Dear Dry Ridge Elementary Families,
What an incredible first week back at Dry Ridge Elementary! Thank you for sending us such eager, smiling students and for partnering with us to start the year on such a positive note. Your support truly helps us create the safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment that every child deserves.
We are officially revved up for a fantastic year! 🚗💨
Reminders for a Smooth Start
Car Line - Please stay in the same lane during pick-up. This is how we call students in order, and it ensures they are walking the shortest distance possible to reach you. If cars get out of order, students may have to walk farther into the parking lot, which creates safety concerns.
Cell Phones & Smartwatches - As a reminder, cell phones, smartwatches, and other personal electronic devices should be left at home. This helps us keep the focus on learning and prevents distractions.
Bus Update - Students who were riding Bus 246 (third load) will begin riding Bus 151 starting Monday morning. Pick-up and drop-off times will be similar to last year. Students on this bus were sent home with a bright green letter containing more details.
Looking Ahead – September Dates
September 1 – No School – Labor Day
September 8–12 – Fall Book Fair
September 9 – Grandparents Night (Grades K–2) 5:00–7:00 PM
September 11 – Grandparents Night (Grades 3–5) 5:00–7:00 PM
Thank you again for your partnership and engagement in helping us create a Revved Up first week back! We can’t wait to see all the learning, growth, and fun this year will bring.
With Appreciation,
Michelle A. Lawrence, Ed. S
Principal, Dry Ridge Elementary
What an incredible first week back at Dry Ridge Elementary! Thank you for sending us such eager, smiling students and for partnering with us to start the year on such a positive note. Your support truly helps us create the safe, welcoming, and engaging learning environment that every child deserves.
We are officially revved up for a fantastic year! 🚗💨
Reminders for a Smooth Start
Car Line - Please stay in the same lane during pick-up. This is how we call students in order, and it ensures they are walking the shortest distance possible to reach you. If cars get out of order, students may have to walk farther into the parking lot, which creates safety concerns.
Cell Phones & Smartwatches - As a reminder, cell phones, smartwatches, and other personal electronic devices should be left at home. This helps us keep the focus on learning and prevents distractions.
Bus Update - Students who were riding Bus 246 (third load) will begin riding Bus 151 starting Monday morning. Pick-up and drop-off times will be similar to last year. Students on this bus were sent home with a bright green letter containing more details.
Looking Ahead – September Dates
September 1 – No School – Labor Day
September 8–12 – Fall Book Fair
September 9 – Grandparents Night (Grades K–2) 5:00–7:00 PM
September 11 – Grandparents Night (Grades 3–5) 5:00–7:00 PM
Thank you again for your partnership and engagement in helping us create a Revved Up first week back! We can’t wait to see all the learning, growth, and fun this year will bring.
With Appreciation,
Michelle A. Lawrence, Ed. S
Principal, Dry Ridge Elementary
I want to make you aware that one of our routes will be running later than normal for the remainder of this week and possibly into next week. Today, students on this route were not picked up until close to 5:00 p.m., and we anticipate similar delays until the transportation department is able to adjust staffing and routes. Please note that this does not impact all students that ride Bus 245. This bus currently has three loads of students.
We realize this is not the impression we would like to give on the very first day of school, and I sincerely apologize for the inconvenience. While this situation is outside of our school’s control, please know that we are more than happy to work with you to find temporary solutions that meet your family’s needs until the transportation department can get this resolved.
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to our office if you have questions or if we can help in any way. Your children’s safety and comfort are always our top priorities. If you have specific questions about your child's pick up time, drop time or bus number, please contact the bus garage directly at 859-824-3332.
Michelle A. Lawrence, Ed. S
Principal, Dry Ridge Elementary
📣 Coming Soon: A Better Way to Stay Connected!
Starting This Week, you’ll receive messages, updates, and announcements from your child’s school right inside the Grant County Schools - KY app.
✅ One place for all school communication
📱 Text notifications even if you haven’t downloaded the app
💬 Easy access to message teachers, coaches, counselors & more
Rooms is tied to Infinite Campus, once students are active in Infinite Campus, you will be able to login with your cell phone number! Additional Support can be found at https://sites.google.com/grant.kyschools.us/gcsappsupport/home
#StudentCenteredExcellence
Starting This Week, you’ll receive messages, updates, and announcements from your child’s school right inside the Grant County Schools - KY app.
✅ One place for all school communication
📱 Text notifications even if you haven’t downloaded the app
💬 Easy access to message teachers, coaches, counselors & more
Rooms is tied to Infinite Campus, once students are active in Infinite Campus, you will be able to login with your cell phone number! Additional Support can be found at https://sites.google.com/grant.kyschools.us/gcsappsupport/home
#StudentCenteredExcellence
Important News for Families
Some new laws in Kentucky will change things in schools across the state, including here in Grant County.
These changes include:
🕊️ A moment of silence at the start of each school day
📱 Rules about how school staff and volunteers can communicate electronically with students
🚫 A new law against something called “sexual extortion” to help keep students safe
📵 A ban on cell phone use in classrooms during learning time
Grant County Schools will send more information to families soon through Infinite Campus. Please watch for updates.
Thank you for working with us to keep our schools safe and focused on learning.
#StudentCenteredExcellence #KYLegislation #FamilyUpdate
Some new laws in Kentucky will change things in schools across the state, including here in Grant County.
