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.
about 18 hours 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!
1 day 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!
1 day 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!

3 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!
4 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.
6 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.
7 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.
Hello Koalas!

We hope you are having a wonderful summer. The first day of school will be Monday, August 24th! Linked are the School Supply lists for the 26-27 school year.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1R0JywIb3Pq9pzvf9KMtNhz2_3QYTEbU03n7WbVhl0pc/edit?usp=sharing

Please note that you will be able to view who your child's teacher is on Friday, August 21st through Parent Connect.

Kinloch Administration
7 days ago, Melissa Kobeissi
Jennifer Deprez brought her 3rd and 4th grade Girls Who Code clubs together for a screen-free coding challenge that taught students something powerful: failure is just part of the process. Her insight captures what we value most at Crestwood — educators who create space for students to experiment, adjust, and grow into confident problem-solvers. This is the kind of teaching that shapes the next generation.
8 days ago, Crestwood School District
A square recognition graphic features a photograph of two elementary students sitting on a classroom floor engaged in a hands-on STEAM coding activity. The students are using colorful coding cards and a small programmable robot to solve a challenge together. The background shows other students working collaboratively around the room. In the upper left, large white text reads “KINLOCH,” with “Spotlight” written below in gold script over a translucent gray banner. In the upper right, white text identifies Jennifer Deprez, Teacher, Kinloch Elementary School. Across the lower portion of the photo, bold white text on a blue banner reads, “BUILDING CREATIVE PROBLEM-SOLVERS.” Beneath the headline, black text on a light blue background states: “STEAM education is all about creating a plan, testing it out, and going back to make adjustments. If we embrace the idea that it's ok to fail and try again, we can build a generation of confident, creative problem-solvers.” The design uses Kinloch Elementary School’s blue and gold colors to celebrate innovative, hands-on learning that encourages creativity, perseverance, collaboration, and critical thinking.
Let’s celebrate, Kinloch!

We are thrilled to invite our community to the official Kinloch Elementary School Ribbon Cutting Ceremony!

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

Join our families, staff, students, and community members as we commemorate this exciting milestone and celebrate the future of Kinloch Elementary!
9 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 Crestwood Back to School Kickoff!

School is almost here—and so is one of our favorite community events! Bring the family to Crestwood High School on Tuesday, August 18th from 5:00–8:00 PM for an evening of fun, food, and everything you need to start the school year off right.

Enjoy:
Free backpack giveaway (first come, first served)
Bounce houses and inflatable slides
Free books and crafts
Balloon animals & glitter tattoos
Sports physicals
Food trucks
Live entertainment featuring Crestwood students and programs

Sensory Friendly Time: 4:00–5:00 PM (special needs students and families only)

Mark your calendar—we look forward to seeing all of our Crestwood families there!

10 days ago, Crestwood School District
A colorful promotional flyer announces Crestwood School District's Back to School Kickoff event. The graphic features a blue background with the Crestwood School District logo in the upper left and the headline "BACK TO SCHOOL Kickoff" prominently displayed across the top. The event takes place Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 5:00–8:00 PM at Crestwood High School, 1501 North Beech Daly, Dearborn Heights. Four illustrated panels highlight event attractions: Food Trucks featuring The Custard Co, ElSayed on the Grill, Auntie Anne's Pretzels, Zs Bubble Tea, and Heights Nutrition; Activities including free sports physicals, free books, bounce houses, glitter tattoos, inflatable slides, crafts, and balloon animals; Entertainment by Crestwood Band, Crestwood Theatre, Crestwood Robotics, Chargie the Mascot, and a DJ; and a Free Backpack Giveaway available while supplies last on a first-come, first-served basis. The flyer thanks sponsors including United Way of Southeastern Michigan, Highview PTA, Hillcrest PTO, Kinloch PTA, Riverside Middle School KAB, and the Crestwood High School PTA, along with community partners including Blue Hands United, Family Doc, Dearborn Heights Police and Fire Departments, Dearborn Heights Library, and Dean Transportation. A banner notes the event is for Crestwood School District families only. At the bottom, the flyer announces a Sensory-Friendly Time from 4:00–5:00 PM for special needs students only before the main event begins.
Only 2 weeks until the first day of school!

