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.

about 24 hours ago, Crestwood School District
A blue banner reads "Kinloch Spotlight" with a yellow highlight. It features text about helping first graders become confident readers and leaders.
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!
3 days ago, Crestwood School District
Blue Crestwood School District reminder graphic featuring the district logo and a large alarm clock displaying the Crestwood logo. Text reads, “Reminder! Don’t forget to set your alarm! We look forward to seeing you on Tuesday, September 8th!” A yellow and white graphic at the bottom reads, “Set Your Alarm!”
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!
4 days ago, Crestwood School District
Labor Day graphic featuring an American flag draped across the top with the Crestwood School District logo. Large text reads, “Happy Labor Day, September 7, 2026,” followed by, “Happy Labor Day to those whose dedication and perseverance continue to shape a stronger future.” Work tools, including wrenches, bolts, and a yellow hard hat, appear along the bottom.
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.
7 days ago, Crestwood School District
Labor Day closure graphic from Crestwood School District reminding families that all district buildings will be closed Friday, September 4 and Monday, September 7. School and district logos are displayed along the bottom.
Dina Peterson, Teacher at Kinloch Elementary School, captured something powerful this year: when we celebrate students as individual artists, we nurture far more than creativity. At our annual art show, students across every grade level shared their work with pride, families gathered to celebrate, and the energy in the room spoke to the transformative power of Fine Arts education. This is the kind of moment that reminds us why investing in the whole child matters.
8 days ago, Crestwood School District
An advertisement featuring a blue background. "Fine Arts Nurtures the Whole Child" is written in bold. Dina Peterson, Teacher, is mentioned below.
YOUR FORM MAKES A DIFFERENCE!

If your child receives an Education Benefits Form, please take a few minutes to complete it and return it to your school’s Main Office. Only one form is needed per household, and not every household will receive a form.

Completing this form is important! The information provided helps Crestwood School District secure valuable funding that supports programs and resources for our students. It may also help your family qualify for waived or reduced fees.

One form. A few minutes. A big impact for our students!
9 days ago, Crestwood School District
Blue background with rocks and an Education Benefits Form with text: Break Through for Your Family.
Help Us Share the Gift of Reading!

Throughout September, Hillcrest, Highview, and Kinloch Elementary Schools will be collecting new books to support the Children’s DMC Book Drive! The goal is to collect 200 new books for Children’s Hospital of Michigan to bring comfort, hope, and a great story to children during their hospital stay.

Families who would like to help can donate newly purchased books appropriate for a pediatric setting at any of our three elementary schools throughout September. Thank you to our Crestwood community for helping brighten the day of a child, one book at a time!
10 days ago, Crestwood School District
Promotional flyer for the Children’s DMC Book Drive organized by Learning Solutions EdVantage. The book drive runs from September 1 through September 30 with a goal of collecting 200 new books for Children’s DMC Hospital. Donated books must be newly purchased and appropriate for a pediatric setting. The flyer states, “Every child deserves comfort, hope, and a good story during their hospital stay. Help us brighten a young patient’s day.” Contact information includes learningsolutionsed@gmail.com, Instagram @learningsolutionsedvantage, and phone number (313) 288-5191. The flyer features colorful illustrations of stacked books along the left side and the Learning Solutions EdVantage and Children’s Hospital of Michigan logos.
Hi Koalas,

Let's try this again!! Please try this link for the newsletter: https://crestwoodmi.edurooms.com/newsletters/kinloch-elementary-school/newsletters/week-of-august-31

Principal Kobeissi
13 days ago, Melissa Kobeissi
Hi Koalas,

Linked below is the newsletter for this upcoming week. Have an amazing weekend!!

https://crestwoodmi.thrillshare.com/newsletters/all-newsletters/161995/edit#content

Principal Kobeissi
13 days ago, Melissa Kobeissi
The Thirty42 Impact Foundation is helping families kick off the school year with Not Another Backpack Drive: A Real Head Start!

