Crestwood School District
Your Future. Our Focus.
Rola Adoure, one of our counselors at Crestwood High School, reminds us that real connection can't be rushed. Her insight about meeting students where they are and trusting the process reflects the heart of what makes our school community strong. When educators lead with patience and presence, students like the one Rola supported, find their path forward.
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!
It’s Homecoming Day, Chargers!
Join us TODAY, Friday, September 18th, as we celebrate Crestwood High School Homecoming and show our Charger Pride!
The festivities begin with the Pep Assembly at 1:20 PM, followed by the Homecoming Parade at 5:30 PM and the football game at 7:00 PM. Be sure to stick around for halftime as we crown our Homecoming King & Queen!
Wear your blue and gold, cheer on our Chargers, and come be part of a great Crestwood tradition. See you there!
Join us TODAY, Friday, September 18th, as we celebrate Crestwood High School Homecoming and show our Charger Pride!
The festivities begin with the Pep Assembly at 1:20 PM, followed by the Homecoming Parade at 5:30 PM and the football game at 7:00 PM. Be sure to stick around for halftime as we crown our Homecoming King & Queen!
Wear your blue and gold, cheer on our Chargers, and come be part of a great Crestwood tradition. See you there!
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.
Elizabeth Juers and her 2nd grade class at Kinloch Elementary showed us something powerful this spring: when we create meaningful, motivating experiences and believe in what students can do, they consistently rise to meet us there. Her class didn't just win the iReady March Madness Championship—they proved that our young learners are ready to do hard things. This is the kind of teaching that defines our district.
What happens when you blend competition with compassion? Veronica Greenlaw, Reading Interventionist at Hillcrest Elementary School, shares how Battle of the Books transformed our 3rd and 4th graders into readers who lift each other up. The weekly team meetings fostered more than trivia skills—they built a culture where encouragement and respect flourished naturally. This is exactly the kind of innovative approach that fuels student engagement and strengthens our learning community across Crestwood.
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
Veronica Bennett, Speech-Language Pathologist at Highview Elementary School, reminds us that breakthrough moments don't always come when we wait for perfect conditions. Her work helping a non-verbal student find his voice through AAC shows what's possible when we ground instruction in what truly motivates our learners. This is the kind of thoughtful, student-centered practice that makes our district stronger.
It’s Homecoming Week at Crestwood High School!
Join us this Friday, September 18th, for the Crestwood High School Homecoming Parade!
The parade will step off from Riverside Middle School at 5:30 PM and travel down Beech Daly to Crestwood High School.
Come out and show your Charger pride as you cheer on the CHS Marching Band, class floats, Homecoming Court members, student groups, and more!
Line the parade route, wear your blue and gold, and help us celebrate CHS Homecoming 2026! Go Chargers!
Join us this Friday, September 18th, for the Crestwood High School Homecoming Parade!
The parade will step off from Riverside Middle School at 5:30 PM and travel down Beech Daly to Crestwood High School.
Come out and show your Charger pride as you cheer on the CHS Marching Band, class floats, Homecoming Court members, student groups, and more!
Line the parade route, wear your blue and gold, and help us celebrate CHS Homecoming 2026! Go Chargers!
A New Opportunity for Crestwood High School Students!
September 8, 2026, marked an exciting first for Crestwood High School as students began the new Cosmetology Partnership with Nbraas Professional Beauty Institute!
Through this partnership, CHS students have the opportunity to participate in the Cosmetology Program at Nbraas, gaining hands-on experience and working toward a Professional Cosmetology Certification upon completion of the program.
We are excited to offer our students another pathway to explore their interests, develop career-ready skills, and prepare for opportunities beyond high school.
Congratulations to our first group of students as they begin this exciting new opportunity!
September 8, 2026, marked an exciting first for Crestwood High School as students began the new Cosmetology Partnership with Nbraas Professional Beauty Institute!
Through this partnership, CHS students have the opportunity to participate in the Cosmetology Program at Nbraas, gaining hands-on experience and working toward a Professional Cosmetology Certification upon completion of the program.
We are excited to offer our students another pathway to explore their interests, develop career-ready skills, and prepare for opportunities beyond high school.
Congratulations to our first group of students as they begin this exciting new opportunity!
Jennifer Kaczmarczyk, a Preschool Special Education Teacher in our district, reminds us that breakthrough moments don't always look the same for every student. Through months of intentional support and collaboration with speech and language specialists, her student found his voice and the confidence that comes with being understood. This is the kind of individualized, patient work that reflects our commitment to every learner in Crestwood.
Welcome Back, Crestwood Alumni!
This weekend, the Crestwood High School Class of 1976 celebrated its 50th Class Reunion, and we were excited to welcome members of the class, along with other CHS alumni, back to Crestwood!
Our alumni had the opportunity to tour CHS, revisit familiar spaces, and see the many improvements that have taken place over the years. A special thank you to our National Honor Society students, who were on hand to welcome our alumni and lead them on tours of the school.
It was wonderful to have our former Chargers back in the halls, reconnecting with one another and the school that holds so many memories.