Now is the perfect time to complete your Required MiStar Back to School Check-In for every student in your household.

Completing your check-in helps ensure we have your most up-to-date information and allows you to:
• Confirm emergency contacts
• Update address and health information
• Access important medical forms
• Acknowledge district policies

For the best experience, use a desktop or tablet (not a phone).

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

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

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

Let's get ready for a fantastic first day of school!
11 days ago, Crestwood School District
A blue Crestwood School District back-to-school graphic announces that there are 14 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 14 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 countdown reminder for families to complete their required online back-to-school check-in before the first day of school.
Stephanie Lapshan, a teacher at Kinloch Elementary, turned a simple pen pal exchange into a powerful lesson in authentic communication. Her students discovered that writing becomes exciting when there's a real person waiting to hear from them. This is the kind of creative, student-centered teaching we celebrate at Crestwood.
15 days ago, Crestwood School District
A square recognition graphic with a light blue background highlights a Kinloch Elementary School classroom spotlight. Soft light rays shine from the upper right corner, and a subtle light flare appears in the lower left corner. In the upper left, large white uppercase text reads, “KINLOCH.” Overlapping the lower portion of the title is the word “Spotlight” in large gold script placed on a semi-transparent light gray rectangle. Near the upper right of the graphic is a pair of oversized, semi-transparent light blue quotation marks used as a decorative design element. Centered on the page in large white uppercase text is the headline, “GIVE STUDENTS A REAL REASON TO WRITE.” A thin white horizontal line separates the headline from the body text below. Centered beneath the line, white text reads: “When students know a real person is waiting to hear from them, writing stops feeling like an assignment. Getting creative about how we reach kids where they are can spark engagement no isolated lesson ever could.” In the lower right corner, large white uppercase text reads, “STEPHANIE LAPSHAN.” Beneath the name, smaller white text reads, “Teacher,” followed by “Kinloch Elementary School.” To the right of the name is a circular headshot outlined in gold showing Stephanie Lapshan smiling at the camera. She has long brown hair pulled back, wears rectangular eyeglasses, and is dressed in a dark-colored top. The graphic uses Kinloch Elementary School’s light blue, gold, and white color theme with a clean, modern layout to recognize a teacher whose authentic writing opportunities inspire greater student engagement and meaningful learning.

Only 2 Weeks Until Our Back to School Kickoff!

The countdown is on! Join us for one of Crestwood School District's biggest family events of the year as we celebrate the start of an exciting new school year. Join us on Tuesday, August 18th at Crestwood High School for an evening filled with:

Free backpacks (while supplies last)
Bounce houses and inflatable fun
Free books and crafts
Balloon animals and glitter tattoos
Sports physicals
Food trucks
Entertainment from Crestwood Band, Theatre, Robotics, and more!

There is a special Sensory Friendly Hour from 4:00–5:00 PM (for special needs students and their families) and all Crestwood School District families are welcome from 5:00-8:00 PM.

We can't wait to kick off another incredible school year with you!

