Crestwood School District

Lawrence Tech and Crestwood Schools Partner Announced at Images & Perceptions Gala Today, October 25, 2024, the Images & Perceptions Celebration of Diversity Gala took place at the stunning Saint John’s Resort in Plymouth, Michigan. Champions of diversity and those committed to fostering inclusion came together for an inspiring evening. A major announcement highlighted the event: Lawrence Technological University and Crestwood School District are joining forces to provide students with new opportunities for success. Dr. Ali Sobh, President of Lawrence Tech, and Dr. Youssef Mosallam, Superintendent of Crestwood Schools, unveiled this exciting partnership, which also includes Images & Perceptions. The initiative will offer undergraduate and graduate scholarships, opening doors for students from Dearborn and Dearborn Heights to pursue their dreams. Scholarship Highlights: Undergraduate: $18,000 per year for full-time students, valid for 8 semesters. Graduate: Up to 35% off tuition, with scholarship values ranging from $1,300 to $3,900 based on credit hours. To further celebrate the spirit of diversity, Dr. Hiba Elhajj invited four Crestwood High School students to attend the gala. These students brought their unique multicultural experiences, reminding everyone in attendance that the brightest future lies in embracing and uplifting diverse voices. What an incredible celebration of unity, education, and opportunity! We are excited to see this partnership thrive, creating pathways for success and prosperity for the next generation. #LawrenceTech #CrestwoodSchools #ImagesAndPerceptions #DiversityMatters #StudentOpportunities #CrestwoodProud

Crestwood School District Presents at the 2024 Michigan Association of School Boards Leadership Conference Today, Friday, October 25, 2024, we had the honor of attending and presenting at the 2024 Michigan Association of School Boards (MASB) Annual Leadership Conference at the Lansing Center. Superintendent Dr. Youssef Mosallam, Associate Superintendent Andria O’Hara, and Climate, Culture, and Communication Coordinator Rashid Baydoun led a powerful session titled “Building a Strong Culture with Restorative Practices.” The presentation engaged locally elected board members and administrators from across Michigan, focusing on how restorative practices have been instrumental in transforming school culture at Crestwood. Our team shared practical strategies for fostering positive relationships, addressing conflict, and promoting accountability, all while building an inclusive environment where students feel supported and empowered. It was an incredible opportunity to showcase Crestwood’s commitment to developing meaningful change, and we are grateful for the chance to exchange ideas with education leaders across the state. Thank you to the MASB for organizing this inspiring event and giving us a platform to share the impactful work happening within our district! #MASB2024 #EducationLeadership #RestorativePractices

🎃👻 1st Annual Family Boo Bash for a Cause 👻🎃 Join us for a spooktacular afternoon filled with Halloween fun, games, and prizes – all for a great cause! 🗓️ Date: Saturday, October 26th, 2024 🕒 Time: 3 PM – 6 PM 📍 Location: Dearborn High School 💥 100% of proceeds will go directly to Lebanon Relief. 🎟️ Donation: $15 per person Accepted: Cash, Check, or Zelle at 📧 overtimeathleticsdetroit@gmail.com ✨ Activities Include: 👾 Games & Raffle Prizes 🎭 Kids Halloween Costume Contest 🧛‍♀️ Fun for All Ages ⚠️ RSVP Required – All children must be accompanied by an adult at all times. For more information or to RSVP, contact: 📞 Dina Elzein at 313-971-3980 Don’t miss this chance to celebrate Halloween while making a difference! 🎃

Today is the final community bond presentation! Join us in the media center at Crestwood High School at 6:00 PM. Make sure you’re informed about the 2024 bond proposal, which will be on the November 5th ballot. Bring a friend, bring a neighbor! If you can’t make it, visit www.csdmi.org/bond for more information.

Join us for the final community presentation on the 2024 Crestwood Bond next Wednesday, October 23rd at 6:00 PM, at Crestwood High School. Learn more about this bond and how it will impact our schools and community! You can also learn more by visiting: www.csdmi.org/bond

On Saturday, the Crestwood Marching Chargers performed at Chippewa Valley High School and received 1st place in their division with caption awards in Music and Percussion! Our season is going strong and we could not be more proud of these students. They deserve every accolade and award for the hard work they put in each day. At this time, we are looking for your support to help us fund events, make equipment repairs, and supplement opportunities for the remainder of the year. If you can find it in you to make a donation to the Crestwood Band Boosters and help support our program, please click the link below. We are currently running a fundraiser through Scoreboard until October 31st! Please take a moment to also share this link to your social media and with anyone who might want to support our students. We could really use your help to share our fundraiser. Thank you everyone for your continued support! Go Chargers! https://app.scoreboard.coach/d/458497

CRESTWOOD SCHOOL DISTRICT Join us tonight for the final informational presentation on the 2024 bond proposal. 📅 Wednesday, October 16 📍 Riverside Middle School 🕕 6:00 PM Learn how the bond addresses district needs and share your feedback. #CrestwoodSchools #2024Bond

