Due to the high winds, Kinloch Elementary School has lost power. Therefore, we will be releasing students at 1:30 PM on Friday, March 13, 2026.

Please pick up your children and have your identification available to confirm relationships to your child as you will retrieve them from the main office. Upon arriving to the school, directions will be given, and we ask everyone to be patient while we dismiss students in a safe and orderly fashion.
1 day ago, Crestwood School District
A blue announcement graphic titled “Important Information From Kinloch” with the Kinloch Koalas school logo. The message explains that Kinloch Elementary School has lost power due to high winds. As a result, students will be released early at 1:30 PM on Friday, March 13, 2026. Parents and guardians are asked to pick up their children from the main office and bring identification to confirm their relationship to the student. The notice also states that directions will be provided upon arrival, and families are asked to be patient as students are dismissed safely and in an orderly manner.
Join us for a magical Character Party & Pancake Breakfast on April 11th from 10 AM–2 PM at Crestwood High School! Meet Anna & Elsa, Cinderella, SpongeBob & friends, enjoy crafts and story time. $15 per person, payable by cash, check, or Venmo.
1 day ago, Crestwood School District
A pink flyer titled “Crestwood Theatre Character Party and Pancake Breakfast.” The graphic features silhouettes of princess-style characters in front of a yellow paint-brush background. The event invites families to meet favorite characters and enjoy activities on April 11 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Guests can arrive anytime during the event and stay as long as they like. Location: Crestwood High School Lobby, 1501 N. Beech Daly Road Cost: $15 for participants Activities include tea with a princess and prince, story time, arts and crafts, snacks, and more.

Crestwood High School will be closed, Thursday, March 12, 2026 due to electrical and power issues at the High School. All other schools in the District are OPEN.

2 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue announcement graphic from Crestwood School District stating that only Crestwood High School will be closed on Thursday, March 12, 2026, due to electrical and power issues at Crestwood High School. The notice also states that all other schools in the district will remain open. The district logo appears at the bottom of the graphic.
National Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8, 2026. The Michigan Department of Education’s (MDE) Office of Educator Excellence wishes to celebrate teachers across Michigan for the entire month of May.

MDE invites parents/guardians to submit 15-30 second videos of their students recognizing and thanking a specific teacher for their impact. Cell phones easily capture the videos. Please follow the directions on the flyer. Videos and parental consent must be submitted via this Google Form: https://tinyurl.com/2s3jaf7b. Videos are currently being accepted until April 15, 2026

Submitted videos may be posted on the MDE Teacher Appreciation Month webpage and MDE social media throughout the month of May. If your child has great things to say about a teacher, submit a video today! 
3 days ago, Crestwood School District
A flyer announcing the Michigan Teacher Appreciation Video Project from the Michigan Department of Education. The project invites students to record short, positive videos thanking their teachers so they can be featured on MDE platforms during Teacher Appreciation Month in May. The flyer explains that videos should be 15–30 seconds long, recorded on a phone or camera, and should clearly show and capture the student’s voice. Students are encouraged to share something positive about their teacher, include their first name, grade, school, and the teacher’s last name, and mention something specific they appreciate about their teacher. Videos must be submitted in .MP4 or .MOV format using the provided link or QR code. The flyer also suggests prompts such as “I like how [teacher name] teaches because…” or “Thank you [teacher name] for being my teacher!” and encourages students to be creative and have fun. For questions, families can contact MDE-PME@Michigan.gov
Arabic translation of: A flyer announcing the Michigan Teacher Appreciation Video Project from the Michigan Department of Education. The project invites students to record short, positive videos thanking their teachers so they can be featured on MDE platforms during Teacher Appreciation Month in May. The flyer explains that videos should be 15–30 seconds long, recorded on a phone or camera, and should clearly show and capture the student’s voice. Students are encouraged to share something positive about their teacher, include their first name, grade, school, and the teacher’s last name, and mention something specific they appreciate about their teacher. Videos must be submitted in .MP4 or .MOV format using the provided link or QR code. The flyer also suggests prompts such as “I like how [teacher name] teaches because…” or “Thank you [teacher name] for being my teacher!” and encourages students to be creative and have fun. For questions, families can contact MDE-PME@Michigan.gov
Congratulations to Hillcrest Principal Nassrine Saad, Numeracy Coach Randa Abdallah, and Reading Interventionist Veronica Greenlaw, who presented on the coaching cycle and MTSS processes at Hillcrest at the Michigan Reading Association Conference in Lansing.

