Crestwood School District

🦃🍁 Please read a special Thanksgiving message from Dr. Mosallam, Superintendent of Crestwood Schools! English Letter: https://5il.co/31sgw Arabic Letter: https://5il.co/31sgx Wishing everyone a joyful holiday! 🍂✨

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from the Crestwood School District! 🍂 All schools and offices will be closed Wednesday, November 27 – Friday, November 29, 2024. Regular operations will resume on Monday, December 2, 2024.🍂 Have a safe and happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

🎨✨ Last week, Kinloch Elementary hosted an unforgettable Paint Night in partnership with our magnificent art teacher, Mrs. Dina Peterson! Students, families, and staff came together for a night of creativity, laughter, and colorful masterpieces. 🌟 A special thank you to our amazing Kinloch PTA and Crestwood High School's National Honors Society for their invaluable help in making the night a success. Your support truly brought our vision to life! ❤️ Enjoy these snapshots from our fun and vibrant evening—proof that art brings us all closer together! 🖌️🖼️ #KinlochPaintNight #CrestwoodCommunity #ArtInAction

Dear RMS Families, There was an incident at the 8th Grade Basketball game on 11/20/2024 at Pierce Middle School in South Redford. Please see the letter from Superintendent Dr. Mosallam for more details. Thank you for your attention to this matter. https://5il.co/31qhq

Seasons Greetings from the Dearborn Heights Library! The Dearborn Heights Library will hold a 60th Anniversary Holiday Open House at the John F. Kennedy, Jr. Library on Thursday, December 5th. This is an all-day Open House with activities scheduled throughout the day. There will be story times, crafts, and delicious snacks. Visitors can also enjoy live music from Crescendo Detroit while strolling through our Holiday Tree Village. As always, the Holiday Open House and all its activities are FREE. You do not need to be a Dearborn Heights resident to attend. The more, the merrier! Have a Happy Thanksgiving!

Today’s lockdown at Riverside Middle School was a precautionary response to a swatting hoax. It is part of a troubling trend nationwide, with incidents up 80%. These false threats disrupt learning and require significant law enforcement resources. Everyone is safe, and normal operations have resumed. Please see the attached press release for complete details.

Riverside Middle School Lockdown Lifted Dear Crestwood Families, The lockdown at Riverside Middle School has been lifted. Dearborn Heights Police completed a thorough room-by-room search, and we have received the all-clear. This lockdown was initiated out of an abundance of caution, as hoax threats, often referred to as “swatting,” continue to affect schools across the state and nation. We want to remind families that these threats are taken very seriously. Any individual found making such hoaxes will be charged and prosecuted, as they disrupt learning and create unnecessary fear. We ask that parents speak to their children about the seriousness of these actions. Safety remains our top priority, and we appreciate your continued cooperation. Please refrain from coming to the school, as everyone is safe, and normal operations have resumed. Thank you for your understanding and support. Crestwood School District Administraton

Riverside Middle School Update Dear Crestwood Families, Riverside Middle School is currently on a hard lockdown as a precaution. Dearborn Heights Police are on-site, and we will share updates as soon as more information is available. Thank you for your understanding.

Riverside Middle School Shines at the Second Annual Community Bazaar! Tonight, Riverside Middle School hosted its second annual Community Bazaar, bringing students, families, and community members together to support a critical humanitarian cause. Guests enjoyed handmade trinkets, delicious food, and unique gift ideas, with 100% of the proceeds going to the Amity Foundation to aid Lebanon and Palestine relief efforts. A huge congratulations to our talented students and RMS organizers for making this event a resounding success! Thank you for supporting this meaningful community initiative.

Important Update: All Clear at Crestwood High School The Dearborn Heights Fire Department has given the all-clear after thoroughly investigating the gym area. They found no signs of fire or any safety concerns. The evacuation was purely a precautionary measure, and we are grateful for everyone’s patience and cooperation. — Crestwood School District

Important Update: There is a smell of burning and light smoke near the gym area at CHS. While there is no immediate danger, the source hasn’t been identified yet. Out of an abundance of caution, we are evacuating the building and have contacted the Dearborn Heights Fire Department. We will provide updates as soon as we have more information. — Crestwood School District

🚨 Happening Tomorrow at Riverside Middle School! 🚨 📢 Riverside Middle School Students Present: The Community Bazaar 🗓️ Wednesday, November 20th 🕔 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM 📍 Riverside Gym & Hallway Riverside Middle School students are leading the charge to make a difference! Join us at The Community Bazaar to support their efforts in raising funds for The Amity Foundation. All proceeds will provide critical humanitarian aid to Lebanon and Palestine. 🌟 What’s in store? 🍪 Delicious baked goods 🛍️ Unique, student-made accessories This event highlights the compassion and leadership of our students as they support a cause close to their hearts. 💙 Let’s come together and make a difference! See you tomorrow at Riverside!

