Crestwood HS Spotlight: March is Reading March in CHS Child Care! Child Care students read books to the preschoolers while using props to make the stories more interesting! Manar A. brought in a large Spiderman figure and Lillian T. dressed up like a fairy.

2 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue “Crestwood Spotlight” graphic highlighting a child care class. The text explains that students are celebrating “Reading March” by reading books to preschoolers using props. On the right, photos show a young boy holding a large Spiderman figure while sitting next to a student reading, and another student dressed like a fairy reading a book to a smiling child seated on a classroom carpet. The title “Child Care Class” appears at the bottom.

Third and fourth grade 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 TOMORROW, Wednesday, March 25 from 5:30–6:15 PM at the Crestwood Board Office, 1045 N. Gulley Rd. We hope to see you there!

3 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.
Congratulations to CHS Teacher, Dr. Mercedes Harvey-Flowers, who won the Secondary Educator Award from the Michigan Reading Association for the use of interdisciplinary reading strategies. She was honored as the State recipient at the Michigan Reading Association Conference.
4 days ago, Crestwood School District
A celebratory graphic with a bookshelf background announcing a Secondary Educator Award given by the Michigan Reading Association. On the left, a smiling woman wearing glasses and a light denim jacket holds an award. On the right, text congratulates CHS teacher Dr. Mercedes Harvey-Flowers for winning the award for interdisciplinary reading strategies and being honored as the state recipient at the Michigan Reading Association Conference. The word “Congratulations!” appears prominently at the bottom.
Please take a moment to read this message from Superintendent Dr. Mosallam as we celebrate Eid, Easter, Passover, and Lent and honor the diversity that strengthens our community.
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Arabic: https://aptg.co/TMSCqG
7 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue holiday-themed graphic featuring a smiling man (the superintendent) wearing glasses and a blazer. The text reads “A Message from the Superintendent – Happy Holidays.” The Crestwood School District logo appears at the bottom, with gold accent curves decorating the background.
Happy Eid al-Fitr! Wishing our Crestwood community a joyful Eid al-Fitr filled with peace, gratitude, and togetherness. Eid Mubarak!

In observance of the holiday, all Crestwood schools and district offices will be closed on Friday, March 20th.
7 days ago, Crestwood School District
A light green holiday graphic from Crestwood School District reading “Happy Eid al-Fitr.” The design features decorative lanterns, crescent moons, and floral elements along the top, with the district logo centered above. The message wishes the Crestwood community a joyful Eid al-Fitr filled with peace, gratitude, and togetherness, followed by “Eid Mubarak.” It also states that all Crestwood schools and district offices will be closed on Friday, March 20 in observance of the holiday.
Crestwood Spotlight: 9th grade ELA students recently participated in a hands-on CER writing station activity, where they refined their claims, evidence, reasoning, and writing structure with support from senior mentors and Link Crew leaders. The collaboration created an incredible learning environment, with upperclassmen stepping up to coach and support freshmen as they strengthened their writing skills.
8 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue “Crestwood Spotlight” graphic highlighting 9th Grade English students working together in a classroom. The image shows groups of students seated at desks collaborating on activities, with some standing and assisting peers. The caption explains that 9th grade ELA students participated in a hands-on CER (Claim, Evidence, Reasoning) writing station activity, where they refined their writing skills with support from senior mentors and Link Crew leaders. The collaboration created a strong learning environment, with upperclassmen helping coach and support freshmen as they improved their writing.
All schools in the Crestwood School District will be CLOSED on Thursday, March 19th for electrical repairs per the letter sent on March 17, 2026.
8 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue announcement graphic from Crestwood School District stating that all schools in the district will be closed on Thursday, March 19, 2026 for electrical repairs, as referenced in a letter sent on March 17, 2026. The Crestwood School District logo appears at the bottom of the graphic.
Please review the following important message from Superintendent Dr. Mosallam regarding recent power outages and school closure for Thursday, March 19th.
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Arabic: https://aptg.co/pMS5bJ
9 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue graphic titled “A Message from the Superintendent” featuring a smiling man in glasses and a suit on the right side. The Crestwood School District logo appears on the left, along with decorative curved gold and blue accents in the background.
Crestwood Spotlight: Honors Chemistry students recently conducted a solubility lab where they mixed ionic solutions to observe precipitate formation and used solubility rules to predict the products of double replacement reactions. Hands-on investigations like this help students connect chemical theory with real-world lab results.
10 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue “Crestwood Spotlight” graphic highlighting Honors Chemistry students working in a science lab. The images show students wearing safety goggles and conducting experiments at lab tables with test tubes and small containers of chemicals. The caption explains that Honors Chemistry students recently conducted a solubility lab, mixing ionic solutions to observe precipitate formation and using solubility rules to predict the products of double replacement reactions. The activity helped students connect chemical theory with real-world laboratory results through hands-on investigation.
TOMORROW! 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
11 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 .
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.
13 days 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.
14 days 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.

15 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! 
15 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!
16 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!
17 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
17 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.
18 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.
20 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.
21 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.