Join them on Wednesday, September 2nd, from 5–8 PM at 25585 Joy Rd. in Dearborn Heights for an evening filled with free resources and services for families, including physicals and immunizations, barber services, school and resource stations, sneaker restoration, hygiene and clothing basics, wellness resources, food, and more!
14 days ago, Crestwood School District
Promotional flyer from the Thirty42 Impact Foundation for the “Not Another Backpack Drive – A Real Head Start.” The event will take place September 2nd from 5 PM–8 PM at Suite Thirty42, 25585 Joy Rd, Dearborn Heights. A QR code in the upper right is labeled “Not Another Backpack Drive,” with instructions to “Scan to register” and “Scan to sign up,” along with the phrase “A real head start for South Redford families.” The flyer features four photos highlighting event services: a Wayne Health Mobile Unit with staff offering free physicals/immunizations; a barber giving a child a haircut for barber services; BBQ Mike’s Food Truck; and a table filled with notebooks, pencils, and other supplies representing school/resource stations. The design uses dark blue and gold backgrounds with white and gold text. Logos along the bottom include KayRose, Suite Thirty42, Thirty42 Impact Foundation, Mobile Health Unit, and HealthFirst Telehealth. The bottom of the flyer repeats the location: “Suite Thirty42 – 25585 Joy Rd, Dearborn Heights.”
Meet Nissreen Slim, a paraprofessional at Kinloch Elementary School, who shows us what's possible when we commit to consistent, one-on-one support. Her dedication to reading intervention reminds us that real growth happens when students feel seen, supported, and encouraged to try. This is the heart of what we do at Crestwood.
14 days ago, Crestwood School District
Kinloch Spotlight graphic featuring a quote from paraprofessional Nissreen Slim about how consistent support and encouragement can help students build reading skills, confidence, and achieve meaningful growth.
Hello Koalas,

I am resending the Welcome letter in our New Newsletter format-- I have added additional information on Dismissal locations. Please make sure that you are parking in a designated parking spot only for pick up, and not in the car line loop. Can't wait to see everyone tomorrow!

Principal Melissa Kobeissi

https://crestwoodmi.edurooms.com/newsletters/kinloch-elementary-school/newsletters/week-of-august-24
19 days ago, Melissa Kobeissi
Tomorrow is the first day of school!

If you haven't already, today is your last chance to complete the Required MiStar Back to School Check-In for each student before school starts.

This important process allows you to:
• Confirm emergency contacts
• Update address and health information
• Access important medical forms
• Acknowledge district policies

Complete your check-in today through MiStar ParentConnect:
https://sisweb.resa.net/MISTAR/Crestwood/

Need help?
English: https://5il.co/3k3nb
Arabic: https://5il.co/3k3na

Need a computer? The Crestwood Board Office (1045 N. Gulley) has Chromebooks available Monday–Thursday, 9:00 AM–2:00 PM for use in the lobby.

Thank you for helping us prepare for a safe, successful, and exciting start to the new school year. We look forward to welcoming everyone back tomorrow!
19 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue Crestwood School District back-to-school graphic announces that there is 1 day until school starts. Large white and gold text at the top reads “Back to School,” with a gold box stating “School Starts August 24th.” A large white box on the left displays the number 1 above the words “Day Until School Starts.” On the right, the graphic reminds families to complete the MiStar ParentConnection Back to School Check-In now and includes the Crestwood Back to School Check-In and MiStar logos. The ParentConnection website, https://sisweb.resa.net/MISTAR/Crestwood/, is displayed across the lower portion of the graphic. Along the bottom are the logos for Crestwood High School Chargers, Riverside Middle School Ravens, Crestwood Early Childhood Center Caterpillars, Crestwood School District, Highview Hawks, Hillcrest Huskies, and Kinloch Koalas. The graphic serves as a final reminder for families to complete their required online back-to-school check-in before students return for the first day of school.
When Stephanie Resetar, a teacher at Kinloch Elementary School, invited families into her classroom for Game Day this spring, something powerful happened. Students stepped into the role of teacher, demonstrating not just the games they'd learned, but the confidence, communication skills, and teamwork they'd developed along the way. This is what strengthening the home-school connection looks like in action—and a beautiful reminder that learning thrives when families and educators partner together.
22 days ago, Crestwood School District
Kinloch Spotlight graphic featuring Stephanie Resetar, Teacher at Kinloch Elementary School, over a classroom photo of a smiling student seated beside an adult during a family learning activity. The message reads, “Students teaching parents their games.” Supporting text describes students enthusiastically teaching their parents educational games they had practiced while demonstrating confidence, communication, teamwork, laughter, and collaboration.
Please note that all district offices will be closed until 9:30 AM on Thursday, August 20th, as our entire staff comes together for a special Back-to-School event to connect, celebrate, and prepare for a great year ahead.