Their session was a great success, with many educators staying afterward to learn more about the impactful work happening in our schools. We are proud to see our staff sharing their expertise and representing the Crestwood community!
4 days ago, Crestwood School District
A graphic titled “Educators in Action” featuring several photos of Crestwood educators presenting and attending a professional conference. The collage shows educators speaking during presentations, standing together at the event, and posing with a group of colleagues in a conference room. The caption congratulates Hillcrest Principal Nassrine Saad, Numeracy Coach Randa Abdallah, and Reading Interventionist Veronica Greenlaw for presenting on the coaching cycle and MTSS processes at Hillcrest during the Michigan Reading Association Conference in Lansing. The message notes that their session was well attended, with many educators staying afterward to ask questions and learn more about the work happening in Crestwood schools, and expresses pride in staff representing the Hillcrest community.
Elementary parents are invited to attend an informational meeting about the M-STEP assessment. Learn when students will take the test and discover helpful ways to support your child’s preparation at home.

Join us on Wednesday, March 25 from 5:30–6:15 PM at the Crestwood Board Office, 1045 N. Gulley Rd. We hope to see you there!
5 days ago, Crestwood School District
A green chalkboard-style flyer announcing an M-STEP (Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress) Elementary Parent Meeting. The flyer includes school logos for Highview Hawks, Hillcrest Huskies, and Kinloch Koalas. Event details are displayed on a clipboard graphic: Date: Wednesday, March 25, 2026 Time: 5:30–6:15 PM Location: Crestwood Board Office, 1045 N. Gulley, Dearborn Heights The flyer invites elementary parents to attend the meeting to learn more about the M-STEP assessment.
Crestwood School District is partnering with the Michigan State Police VIP Program to host a free fingerprinting event on March 17 from 9:00 AM–5:00 PM for students and community members with special needs (age 2 and up). This program helps law enforcement quickly identify individuals if they become lost.
Please read this letter for more information: https://aptg.co/qLfJ98
MSP VIP Information: https://aptg.co/1NY5Z3
VIP Application: https://aptg.co/3lZ3Mp
5 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue and gold flyer titled “Crestwood VIP Event” featuring the Michigan State Police logo and the Crestwood School District logo. The event will take place on March 17, 2026, from 9 AM to 5 PM and is marked as free. The flyer explains that the VIP Program allows parents or guardians to securely enroll fingerprints and/or photographs of loved ones with special needs into a statewide police database. This helps law enforcement quickly identify individuals using a Life Scan or mobile fingerprint scanner if they become lost or are unable to identify themselves. The event is open to Crestwood School District students and community members with disabilities age two and older. Enrollment will take place 9:00 AM–3:00 PM at students’ schools, and 3:30–5:00 PM at the Board Office for community members. For more details, the flyer directs families to refer to the attached letter and brochure or contact Dr. Rachel Pollack, Crestwood Special Education Coordinator, at rpollack@csdmi.org
Arabic translation of: A blue and gold flyer titled “Crestwood VIP Event” featuring the Michigan State Police logo and the Crestwood School District logo. The event will take place on March 17, 2026, from 9 AM to 5 PM and is marked as free. The flyer explains that the VIP Program allows parents or guardians to securely enroll fingerprints and/or photographs of loved ones with special needs into a statewide police database. This helps law enforcement quickly identify individuals using a Life Scan or mobile fingerprint scanner if they become lost or are unable to identify themselves. The event is open to Crestwood School District students and community members with disabilities age two and older. Enrollment will take place 9:00 AM–3:00 PM at students’ schools, and 3:30–5:00 PM at the Board Office for community members. For more details, the flyer directs families to refer to the attached letter and brochure or contact Dr. Rachel Pollack, Crestwood Special Education Coordinator, at rpollack@csdmi.org
Hillcrest Spotlight : Husky pride in action! These students are crushing their learning pathways and showing amazing growth. We also celebrated our February Power of the Paw Award recipients for demonstrating cooperation and making positive contributions to our school community.
6 days ago, Crestwood School District
A red graphic titled “Hillcrest Spotlight” featuring a group of elementary students standing in a classroom and proudly holding certificates. The children are smiling and standing in two rows in front of large windows, each holding an “i-Ready Husky Achiever” award. Text on the graphic celebrates the students’ progress, noting that they are “crushing their learning pathways and showing amazing growth.” The bottom headline reads “iReady Husky Achievers for February,” recognizing their hard work and academic achievements.
A red “Hillcrest Spotlight” graphic showing a group of elementary students standing in a classroom and holding certificates. The students are smiling and standing in two rows in front of large windows, each holding a “Power of the Paw” award certificate from Hillcrest Elementary School. The text explains that the February Power of the Paw Award recipients were recognized for demonstrating cooperation and contributing positively to the school community. The headline at the bottom reads “February Power of the Paw Award.”
Don’t forget to Spring Forward on Sunday, March 8. Set your clocks ahead one hour before bed and get ready to welcome longer, brighter days ahead.
8 days ago, Crestwood School District
A pastel-colored reminder graphic with soft pink, blue, and light floral background designs reads, “DON’T FORGET TO” in curved blue capital letters at the top. In the center is a silver alarm clock displaying the Crestwood School District logo on its face, which includes a tree and the words “Crestwood School District” and the slogan “Your Future. Our Focus.” Below the clock, large script text reads “Spring forward,” with purple curved arrows on each side indicating forward movement. Beneath that, smaller blue text reads “on” and large capital letters at the bottom read “SUNDAY, MARCH 8, 2026.”
Crestwood High School will be closed, Friday, March 6, 2026 due to electrical and power issues at the High School. All other schools in the District are OPEN.
9 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue announcement graphic from Crestwood School District stating that Crestwood High School will be closed on Friday, March 6, 2026 due to electrical and power issues at the school. The notice clarifies that all other schools in the district will remain open. The Crestwood School District logo appears at the bottom of the graphic.
Crestwood High School recently hosted an Iftar Workshop for newcomer students and their families. During the event, parents and students learned about important school topics and discovered ways to support student success.

