates Degrees along with extra college credits. Once her children got involved with activities and school, she focused my attention on them. One piece of advice Mrs. Livingston would give to students is "Don't be in a hurry to grow up and don't let others make choices for you."

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The annual Dryden Basketball Alumni game will be held at Dryden High School on Saturday, February 3rd . “The response has been tremendous!” said varsity coach John DelCampo. “The players’ spots filled up quickly, and we have gotten a great response from alumni that want to attend the game, especially considering it might be the last one.”

Adding to the evening is the junior high players against the junior high parents game. The evening is about Dryden Basketball past, present and future. “It is really an amazing evening. The future of Dryden Basketball plays in the junior high game. The current players are referees or other jobs for the evening,” said DelCampo. “Then we get to see the past with the alumni.”

The junior high game begins at 6:00 with the alumni game following approximately 7:15. Doors open at 5:30. Cost is $5 with all proceeds going to the Dryden Basketball program. This is its biggest fundraiser.

There is a draft of the alumni with former players Dave Reynolds and Marcus Leija selecting for their teams. Team Leija consists of Jack Kaplan (2021), Ronny Hudson (2020), Craig Kreger (1996), Jaylen Rodriguez (2019), Chris Kent (2002), Bailey Knuth (2016), Hunter Gall (2018), Marcus Leija (2002), Coulter Waite (2020), Brendan Montague (2019), and Justin Knox (2017). Team Reynolds consists of Nate Schenkel (2021), John DelCampo (2018), Merrick Maris (2022), Josh Schornak (2021), Dorian Lewis (2023), Dylan Ledford (2023), Geary Priehs (1996), Dave Reynolds (1997), Noah Slagle (2023), and Sam Peyerk (2018).

Last year, Team Reynolds won 69-64. “Everyone played hard. I knew it was going to be close and it was,” said Reynolds. “Those are the best games to watch and be a part of.”

“It will be totally different this year,” said Leija. “I really like the players I drafted.”

In addition to the games, there are contests throughout the evening with chances to win great prizes. The event has become more popular each year with former cheerleaders and other alumni attending. “More and more people are finding out about it. It’s like a reunion for not only basketball but for different graduating years,” said Julie Nash, Dryden cheerleader 1996.

To complete the evening, there will be a reception held at Pine House Kitchen and Bar in Dryden. “They have been very supportive of us. They are donating a portion of each tab to the basketball program,” said DelCampo.

For more information, email Coach DelCampo at coachdelcampo@aol.com.

Editor's Note: Senior Seminar students concluded their semester course by listing what they wish parents knew about graduating seniors and their final year of high school. We'll feature their ideas here.

by Raeshell Richardson

Have you parents ever wondered what your students think when going through the process to go to college?

Students from all over the world are applying for colleges right now and getting answers. These students won’t come to parents when dealing with this process; they want to do it themselves. It is good to know where your student is during the process and how you can help them. Here are 10 things to do when your child is in the middle of the college process.

1. It’s scary
One thing your child won’t tell you is that they are scared because they may be shy and don’t like
to talk about how they are feeling. Despite this, every senior is worried about moving on and
taking a step into the world.
2. Don’t worry
Having faith in your seniors while they are taking care of their college process, because they
know what they are doing. When you are worried about what they are doing, you could end up
worrying your senior without even realizing it.
3. It will be okay
Graduating is a stressful time for seniors, but no matter what happens everything will be okay and work out.
4. Meet with us

One thing that will help your seniors through this year is to talk to them so if they are having problems, you can help. Don’t bug them about it every day, but sit down with them for 10 to 20 minutes and talk about what they are doing.

5. Guide us
When your seniors are asking for advice, don’t tell them what to do. Show your seniors multiple options to solve a problem and let them figure it out.
6. Help seniors understand finances
Some seniors go to college without knowing how their finances work because they were never shown. Finances are something that your seniors will need to know at some point in life and it's better to learn it from their parents than by themselves.
7. Spend time with us
Find fun things to do with your seniors, because soon they will be leaving for college and won’t have much time to go out and do things. Even if the only thing you do with your seniors is college visits, then do that with them.
8. Be patient
Just like any other person, seniors will change their minds multiple times before they make any decision. Don’t rush their decisions on picking things because then they could pick a college and not have any fun.
9. Tell us your concerns
Some parents like to hide their concerns from their seniors, but they can tell that you are worried. This could lead to them trying to get stressed because they don’t want to make a choice that will leave you worried, so open up to them.
10. Let us find a school that works for us

Seniors want to go to schools where they fit in and feel comfortable. Parents want students to go to smaller or larger schools then what their seniors are comfortable with and they will choose a school because they want to please their parents. Let your seniors find a place they want to spend the next 4 years of their life.

by Claire Wright

Levi Fitchett is an 8th grader who has been a Dryden student since halfway through his first-grade year. He is in Cross Country, Track, Link Crew, Band, and NJHS. Levi’s favorite thing about Dryden is “the fact that you’re able to take advanced classes and get your associate's degree before you graduate”, and Levi’s dream career is to become a Biomedical Engineer. Fun things Levi would like all of us to know is that “I’m pretty tall. Also, if you’re ever flying the desert and your tire gets a flat, you should have the color blue in your back pocket because ice cream doesn’t have bones.”

by Lily Finnigan

On Monday, the Varsity bowling team made their way to Premier Lanes to go against Merritt Academy. The boys would win their first two baker games of 166 and 179 where they took a 10 point lead. Once they got to the five on five games, Connor Wolff lead the team with games of 185 and 223. Matthew Hickmott would help with a 191 game where he got 8 out of 8 spares. The boys would win 29.5-.5 Best efforts include the team bakers of 166 and 179, Connor Wolff with a 185 and 223 game, and Matthew Hickmott with a 191 game.