Crestwood Board of Education Highlights Tonight, State Representatives Erin Byrnes and Alabas Farhat presented a State of Michigan proclamation honoring Superintendent Dr. Youssef Mosallam for being named the National Association of School Superintendents (NASS) Superintendent of the Year. The meeting also celebrated Crestwood’s financial excellence with an unmodified audit, reaffirming the district’s strong stewardship of resources for students and staff. Proud moments for our district! #CrestwoodPride #ExcellenceInLeadership #FinancialSuccess

Support Crestwood Students This Giving Tuesday! Join us on December 3rd for a global day of generosity to create lasting opportunities for Crestwood students! Your gift to the Crestwood Community Educational Foundation helps fund impactful programs like CCEF Grants and Scholarships. Learn more and find ways to support here: https://www.jotform.com/243224774168057

The Crestwood School District Board of Education Office has moved! Our new address is: 1045 N. Gulley, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127 For more information, please call (313) 278-0906.

We’re thrilled to announce that our community has made history! The Crestwood School District bond proposal has passed with overwhelming support, marking the largest voter-approved bond in our district’s history. Dr. Mosallam shared, “We made history! I’m excited for what the future brings! Thank you everyone for your support for this bond and all we do. Let’s keep moving this district forward for generations to come!” Danielle Elzayat, President of the Crestwood Board of Education, added, “This is going to impact generations to come.” Thank you to everyone who supported this important initiative—together, we’re building a brighter tomorrow for Crestwood!

Crestwood High School Hosts Successful Blood Drive Today, October 30, 2024, Crestwood High School held its biannual blood drive, organized by the National Honor Society (NHS). Mrs. Johns and Ms. Abass, NHS advisors, led the event with the support of their dedicated students, who coordinated every step—from check-in to exit surveys—ensuring donors were well cared for with treats afterward. Dr. Youssef Mosallam, superintendent of Crestwood Schools and a lifelong blood donor, also participated. “The hard work and dedication of Mrs. Johns, Ms. Abass, and our NHS students exemplify what it means to serve our community. Through their efforts, lives are being saved today, and I couldn’t be prouder of their commitment to making a real difference,” said Dr. Mosallam. With a concerning blood shortage affecting hospitals nationwide, the Crestwood community is encouraged to stay on the lookout for the spring blood drive. Staff, students, and community members who are able to donate are urged to participate and help save lives during this critical time. Every donation counts!

🎭 Crestwood Theatre Presents: CLUE 🎭🔎 It’s a dark and stormy night... and the mystery awaits! 🔎Join us for a thrilling night of comedy, intrigue, and suspense as Crestwood Theatre brings the classic Clue to life on stage! 📅 Showtimes:📍 November 9th, 15th, 16th at 7 PM 📍 November 10th at 3 PM 📍 Location: Crestwood High School Auditorium1501 Beech Daly Rd, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127 Prepare for an evening filled with twists, laughs, and mystery! Please get your tickets now and join us for an unforgettable night of theatre! 🎟️✨👉 Visit www.crestwoodtheatre.com for more details. #CrestwoodTheatre #LiveTheatre #ClueThePlay

Lawrence Tech and Crestwood Schools Partner Announced at Images & Perceptions Gala Today, October 25, 2024, the Images & Perceptions Celebration of Diversity Gala took place at the stunning Saint John’s Resort in Plymouth, Michigan. Champions of diversity and those committed to fostering inclusion came together for an inspiring evening. A major announcement highlighted the event: Lawrence Technological University and Crestwood School District are joining forces to provide students with new opportunities for success. Dr. Ali Sobh, President of Lawrence Tech, and Dr. Youssef Mosallam, Superintendent of Crestwood Schools, unveiled this exciting partnership, which also includes Images & Perceptions. The initiative will offer undergraduate and graduate scholarships, opening doors for students from Dearborn and Dearborn Heights to pursue their dreams. Scholarship Highlights: Undergraduate: $18,000 per year for full-time students, valid for 8 semesters. Graduate: Up to 35% off tuition, with scholarship values ranging from $1,300 to $3,900 based on credit hours. To further celebrate the spirit of diversity, Dr. Hiba Elhajj invited four Crestwood High School students to attend the gala. These students brought their unique multicultural experiences, reminding everyone in attendance that the brightest future lies in embracing and uplifting diverse voices. What an incredible celebration of unity, education, and opportunity! We are excited to see this partnership thrive, creating pathways for success and prosperity for the next generation. #LawrenceTech #CrestwoodSchools #ImagesAndPerceptions #DiversityMatters #StudentOpportunities #CrestwoodProud

Crestwood School District Presents at the 2024 Michigan Association of School Boards Leadership Conference Today, Friday, October 25, 2024, we had the honor of attending and presenting at the 2024 Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) Annual Leadership Conference at the Lansing Center. Superintendent Dr. Youssef Mosallam, Associate Superintendent Andria O’Hara, and Climate, Culture, and Communication Coordinator Rashid Baydoun led a powerful session titled “Building a Strong Culture with Restorative Practices.” The presentation engaged locally elected board members and administrators from across Michigan, focusing on how restorative practices have been instrumental in transforming school culture at Crestwood. Our team shared practical strategies for fostering positive relationships, addressing conflict, and promoting accountability, all while building an inclusive environment where students feel supported and empowered. It was an incredible opportunity to showcase Crestwood’s commitment to developing meaningful change, and we are grateful for the chance to exchange ideas with education leaders across the state. Thank you to the MASB for organizing this inspiring event and giving us a platform to share the impactful work happening within our district! #MASB2024 #EducationLeadership #RestorativePractices