Families also had the opportunity to break their fast together, connect with one another, and build new relationships within the Crestwood community.
9 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue and gold graphic titled “Crestwood High School Hosts Iftar Workshop,” decorated with hanging lanterns and an ornate border. The collage includes several photos showing families and students gathered in a school cafeteria and common areas. One image shows people lining up at buffet-style tables with food while others carry plates. Another shows volunteers and students standing at an information table with a sign for kids’ activities. Additional photos show families seated at tables eating and socializing in a large room decorated with a “Charger Pride” banner. Text at the bottom explains that Crestwood High School hosted an Iftar Workshop for newcomer students and their families. During the event, parents and students learned about important school topics and ways to support student success. Families also had the opportunity to break their fast together, connect with one another, and build new relationships within the Crestwood community.
CHS Spotlight: Biology students engaged in a lab experience to determine the effects of environmental factors such as temperature, pH, and salinity on enzyme activity.
10 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue “CRESTWOOD Spotlight” graphic highlighting a “BIOLOGY LAB INVESTIGATION.” At the top, large white text reads “CRESTWOOD” with “Spotlight” in yellow script. Two photos show high school students wearing safety goggles while conducting a lab experiment at classroom lab tables. In one photo, two students measure liquid in a graduated cylinder and beaker, with test tubes in a rack nearby. In the other, a student smiles at the camera while seated beside lab materials including test tubes, a graduated cylinder, a beaker of water, and a worksheet. White text explains that biology students engaged in a lab experience to determine the effects of environmental factors such as temperature, pH, and salinity on enzyme activity. Bold yellow text at the bottom reads “BIOLOGY LAB INVESTIGATION.”
Hillcrest Spotlight: Students celebrated Black History Month with hands-on projects—recreating Rosa Parks’ bus, Harriet Tubman’s Underground Railroad, Mae Jemison’s space shuttle, and Jackie Robinson’s legacy. They finished by writing books about what they learned!
12 days ago, Crestwood School District
A red “HILLCREST Spotlight” graphic featuring several classroom photos of elementary students. Large white text at the top reads “HILLCREST” with “Spotlight” in black script underneath. The text explains that students celebrated Black History Month through creative, hands-on projects, including recreating Rosa Parks’ bus, Harriet Tubman’s Underground Railroad, Mae Jemison’s space shuttle, and Jackie Robinson’s baseball legacy. It notes that students wrapped up the unit by writing books about what they learned and calls it an amazing experience. Photos show smiling students seated on a classroom rug, a group holding up purple booklets, a student posing with a baseball bat in front of a field image, and another student demonstrating a small project. Bold black text at the bottom reads: “LEARNING & FUN IN MRS. HAWROT’S CLASS!”
CHS Spotlight: Crestwood’s Quiz Bowl team had an outstanding season, finishing 1st in their division in the Southern Wayne Quiz Bowl League! They’ve qualified for the Class A State Tournament at the University of Michigan this April. Next up: the League Tournament in March.
