Hillcrest Spotlight: Families joined Principal Saad for a Coffee Talk on M-STEP testing. Staff shared how students are preparing in class and tips to support learning at home. View the presentation in English and Arabic:https://tinyurl.com/4swnzhey
7 months ago, Crestwood School District
A red-themed school spotlight graphic titled “HILLCREST Spotlight” features photos and text about a parent meeting. The word “HILLCREST” appears in large white capital letters at the top left, with the word “Spotlight” written underneath in large black script font. Below the title, black text reads, “Families joined Principal Saad for a Coffee Talk focused on what to expect for M-STEP testing. Staff shared how students are being prepared in class, and our Numeracy Coach and Reading Interventionist provided helpful tips for supporting learning at home.” The graphic includes three photos showing families and staff gathered in a school library or media center. One large photo on the upper right shows a group of adults seated at tables facing a presentation screen while a speaker stands at the front of the room. Two smaller photos at the bottom show additional views of the meeting, with parents sitting at tables, staff members standing and talking, and bookshelves visible in the background. Across the bottom of the graphic, large black text reads, “3RD/4TH GRADE MEETING WITH PARENTS.” The design includes bright light flare effects in the top right and bottom right corners.
Count Day plays a major role in school funding, and the number of students in attendance directly impacts the resources we receive. Please make every effort to have your student at school and on time, TOMORROW, Wednesday, February 11th unless they are not feeling well.
7 months ago, Crestwood School District
A graphic with a classroom background announces “February 11th is Count Day” in large white and yellow text on a blue diamond shape. Below, a white text box explains that Count Day is extremely important for school funding because the number of students present directly impacts the amount of funding the schools receive, and encourages families to ensure students attend school unless they are not feeling well. Along the bottom are multiple school logos, including Crestwood School District and individual building logos.
Hillcrest Spotlight: Families gathered for a First Grade Parent Information Session to learn about i-Ready growth, homework expectations, upcoming field trips, and ways to get involved. Parents also had the opportunity to ask questions and connect with the first-grade team and reading interventionist as students prepare to finish the year strong. Here is the link to the presentation: https://tinyurl.com/2rtheet8
7 months ago, Crestwood School District
A red “Hillcrest Spotlight” graphic highlights a First Grade Parent Information Session held at Hillcrest. The design features multiple photos of families seated at tables in a school library while staff members present information on a screen. The text explains that families gathered to learn about i-Ready growth, homework expectations, upcoming field trips, and ways to get involved, and that parents had the opportunity to ask questions and connect with the first-grade team and the reading interventionist as students prepare to finish the year strong.
Count Day plays a major role in school funding, and the number of students in attendance directly impacts the resources we receive. Please make every effort to have your student at school and on time, this Wednesday, February 11th unless they are not feeling well.
7 months ago, Crestwood School District
A graphic with a classroom background announces “February 11th is Count Day” in large white and yellow text on a blue diamond shape. Below, a white text box explains that Count Day is extremely important for school funding because the number of students present directly impacts the amount of funding the schools receive, and encourages families to ensure students attend school unless they are not feeling well. Along the bottom are multiple school logos, including Crestwood School District and individual building logos.
Reminder! There will be NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 9th due to staff Professional Development. We look forward to seeing all students back on Tuesday, February 10th!
7 months ago, Crestwood School District
A Crestwood School District graphic shows a large green chalkboard being held up by two hands. Across the top of the image are several school logos, including the Crestwood School District logo in the center. The chalkboard text reads, “Just a Reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Monday, Feb. 9th due to staff Professional Development. See you on Tuesday, February 10th!” The background includes faint math symbols and classroom-style markings.
Hillcrest Spotlight: So proud of our Huskies! Our January Power of the Paw Award winners were caught showing empathy and making our school community stronger, and our January iReady Husky Achievers are working hard and showing incredible growth!
7 months ago, Crestwood School District
A bright red graphic titled “Hillcrest Spotlight” features a group photo of elementary-aged students standing in a classroom and holding certificates. The students are arranged in rows, smiling and facing the camera, with computers and classroom materials visible in the background. Text on the graphic explains that the January Power of the Paw Award recipients were recognized for showing empathy and helping make the school community stronger, with bold text at the bottom reading “January Power of the Paw Award.”
A bright red “Hillcrest Spotlight” graphic features a group of elementary students standing together in a classroom and holding certificates. The students are smiling and facing the camera, with classroom computers, desks, and windows visible behind them. Text on the image celebrates Husky pride and recognizes the students for strong growth and progress in their learning pathways, highlighting them as the i-Ready Husky Achievers for January.
Hello Hillcrest Family,
Please attend our next coffee talk w/Principal Mrs. Saad. Lots of information will focus on 3rd-4th grade upcoming spring assessment! 2/11/26 at 9:00a.m.
7 months ago, Nassrine Saad
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Hillcrest Spotlight: Hillcrest was spreading kindness all last week. This was a school initiative to support and show kindness ALL around!
7 months ago, Crestwood School District
The graphic titled “Hillcrest Spotlight” highlights Kindness Week at Hillcrest and features a bright red background with several photos of students and their activities. One image shows a student holding a sign that reads “Throw Kindness Around Like Confetti” in a school hallway, while another shows a group of students sitting together on a classroom carpet participating in a group activity. Additional images display student artwork focused on kindness themes, including colorful drawings of hands, messages about choosing kindness, and illustrations encouraging kindness to others. The text explains that Hillcrest spent the week spreading kindness through a schoolwide initiative designed to support one another and promote kindness throughout the school community.
We had a wonderful parent meeting today hosted by the First Grade Team! Attached is the presentation.
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1eg3auG_crJ1LqQKBQpkfHzWeIYuu40kn/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=104328660255483429837&rtpof=true&sd=true
7 months ago, Nassrine Saad
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Join us this Wednesday, February 4th, for Crestwood’s Family Movie Night from 6:00-7:45 PM. Enjoy dinner and a movie with the whole family at the Crestwood Board Office. We look forward to seeing you there!
7 months ago, Crestwood School District
The graphic promotes a Crestwood Family Movie Night with a theatrical theme. The background is black with red stage curtains at the top and a marquee-style sign in the center that reads “Crestwood Family Movie Night.” Text below invites families to join for a free event with pizza and refreshments provided and lists the location as the Board Office at 1045 North Gulley Road. A “New Date” label highlights that the event will take place on February 4th from 6:00 to 7:45 PM and will feature the movie Sonic 3. Illustrations of a movie ticket, popcorn, and theater seats appear at the bottom, reinforcing the movie night theme.
Arabic version of: The graphic promotes a Crestwood Family Movie Night with a theatrical theme. The background is black with red stage curtains at the top and a marquee-style sign in the center that reads “Crestwood Family Movie Night.” Text below invites families to join for a free event with pizza and refreshments provided and lists the location as the Board Office at 1045 North Gulley Road. A “New Date” label highlights that the event will take place on February 4th from 6:00 to 7:45 PM and will feature the movie Sonic 3. Illustrations of a movie ticket, popcorn, and theater seats appear at the bottom, reinforcing the movie night theme.
All Crestwood School District school buildings and offices will be closed on Friday, January 30, 2026 to address building needs due to the recent extreme cold conditions.