We hope the Class of 1976 had a wonderful 50th reunion weekend filled with memories, friendships, and plenty of Charger pride!
This weekend, the Crestwood High School Class of 1976 celebrated its 50th Class Reunion, and we were excited to welcome members of the class, along with other CHS alumni, back to Crestwood!
Our alumni had the opportunity to tour CHS, revisit familiar spaces, and see the many improvements that have taken place over the years. A special thank you to our National Honor Society students, who were on hand to welcome our alumni and lead them on tours of the school.
It was wonderful to have our former Chargers back in the halls, reconnecting with one another and the school that holds so many memories.
We hope the Class of 1976 had a wonderful 50th reunion weekend filled with memories, friendships, and plenty of Charger pride!
Personalized support can make a meaningful difference in student growth!
Across Crestwood School District, teachers are providing focused feedback and individualized guidance to help students strengthen their writing skills, build confidence, and continue growing as learners.
We’re proud of the dedicated educators who meet students where they are and help them take their next steps toward success!
Across Crestwood School District, teachers are providing focused feedback and individualized guidance to help students strengthen their writing skills, build confidence, and continue growing as learners.
We’re proud of the dedicated educators who meet students where they are and help them take their next steps toward success!
Tamar Avakian, our School Psychologist, helped lead a transformative shift in how Crestwood identifies and supports struggling students this year. By aligning our MTSS team and building a culture of collaboration, we've seen students make real progress and exit interventions with success. This is what happens when educators trust the process and each other.
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
A Message from the Kinloch PTA
For 22 years, Mrs. Melanie Garden dedicated herself to the students, staff, and families of Kinloch Elementary. Her kindness, compassion, and commitment touched countless lives and will remain a lasting part of the Kinloch community.
In her honor, the Kinloch PTA has established the Melanie Garden Memorial Fund to create a lasting tribute that will inspire future generations.
Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated and can be made through Zelle, cash, or check. Cash and checks may be dropped off at the Kinloch Elementary School office, with checks made payable to Kinloch PTA. For Zelle donations, please scan the QR code on the flyer through your banking app and include MEMORIAL in the payment memo.
Questions can be directed to KinlochPTA@gmail.com.
Thank you and please consider sharing with others whose lives were touched by Mrs. Garden.
For 22 years, Mrs. Melanie Garden dedicated herself to the students, staff, and families of Kinloch Elementary. Her kindness, compassion, and commitment touched countless lives and will remain a lasting part of the Kinloch community.
In her honor, the Kinloch PTA has established the Melanie Garden Memorial Fund to create a lasting tribute that will inspire future generations.
Donations of any amount are greatly appreciated and can be made through Zelle, cash, or check. Cash and checks may be dropped off at the Kinloch Elementary School office, with checks made payable to Kinloch PTA. For Zelle donations, please scan the QR code on the flyer through your banking app and include MEMORIAL in the payment memo.
Questions can be directed to KinlochPTA@gmail.com.
Thank you and please consider sharing with others whose lives were touched by Mrs. Garden.
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.
What does it look like when first graders become leaders? Ask Zeinab Tekko, a teacher at Kinloch Elementary School who built a classroom culture where affirmations like 'nothing is ever too hard' became the foundation for both academic excellence and character development. Her students didn't just grow as readers last year—they grew as people who encourage, support, and believe in one another. This is the kind of intentional, transformational teaching that reflects our commitment to developing the whole child.
Salam Srour, a teacher at Hillcrest Elementary School, reminds us what's possible when we create space for students to truly understand rather than just perform. Salam's commitment to building confident, resilient learners reflects the heart of our district's mission. We're proud to celebrate educators like Salam who show up with patience, persistence, and purpose every single day.
Crestwood High School students had the opportunity to experience the No Hate Tour, a high-energy BMX assembly that combines incredible action sports with an important message about bullying prevention, kindness, inclusion, mental health awareness, overcoming obstacles, and being an ally.
Professional BMX athletes took to the ramps in the CHS gym, showing off some amazing skills while sharing personal experiences and encouraging students to make positive choices, support one another, and stand up against bullying.
The No Hate Tour is now in its 26th year and has reached more than 4,000 high schools nationwide. The program uses professional BMX athletes and the excitement of action sports to connect with students in a unique and memorable way.
A special thank you to the United States Marine Corps for helping make this experience possible for our CHS students! The Marine Corps and ASA Entertainment fund the program so it can be provided to participating schools at no cost.
What an exciting way to start the school year with a powerful reminder that kindness, respect, and looking out for one another matter!
Professional BMX athletes took to the ramps in the CHS gym, showing off some amazing skills while sharing personal experiences and encouraging students to make positive choices, support one another, and stand up against bullying.
The No Hate Tour is now in its 26th year and has reached more than 4,000 high schools nationwide. The program uses professional BMX athletes and the excitement of action sports to connect with students in a unique and memorable way.
A special thank you to the United States Marine Corps for helping make this experience possible for our CHS students! The Marine Corps and ASA Entertainment fund the program so it can be provided to participating schools at no cost.
What an exciting way to start the school year with a powerful reminder that kindness, respect, and looking out for one another matter!