13 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue “CRESTWOOD Spotlight” graphic highlights the “QUIZ BOWL” team. At the top, large white capital letters read “CRESTWOOD” with “Spotlight” written below in yellow script. The graphic includes two photos of students seated at classroom tables participating in Quiz Bowl practice or competition, using buzzers connected by wires. In one image, a teacher stands at the front of the room while students focus on their devices. In the other, students sit around tables facing one another, ready to buzz in. White text reads: “Crestwood’s Quiz Bowl team had an outstanding season, finishing 1st in their division in the Southern Wayne Quiz Bowl League! They’ve qualified for the Class A State Tournament at the University of Michigan this April. Next up: the SWQB League Tournament in March at WCCCD Taylor Campus. Go Chargers!” At the bottom, large yellow capital letters read “QUIZ BOWL.”
FREE full-day Summer Discovery for grades 1–10! Students enjoy 22 days of academics, STEAM, sports & creative enrichment in a safe, fun, and inclusive environment — plus breakfast & lunch are included. Don’t miss this amazing summer opportunity!
13 days ago, Crestwood School District
A colorful flyer titled “SUMMER DISCOVERY 2026 – A Summer of Learning, Fitness and Fun!” featuring the HYPE 25th Anniversary logo. It promotes a Summer Adventure Academy for children in grades 1–10, a 5-week summer enrichment program with indoor and outdoor activities held at Crestwood High School. The program runs Monday–Thursday (some weeks vary) from 8:30 AM–4:30 PM and is free for all children in Crestwood Schools. The flyer highlights 3 hours of daily academic instruction in ELA and Math, healthy meals provided daily (breakfast and lunch), and additional activities including robotics, athletics/sports games, camps, weight training and fitness, career development, STEAM, yoga and Zumba for kids, art classes, gymnastics, and more. Enrollment begins March 1, 2026, and space is limited. A QR code is included to enroll. Listed weekly dates are: Week 1 (June 22–25, Monday–Thursday), Week 2 (June 29–July 2, Monday–Thursday), Week 3 (July 6–10, Monday–Friday), Week 4 (July 13–16, Monday–Thursday), and Week 5 (July 20–24, Monday–Friday). The bottom includes the website www.hypeathletics.org and email summerfun@hypeathletics.org , along with social media icons for updates.
Crestwood HS Spotlight: Our CHS Mock Trial team competed at the Oakland Regional Tournament at the Oakland County Circuit Court! Competing against nearly 20 teams from across the state, our students took on the roles of attorneys and witnesses in a challenging civil case. We are so proud of their hard work and outstanding representation of CHS!
16 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue “CRESTWOOD Spotlight” graphic highlights the “MOCK TRIAL TEAM.” At the top, large white capital letters read “CRESTWOOD” with “Spotlight” written below in yellow script. The graphic includes several photos of Crestwood High School students dressed in formal attire inside a courtroom setting. One photo shows five students standing together in front of large windows. Other photos show students seated at tables with laptops, papers, and folders, presenting arguments and participating in courtroom proceedings, while judges and audience members sit in the background. White paragraph text reads, “Our Crestwood High School Mock Trial team competed at the Oakland Regional Tournament on February 21st at the Oakland County Circuit Court! Competing against nearly 20 teams from across the state, our students took on the roles of attorneys and witnesses in a challenging civil case. We are so proud of their hard work and outstanding representation of CHS!” At the bottom, large yellow capital letters read “MOCK TRIAL TEAM.”

