Riverside Middle School
Home of the Ravens
Count Day is Wednesday, October 7th!
Count Day plays an important role in determining funding for our schools, and accurate student attendance helps ensure Crestwood School District receives the resources needed to support our students, staff, programs, and services.
Please make every effort to have your child at school and on time on October 7th, unless they are not feeling well. Thank you to our Crestwood families for helping make Count Day count!
Sandra Martinez, a Spanish teacher at Riverside Middle School, reminds us why classroom culture matters just as much as curriculum. When students feel safe to take risks and supported by their peers, growth happens in ways that transcend test scores. This is the kind of intentional, compassionate teaching that defines our Crestwood community.
October is National Principal Appreciation Month, and Crestwood School District is proud to recognize the dedicated leaders who make a difference in our schools each and every day!
Our principals lead with passion, support our students and staff, build strong school communities, and work tirelessly to create environments where every student can learn, grow, and succeed.
Please join us in thanking our incredible Crestwood principals for their leadership, commitment, and all they do for our students, staff, families, and community. We appreciate you!
Joanne Gammoh knows that confidence grows best in community. As an ESL teacher at Riverside Middle School, Joanne creates small-group spaces where students support one another, make mistakes, and keep going. Her insight reminds us that when students feel safe to try, that's when real learning takes off.
Looking for some family fun this weekend? The Dearborn Heights Library Fall Fest is happening Saturday, September 26th, from 12–4 PM at the Caroline Kennedy Library, 24590 George Street!
Families can enjoy a petting zoo, games and crafts, face painting, balloon animals, entertainment, local vendors, a tin can raffle, cider and donuts, and more.
This is a great opportunity to get out, enjoy the fall season, and connect with our community!
Families can enjoy a petting zoo, games and crafts, face painting, balloon animals, entertainment, local vendors, a tin can raffle, cider and donuts, and more.
This is a great opportunity to get out, enjoy the fall season, and connect with our community!
Only THREE more days to nominate an Outstanding Crestwood Educator for Michigan Teacher of the Year!
Do you know a Crestwood teacher who goes above and beyond for students? The 2027–2028 Michigan Teacher of the Year nomination window is now open!
The Michigan Department of Education is seeking nominations for outstanding educators who make a difference in the lives of their students and school communities. Parents, students, colleagues, and community members can nominate a deserving teacher. Nominees must be PreK–12 educators who work directly with students and have at least five years of teaching experience in Michigan.
Nominating a teacher is easy! You will need the teacher’s name and email address, school and district, grade level, your contact information, and a short paragraph explaining why the teacher deserves to be recognized.
Nominations are due by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
Help us recognize the exceptional educators who make a difference every day in the Crestwood School District!
https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/ed-serv/educator-retention-supports/recognition-programs/mtoy/mtoy-nominations
Across the Crestwood School District, students celebrated Constitution Day on Thursday, September 17th, learning about the U.S. Constitution while having some fun along the way!
At Kinloch Elementary, students showed their patriotic spirit by dressing in red, white, and blue. At Crestwood High School, advisory classes put their Constitution knowledge to the test in a schoolwide Kahoot competition, with separate competitions for 9th–10th graders and 11th–12th graders. Congratulations to Ms. Faber’s advisory class and Mr. Moitozo’s advisory class for coming out on top!
It was a great day of learning, friendly competition, and celebrating the principles and history of our Constitution across Crestwood!
At Kinloch Elementary, students showed their patriotic spirit by dressing in red, white, and blue. At Crestwood High School, advisory classes put their Constitution knowledge to the test in a schoolwide Kahoot competition, with separate competitions for 9th–10th graders and 11th–12th graders. Congratulations to Ms. Faber’s advisory class and Mr. Moitozo’s advisory class for coming out on top!
It was a great day of learning, friendly competition, and celebrating the principles and history of our Constitution across Crestwood!
Katie Haar watched something powerful happen when Crestwood special education students visited the Garfield Skills Center this year. They didn't just practice social skills in theory — they applied them confidently in a real community setting, interacting with others and making choices on their own. It's a beautiful reminder that our students thrive when learning extends beyond the classroom walls. This is exactly the kind of meaningful, student-centered experience that defines our commitment to every learner.
Tomorrow is Raven Pride Day!
Wear your Riverside or Crestwood colors and show your Raven pride!
Let’s finish Spirit Week strong and fill the halls with Riverside spirit!
Wear your Riverside or Crestwood colors and show your Raven pride!
Let’s finish Spirit Week strong and fill the halls with Riverside spirit!
Tomorrow is Sports Day for Riverside Spirit Week!
Represent your favorite team by wearing a jersey, T-shirt, hat, or team colors. Whether it’s football (Go Lions!), basketball, soccer, baseball, or another sport, show off your team spirit!
We can’t wait to see who you’re rooting for!
Represent your favorite team by wearing a jersey, T-shirt, hat, or team colors. Whether it’s football (Go Lions!), basketball, soccer, baseball, or another sport, show off your team spirit!
We can’t wait to see who you’re rooting for!
Tomorrow is Twin Day for Riverside Spirit Week!
Grab a friend—or a whole group—and plan to match! Wear the same colors, outfits, or accessories and show off your Raven spirit.
We can’t wait to see your Twin Day looks tomorrow!
Grab a friend—or a whole group—and plan to match! Wear the same colors, outfits, or accessories and show off your Raven spirit.
We can’t wait to see your Twin Day looks tomorrow!
High-Energy Fun at Riverside Middle School!