We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving our community when offices reopen at 9:30 AM!
22 days ago, Crestwood School District
Crestwood School District announcement graphic stating that on Thursday, August 20, all district offices will open at 9:30 AM while staff come together to kick off the new school year. The message thanks the community for its understanding. District and school logos appear across the top, with colorful pencils along the bottom.
Tomorrow is the Day! Our Back to School Kickoff is almost here, and we can't wait to welcome our Crestwood families!

Thursday, August 20th
Crestwood High School
5:00–7:00 PM

Don't miss:
FREE backpacks (while supplies last)
Food trucks
Bounce houses & inflatables
Free books, crafts, balloon animals & glitter tattoos
Sports physicals
Live entertainment from Crestwood Band, Theatre, Robotics, and more!

Reminder:
Sensory Friendly Time is 4:00–5:00 PM for special needs students and families only.

Bring the whole family and celebrate the start of another amazing school year. We'll see you tomorrow, Thursday, August 20th!
23 days ago, Crestwood School District
Crestwood School District Back to School Kickoff flyer announcing a new day and time: Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Crestwood High School, 1501 North Beech Daly, Dearborn Heights. The event is for Crestwood School District families only and features food trucks, free sports physicals and books, bounce houses, inflatables, glitter tattoos, crafts, balloon animals, entertainment from Crestwood Band, Theatre, Robotics, Charger the mascot and a DJ, plus a free backpack giveaway while supplies last. A sensory-friendly time for special needs students only is scheduled from 4:00–5:00 PM.

Tomorrow is the big day, Kinloch! Join us tomorrow as we celebrate the official Kinloch Elementary School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony!

Wednesday, August 19th
10:00 AM
Kinloch Elementary School
1505 Kinloch

We look forward to celebrating this special milestone with our families, staff, students, and community members.

We hope to see you tomorrow!

24 days ago, Crestwood School District
Blue invitation graphic announcing a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony celebrating the 2024 Bond Expansion of Kinloch Elementary. The event will take place Wednesday, August 19 at 10:00 A.M. at Kinloch Elementary, 1505 Kinloch, Dearborn Heights. The design features the Kinloch Koalas and Crestwood School District logos, decorative gold ribbon, scissors, and celebratory light effects.
Just 1 week until the first day of school!

Have you completed your Required MiStar Back to School Check-In?

All parents and guardians must complete the Back to School Check-In for each student before the first day of school.

During check-in you can:
• Confirm emergency contacts
• Update address and health information
• Access important medical forms
• Acknowledge district policies

For the best experience, complete your check-in using a desktop or tablet.

Need access to a computer? Stop by the Crestwood Board Office (1045 N. Gulley) Monday–Thursday from 9:00 AM–2:00 PM. Chromebooks are available for families to use in the lobby.