17 days ago, Crestwood School District
A colorful promotional flyer announces Crestwood School District's Back to School Kickoff event. The graphic features a blue background with the Crestwood School District logo in the upper left and the headline "BACK TO SCHOOL Kickoff" prominently displayed across the top. The event takes place Tuesday, August 18, 2026, from 5:00–8:00 PM at Crestwood High School, 1501 North Beech Daly, Dearborn Heights. Four illustrated panels highlight event attractions: Food Trucks featuring The Custard Co, ElSayed on the Grill, Auntie Anne's Pretzels, Zs Bubble Tea, and Heights Nutrition; Activities including free sports physicals, free books, bounce houses, glitter tattoos, inflatable slides, crafts, and balloon animals; Entertainment by Crestwood Band, Crestwood Theatre, Crestwood Robotics, Chargie the Mascot, and a DJ; and a Free Backpack Giveaway available while supplies last on a first-come, first-served basis. The flyer thanks sponsors including United Way of Southeastern Michigan, Highview PTA, Hillcrest PTO, Kinloch PTA, Riverside Middle School KAB, and the Crestwood High School PTA, along with community partners including Blue Hands United, Family Doc, Dearborn Heights Police and Fire Departments, Dearborn Heights Library, and Dean Transportation. A banner notes the event is for Crestwood School District families only. At the bottom, the flyer announces a Sensory-Friendly Time from 4:00–5:00 PM for special needs students only before the main event begins.
When the Dearborn Heights Fire Department rolled up to Kinloch Elementary during National Fire Safety Week, teacher Mary Laney saw something special happen. Her young students didn't just learn about fire safety—they experienced it firsthand, meeting real firefighters and exploring equipment up close. Mary's commitment to creating real-world connections reminds us that the most powerful learning happens when we open our classroom doors and invite the community in. These are the moments that make education come alive.
22 days ago, Crestwood School District
A square recognition graphic with a full-background photograph celebrates a Kinloch Elementary School staff member. In the upper left corner, large white uppercase text reads, “KINLOCH.” Overlapping the lower portion of the title is the word “Spotlight” in large gold script placed on a semi-transparent light gray rectangle. In the upper right corner, large white uppercase text reads, “MARY LANEY.” Beneath the name, smaller white text reads, “Teacher,” followed by “Kinloch Elementary School.” Soft white light rays shine from the upper right corner of the graphic as a decorative effect. The photograph shows a group of young elementary students standing in front of a red Dearborn Heights Fire Department ladder truck during a community learning experience. The children are lined up across the front of the fire truck and many are wearing pink plastic firefighter helmets while smiling toward the camera. Three firefighters stand behind the children. The large ladder mounted on the truck displays the words “DEARBORN HEIGHTS” with “EST. 1963” beneath it, and the side of the truck reads “PARAMEDIC.” The truck door displays the Dearborn Heights Fire Department emblem and the words “DEARBORN HEIGHTS FIRE DEPARTMENT.” A traffic cone hangs beside the truck, and another fire truck is visible in the background on the right. The visit takes place outdoors under dark, cloudy skies, with utility poles, power lines, wet pavement, and a small airplane visible in the distance overhead. Across the lower portion of the photograph, large white uppercase text reads, “REAL-WORLD CONNECTIONS SPARK REAL LEARNING.” The bottom third of the graphic is a muted blue panel containing centered white text that reads: “When we invite the community into our classrooms, learning feels relevant, memorable, and meaningful. The genuine excitement and curiosity those partnerships spark in children is the kind you simply can't manufacture.” The graphic uses Kinloch Elementary School’s blue and gold color theme to recognize a teacher whose community partnerships create authentic, engaging learning experiences for students.
What does it look like when second graders truly understand economics? Kristi Trombka, a teacher at Kinloch Elementary School, watched her students transform from learners to entrepreneurs during Market Day. They didn't just memorize vocabulary. They designed products, set prices, advertised, and sold to classmates, turning abstract concepts into lived experience. This is exactly the kind of authentic, cross-curricular learning that drives student engagement and builds confidence in our classrooms.
29 days ago, Crestwood School District
A four-photo collage titled “KINLOCH Spotlight” highlights a second-grade classroom business project at Kinloch Elementary School. The top left corner features the words “KINLOCH Spotlight” in large white block letters with the word “Spotlight” in yellow script over a semi-transparent gray banner. In the top right corner, the graphic identifies Kristi Trombka, Teacher, Kinloch Elementary School in white text. The collage showcases students participating in a classroom marketplace. The upper left image displays colorful student-created business displays, including signs advertising handmade items and products for sale. The upper right image shows several smiling second-grade students seated behind decorated display boards, including one themed around Minecraft with green “Poke-a-Creeper” game pieces. The lower left image features a student standing beside a colorful prize wheel while classmates visit booths and browse items. The lower right image shows a smiling student seated behind a table displaying neatly organized containers of products, ready for customers. Across the bottom of the collage, a blue banner features the headline “SECOND GRADE ECONOMISTS MEAN BUSINESS” in large white capital letters. Beneath it, white text reads: “If we keep finding ways to give students real-world contexts for learning, we can continue to see that kind of genuine engagement and growth in every classroom.” The graphic emphasizes hands-on learning, creativity, entrepreneurship, and student engagement through an authentic classroom business experience.
Join us for the Crestwood School District Back to School Kickoff on Tuesday, August 18th, from 5:00–8:00 p.m. at Crestwood High School!

