Cardinal Crusader
May 2016
DRYDEN ELEMENTARY
Home of the Young Cardinals
We are Dryden Elementary
Email: rdowney@dryden.k12.mi.us
Website: www.dryden.k12.mi.us
Location: 3835 N Mill Rd, Dryden, MI, United States
Phone: (810) 796-2201
Twitter: @DESPrincipalD
From the Desk of Dr. Richards
Master Calendar - Snow Days Affect our End of the School Year
According to the MDE (Michigan Department of Education), all school districts must provide 175 “days” and 1,098 “hours” of student instruction in SY 2015-16. Barring any more cancelled school days, we would surpass the state “day” requirement at both buildings due to snow days and the cancelled first day of school affecting the elementary only.
Therefore, we will need to make up one day at the elementary school. At this time, the two half days of student instruction on June 14 and 15 will now be full days at the elementary school.
Good news -- at this point, the last day of the school year remains unchanged, Thursday, June 16.
Week of May 23
Monday, May 23 —
- Dads and Doughnuts A-L 8:00-8:30
- 3rd/4th grades Sloan Museum Field Trip 9:00-3:00
- 5th grade DARE Bowling trip to Hideaway Lanes 12:00-3:15
Tuesday, May 24 —
- Dads and Doughnuts M-Z 8:00-8:30
AIMSweb Testing
Hometown Football meeting 5:30-7:30
Wednesday, May 25 –
- AIMSweb Testing
- School Improvement meeting 3:45-5:00
- K-6 Girl Scout Meeting 3:35-5:00
Thursday, May 26 –
AIMSweb Testing
Friday, May 27 –
AIMSweb Makeup Testing
5th Grade GM A.W.I.M. presentation 1:30-3:30
Looking Ahead
May 30 Memorial Day - No Classes
June 16 Final Scheduled Day for School, half day for students
Upcoming PTA Events:
- Carnival - June 10
Insurance Questions?
Did you know....
Things to consider:
1. Is your current doctor part of the new plan
2. Is the hospital the one you want
Click the link below for the Michigan Department of Health and Human Resources
School Hours 8:35am-3:35pm
Students dismissed to classrooms at 8:25
Morning Drop Off
Afternoon Dismissal
Cardinal Club (Latchkey)
Lunch Price Changes
PARENT CORNER
Dryden Discovery Days
ONE NIGHT ONLY!
Schedule of Events:
Ice Cream Sundae Bar – 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Art Display K-6th
Read a Bare Book – All Grade Levels
3rd-4th Wax Museum - 5:00-6:00 p.m.
Science Fair
K-6th Student Learning on Display
Hope to see you there!
Wednesday, Jun 1, 2016, 04:00 PM
Dryden Elementary School, North Mill Road, Dryden, MI, United States
Our goal is to raise $500
Family Literacy Center
Call Family Literacy Center at 810-664-2737 for more information and to register your child.
New Family Play Groups for the New Year
Free play groups for children (birth to 5 years) and parents, grandparents, or caregivers. Have fun while learning through song, play, friendship, and crafts. Children will enjoy a snack, social time with other children, and a free book.
NOTE: All sessions are held at the Marguerite deAngeli Library, 921 W.. Nepessing St., Lapeer
May 10 - Tuesdays - 10-11:30 am
New Ready, Set Go Workshops for the New Year
This is an entertaining FREE workshop for 3-5 year olds and parents/grandparents/caregivers. Enjoy FUN learning activities that will help develop your child's skills and prepare him/her for school..Children also enjoy a snack, story time, and a free book. Siblings are welcome!
NOTE: All workshops are held at the Marguerite deAngeli Library, 921 W.. Nepessing St., Lapeer.
Thursday, May 19, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Thursday, June 23, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Mission Statement
- To provide an educational foundation of academic excellence that promotes responsible social, civic, and ethical conduct.
Vision Statement
- Passionate teachers developing 21st Century Skills for all students
- An individualized and challenging curriculum
- Commitment to a safe, technology-rich learning environment
- Encouraging community and family engagement