The Dryden Red and Black
November 15, 2021
Happy Thanksgiving!
What are you thankful for?
When we asked Dryden Junior/Senior High School students and staff to express their gratitude, this is how they responded:
- Rowan, 8th grade: I am most thankful for my parents because they are always there for me and they put a roof over my head and buy me anything I need.
- Carson, 8th grade: I am most thankful for the liquid gold that is gravy.
- Hilary Young, Senior: I am most thankful for my best friend because he pushes me to achieve my dreams and never gives up on me.
- Aubrie Miller, Freshman: I am most thankful for my mom and friends because they help me when I need help and they cheer me up when I’m upset or stressed.
- Cloey Kreiner, Freshman: I am most thankful for my family! My family means so much to me because they gave me a second chance and they have helped me overcome so many battles in my life. I am also very thankful for my church! I have so many friends there and they all love me so much!
- Kayden Garner, 7th grade: I am most thankful for my friends and family and for being born, and for also having God and my best friend Conner.
- Levi Fitchett, 6th grade: I am most thankful for my family. Without them, I wouldn't have a house over my head, food, and everything else that I've been taking for granted. Without them, I wouldn't have been pushed to do my best and to always try as hard as I can. Without them, I wouldn't be the person I am today.
- Luke Oliver, 8th grade: I am most thankful for family and friends because I wouldn't have anything to do when I'm bored and when I'm sad they are there for me.
- Kai Grabowski, 6th grade: I am most thankful for my family and teachers, without them I would never have learned to read, do math, or anything else, my family couldn't homeschool. My brother makes me happy, my mom helps me with anything that is troubling me, my dad protects me. I couldn't survive without them.
- Caila Fitchett, 8th grade: My family and friends. God has blessed me with so many amazing relationships that have helped me become a better person. I'm thankful for the life I have and those in it who have helped me along the way. I'm thankful for the mistakes that have helped me learn to do better and I'm thankful for God who sacrificed everything so I could be alive.
- Sydney Rodriguez, Junior: I am most thankful for my friends, family, and teachers because they push me to do my best and want to see me succeed in life!
- Mrs. Marta, Library: I am most thankful for my job here in the Dryden Junior/Senior High School library. I truly enjoy interacting with the students, and helping them develop problem-solving and critical thinking skills (along with giving almost everybody in the Western hemisphere a Chromebook to use for school-lol!)
- Raeshell, Sophomore: I am most thankful for my friends and family because they will always be there when I need them the most.
- Ian Weier, Sophomore: I am most thankful for my family, friends, teachers, and peers! They are my favorites out of the whole earth and life. I am thankful to be here in Dryden to have a lot of good friends and teachers. Thank you for all you do!
- Wyatt Schultz, 7th grade: My parents because they bought me a new tablet.
- Madilyn Thorman, 8th grade: My family and friends because they have always been there for me during hard and good times.
- Arianna Lavalla, Freshman: My family because there always there for me and never let me down.
- Keira Miller, Freshman: I am most thankful for my mother because she has done everything for me even when she had no time to do so.
- Conner Fleming, Senior: I am most thankful for the support I am given whilst trying to achieve something. Not only does it boost confidence, but it's just helpful.
- Brianna Snavely, 8th grade: I am thankful for everything I have, I don't deserve any of it. I'm very thankful for my parents and all of my family in Kentucky, always wishing I was there with them. I'm thankful for everything my parents do for me. Thank you to everyone.
- Vanessa, 7th grade: For my family and friends because when I am feeling down they cheer me up so I can keep living free.
- Mrs. Maday, Teacher: I am most thankful for God, my family, friends, and students. I am thankful my daughter attends Dryden with me. School is a better place with her! I am also thankful for my work besties. I couldn't ask for better friends that I can count on for love and support. I am thankful for the love and kindness I receive from my students. They are a big reason why I love my job. Finally, I am so thankful to work in Dryden with such caring administration. I have so many reasons to be thankful!
- Austin Kapron, 8th grade: I am so thankful for how hard my dad works to make my life awesome.
- Karlie Harris, 8th grade: I am thankful for a lot of things in my life, but I am most thankful for my family and friends I have, the clothes on my body, the good health I have, and the good healthy food I come home to and lastly being able to live another day!!
- Lina Earle, Junior: I am most thankful for my family. I am thankful for them because they always make sure I’m okay & they wish the best for me always. They always want me to be happy even if they aren’t happy themselves. They put my happiness before theirs. I would do anything for my family because I know they will do anything for me.
