The Splash
January 31, 2022
We hope you have been making the most of this snowy, football-playoff weekend! We are excited for February to begin at Dryden. There are many special activities for our students to look forward to this month in thanks to our amazing PTA and teachers: Global School Play Day, assemblies, book club, 5th grade service project, book fair, Volleyball Night, Valentines Day parties and more! All of these fun activities will make the month go by quickly, then the longer and warmer spring-like days will soon be here!
February
1 - Open Door with Principal Akemi Sessler, 6:30 pm, Dryden LMC
1 - PTA Meeting, 7:00 pm, Dryden LMC
3 - First session of PTA Book Club (during the lunch hour, advance sign-up required)
10 - PTA 4th / 5th Grade Volleyball Night (advance sign-up required)
11 - "It's Cool to Be Kind" PTA Assembly with Gincy Hartin
14 - Classroom Valentine Parties
14 - 18 - Book Fair
17 & 18 - Parent Teacher Conferences, No School for Students
Thank you, PTA!
Our staff greatly appreciated the soup and chili luncheon last Monday! THANK YOU to all who took the time to prepare a home-cooked pot of chili or soup, or donate any other goodies. You really warmed our bellies and our hearts on this very cold day!
BRAVO, 5th Grade Band!
We are so proud of our 5th grade students who were able to perform at the South Middle School 5th Grade Band Concert last week. They did an outstanding job!
FRIDAY FLIPS
At Dryden, we FLIP for good choices! 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 above were recognized for being caring, responsible and safe. Stay tuned for weekly updates on these awesome Dolphin sightings and Friday Flips!
Kindergarten & New Student Registration
Please note: Registration for current Dryden students will begin in the spring. You will receive an email in late spring with a registration link. There is nothing you need to do at this time.
SHIELD TESTING
The last day to enroll your child is Tuesday, February 1st. SHIELD Testing takes place on Tuesday afternoons at Dryden. Please click the links below and fill out the appropriate forms.
Enroll my child into SHIELD testing
PTA General Meeting, February 1
Dryden PTA will hold a general meeting on Tuesday, February 1. We will recap our year so far and outline our remaining activities. The meeting will take place in the Dryden LMC.
6:30 pm - Open discussion session with Principal Akemi Sessler
7:00 pm - PTA meeting begins
Dryden Dine Out @ Porky’s BBQ
Dryden Dine Out will be at Porky’s BBQ (41 S Dunton, Arlington Heights) on Wednesday, February 9th. Please mention Dryden when ordering. You call call in your order at any time, or use the following links to order in advance any time before 11am on 2/9.
Book Fair Volunteers Needed!
Book Fair returns to the LMC this year! Students will have an opportunity to shop with their class February 14 - 16. Plus, the LMC will be open during Parent-Teacher Conferences, so parents and students, be sure to stop by. Volunteers are needed to help make this event a success. Please follow the link to sign up. Any time you can spare to assist with this event is much appreciated! https://signup.com/go/vBTPSBs
Contact Alina Laurie with any questions (alinalaurie@gmail.com)