The Tin Can Raffle will still take place this weekend at Crestwood High School. Support our senior class and enter for a chance to win prizes on Friday, January 30, from 4:00–9:00 PM, and Saturday, January 31, from 9:00 AM–3:00 PM. You do not need to be present to win.

For information on other school-specific events, please visit individual school websites. Be sure to download the CSD App from the Apple App Store or Google Play for the latest updates.
8 months ago, Crestwood School District
The graphic has a dark blue winter-themed background with white snowflakes and frosted branches decorating the edges. Centered white text announces that all schools in the Crestwood School District will be closed on Friday, January 30, 2026, to address building needs due to recent extreme cold conditions. The word “CLOSED” appears in large, bold lettering for emphasis. Near the bottom left is the Crestwood School District logo featuring a tree and the motto “Your Future. Our Focus.” The message concludes with the phrase “Stay safe and warm!” conveying a clear and reassuring school closure notice.

Crestwood Families! Please join us for our upcoming Family Movie Night on Wednesday, February 4th! Enjoy dinner and a movie with the whole family. The date was updated as a result of recent weather, we hope to see you all there!

8 months ago, Crestwood School District
The graphic promotes a Crestwood Family Movie Night with a theatrical theme. The background is black with red stage curtains at the top and a marquee-style sign in the center that reads “Crestwood Family Movie Night.” Text below invites families to join for a free event with pizza and refreshments provided and lists the location as the Board Office at 1045 North Gulley Road. A “New Date” label highlights that the event will take place on February 4th from 6:00 to 7:45 PM and will feature the movie Sonic 3. Illustrations of a movie ticket, popcorn, and theater seats appear at the bottom, reinforcing the movie night theme.
Arabic version of: The graphic promotes a Crestwood Family Movie Night with a theatrical theme. The background is black with red stage curtains at the top and a marquee-style sign in the center that reads “Crestwood Family Movie Night.” Text below invites families to join for a free event with pizza and refreshments provided and lists the location as the Board Office at 1045 North Gulley Road. A “New Date” label highlights that the event will take place on February 4th from 6:00 to 7:45 PM and will feature the movie Sonic 3. Illustrations of a movie ticket, popcorn, and theater seats appear at the bottom, reinforcing the movie night theme.
✨ Hillcrest has officially kicked off Great Kindness Week — and not even the weather can stop our amazing spirit! 💛🌧️ Kindness is everywhere you look, and our students are leading the way! 🙌💫