- Gio Giganti, Freshman: I'm thankful for everything I have in my life. My parents supporting me, to my teachers giving me a great education. I am very proud of myself and the person I am becoming. I couldn't do it without the community of Dryden, though. Without all the teachers and students here, I wouldn't be able to type this as we speak. I am thankful for the healthy life I am in and how my parents raised me.
- Mrs. Torok, Teacher: I'm thankful for my students! They are so creative and expressive with their artwork. They make teaching a wonderful experience. They always bring a smile to my face and brighten my day. Every day they remind me of how important it is to love what you do for a living to have a happy and peaceful life. Thanks for being awesome students!
- Ms. Brinker, Assistant Principal/Athletic Director: My family. They have been my biggest supporters, helping me through my struggles and celebrating in my triumphs. I do not know where I would be without them supporting me along the way.
- Ariela Perales, 7th grade: My family they always are there for me, Close friends because I can talk about my feelings without being judged, My good health and not being sick, My home the roof over my head and somewhere I can actually have a bed and sleep, The food that I have and not starving, The education that I have and that some people don't have, and my pets, my cat Stormy and my grandma's dog Kia.
- Lola Abromaitis, Junior: I am most thankful for the amazing staff at Dryden. They are always so helpful, fun, and very protective of us, something not everyone gets to go home to.
Dryden Light Parade
Advice to Families of Seniors
Senior Seminar students from the Class of 2022 discussed how their families can support them throughout their college search and application process. Check out this week's advice!
- Support their decisions
Your teenager wants to have your support with whatever they do so keep that in mind.
- Be proud of your kid and what they become
Always make sure your kid knows that you're proud of them so they know they have people standing behind them.
- Help out financially
Most teenagers in college aren't going to be working full time so they aren't going to have enough money, especially right out of college.
- Don't compare them to their siblings
Comparing kids to their siblings can be very damaging to their self-esteem.
- Be patient
Everyone can get confused so being patient can be very helpful and encouraging.
- Help find the best college fit for them
Make sure you take them to visit the colleges they’re interested in so they are happy with their final decision.
- Set realistic expectations
Nobody is perfect so don't set really high expectations; it can cause unnecessary stress.
- Don't force your kid to go where you want them to
Everybody wants to make their own decisions so let them go where they want, not where you want because you're not living their life.
- Don't ask too many questions--they already have a lot going on
Nobody that's about to go off to college wants to be asked a bunch of questions all the time, especially when they are still stressed about their college work
- Don't lecture them
Lectures have to be one of the worst things ever it makes them defensive. Go about it using a different approach.
Vaccine Clinics
Sports
Leonard's Christmas Extravaganza
...And Gingerbread House Contest
Who's Hungry?
Need Someone to Talk to?
Yearbook
Upcoming Events
Monday, November 15
Varsity Baseball Winter Weight Training - 6:00 - 7:00 PM - High School Weight Room
Tuesday, November 16
Homework Club - 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM - HS Library
Wednesday, November 17
WEAR IT WEDNESDAY - CAMO DAY
7/8 Girls Basketball @ Peck - Bus departs @ 4:30 pm, 7/8 grade girls @ 6:00 pm
Athletic Boosters Meeting - 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM - High School Library
Thursday, November 18
Homework Club - 2:30 PM to 4:00 PM - HS Library
Varsity Baseball Winter Weight Training - 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM - High School Weight Room
POSTPONED Fall Band Concert - 7:00 PM to 8:30 PM - MPR
Friday, November 19
Speaker Senior Seminar Lapeer County Community Foundation & Four County Community Foundation - 7:25 AM to 8:30 AM
7/8 Girls Basketball @ Caseville - Bus departs @ 3:45 pm, 7/8 grade @ 6:00 pm
Riddle of the Week
by Penelope Spencer
This week's riddle:
What question can you never say yes to?
Last week's riddle:
What is always in front of you but can't be seen?
Answer: The future
Winner: No correct answers were submitted!
Random Student of the Week
Brianna Snavely
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The Team
Ava DeVlaminck - Editor
Nick Abromaitis - Reporter
Raghan DeLong - Reporter
Lily Finnigan - Reporter
Audrey Napolitano - Reporter
Ariela Perales - Reporter
Penelope Spencer - Reporter
Austin Kapron - Photographer
Email: SCzerwinski@dryden.k12.mi.us
Website: dryden.k12.mi.us
Location: Dryden High School, Rochester Road, Dryden, MI, USA
Phone: (810) 796-2266
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Twitter: @DrydenSchools
Joke of the Week
Why couldn't the bicycle stand up by itself? It was two tired.
Quote of the Week
“Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don’t matter and those who matter don’t mind.”- Dr. Seuss