The Dryden Red and Black

• Raeshell Richardson, 10th grade: We are in this together and my prayers go to the families who have lost someone in this tragedy.
• Cloey Kreiner, 9th grade: Oxford, in this time of heartache we are here and supporting you guys and praying for you all. We hope that you will get an extra big touch of heaven as you guys and everyone around the Oxford community is going through so much. Prayers to you all!
• Rowan Handley, 8th grade: My thoughts and prayers go out to Oxford and the families of those who died. I pray that you can get through this as swiftly and easily as possible.
• Aubrie Miller, 9th grade: I didn’t know any of the wounded or passed people personally, but I went to school there and I grew up with some of the students there, and to think that that ever happened is so sad and none of them deserved this. I am praying for Tate Myer, Hana St. Juliana, Justin Shilling, and Madisyn Bladwin’s family and friends, and I am praying for Riley Franz, Phoebe Arthur, John Asciutto, Elijah Mueller, Kylie Ossege, and Aiden Watson’s family and friends and all of them to recover. I am praying for all other people who were in the school at the time and had to wonder if they would ever see their loved ones again and if they would make it out alive. What happened was a terrible thing and all of the victims will get justice.
• Caila Fitchett, 8th grade: Just because you can't see the light at the end of the tunnel does not mean it is not there. I have never lost anyone I have loved but I see the pain it has caused you all, and I'm so sorry for the tragic losses everyone at Oxford has had to endure. The students, daughters, sons, and friends that have been affected by this event or taken away unrightfully will always be remembered as heroes and never be forgotten. If this awful shooting has taught us one thing, it's to cherish every memory and moment you get with those you love. It has taught us to always be kind to those who need kindness. And it has taught us that we are stronger together, and we will get through this as a community. One of my favorite quotes is, "When someone you love becomes a memory, that memory becomes a treasure." And all the memories Oxford shared with the heroes we lost on Tuesday will be cherished and thought of constantly. The people we lost will be remembered always. Prayers and Kindness to you all.
• Mr. Shute, Staff: Having long-term subbed at Oxford High School in my 1st year of teaching, it's still a little surreal. My thoughts and prayers will be with staff, students, and the Oxford community during this time of healing.
• Kierstyn Stankevich, 9th grade: I hope that Oxford schools will be able to reopen in a safer community and that the victims in the hospital fully recover.❤️
• Janine Logan, Staff: Our thoughts and prayers are with you!
• Levi Fitchett, 6th grade: I couldn't imagine what you are going through, but I'm deeply saddened by what happened. It was terrible and should never have happened. I'm so sorry for your losses.
• Jenna Peters, 12th grade: This tragedy at Oxford caused us to hug our loved ones tighter and start saying “I love you” more frequently. Sadly, bad things will always happen to good people. just know the Dryden community is standing with you and we all love you! #oxfordstrong
• Penelope Spencer, 7th grade: We all will work together as a community and will get through this horrible thing together, we are here for you.
• Deb Mannion, Staff: Our hearts go out to the Oxford community. Our thoughts and prayers are with all of you at this very tragic time.

In their first game of the season, Dryden's Junior Varsity Girls Basketball team lost to Brown City, 40-21. Keira Miller scored eight points. Jade Insley and Makenzie Theobald had four points each. The next game is tomorrow against Almont.

by Ava DeVlaminck

This past Friday the Varsity Girls Basketball Team had their first game against Brown City. Even though they lost by a score of 39-20, the girls played hard and had fun. Some highlights of the game are Jessica Peters with 8 points, Ava Devlaminck with 6 points, and Lauren Abromaitis with 3 points. Great job, ladies, and good luck Tuesday against Almont!

This year's Varsity Bowling team consists of freshmen Sean Finnigan, Mikayla Fleming, Noah Hall, Matthew Livingston, Liam Napolitano, and Sebastian Rager; sophomores Tyler Biggs, Lily Finnigan, Dominic Helton, Matthew Hickmott, Michael Hickmott, Audrey Napolitano, Raeshell Richardson, Ian Weier, and Connor Wolff; and seniors Conner Fleming and Joanna Livingston. The Cardinals are coached by Paul Abromaitis.

