Crestwood School District

Crestwood School District Back to School Kickoff! 📅 Date:Tuesday, August 20, 2024 📍 Location: Riverside Middle School 🕒 Time: 5 PM to 8 PM Join us for an evening of fun and excitement at our annual Back to School Kickoff! This year's event is packed with activities for everyone: 🎈 Inflatable Activities 🎶 Music 🍔 Food Vendors 🏫 Clubs and Organizations 🩺 Mobile Clinic for Sports Physicals 🎯 Dunk Tank ... and so much more! Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to reconnect with friends, meet new people, and get ready for an amazing school year ahead. We can't wait to see you there!

Read all about the Crestwood High School Weather Station! https://www.csdmi.org/o/chs/page/crestwood-high-school-weather-station

Wishing all of our Crestwood School District community a safe and happy 4th of July! Enjoy the celebrations! #CrestwoodSchoolDistrict #4thofJuly #Community

Juneteenth Closure Announcement In observance of Juneteenth Freedom Day, all Crestwood School District buildings will be closed. We honor this important day, recognizing the end of slavery in the United States and celebrating freedom and equality.

Important Chromebook Information for the 2024-2025 School Year For the 2024-2025 school year, K-5 students will have Chromebooks available in their classrooms for use during school hours only. Students in grades 5-11 can keep their Chromebooks over the summer, while seniors must return theirs and settle any fines to participate in commencement. Families leaving Crestwood must return all Chromebooks and accessories to avoid fines. Chromebooks cannot be taken out of the country, so please return them before traveling. Remember, Chromebooks are for educational purposes only. Parents should monitor their use at home and report any issues to the CSD Chromebook Help Desk. For more details, refer to the provided document or contact us at (313) 278-1560.

CHARGERS ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB GOLF OUTING 📅 Date: Saturday, August 3, 2024 📍 Location: Inkster Valley Golf Course 2150 Middle Road, Inkster, MI 48141 ⏰ Schedule: Registration: 8:00 AM Golf Begins PROMPTLY at 9:00 AM 🎟️ Costs: $400 for a foursome $100 per golfer ⛳ Sponsor a Hole for $150! Includes: 18 holes of golf with a cart Halal hot dog, chips, and pop at hole #10 Dinner and soft drinks afterward Prizes and auctions Join us for a day of fun and support our Chargers!

This past Tuesday, Hillcrest Elementary’s Cross-Categorical Classroom was transformed into a global wonderland thanks to the incredible efforts of Mrs. Hawrot! Our amazing teacher organized an unforgettable event where students explored different countries, and our wonderful parents brought in delicious foods and fascinating artifacts from around the world. We walked through each country, experiencing diverse cultures and celebrating our vibrant community. It was a day filled with learning, joy, and unity. Huge congratulations to Mrs. Hawrot for making this event such a tremendous success! #HillcrestElementary #GlobalClassroom #CelebrateDiversity #MrsHawrot #CommunityUnity

Adventures Begins at Your Library: Summer Programs at Dearborn Heights Library! Join us at the Dearborn Heights Library for an exciting summer filled with adventure! From June 22 to August 3, 2024, we have something for everyone with our summer reading programs tailored for youth, teens, and adults. All events are open to both residents and non-residents, so bring your friends and family. Visit Us: Caroline Kennedy Library 24590 George Ave, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127 For more information, visit our website or call us at (313) 791-3800. Don’t miss out on the adventure that begins at your library!

Congratulations Mrs. Bazzi’s Kindergarten Class! Mrs. Bazzi’s kindergarten class at Hillcrest Elementary has won the “Golden Spatula” Award for following cafeteria procedures and upholding the Husky PBIS expectations during lunch. Mrs. Sanaa Saeed, our District Food Service Director, celebrated this achievement with the class. Well done, Mrs. Bazzi’s class! Keep up the great work!

We are thrilled to share that Riverside Middle School recently held our 8th Grade Honors Assembly, a joyous event honoring the incredible academic achievements of our Riverside Ravens. Students, teachers, and parents gathered to celebrate this auspicious occasion alongside School Board members, Superintendent Dr. Youssef Mosallam, and the RMS administration. In addition to recognizing our outstanding 8th graders, we also celebrated the accomplishments of our dedicated 6th and 7th graders. As the school year comes to a close, we take pride in the future successes of our 8th graders as they transition to become freshmen at Crestwood High School. Our event was filled with joy and pride, as captured in the photos from Honors Night last week. Join us in congratulating all our students for their hard work and dedication. 🎓👏 Here's to celebrating the achievements of today and the promises of tomorrow! 🌟 #RiversideRavens #AcademicExcellence #HonorsAssembly #FutureSuccess

At Crestwood School District, our student clubs and organizations offer endless opportunities for growth and connection. From academics to the arts, our students are discovering their passions and building lasting friendships. Check out this video to see how our vibrant student life shapes future leaders! https://5il.co/2m35m

Enroll in Crestwood Preschool! Registration for the 2024-2025 school year at Crestwood Child Care Center is open now. Located at Crestwood High School, our program welcomes children who are 3 or 4 by September 1, 2024. Registration is by appointment only. Registration Fee: $75 (non-refundable.) Crestwood High School, 1501 N. Beech Daly, Dearborn Heights, MI. For more details, go to: https://www.csdmi.org/page/crestwood-preschool . To make an appointment for registration, please call 313-278-0558.