📸 Photo Highlights:
📬 Fourth graders spreading smiles as they hand out kindness posters to classroom teachers.
🎨🌈 A schoolwide art project proudly displaying our message: “Kindness is Unstoppable!”
🎤⭐ What better week to train our incredible fourth grade POP Crew — future leaders in action!
🎉💛 Even more colorful Kindness Week décor filling our halls with positivity and cheer.
🖌️📝 Student-designed posters promoting kindness, creativity, and compassion.
8 months ago, Nassrine Saad
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All schools in the Crestwood School District will be closed on Monday, January 26, 2026 due to inclement weather. We will continue to follow the weather conditions for Tuesday morning.
8 months ago, Crestwood School District
The graphic has a dark blue winter-themed background with white snowflakes and frosted branches decorating the edges. Centered white text reads, “All schools in the Crestwood School District will be CLOSED on 1/26/26 due to inclement weather.” The word “CLOSED” appears in large, bold lettering for emphasis. Additional text below states that the district will continue to follow weather conditions for Tuesday morning. Near the bottom left is the Crestwood School District logo featuring a tree and the motto “Your Future. Our Focus.” The message concludes with the phrase “Stay safe and warm!” conveying a clear school closure announcement with a winter safety theme.
All schools in the Crestwood School District will be closed on 1/23/26 due to inclement weather. Stay safe and warm!
8 months ago, Crestwood School District
The graphic has a dark blue winter-themed background decorated with white snowflakes around the edges. Centered text reads, “All schools in the Crestwood School District will be CLOSED on 1/23/26 due to inclement weather.” The word “CLOSED” appears in large, bold white lettering to emphasize the announcement. Near the bottom of the image, the Crestwood School District logo is displayed, showing a tree with roots and the words “Crestwood School District” and the motto “Your Future. Our Focus.” To the right of the logo, additional white text reads, “Stay safe and warm!” The overall design conveys a winter weather school closure message in clear, high-contrast text.
We are a bit late but always excited to celebrate our December Husky iReady Achievers and Power of Paw award for PBIS😁🎉🎉🎉🎉!!
8 months ago, Nassrine Saad
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In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day, Crestwood School District will be closed on Monday, January 19th. This day serves as a time to reflect on Dr. King’s legacy of service, justice, and equality. We look forward to welcoming students back on Tuesday, January 20th.
8 months ago, Crestwood School District
An announcement graphic for Crestwood School District stating that schools are closed on January 19, 2026, in observance of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day. The top half of the image features white text against a dark, cloudy twilight sky. Centered in the middle is a black-and-white photograph of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. speaking into a microphone with his right arm raised. To his right, a cursive quote reads, "The time is always right to do what is right." The bottom right corner contains the Crestwood School District logo, which features a stylized tree with yellow leaves and blue roots.
All schools in the Crestwood School District will be closed on 1/15/26 due to inclement weather. Stay safe and warm!
8 months ago, Crestwood School District
A square graphic with a navy blue background and white decorative snowflakes announces that all schools in the Crestwood School District will be closed on January 15, 2026, due to inclement weather. The word "CLOSED" is written in large, bold, white capital letters in the center of the image. In the bottom left corner, the Crestwood School District logo is displayed, featuring a circular seal with a tree and the motto "Your Future. Our Focus." The bottom right corner features the friendly closing sentiment, "Stay safe and warm!" written in a white serif font.
Join Crestwood’s Special Education & Behavioral Health Coordinators for a virtual session on IEPs and eligibility. This informational event takes place TODAY, Jan 14, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM.

Join via Google Meet: meet.google.com/who-vtcf-oiw or ph: 551-900-1769, PIN # 379 737 143
8 months ago, Crestwood School District
Graphic promoting a virtual event titled “Special Education Basics & IEPs.” Blue background with orange and white text banners. Event details: January 14, 5:30–6:30 PM. Features Crestwood’s Special Education Coordinator Dr. Rachel Pollack and Behavioral Health Coordinator Anna Schankowski. Includes Google Meet link, phone number, and PIN. Decorative megaphone image on the right.
Arabic translation of graphic promoting a virtual event titled “Special Education Basics & IEPs.” Blue background with orange and white text banners. Event details: January 14, 5:30–6:30 PM. Features Crestwood’s Special Education Coordinator Dr. Rachel Pollack and Behavioral Health Coordinator Anna Schankowski. Includes Google Meet link, phone number, and PIN. Decorative megaphone image on the right.
Happy New Year to our families, staff, and community! We wish you the best in 2026!
9 months ago, Crestwood School District
Happy New Year to our families, staff, and community! We wish you the best in 2026! Shown over fireworks and the district logo.