The Varsity Girls Basketball team lists the following players on its roster: Sophomores Ava DeVlaminck, Sophia Peter, Olivia Stickler, and Delaney Wolle; Juniors Lauren Abromaitis, Rilynn Lindsay, and Jessica Peters; and Seniors Ashley Hickmott and Jenna Peters. They are led by Coach Marcus Leija.

Freshmen Jalynn Delmotte, Mya Hill, Jade Insley, Monica Kucharski, Keira Miller, Kierstyn Stankevich, and Isabella Weier, along with sophomores Aubrie Ledford and Makenzie Theobald,

are coached by Marcus Leija.

This season's Dryden Varsity Boys Basketball team includes freshman Sonny Coscione, sophomores Jacob Burgess, Hunter Hughes, Jaylin Taylor, and Dylan Woolner; juniors Joey Delmotte, Tommy Giles, and Dylan Ledford; and seniors Jason Blasius, Ethan Knuth, Zack Lemke, and Merrick Maris. Coach John DelCampo leads the Cardinals.

Coach Matt Burgess has the following players on his team: freshmen Jacob Buffo, Sonny Coscione, Owen Gall, David Insley, Dain Raymond, and Drew Raymond; sophomores Joshua Harris, Hunter Hughes, Daniel Kreiner, and Jaylin Taylor; and junior Joey Delmotte.

Sixth graders Navaeh Beiser, Lillian Lyon, Karley Phillips, Mya Ramirez, and Chase Sexton, seventh grader Penelope Spencer, and eighth grader Mercedes West make up this year's Junior High Girls Basketball team and are coached by Chuck Wolle.

Dryden's National Honor Society & National Junior Honor Society are holding a Little Caesars Fundraiser. If you'd like to order some pizza, please click on the link below.

Monday, December 6

7/8 Girls Basketball @ Mayville - Bus departs @ 4:45 pm, 7/8th grade @ 6:00 pm

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

Project Graduation 2022 Meeting - 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM - Library

Tuesday, December 7

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

JV/Varsity Girls Basketball vs Almont - JV girls @ 4:30 pm, Varsity girls @ 6:00 pm, with Varsity Boys to follow @ 7:30 pm

Varsity Boys Basketball vs Almont (Varsity only) - Varsity boys game @ 7:30 pm, Varsity boys preceded by JV Girls Basketball @ 4:30 pm and Varsity Girls Basketball @ 6:00 pm

Wednesday, December 8

WEAR IT WEDNESDAY - FAVORITE SPORTS TEAM

7/8 Girls Basketball vs North Huron - 7/8th grade @ 6:00 pm

Thursday, December 9

NJHS Meeting - 7:00 AM to 7:15 AM - Room 331

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

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

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

Friday, December 10

Speaker Senior Seminar - GVSU - 7:25 AM to 8:30 AM - Room 223

JV/Varsity Boys Basketball @ Peck - Bus departs @ 4:30 pm, JV boys @ 6:00, Varsity boys @ 7:30 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 shoutout can be found under each week's new riddle.

by Penelope Spencer

This week's riddle:

What gets wet while drying?

Last week's riddle:

What goes up but never comes down?

Answer: Your age!

Winner: Logan Korth

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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Ava DeVlaminck - Editor

Nick Abromaitis - Reporter

Raghan DeLong - Reporter

Lily Finnigan - Reporter

Audrey Napolitano - Reporter

Ariela Perales - Reporter

Penelope Spencer - Reporter

Email: SCzerwinski@dryden.k12.mi.us
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Location: Dryden High School, Rochester Road, Dryden, MI, USA
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by Audrey Napolitano

What do you call it when a snowman throws a tantrum?

A meltdown.

by Nick Abromaitis

"Be the change that you wish to see in the world."

Mahatma Ghandi

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