From our friends at the Dearborn Heights Public Library: As the school year winds down the Dearborn Heights Library is gearing up for some fun, free summer activities that will help students remain engaged with literacy and help prevent summer slide. Our Activity Boxes are back again this summer! Registration is online only at dhlibrary.org (Monday, June 3 - Saturday, June 29). The Activity Boxes are free and will be home delivered. Every registered family gets a Family Supplies box that contains markers, crayons, glue, scissors, and chalk. Each registered individual receives an Activity Box containing coloring pages, crafts, and a science activity. Anyone can sign up for boxes (including adults!) and younger children can participate with the help of a grown up. The boxes are geared toward elementary ages, but older and younger children will likely enjoy them as well. Delivery: Monday, July 15 - Saturday, July 20. -It is 100 percent free. -Everyone can participate, regardless of what city a student may live in. -The library delivers the boxes directly to homes, so no transportation is required. https://www.dhcl.michlibrary.org/

Embracing Diversity: Dr. Mosallam Speaks at WXYZ’s EDI Forum Crestwood School District’s Superintendent, Dr. Youssef Mosallam, recently took part in a distinguished forum of Arab American leaders from Dearborn and Dearborn Heights. The event, organized as part of WXYZ’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (EDI) Speaker Series, was a unique opportunity for leaders to engage with the WXYZ team and discuss critical issues impacting our community. During the forum, Dr. Mosallam shared valuable insights into the strides being made within the Crestwood School District to promote equity and inclusion. His comments highlighted ongoing efforts to create an educational environment where all students can succeed, regardless of their background. Forums like these are essential as they provide a platform for leaders to exchange ideas and best practices for fostering inclusive communities. Dr. Mosallam’s participation reflects his deep commitment to these values and his dedication to advancing them within our schools. The EDI Speaker Series by WXYZ serves as an important reminder of the strength found in diversity and the importance of understanding and unity. Through events like these, Dr. Mosallam and other community leaders are helping to pave the way for a more inclusive and equitable future for all.

At our board meeting tonight, we were honored to have the Crestwood High School Jazz Band, under the direction of Mr. Matthew Ridenour, perform. The band delivered outstanding renditions of the 1967 hit “Soul Man” by Sam & Dave and the 1983 hit “Beat It” by Michael Jackson, captivating the audience with their talent and dedication. We were also privileged to recognize Isabella Jomaa and Ali Mezher, two Class of 2024 seniors who will soon be attending the University of Michigan's Ross School of Business. Congratulations to these exceptional students on their remarkable achievements!

Join Our Team at Crestwood School District! We are excited to announce open positions for a Social Worker at Riverside Middle School, a Social Worker at Highview Elementary School, and an Assistant Principal at Crestwood High School. For more details and to apply, please check the job postings on our website. Don't miss this opportunity to make a difference!

Episode 4 of District Discourse is Live! We’re excited to bring you Episode 4 of District Discourse: "Empathy and Resilience." Discover how these vital skills are shaping the future leaders at Crestwood School District. From personal growth to academic excellence, learn how we're fostering a supportive and resilient community. https://youtu.be/ISa97iau2M8

Crestwood Community Join us for a special event tonight! Meet & Greet with New Head Football Coach Mike Grucz 📅 Wednesday, May 15th 🕖 7:00 PM 📍 CHS Library This event will take place immediately following the Freshmen Festival. Come and meet Coach Grucz, hear about his vision for our football program, and show your support for our team. Let’s give him a warm Crestwood welcome! See you there! 🏈 #CrestwoodFootball #MeetAndGreet #CHSCommunity #NewBeginnings

Reminder: Join Us Today for a Virtual Community Discussion on Autism! Crestwood School District in collaboration with Blue Hands United warmly invites you to our virtual community discussion on autism happening today, May 14, 2024, at 5 PM EST. 📅 Date: Today, May 14, 2024 ⏰ Time: 5:00 PM EST 🔗 Join via Google Meet: https://meet.google.com/ntd-rroo-ark For additional information, please refer to our event flyer. We look forward to having an engaging and informative session with all participants!

Hello Crestwood Families! We are excited to announce that registration is open for our Multi-age Tuition Preschool Program! We are located in the brand new Crestwood Early Childhood Center at 1045 N. Gulley. This program is for children ages 3 & 4. Children must be 3 years old by September 1, 2024 to enroll. There is a $75 non-refundable registration fee required to hold your child's spot. For more information, please visit our website at https://www.csdmi.org/o/ecp/page/tuition-based-preschool-program . To register, please call (313) 278-8427 to schedule an appointment.