Enjoy food trucks, free sports physicals, books, crafts, inflatables, entertainment, and more. Plus, free backpacks will be available while supplies last.

We can't wait to welcome our Crestwood families back for another great school year!
29 days ago, Crestwood School District
A square promotional graphic with a dark blue background advertises the Crestwood School District Back to School Kickoff event. Faint outline illustrations of school-themed items such as pencils, leaves, and classroom objects are patterned across the background. In the upper left corner is the Crestwood School District logo, which features a tree with blue and gold leaves and the words “Crestwood School District” surrounding it. Across the upper right portion of the graphic, very large white and gold outlined text reads, “BACK TO SCHOOL.” Beneath it, large black text with a gold outline reads, “Kickoff.” A large gold banner below the title contains black text that reads, “Tuesday, August 18, 2026 • 5:00–8:00 PM.” Across the center of the graphic are four gold information panels outlined in blue. The first panel features a colorful food truck illustration with a sign reading “FOOD TRUCK.” Below it, bold black text reads, “FOOD TRUCKS.” The description reads, “The Custard Co, ElSayed on the Grill, Auntie Anne’s Pretzels, Zs Bubble Tea, and Heights Nutrition.” The second panel features illustrations of a flower, an open book, crayons, and an inflatable bounce house. Bold black text reads, “ACTIVITIES.” The description reads, “Free Sports Physicals, Free Books, Bounce Houses, Glitter Tattoos, Inflatable Slides, Crafts, and Balloon Animals.” The third panel displays the logos for Charger Robotics, Crestwood Theatre, and the Crestwood Marching Band. Bold black text reads, “ENTERTAINMENT.” The description reads, “Crestwood Band, Crestwood Theatre, Crestwood Robotics, Chargie the Mascot, and DJ.” The fourth panel features illustrations of a red backpack and a green backpack. Bold black text reads, “FREE BACKPACK GIVEAWAY.” The description reads, “First come first serve. Supplies are limited.” Below the activity panels are two sponsor sections. On the left, large white text reads, “Thank you to Our Sponsors!” Gold text beneath lists, “United Way of Southeastern Michigan • Highview PTA • Hillcrest PTO • Kinloch PTA • RMS KAB • CHS PTA.” On the right, large white text reads, “Thank you to Our Partners!” Gold text beneath lists, “Blue Hands United • Family Doc • Dearborn Heights Police • Dearborn Heights Fire • Dearborn Heights Library • Dean Transportation.” Near the bottom center of the graphic, large curved white text outlined in black reads, “Crestwood School District Families Only.” Beneath it is a large gold rounded rectangle containing bold blue text that reads, “Crestwood High School.” Smaller blue text below reads, “1501 North Beech Daly • Dearborn Heights.” Along the very bottom of the graphic, centered on a white curved border, bold dark blue text reads, “Sensory Friendly Time • 4-5 PM • Special Needs Students ONLY.” The graphic uses Crestwood School District’s blue and gold color scheme with bold typography and colorful illustrations to promote the community back-to-school event.
Lisa Gogue and her colleagues at Kinloch Elementary just proved what's possible when a whole team commits to student success. When 91% of first-grade English learners advance six reading levels in one year, that's not luck. That's the power of targeted intervention, collaborative support, and educators who refuse to settle for average. This is the kind of instructional excellence we celebrate across Crestwood.
about 1 month ago, Crestwood School District
A promotional graphic titled “KINLOCH Spotlight” features a clean, text-focused design on a soft blue gradient background. In the upper left corner, the word “KINLOCH” appears in large white capital letters, with the word “Spotlight” written beneath it in large yellow script over a semi-transparent light blue rectangle. Decorative rays of light shine diagonally from the upper right corner, and a pair of oversized translucent quotation marks appear near the upper right portion of the graphic. A subtle white starburst light effect is displayed near the lower left corner. Centered in the middle of the graphic is a bold white headline in all capital letters that reads: “WHEN THE WHOLE