Sean Mason teaches Drawing at Crestwood High School, where he guides students of all levels through challenging projects that ask them to see themselves differently. His Self Portrait unit proved what happens when personal investment meets rigorous instruction: students produced work they were genuinely proud of. That blend of skill-building and authentic engagement is exactly what we celebrate across our district.

Charger Newsletter: https://crestwoodmi.edurooms.com/newsletters/chs-newsletter/newsletters/11-8-2026-chs-newsletter

When Rachel Faber noticed students kept mixing up Cinco de Mayo with Mexican Independence Day, she didn't just repeat the lesson louder. She teamed up with fellow world language teachers to create a competition that brought the Battle of Puebla to life. Rachel's willingness to collaborate across departments transformed a common misconception into an annual tradition that gets students genuinely invested in cultural learning. This is the kind of innovative teaching that makes Crestwood special.

Crestwood Theatre proudly presents Urinetown: The Musical!

Get ready for a hilarious, award-winning musical comedy filled with catchy songs, outrageous characters, and plenty of laughs! This satirical show takes place in a town where a water shortage has led to an unusual set of rules.

Show Dates:
Saturday, November 14th at 7:00 PM
Sunday, November 15th at 3:00 PM
Friday, November 20th at 7:00 PM
Saturday, November 21st at 7:00 PM

Location: Crestwood High School Auditorium

Tickets: crestwoodtheatre.com

Come support our talented students and enjoy a fantastic night of theatre!

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

When Cayla Kolbusz took 18 Crestwood High School theatre students to Chicago this spring, she didn't just show them a performance. She created space for them to wrestle with big ideas, feel deeply, and talk about what they experienced with respect and curiosity. That's the kind of transformative learning experience we celebrate at Crestwood. Cayla's commitment to showing students that theatre is more than entertainment reflects exactly the kind of student engagement and belonging we're building across our district.

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!

Carl Ray's Biology classroom is proof that when we give students real challenges, they rise to meet them. His multi-day simulation unit didn't just teach natural selection—it showed our 9th graders what it means to think critically, debate evidence, and collaborate authentically. This is the kind of teaching that defines Crestwood: rigorous, student-centered, and deeply connected to the real world.

Get BOOKED for the Weekend!

Crestwood High School's Key Club invites you to Booked for the Weekend, a FREE family literacy festival filled with stories, creativity, and fun for the whole family!

Saturday, November 7, 2026
3:00–5:00 PM
Crestwood High School Circle Drive

Join us for an exciting afternoon featuring:

FREE books to take home!
Interactive reading activities and storytelling
Creative crafts and bookmark making
Fun activities for our youngest readers
Local vendors and community partners

Our CHS Key Club students have been working hard to create a special event that inspires a love of reading and brings our community together! This event is FREE and open to everyone! We encourage all Crestwood families, especially those with elementary-aged children, to join us for an afternoon of literacy, imagination, and community connections.

Help us spread the word by sharing this post with family and friends!

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!

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!

Jonathon Tockstein, one of our dedicated music teachers, reminds us why arts education matters so deeply. His vision for Friends and Family Night created space for students to build confidence, honor commitment, and experience true belonging. This is what happens when educators invest in the whole student.

Come see the RMS and CHS bands this Wednesday at 6:00 PM on the CHS Athletic Field for this year's Friends and Family Show!

Charger News:  https://crestwoodmi.edurooms.com/newsletters/chs-newsletter/newsletters/10-25-2026-chs-newsletter

When Jason Moitozo invited his AP Calculus students to design their own equation-based shapes and calculate the areas using integral calculus, something beautiful happened: math became a canvas. Jason, a teacher at Crestwood High School, showed us that rigor and creativity aren't opposing forces, they're partners in learning. His insight reminds us that when we trust students with creative ownership within challenging subjects, they rise to meet both the work and the moment.

Dear Crestwood High School Families and Community Members,

At Crestwood High School, we take great pride in providing a safe, welcoming, and enjoyable environment for our students, families, and community members attending school-sponsored events. To ensure a positive experience for everyone, we are reinforcing the following attendance and supervision expectations for all Crestwood High School events.

Effective immediately, the following expectations will be enforced:

Age Requirement: Children under the age of 14 will not be permitted to attend Crestwood High School events unless accompanied by their parent or legal guardian.

Parent Supervision: Parents and guardians must actively supervise their children throughout the entire event. Children under 14 must remain with their parent or guardian at all times.

Student Identification: All students attending Crestwood High School events must present a valid school-issued student ID upon entry.

Behavior Expectations: All attendees are expected to demonstrate respectful and appropriate behavior. School staff will remove unsupervised children or students engaging in disruptive behavior. Parents or guardians may be contacted and required to pick up their children.

Enforcement: School administration and event personnel reserve the right to deny entry or remove individuals who fail to comply with these expectations.

Our goal is simple: to maintain a safe, respectful, and family-friendly atmosphere where everyone can enjoy and support our students.

We appreciate the continued cooperation and partnership of our families and community. By working together and sharing responsibility, we can ensure Crestwood High School events remain positive experiences for everyone.

Thank you for your understanding, cooperation, and continued support of Crestwood High School!

Crestwood High School Administration

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!