Kinloch Elementary School
Home of the Koalas
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.
Hello Parents,
There are a few important reminders we would like to address to help keep everyone safe and ensure arrival and dismissal run as smoothly as possible.
Kinloch Road Construction
Kinloch Road is currently an active construction zone. You will see multiple signs stating “Danger - Hard Hat Area” and “Danger - Live Wire Overhead.” Please do not drive through this area to drop off or pick up your child.
We are temporarily closing this area during arrival and dismissal to help keep students and families safe. However, please understand that this also impacts the construction schedule, as construction trucks need access to this area. We appreciate your patience as the work continues.
Car Loop
We have been doing a much better job with the car loop, and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation while everyone learns this process. We do want to remind everyone that even one parked car can disrupt the entire car line and cause significant delays. This process only works when everyone follows the procedures. We understand that parking and walking a distance can be frustrating, but for the safety of our students and to keep traffic moving, please follow the designated procedures and avoid parking in the car loop.
Student Sales
We have certainly seen some of our students showing their entrepreneurial spirit! However, we want to remind families that students are not permitted to sell food, drinks, or any other products at school.
Thank you for your continued patience, cooperation, and support. We know that arrival and dismissal can be challenging, but when we all work together and follow the procedures, it makes a big difference for everyone.
Thank you for helping us keep our Koalas safe!
There are a few important reminders we would like to address to help keep everyone safe and ensure arrival and dismissal run as smoothly as possible.
Kinloch Road Construction
Kinloch Road is currently an active construction zone. You will see multiple signs stating “Danger - Hard Hat Area” and “Danger - Live Wire Overhead.” Please do not drive through this area to drop off or pick up your child.
We are temporarily closing this area during arrival and dismissal to help keep students and families safe. However, please understand that this also impacts the construction schedule, as construction trucks need access to this area. We appreciate your patience as the work continues.
Car Loop
We have been doing a much better job with the car loop, and we appreciate everyone’s cooperation while everyone learns this process. We do want to remind everyone that even one parked car can disrupt the entire car line and cause significant delays. This process only works when everyone follows the procedures. We understand that parking and walking a distance can be frustrating, but for the safety of our students and to keep traffic moving, please follow the designated procedures and avoid parking in the car loop.
Student Sales
We have certainly seen some of our students showing their entrepreneurial spirit! However, we want to remind families that students are not permitted to sell food, drinks, or any other products at school.
Thank you for your continued patience, cooperation, and support. We know that arrival and dismissal can be challenging, but when we all work together and follow the procedures, it makes a big difference for everyone.
Thank you for helping us keep our Koalas safe!
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.
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.
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!
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.
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.
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!
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!
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!
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!
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
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
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
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
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!
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!
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.
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
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
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!
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!
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.
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!
We appreciate your understanding and look forward to serving our community when offices reopen at 9:30 AM!
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!
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!