Need assistance?
English: https://5il.co/3k3nb
Arabic: https://5il.co/3k3na

Complete your check-in today through MiStar ParentConnect:
https://sisweb.resa.net/MISTAR/Crestwood/

We can't wait to welcome our students back!
25 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue Crestwood School District back-to-school graphic announces that there are 7 days until school starts. Large white and gold text at the top reads “Back to School,” with a gold box stating “School Starts August 24th.” A large white box on the left displays the number 7 above the words “Days Until School Starts.” On the right, the graphic reminds families to complete the MiStar ParentConnection Back to School Check-In now and includes the Crestwood Back to School Check-In and MiStar logos. The ParentConnection website, https://sisweb.resa.net/MISTAR/Crestwood/, is displayed across the lower portion of the graphic. Along the bottom are the logos for Crestwood High School Chargers, Riverside Middle School Ravens, Crestwood Early Childhood Center Caterpillars, Crestwood School District, Highview Hawks, Hillcrest Huskies, and Kinloch Koalas. The graphic serves as a one-week countdown reminder for families to complete their required online back-to-school check-in before the first day of school.
The Back-to-School Kickoff has a new date and time! We can’t wait to celebrate the start of the 2026–2027 school year with our Crestwood families on Thursday, August 20th, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Crestwood High School!

To provide a welcoming and comfortable experience for all families, a sensory-friendly hour will be offered from 4:00–5:00 PM, prior to the main event.
27 days ago, Crestwood School District
Crestwood School District Back to School Kickoff flyer announcing a new day and time: Thursday, August 20, 2026, from 5:00–7:00 PM at Crestwood High School, 1501 North Beech Daly, Dearborn Heights. The event is for Crestwood School District families only and features food trucks, free sports physicals and books, bounce houses, inflatables, glitter tattoos, crafts, balloon animals, entertainment from Crestwood Band, Theatre, Robotics, Charger the mascot and a DJ, plus a free backpack giveaway while supplies last. A sensory-friendly time for special needs students only is scheduled from 4:00–5:00 PM.
Help us ensure that our meal program is a success! Remind and encourage your child to take advantage of this opportunity and grab a school breakfast every single school day.
28 days ago, Crestwood School District
A colorful square graphic from Crestwood School District promotes the availability of free school breakfast. The background is white with playful blue, green, and gold decorative accents. In the upper left corner is the Crestwood School District logo featuring a tree with blue and gold leaves and the words “Crestwood School District” surrounding it. Beneath the tree is the district motto, “Your Future. Our Focus.” Centered across the top in large decorative navy blue lettering is the headline, “Breakfast is SERVED!” The word “Breakfast” is written in script with a gold rising sun and sun rays behind it, “is” appears in green script, and “SERVED!” is displayed in large bold navy blue capital letters. A smiling green apple with rosy cheeks appears on the left side of the graphic, while a smiling blue-and-white milk carton labeled “MILK” with rosy cheeks appears on the right. Additional hand-drawn-style blue and green hearts and accent lines decorate the design. A large gold brushstroke banner beneath the headline contains navy blue and green text that reads, “A healthy breakfast is available at NO COST in the cafeteria at all Crestwood Schools before the start of the school day.” The words “NO COST” are emphasized in large green capital letters. Three rounded white information boxes outlined in green and blue list breakfast serving times. The first box includes a colorful school building icon and reads, “Breakfast is available at all Elementary Buildings starting at 8:15 AM.” The second box includes the Riverside Ravens logo and reads, “Breakfast is available at Riverside Middle School at 7:30 AM.” The third box includes the Crestwood Chargers logo and reads, “Breakfast is available at Crestwood High School at 7:10 AM.” On the right side of the graphic is a navy blue panel titled in white script, “The meal offers.” Beneath the title is a list with colorful icons that reads: “GRAINS,” “PROTEIN,” “MILK,” and “FRUITS & VEGETABLES.” Below the list, white text reads, “daily to all students.” The panel is decorated with icons of wheat, an egg, a milk carton, and an apple. At the bottom right of the graphic is a blue bowl filled with cereal rings, alongside a yellow banana and a red strawberry. Decorative blue and gold heart doodles surround the food. A wide green banner stretches across the bottom of the graphic. Large white capital letters read, “PLAN ON GETTING TO SCHOOL EARLY,” followed by gold script that reads, “and joining us for breakfast!” A white outlined star appears on the left side of the banner, while a smiling face doodle and decorative accent marks appear on the right. The overall design uses bright, cheerful colors and playful illustrations to encourage students to take advantage of the free breakfast program before school each day.