Crestwood School District sends Easter greetings to all who celebrate. May this special day bring comfort, joy, and the promise of new beginnings.
2 months ago, Crestwood School District
A holiday greeting graphic with a light wood background features a large wooden cross placed diagonally on the left side with green palm leaves along the bottom left corner. At the top right, brown text reads “HAPPY” in curved capital letters and “easter” in large script font. Above the word “easter” is a small green decorative egg icon. In the bottom left corner is a white egg displaying the Crestwood School District logo with a tree and the words “Crestwood School District” and the slogan “Your Future. Our Focus.” Centered on the right side of the graphic, brown text reads, “Crestwood School District sends Easter greetings to all who celebrate. May this special day bring comfort, joy, and the promise of new beginnings.”
Our elementary schools welcomed special guest readers throughout March in celebration of Reading Month! We are grateful to all of our guest readers for helping spark a love of reading in our students. Let’s keep that momentum going by encouraging reading at home all year long!
2 months ago, Crestwood School District
A light blue graphic celebrating “March is Reading Month” in Crestwood School District. The design includes photos of students gathered on classroom carpets listening to guest readers. One image shows Superintendent Dr. Youssef Mosallam reading to students, and another shows Associate Superintendent Mrs. Andria O’Hara reading aloud. School logos for Highview Hawks, Hillcrest Huskies, and Kinloch Koalas appear in the center. The text thanks guest readers for helping inspire a love of reading and encourages families to continue reading at home.
Hillcrest Spotlight: Hillcrest Literacy Night was a wonderful success, bringing families together to celebrate the joy of reading and learning! A huge shout-out to Veronica Greenlaw, Reading Interventionist, and the entire Literacy Team for their hard work and dedication in making this event so impactful.
2 months ago, Crestwood School District
A red “Hillcrest Spotlight” graphic celebrating Literacy Night. Photos show students and families participating in reading and literacy activities, including children holding bookmarks, playing learning games, and working together at tables. The text explains that Literacy Night was a successful event bringing families together to celebrate reading, and thanks the literacy team for their efforts.
Have a safe and relaxing Spring Break! All Crestwood School District offices and schools will be closed,
Monday, March 30th - Friday, April 3rd. We will see you back at school on Monday, April 6th.
2 months ago, Crestwood School District
A spring-themed announcement graphic with a bright sky background, sunshine in the top right corner, and flowers and greenery along the bottom displays a message about spring break. At the top, green capital letters read, “HAVE A SAFE AND RELAXING.” Large green script text in the center reads, “Spring Break.” Below, green text reads, “All Crestwood School District offices and schools will be closed, Monday, March 30th - Friday, April 3rd.” Beneath that, additional green text reads, “We will see you back at school on Monday, April 6th.” The bottom center features the Crestwood School District logo with a tree and the words “Crestwood School District” and the slogan “Your Future. Our Focus.” The design includes butterflies near the top left and bottom right, along with white and yellow flowers across the bottom.
Our three elementary schools came together to host a successful “Preparing for M-STEP” parent night, supporting families of 3rd and 4th grade students with helpful strategies and guidance. A huge thank you to our dedicated staff for their teamwork and commitment to student success. It was great to see such strong family turnout and collaboration across our district!

Presentation in English: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1CJ9G9vP-NsEEnsEsoF5cZ8VnKdN-yk9mT8UrC5xSllc/edit?usp=sharing

Presentation in Arabic: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1KZ6IVLBEFvDIN8jqup_XL5Ic7CQfx6cHXAOhSH8XUHo/edit?usp=sharing
2 months ago, Crestwood School District
A green chalkboard-style graphic about M-STEP (Michigan Student Test of Educational Progress) highlighting an Elementary Parent Meeting. Photos show staff presenting to families in a meeting room and parents seated listening to a presentation. The text explains that the district hosted a successful “Preparing for M-STEP” parent night to support families of 3rd and 4th grade students, and thanks staff for their teamwork. School logos for Highview Hawks, Hillcrest Huskies, and Kinloch Koalas appear 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 months 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.
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.
English: https://aptg.co/Hb7dRg
Arabic: https://aptg.co/TMSCqG
3 months 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.
3 months 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.
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.
3 months 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.
English: https://aptg.co/V7JJTH
Arabic: https://aptg.co/pMS5bJ
3 months 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.
Bookfair is coming to Hillcrest! Please click the link https://shop.scholastic.com/stf/fund?orgUCN=600065351

3 months ago, Nassrine Saad
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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
3 months 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 .
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.
3 months 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 Theater:
Join us for a magical morning of fun at our Character Party including a pancake breakfast! Kids and families are invited to enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, arts and crafts, story time, and much more while meeting their favorite characters like Anna and Elsa, Cinderella, SpongeBob, and friends.

The event takes place April 11 from 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM, and guests are welcome to arrive anytime and stay as long as they’d like during the event. The event takes place at Crestwood High School- 1501 N. Beech Daly. Enter by the theatre lobby.

Tickets are $15 per person, payable by cash, check, or Venmo, and all proceeds support the Crestwood Theatre Program.

Bring your camera, your appetite, and get ready for a day full of stories, smiles, and unforgettable character moments!

Email ckolbusz@csdmi.org with any questions.
3 months ago, Nassrine Saad
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Upcoming Registrations for the Preschool and Child Care--
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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 months 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!
3 months 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!
3 months 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
3 months 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.
3 months 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.”