One Week Left! CHS and RMS Students, We Want to Hear From You!

What makes your school special? Share why you're thankful for your school by completing the prompt “I am thankful for my school because…”

Whether it's a favorite teacher, a special memory, or something you love about your school, share your response and a photo for a chance to be featured on the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) social media!

Don't miss out! Submissions close Friday, November 20th!

Submit here: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSce5lFXLFhYnzKVkmqdw2RcMdpEu0OICK3Q9-tD3Rdg3oEhWA/viewform

Fay Kafi, School Psychologist at Riverside Middle School, gave a student something he'd never received before: proof that he was capable. When years of poor grades had convinced him otherwise, one conversation about his IQ results and the challenges affecting his academic performance changed everything. This is what it looks like when we separate cognitive ability from academic achievement and help students rewrite their own stories.

Tomorrow is the Day! We Want to Hear From YOU!

Crestwood School District's first Parent Action Committee (PAC) meeting is TOMORROW, and we invite parents and caregivers from across the district to join us!

Come connect with district leadership, share your ideas, and help us continue building a stronger school community for our students and families.

Thursday, November 12, 2026
Meeting Times: 9:00 AM or 5:00 PM
Location: Crestwood School District Administrative Office, 1045 N. Gulley Road, Dearborn Heights

There's still time to express your interest! Complete the form here:
https://www.csdmi.org/forms/37491

We look forward to hearing your ideas and working together to make Crestwood the best it can be!

Your Voice. Our Schools. A Stronger Crestwood.

Happy Veterans Day!

Today, Crestwood School District proudly honors the brave men and women who have served our country. We are grateful for their courage, sacrifice, and dedication to protecting our freedoms. Thank you for your service!

Did you know Crestwood High School has a Veteran Alumni Wall?

Our "Honoring Our Veterans" showcase proudly recognizes nearly 500 alumni veterans, and we want to make sure everyone who has served is included!

If you are a Crestwood, Riverside, or Haston alumnus who has served in the military, we want to hear from you!

To see if your name is already included, visit our Veteran Alumni Wall Names list: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/1Vj3LHs4iB0-jvZwwHIRz5uPVVE6l2zmc1E4YVDEkZU0/edit?usp=sharing

If you have been honorably discharged and are not yet recognized on the wall, please email your name, school, graduation year, branch of military service, and a military photograph to jray@csdmi.org.

Help us continue honoring the Crestwood alumni who have proudly served our nation!

Stay Connected with Crestwood!

Our first Crestwood School District Community Newsletter is here! Check out student achievements, updates on our 2024 Bond Program, parent involvement opportunities, important resources, and more!

Are you a CSD alumnus, former family, or community member? Stay connected by signing up to receive our newsletter four times a year!

Sign up here: https://www.csdmi.org/forms/community-newsletter-sign-up

Check out our Fall 2026 newsletter here: https://crestwoodmi.edurooms.com/newsletters/crestwood-school-district/newsletters/fall-2026-community-news

What happens when you trust the process and never give up on a student? Daniel Regan, a teacher at Crestwood High School, showed us exactly that during our end-of-year Professional Development day. His story is a powerful reminder that consistency, clear expectations, and unwavering belief in our students can transform lives. This is the kind of work that happens every day across our district when educators stay committed to preparing students for success.

Your Voice Matters! Join the Crestwood Parent Action Committee!

We're just ONE WEEK away from our first Parent Action Committee (PAC) meeting, and we want YOU to be part of the conversation!

The PAC is an opportunity for parents and caregivers to connect with district leadership, share ideas, celebrate successes, and work together to make Crestwood School District even stronger!

Thursday, November 12, 2026
Meeting Times: 9:00 AM or 5:00 PM
Location: Crestwood School District Administrative Office, 1045 N. Gulley Road, Dearborn Heights

All Crestwood parents and caregivers are welcome! We encourage families from every school to get involved and have their voices heard.

Interested in participating? Fill out our interest form today!
https://www.csdmi.org/forms/37491

Your Voice. Our Schools. A Stronger Crestwood.

Reminder, Crestwood families! There will be NO SCHOOL on Tuesday, November 3rd, due to Staff Professional Development. We look forward to welcoming our students back on Wednesday, November 4th. We’ll see you Wednesday!

CHS and RMS - What makes your school special?

Throughout November, the Michigan Association of Secondary School Principals (MASSP) is inviting middle and high school students to complete the prompt: “I am thankful for my school because…”

Students are encouraged to share their responses along with a photo that captures what they love about their school! Whether it’s a favorite teacher, a special activity, or a memorable place, we want to hear what makes your school community meaningful to you.