Registration for the Crestwood Child Care Program begins April 9 at 8:00 AM for residents (April 16 for non-residents). Call (313) 278-0558 to schedule an appointment. View the informational flier in English & Arabic here: https://tinyurl.com/3x74yynv

16 days ago, Crestwood School District
A colorful flyer for “Crestwood Child Care Center Preschool Registration 2026–2027.” The design features bright yellow, pink, and green shapes with photos of young children painting and working at tables. Large text reads “Preschool Registration 2026–2027” with a “Registration” badge and “Limited Spots Available!” The flyer states that it is a tuition-based preschool located at Crestwood High School and that children must be 3 or 4 years old on or before September 1, 2026, and must be able to independently use the bathroom. Registration details include: Crestwood residents begin April 9th at 8:00 AM; non-residents begin April 16th at 8:00 AM. To register, call 313-278-0558 to schedule an appointment; calls are answered in the order received. The registration cost is $75 (non-refundable), payable by check or money order only (no cash or electronic payments). Contact information at the bottom lists: Crestwood Child Care Center, 1501 North Beech Daly, Dearborn Heights, MI 48127. Teacher: Kim Kocoloski.
Congratulations to CHS senior Hassan Elhajj-Hassan for earning the Outstanding Delegate Award at Harvard Model UN! Competing against 5,000+ students from 120+ countries, he was recognized for his leadership and diplomacy. Proud to see a Charger shine on the global stage!
17 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue graphic titled “Charger Excellence on a Global Stage!” features photos of Crestwood students at a Model United Nations event. One image shows a close-up of a certificate in a red folder. Other photos show a group of students dressed in formal attire posing together and taking a selfie, with one student holding the award certificate. The text reads: “Congratulations to Crestwood Senior Hassan Elhajj-Hassan for earning the Outstanding Delegate Award at Harvard Model UN! Competing against 5,000+ students from 120+ countries, Hassan was recognized for his leadership and diplomacy. We’re proud to see a Charger shine on the global stage!” Yellow accent lines border the top and bottom of the graphic.
Join us TODAY, February 25th at 6 PM for a virtual session on PBIS & Restorative Practices with Dr. Rachel Pollack and Anna Schankowski. Learn how we support positive behavior and student success across our district.
Join here: https://meet.google.com/pyz-bxit-zbb
17 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue informational flyer titled “POSITIVE BEHAVIOR & INTERVENTION SUPPORTS – RESTORATIVE PRACTICES.” The title appears in bold white and orange text on layered banner shapes. The flyer invites participants to join Crestwood’s Special Education Coordinator, Dr. Rachel Pollack, and Behavioral Health Coordinator, Anna Schankowski, for an informational session about PBIS and Restorative Practices at Crestwood School District. Event details read: “February 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Virtual Event:” followed by a Google Meet link (https://meet.google.com/pyz-bxit-zbb?hs=122&authuser=0 ). At the bottom, it lists contact emails for questions: rpollack@csdmi.org or Aschankowski@csdmi.org . A black-and-white megaphone graphic appears on the right side with yellow accent lines suggesting sound.
Arabic Translation of: A blue informational flyer titled “POSITIVE BEHAVIOR & INTERVENTION SUPPORTS – RESTORATIVE PRACTICES.” The title appears in bold white and orange text on layered banner shapes. The flyer invites participants to join Crestwood’s Special Education Coordinator, Dr. Rachel Pollack, and Behavioral Health Coordinator, Anna Schankowski, for an informational session about PBIS and Restorative Practices at Crestwood School District. Event details read: “February 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM · Virtual Event:” followed by a Google Meet link (https://meet.google.com/pyz-bxit-zbb?hs=122&authuser=0 ). At the bottom, it lists contact emails for questions: rpollack@csdmi.org or Aschankowski@csdmi.org . A black-and-white megaphone graphic appears on the right side with yellow accent lines suggesting sound.
CHS Spotlight: Our students recently visited Robichaud and Annapolis High Schools to explore the Career Technical Education programs available to them during their junior and senior years. They had the opportunity to see hands-on learning in action and learn more about pathways that connect classroom skills to real-world careers. We’re excited for our students to explore these future-focused opportunities!
18 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue “CRESTWOOD Spotlight” graphic highlights Career Technical Education opportunities. At the top, large white capital letters read “CRESTWOOD” with “Spotlight” written below in yellow script. The graphic features several photos of students participating in hands-on activities, including students screen printing with red ink and tools in a workshop setting, students working together at computers in a classroom lab, students building small bridge structures from wooden sticks, and a group of students serving themselves food from trays in a culinary setting. White paragraph text across the lower middle reads, “Our students recently visited Robichaud and Annapolis High Schools to explore the Career Technical Education programs available to them during their junior and senior years. They had the opportunity to see hands-on learning in action and learn more about pathways that connect classroom skills to real-world careers. We’re excited for our students to explore these future-focused opportunities!” At the bottom, large yellow capital letters read “CAREER TECHNICAL EDUCATION.”