The girls would go on to win their first baker game 122-112 and lose the second 109-105. Girls would win the first five on five lead by Chloe DeLoy with a 149. In the second game, Raeshell Richardson led the team with a 148 game. The girls were able to take home a win of 19-11. Best efforts include Chloe DeLoy 149 and 141 games, Raeshell Richardson with a 148, and Kaitlynn Knuth with a 136.

At Hideway Lanes on Wednesday, the Varsity bowling team went head to head with Landmark Academy. Boys would win the first two baker games with a 169 and 200 where they took an early lead. In the five on five games, Michael Hickmott led the team with 199 and 249 games. He was supported by Connor Wolff with a 203 game and Matthew Hickmott with a 171. The boys would win the match 30-0. Best efforts include team bakers of 169 and 200, Michael Hickmott with 199 and 249 games, and Connor Wolff with a 203.

The girls would have a similar outcome winning their first two baker games with a 146 and 139. In the five on five games, Kaitlynn Knuth led the team with a 180 personal best, followed by Mikayla Fleming with a 144. The girls would win the match 28-2. Best efforts include team game of 738, Kaitlynn Knuth with a 180, and Mikayla Fleming with a 144.

The boys are now 8-0 (7-0 conference), and the girls are 6-1 (5-1 conference).

by Ava DeVlaminck

Last week the Varsity Girls Basketball team hit a slump, losing to both Millington and BCAS. The score for Millington, on the 22nd, was 30-58. Some highlights included, Keira Miller with 14 points, Dakota Deel adding 6, Isabella Weier putting up 4, Jalynn Delmotte with 3, Delaney Wolle contributing 2, and Olivia Reynolds scoring 1. On thursday, the girls played BCAS, losing with a score of 42-60. The stats for this game include, Dakota Deel with 19, Delaney Wolle adding 8 points, Keira MIller getting 7, Olivia Reynolds with 4, and Sophia Peter and Isabella Weier both with 2. Great job and good luck this week!

by Audrey Napolitano

On Tuesday, January 23rd, the Dryden Boys Varsity Basketball team played at Millington High School. Dryden lost to Millington, 62-35. Sonny Coscione secured 12 points. Hayden Blair obtained nine points. Jacob Burgess landed four points. Santi Perales and Brady Schneider each contributed three points. David Insley and Josh Harris each garnered two points. "It was one of those nights. They are a good team and played well. We struggled offensively and it carried over to our defense,” stated Coach John DelCampo.

On Friday, January 26th, the Dryden Boys Varsity Basketball team played at home against Bay City All-Saints. Dryden lost to Bay City All-Saints, 50-41. Jacob Burgess logged 11 points. Sonny Coscione and Gianni Coscione each acquired seven points. Luke Taylor garnered six points. David Insley, Hayden Blair, and Gabe Haick each contributed two points. "Tough night. We struggled to score all night and missed some baskets we normally make," stated Coach John DelCampo

The next Dryden Varsity Boys Basketball game is on January 30th, at Peck High School at 7:30 pm. Good luck!

by Lily Finnigan

On January 22, 2024, the JV boys basketball team had a tough loss away at Millington. The final score was 35-56. The majority of our points were made by Brady Schneider with eight, Owen Gall close behind with seven, and Nick Abromaitis contributed six as well.

At the Snowcoming game on January 26, the boys came out with a win over Bay City All Saints, 40-35. Owen Gall put up 15 points, and Nick Abromaitis added eight.

The Dryden Cardinals beat Millington on January 22 by a score of 26-16 and lost to Bay City All Saints on January 25, 41-34.

5:00 PM-7:00 PM - 7th/8th grade Boys Basketball @ CPS - bus departs @ 3:00 pm, games @ 5:00 pm and 6:00 pm

6:00 PM-9:00 PM - JV/Varsity Girls Basketball @ Peck - Bus departs @ 4:30 pm, JV game @ 6:00 pm, Varsity game @ 7:30 pm

7:15 AM-7:30 AM - Weekly Encouragement Club Meeting

2:30 PM-4:00 PM - Homework Club - Room 133

6:00 PM-9:00 PM - JV/Varsity Boys Basketball @ Lakeville - bus departs @ 4:15 pm, JV game @ 6:00 pm, Varsity game @ 7:30 pm

Wear it Wednesday - SciFi Day

3:30 PM-5:00 PM - Bowling vs Capac @ Hideaway Lanes

6:00 PM-8:00 PM - 7th/8th grade Boys Basketball vs Kingston - games @ 6:00 pm and 7:00 pm

2:30 PM-4:00 PM - Homework Club - Room 133 - High School

7:30 AM-7:45 AM - NHS Meeting - Room 331

6:30 PM-8:00 PM - Varsity only Girls Basketball game vs Akron

6:00 PM-9:00 PM - JV/Varsity Boys Basketball @ Akron - Bus departs @ 4:00 pm, JV game @ 6:00 pm, Varsity game @ 7:30 pm

Previous Riddle:What is the next letter in this sequence? JFMAMJJASON

Answer: D (Letters of the months)

Winner: Nobody!

Current Riddle: What 5-letter word typed in all capital letters can be read the same upside down?

Did you hear about the circus fire?
It was in tents.

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Editor:

Ava DeVlaminck

Reporters:

Lily Finnigan

Audrey Napolitano

Claire Wright

Faculty Advisor:

Ms. Sheryl Czerwinski

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