Selected submissions will be featured on MASSP’s social media throughout November!

Submissions are open now through Friday, November 20th! https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSce5lFXLFhYnzKVkmqdw2RcMdpEu0OICK3Q9-tD3Rdg3oEhWA/viewform

Don’t forget to “fall back!” Daylight Saving Time ends on Sunday, November 1. Before heading to bed Saturday night, remember to turn your clocks back one hour and enjoy that extra hour!

When students are doing the learning themselves, magic happens. Steven Yancura, a 7th grade science teacher at Riverside Middle School, designed center stations that gave his students real ownership of content exploration. The result? Productive energy, peer-to-peer learning, and the kind of deep understanding that sticks long after the unit ends. This is exactly the kind of innovative teaching we're proud to celebrate across Crestwood.

TOMORROW! Come for the Trunk or Treat and Stay for the Music!

Get your costumes ready! Join us Wednesday, October 28th, for a fun-filled evening at Crestwood High School!

Trunk or Treat | 5:00–6:30 PM | CHS Circle Drive
Bring the family for treats, costumes, and games!

Band Friends & Family Show | 6:00 PM | CHS Athletic Complex
Stay for incredible performances by our high school and middle school bands as we recognize our senior band members!

Two great events, one amazing evening! We can't wait to celebrate with our Crestwood community!

Scenes from Swap Day! 🔄 Students dressed as teachers, and teachers dressed as students!

🏈 Tomorrow is Sports Day! Rep your favorite team and earn spirit points for your class! 🏀

#RiversideRavens #RMSSpiritWeek

TOMORROW IS THE NIGHT!

Get those Halloween costumes ready, Crestwood families! Our FREE Halloween Family Game Night is happening TOMORROW, and you're invited!

Tuesday, October 27, 2026
5:30–7:00 PM
Crestwood Board Office
1045 N. Gulley Rd., Dearborn Heights

Join us for pizza, games, Halloween fun, and quality family time with our Crestwood community!

Grab your costumes, bring the family, and join us for a spooktacular evening! We can't wait to see you!

💚 Spirit Week kicks off tomorrow at Riverside!

We're starting things off with Teacher/Student Swap Day! 👩‍🏫🎒

Students, dress like a teacher! Teachers, it's your turn to dress like a student!

Let's see your best looks, Ravens! 💚🖤

#RiversideRavens #SpiritWeek #RavenPride

When Mackenzie Lane set out to engage every single student in her 8th grade math class, she didn't just aim for participation. She designed for equity. By intentionally varying question difficulty and using movement-based learning strategies, Mackenzie transformed passive observers into confident, active learners. Her approach proves that equity isn't just a value we talk about — it's something we can build into every lesson, every day.

💚🖤 It's Spirit Week at Riverside! 🐦‍⬛

Get ready to show your Raven pride all week long! Here's what's happening October 26–30:

👩‍🏫 Monday: Teacher/Student Swap Day
🏀 Tuesday: Sports Day
🎃 Wednesday: Halloween Costume Day
💤 Thursday: Pajama Day
🩷 Friday: Pink Out

Don't forget! Our Halloween Party is Wednesday after school for eligible students!

Let's make it a great week, Ravens! 💚🖤

#RiversideRavens #SpiritWeek #RavenPride

ONE WEEK AWAY! Come for the Trunk or Treat and Stay for the Music!

Join us on Wednesday, October 28th, for two great events at Crestwood High School!

Trunk or Treat | 5:00–6:30 PM | CHS Circle Drive
Enjoy treats, costumes, and games hosted by the CHS Key Club!

Band Friends & Family Show | 6:00 PM | CHS Athletic Complex
Enjoy performances by the Crestwood Marching Band and Riverside Middle School Band as we celebrate our senior band members!

Mark your calendars for an evening of Halloween fun, amazing music, and Charger pride!

ONE WEEK UNTIL OUR SPOOKTACULAR FAMILY FUN NIGHT!

Crestwood families, get ready for a FREE evening of Halloween fun! Join us for our Crestwood Community Parent Session: Halloween Family Game Night!

Tuesday, October 27, 2026
5:30–7:00 PM
Crestwood Board Office
1045 N. Gulley Rd., Dearborn Heights

Enjoy pizza, games, family activities, and Halloween fun! Bring the whole family, wear your favorite costumes, and enjoy an evening connecting with our Crestwood community!

We can't wait to see you there!