RMS students and staff had an exciting visit from the Detroit Pistons Extreme Team, featuring trampoline-assisted dunks, incredible basketball tricks, interactive activities, and plenty of high-energy fun!
Beyond the action on the court, the Extreme Team shared positive messages about kindness, teamwork, discipline, commitment, perseverance, and believing in what is possible when we work together. Students and staff even had opportunities to participate alongside the team, making the experience a great way to build connection, belonging, and school community.
Thank you to the Detroit Pistons Extreme Team for bringing an unforgettable experience and an important message to RMS
RMS students and staff had an exciting visit from the Detroit Pistons Extreme Team, featuring trampoline-assisted dunks, incredible basketball tricks, interactive activities, and plenty of high-energy fun!
Beyond the action on the court, the Extreme Team shared positive messages about kindness, teamwork, discipline, commitment, perseverance, and believing in what is possible when we work together. Students and staff even had opportunities to participate alongside the team, making the experience a great way to build connection, belonging, and school community.
Thank you to the Detroit Pistons Extreme Team for bringing an unforgettable experience and an important message to RMS
Tomorrow's spirit day is CULTURE DAY!
Celebrate your family's heritage in a respectful way. Dress up and earn points for your grade level.
Celebrate your family's heritage in a respectful way. Dress up and earn points for your grade level.
Spirit Week starts tomorrow! 🐦⬛💚
Show your Raven Pride all week long!
🎨 Monday: Color Day
🌎 Tuesday: Culture Day
👯 Wednesday: Twin Day
🏀 Thursday: Sports Day
💚 Friday: Raven Pride Day
Check the graphic for all the details, plan your outfits, and let’s see that Riverside spirit!
GO RAVENS! 🖤💚
Show your Raven Pride all week long!
🎨 Monday: Color Day
🌎 Tuesday: Culture Day
👯 Wednesday: Twin Day
🏀 Thursday: Sports Day
💚 Friday: Raven Pride Day
Check the graphic for all the details, plan your outfits, and let’s see that Riverside spirit!
GO RAVENS! 🖤💚
Nominate an Outstanding Crestwood Educator for Michigan Teacher of the Year!
Do you know a Crestwood teacher who goes above and beyond for students? The 2027–2028 Michigan Teacher of the Year nomination window is now open!
The Michigan Department of Education is seeking nominations for outstanding educators who make a difference in the lives of their students and school communities. Parents, students, colleagues, and community members can nominate a deserving teacher. Nominees must be PreK–12 educators who work directly with students and have at least five years of teaching experience in Michigan.
Nominating a teacher is easy! You will need the teacher’s name and email address, school and district, grade level, your contact information, and a short paragraph explaining why the teacher deserves to be recognized.
Nominations are due by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
Help us recognize the exceptional educators who make a difference every day in the Crestwood School District!
https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/ed-serv/educator-retention-supports/recognition-programs/mtoy/mtoy-nominations
Do you know a Crestwood teacher who goes above and beyond for students? The 2027–2028 Michigan Teacher of the Year nomination window is now open!
The Michigan Department of Education is seeking nominations for outstanding educators who make a difference in the lives of their students and school communities. Parents, students, colleagues, and community members can nominate a deserving teacher. Nominees must be PreK–12 educators who work directly with students and have at least five years of teaching experience in Michigan.
Nominating a teacher is easy! You will need the teacher’s name and email address, school and district, grade level, your contact information, and a short paragraph explaining why the teacher deserves to be recognized.
Nominations are due by 11:59 p.m. on Wednesday, September 23, 2026.
Help us recognize the exceptional educators who make a difference every day in the Crestwood School District!
https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/ed-serv/educator-retention-supports/recognition-programs/mtoy/mtoy-nominations
Victoria Silversides, a teacher at Riverside, took her students on a field trip that became so much more than a day away from school. It became a lesson in what happens when we invest in relationships, joy, and the whole child. Her story is a powerful reminder that the moments we create outside the curriculum can be just as transformative as what happens inside the classroom. We're proud of educators like Victoria who understand that meaningful learning happens everywhere.
Set those alarms, Crestwood!
We hope everyone enjoyed the long Labor Day weekend! Classes resume tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8th, and we can’t wait to welcome our students back.
Get a good night’s sleep, set your alarm, and we’ll see you in the morning!
We hope everyone enjoyed the long Labor Day weekend! Classes resume tomorrow, Tuesday, September 8th, and we can’t wait to welcome our students back.
Get a good night’s sleep, set your alarm, and we’ll see you in the morning!
Happy Labor Day from Crestwood School District!
Today, we recognize and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers throughout our community and across the country.
We hope our Crestwood students, families, staff, and community members enjoy a safe and relaxing Labor Day!
Today, we recognize and celebrate the hard work, dedication, and contributions of workers throughout our community and across the country.
We hope our Crestwood students, families, staff, and community members enjoy a safe and relaxing Labor Day!
Meet Kristopher Krajewski, a teacher at Riverside Middle School who proved that every reader has a voice. Last year, Kristopher led a complete novel study of The Giver with students who might not typically engage with a full-length book. By holding high expectations and providing the right structure, he watched students who typically find ELA challenging become the ones driving the discussion. This is what happens when we trust our learners and give them room to rise.
Labor Day Weekend Reminder:
All Crestwood School District buildings will be closed Friday, September 4th and Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
We hope our students, families, and staff enjoy the long weekend! We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, September 8th.
All Crestwood School District buildings will be closed Friday, September 4th and Monday, September 7th in observance of Labor Day.
We hope our students, families, and staff enjoy the long weekend! We look forward to welcoming everyone back on Tuesday, September 8th.