These changes include:
🕊️ A moment of silence at the start of each school day
📱 Rules about how school staff and volunteers can communicate electronically with students
🚫 A new law against something called “sexual extortion” to help keep students safe
📵 A ban on cell phone use in classrooms during learning time
Grant County Schools will send more information to families soon through Infinite Campus. Please watch for updates.
Thank you for working with us to keep our schools safe and focused on learning.
#StudentCenteredExcellence #KYLegislation #FamilyUpdate
We’re thrilled to welcome our newest employees to the team! Your passion, dedication, and talents are exactly what make our schools such a special place for students to learn and grow.
✨ We know it’s going to be a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have across our district. Let’s make this school year one to remember — together!
#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
✨ We know it’s going to be a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have across our district. Let’s make this school year one to remember — together!
#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
We’re thrilled to welcome our newest employees to the team! Your passion, dedication, and talents are exactly what make our schools such a special place for students to learn and grow.
✨ We know it’s going to be a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have across our district. Let’s make this school year one to remember — together!
#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
✨ We know it’s going to be a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have across our district. Let’s make this school year one to remember — together!
#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
We’re thrilled to welcome our newest employees to the team! Your passion, dedication, and talents are exactly what make our schools such a special place for students to learn and grow.
✨ We know it’s going to be a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have across our district. Let’s make this school year one to remember — together!
#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
✨ We know it’s going to be a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have across our district. Let’s make this school year one to remember — together!
#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
We’re thrilled to welcome our newest employees to the team! Your passion, dedication, and talents are exactly what make our schools such a special place for students to learn and grow.
✨ We know it’s going to be a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have across our district. Let’s make this school year one to remember — together!
#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
✨ We know it’s going to be a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have across our district. Let’s make this school year one to remember — together!
#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
We’re thrilled to welcome our newest employees to the team! Your passion, dedication, and talents are exactly what make our schools such a special place for students to learn and grow.
✨ We know it’s going to be a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have across our district. Let’s make this school year one to remember — together!
#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
✨ We know it’s going to be a wonderful year, and we can’t wait to see the incredible impact you’ll have across our district. Let’s make this school year one to remember — together!
#WelcomeToGCS #StudentCenteredExcellence
Say hello to the Grant County Schools app. and classroom announcements in the Grant County Schools app. Now, it's easier than ever to stay up-to-date with the district, schools, and your children's classes. Parents and guardians will soon receive instructions via email to create their login to access Messages within the district app.
https://youtu.be/ga0wxfoOmYU
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Grant County Schools would love your feedback on student programs, safety, and technology! Follow the link to participate in a short survey!
https://forms.gle/VPwuzv7eKtiKHF7K6
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‼️DRE Families ‼️ Be sure to check your mailbox this week! 📪
Teachers are sending out a VERY important message tomorrow! 📩
Please remember that it may take a few days to arrive and not everyone will receive theirs on the same day.
Tag us in any pics that you take with DRE students and their mail! ❤️🖤
Grant County Schools Family Resource Center Coordinators along with our Grant County Community are hosting the ninth annual, Braves Bash, a free school supply event at Grant County High School on August, 2, 2025.
Please remember, students must be present to receive supplies! More information will be sent out as we get closer to the event!
#StudentCenteredExcellence
Please remember, students must be present to receive supplies! More information will be sent out as we get closer to the event!
#StudentCenteredExcellence
Grant County Schools Transportation Department is hosting an Open House next week, July 17, 2025 from 5-7 pm.
This event is open to anyone interested or curious about becoming a school bus driver or monitor for Grant County Schools!
We hope to see you there! https://youtu.be/gFC_b0ie-jU
#StudentCenteredExcellence
This event is open to anyone interested or curious about becoming a school bus driver or monitor for Grant County Schools!
We hope to see you there! https://youtu.be/gFC_b0ie-jU
#StudentCenteredExcellence
Online Registration is now OPEN!
Second Annual Town Hall
July 10, 2025
Grant County High School Auditorium - 6pm
Dry Ridge Elementary held an Elementary Engineers day camp this week for DRE 4th and 5th grade students! Students completed fun, hands-on engineering challenges while expanding their excitement for STEM! Thanks, Missy Colson and NKU, for hosting the event! #StudentCenteredExcellence
🎉🎉We are excited to announce that Mr. Jordon Floyd will be joining Crittenden-Mt. Zion Elementary School as the new principal!
Mr. Floyd brings with him 16 years of experience in education. He served for 13 years as a special education teacher and assistant principal in the Erlanger-Elsmere School District and has spent the past three years at Sherman Elementary.
He holds both his Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees, along with a Principal Certification, from Northern Kentucky University.
Mr. Floyd is known for his collaborative spirit, calm leadership, and his ability to create strong relationships with students. He is passionate about supporting positive behavior solutions and helping both students and staff reach their full potential.
His goal for the upcoming school year is to ensure CMZ remains a place where students thrive and teachers, staff, and parents feel supported and empowered.
Please join us in giving a warm welcome to Principal Floyd! We are excited for what the future holds under his leadership.
#StudentCenteredExcellence
If you’re a graduate from any of the 71 GCHS graduating classes, you may be familiar with the class composites. Today, local photographer, Jeff Rogers, and Distinguished Alumni, David Barnes are working on a fun, and exciting project! More on that, soon!
What class did you graduate from?
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Happy Bus Driver Appreciation Day!!
Today we celebrate our amazing bus drivers, monitors, and the entire transportation team. Your dedication to safely getting our students to and from school is at the heart of what keeps our district running smoothly.
Thank you for being such an essential part of our students’ lives — we appreciate all that you do, every single day! 💛🚌
