The Splash
February 7, 2022
Dear Families,
A fabulous fall seems to be in full swing now! We hope that the three-day weekend was special for you and your families and that you are enjoying the changing seasons.
While students may come to school with jackets and extra layers because of the cooler mornings, they may not need them as the day warms up. Consequently, these clothing items may get left behind. We encourage you to label your children's clothing, water bottles and lunch boxes. This will help lost items get returned to the right student. Thank you!
Wishing you a GREAT Dolphin Week!
Akemi Sessler & Beth Glass
September
27 - MONDAY Schedule
27 - Hard Lockdown Drill with AHPD (afternoon)
29 - Picture Day
October
5 - No School
7 - Walk to School Day
7 - PTA Parents' Night Out, 7:30 pm
10 - Bus Evacuation Drills
13 - PTA Birthday Books for October Birthdays
14 - Fire Drill with AHFD (morning)
15 - Physical with immunizations and eye exams due for all kindergarten and new students
18 - Kindergarten Parent Teacher Conferences
19 - Institute Day (No School for Students)
20 & 21 - Parent Teacher Conferences (Kindergarten through Fifth Grade)
31 - Halloween Parade & Classroom Parties
Thank you, PTA, for stocking the lounge! Our staff feels so appreciated!
So many smiles and cheers for Echo at dismissal on Friday! Thank you, PTA!
Friday Dance Parties during recess are so fun! Thank you, Mr. Gries!
"Switch" Days
Our school district plans for several "switch" days throughout the year to allow all students the opportunity to have an even numbers of specials classes (art, music, physical education, and library). Our first "switch" day is Tuesday, September 26. Students will follow a MONDAY schedule on this day. Following are all of the "switch" days for the school year:
- Tuesday, September 26 - Monday Schedule
- Tuesday, January 17 - Monday Schedule
- Wednesday, February 22 - Monday Schedule
- Wednesday, December 21 - Friday Schedule
- Thursday, April 6 - Friday Schedule
Upcoming School Safety Drills
There are a number of annual safety drills schools are required to hold. Following are drills that students and staff will be practicing at Dryden over the next month. Students and staff are notified in advance of each practice. We also want you to be aware of these drills in case you would like to talk with your children about them, or in case they mention them to you at home.
- Tuesday, September 27 (afternoon) - Hard Lockdown Drill with the Arlington Heights Police Department
- Monday, October 10 (throughout the whole day) - Bus Evacuation Drills (by classroom)
- Friday October 14 (morning) - Fire Drill with Arlington Heights Fire Department
Walk to School Day, October 7
Dryden will be having its annual Fall Walk to School Day on Friday, October 7. Meet Dryden Teachers & Staff at any of the locations below at 8:40 am to enjoy some exercise, fresh air and community-building! Dryden staff will be wearing school spirit wear and staff ID badges to help make it easier for you to recognize them. We look forward to walking to school with you!
Chromebook Tech Tips
From Dryden Technology Facilitator Mrs. Goldstein
Friday Flips
The Dryden staff is on the lookout for students going above and beyond in big and small ways to make a positive impact on their school community. These Dolphin sightings are recognized during the morning announcements on Fridays. The students below were recognized for exemplifying the Dryden Dolphin Do's of being CARING, RESPONSIBLE and SAFE. Stay tuned for weekly updates on these awesome Dolphin sightings and Friday Flips!
Yom Kippur, October 4 - 5
Yom Kippur is a Jewish holy day of atonement, devoted to prayer, fasting, and repentance. It begins at sunset on October 4 and ends at sunset on October 5. this year. (The date changes year to year)
Indigenous People's Day, October 10
Indigenous People's Day is a federal holiday celebrated on the second Monday in October. It is day to honor all explorers and to commemorate Columbus’s sighting of the New World in 1492, and a day to recognize and celebrate the Native people that first inhabited the Americas.
Fund the ‘Phin
Fund the ‘Phin is back! Our stress-free “unfundraiser” is our biggest fundraiser of the year and our only direct ask! This means no selling, no soliciting pledges, no running, just send in your donation! Donations will be accepted through September 28th through the link below or by cash or check via backpack mail. https://fund-the-phin-2022.cheddarup.com
Picture Day is Thursday, September 29, 2022. Let’s get those smiles camera ready! Orders can be placed online through www.inter-state.com/order. Please use the Code 69909WF, enter your child's name, teacher, and grade. Package details will be shown after you enter this information. If your child wears a mask, they are allowed to remove the mask for their portrait. Parents may sign up for Picture Day Reminders at www.inter-state.com/kiosk. If you have questions regarding Picture Day, please contact Shani Jarrett at info@austinjarrett.com.
Dryden Yearbooks are on sale NOW!
Purchase by September 30 to get 10% off! Follow the link to order your child's yearbook through TreeRing (Dryden Passcode: 1014123635244163). Please email drydenelementaryyearbook@gmail.com if you have any questions. Thank you!
2022-2023 PTA Reflections Art Program
Do you have a little Matisse at home? Or perhaps an aspiring poet or dancer? If your child is looking for a creative outlet, get them started on artwork for this year’s Reflections Art Program themed, “Show Your Voice”.
Submissions are due by October 24 for the National PTA Reflections Art Program in the following categories: visual arts, photography, literature, music composition, dance choreography and film production. Student winners have the opportunity to advance through local, regional, state and national levels.
For official rules, guidelines and the entry form, visit https://drydenpta.org/reflections-art-program/
Email Shannon Murray at shannonreuland@gmail.com for more information.
Parents' Night Out
It’s our first Parents' Night Out of the school year! Come join us at Somebody’s Bar and Grill on October 7 at 7:30 pm. You won’t want to miss this casual fun filled night!
For more information and to RSVP click here - PNO Invite!