TEAM SHOWS UP.” A thin white horizontal line appears beneath the headline. Below the line, centered white text reads: “Ninety-one percent of our first-grade English learners hit an ambitious goal: advancing six reading levels in one year. That's what targeted small-group work looks like when teachers and support staff show up together.” In the lower right portion of the graphic, the teacher's name appears in large white capital letters reading “LISA GOGUE.” Beneath the name, smaller white text reads: “Teacher” and “Kinloch Elementary School.” The overall design uses a blue and white color palette with yellow accents, clean typography, and subtle decorative elements to emphasize the inspirational message about teamwork and student achievement while recognizing Lisa Gogue of Kinloch Elementary School.
Alana Kobeissi, Speech Language Pathologist at Kinloch, became more than just our school mascot this year. She became a bridge between generations, creating a moment where kindergartners and high school seniors shared the same excitement and pride in being part of Crestwood. This is what district-wide belonging looks like in action.
about 1 month ago, Crestwood School District
A promotional graphic titled “KINLOCH Spotlight” features a photograph of a school mascot enthusiastically greeting school buses outside Kinloch Elementary School. The word “KINLOCH” appears in large white capital letters in the upper left corner, with the word “Spotlight” written beneath it in large yellow script over a semi-transparent gray rectangle. In the upper right corner, white text reads: “ALANA KOBEISSI” followed by “Speech Language Pathologist” and “Kinloch Elementary School.” The main photograph shows a person wearing a large white mascot costume standing on a sidewalk with their back to the camera, waving toward two yellow school buses. One bus is driving past in the background while another bus approaches from the left side of the image with the words “SCHOOL BUS” displayed above the windshield. The mascot stands on a concrete sidewalk bordered by green grass under a bright blue sky. Utility poles, power lines, and athletic field light poles are visible in the distance, suggesting the entrance to a school campus. Sunlight streams diagonally from the upper right corner, adding a warm highlight to the scene. Across the bottom of the photograph, large white capital letters read: “SCHOOL SPIRIT HAS NO AGE LIMIT AT ALL.” The bottom third of the graphic is a blue panel containing centered white text that reads: “The joy on a kindergartner's face and the smile of a graduating senior reconnecting with their roots are two sides of the same story. That's what district-wide pride looks like when we create traditions that connect generations.” The overall design celebrates school spirit, community pride, and the lasting connections students build throughout their time in Crestwood School District while recognizing Alana Kobeissi of Kinloch Elementary School.
Wishing our students, staff, families, and community a safe and joyful Independence Day.

In observance of Independence Day, all Crestwood School District schools and District Offices will be closed on Friday, July 3rd.
about 2 months ago, Crestwood School District
A Crestwood School District Independence Day announcement featuring patriotic colors and American flag graphics, wishing the community a safe holiday and sharing a district closure notice. The graphic has a dark navy blue background with stylized American flags draped across the upper left corner and extending along the top edge. Decorative blue halftone patterns appear in the upper left and lower right corners, reinforcing the patriotic theme. Centered near the top, large white text reads: HAPPY INDEPENDENCE DAY 4TH OF JULY Below the headline is the Crestwood School District logo. Centered beneath the logo, the message states: "Wishing our students, staff, families, and community a safe and joyful Independence Day." A second paragraph provides an important schedule reminder: "In observance of Independence Day, all Crestwood School District schools and District Offices will be closed on Friday, July 3rd." The overall design uses red, white, and blue colors with clean typography and patriotic imagery to celebrate Independence Day while informing the community of the district's holiday closure.