At tonight’s Crestwood Board of Education meeting, Superintendent Dr. Youssef Mosallam was honored with special recognition for receiving the 2024 Superintendent of the Year award from the National Association of School Superintendents. Board President Danielle Elzayat presented Dr. Mosallam with two plaques—one on behalf of the Crestwood Board of Education and another on behalf of David Knezek from the Wayne County Commissioner’s office, as Knezek was out sick. Brian Paul, a 4th grade teacher at Highview Elementary and representative of the Crestwood Federation of Teachers, and Jennifer Ray, Crestwood High School’s Activity Director and Testing Coordinator, both delivered heartfelt speeches praising Dr. Mosallam’s leadership. Their words reflected the deep admiration held by Crestwood’s staff for his impact on the district. Last week, Dr. Mosallam was also recognized at the Dearborn Heights City Council meeting. Dr. Mosallam’s entire family was present, including his parents, in-laws, children, aunts, and extended family, making the evening even more meaningful. We continue to celebrate the achievements of our district and applaud Dr. Mosallam for his tireless efforts in making Crestwood a great place to work, learn, and grow.

Today’s professional development at Crestwood High School with Dr. Dorina Sackman-Ebuwa, known as “The Lab Coat Teacher” and affectionately called “Miss Dorito” by her students, inspired every staff member across our district. A Nationally Recognized Educator and Florida Teacher of the Year, Dorina empowered us with strategies to create culturally responsible classrooms through the lens of emotional intelligence (EI) and deep connection to our students’ backgrounds. Her message emphasized that teaching goes beyond academics—it’s about building relationships that honor students’ experiences and using our “teacher lens” to truly see and support them. Dorina’s B.E.L.I.E.V.E.!® philosophy—Be the Educators who Lead to Inspire and Empower Via Excellence—challenged us to intentionally shape our classrooms by acknowledging and valuing the diversity of our students. Through differentiated instruction, fostering community connections, and practical strategies for inclusive learning, she reminded us of the power we have to make a difference not only academically, but socially and emotionally. This professional development has left us motivated and equipped to lead with purpose and heart.

Hello Crestwood Families, All schools will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2024, so our staff can attend a professional development day. Central Office will stay open for enrollment assistance, but only by appointment. Thank you for your continued support!

Congratulations to the Crestwood Chargers Boys Varsity Tennis Team for an incredible season, earning the title of League Champions alongside Garden City! A special shoutout to our 1st place medalists: Mohamad Hammoud at 1 Singles, Ali Fawaz at 2 Singles, and Ahmad El Dana at 4 Singles. Everyone else secured strong 2nd place finishes! We also want to recognize our four seniors as they wrap up their high school journey and step into exciting futures. To the rest of the team, we can’t wait to see you back next year! A special acknowledgment to Coaches Tracy Besek, a proud Crestwood alum and former tennis player, and Emma Besek for their remarkable first year as coaches, leading the team to this historic achievement. #ChargerTennis

Crestwood School District’s Homecoming was a heartwarming celebration of what it means to be a Charger for life. Students from Hillcrest, Highview, Kinloch, Riverside, and Crestwood High, along with parents, staff, and community members, all came together in unity. The parade and game showcased the talents of our band, robotics team, Riverside football and cheerleaders, Crestwood cheer, CCEF, PTAs, firefighters, police, and local leaders, all proudly supporting one strong community. This year, we honored Dr. Youssef Mosallam, NASS 2024 Superintendent of the Year, making the celebration even more special. The Crestwood Alumni Association, as always, added the perfect touch, judging floats and joining in the festivities, reminding us that Homecoming is about coming back to where it all began. A special thank you to Mrs. Jen Ray, Student Council, Student Government, Mrs. Diana Johns, NHS, and all our guests for making this year’s Homecoming an unforgettable Charger tradition!

Crestwood High kicked off Homecoming at the our multipurpose facility and field with exciting games like tug-of-war, potato sack races, and tic-tac-toe, where the seniors claimed victory. The band delivered a fantastic performance, and the festivities concluded with the naming of the 2024 Grand Marshal, Mr. Hackney. Congratulations to the senior class for also winning Spirit Week and earning the most total points!

Dear Riverside Middle School Families, We want to inform you that Riverside Middle School is currently on lockdown as a precautionary measure due to a threat that was made. Please know that no one is currently in the building, and all students and staff are safe. As a precaution, the Dearborn Heights Police Department is on site, and we are working directly with them to ensure everyone’s safety. We kindly ask that parents do not come to the school at this time as we follow all protocols. Additional communication will be sent soon to inform you of the steps being taken. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Thank you, Crestwood School District

Join us today for a continuation of our community forums on the 2024 Crestwood Bond Proposal. When: Wednesday, October 9, 2024 Time: 6:00 PM Location: Crestwood Early Childhood Center, 1045 N. Gulley, Dearborn Heights This is a chance to ask questions and stay informed. For more info, visit www.csdmi.org/bond.

A special shoutout to the Riverside Ravens Cheer Team on kicking off their 2024/25 season! Your energy and spirit inspire us all. 🏈 And congratulations to our Ravens Football Team as well—let’s make this season unforgettable! Go Ravens! 💜📣 And a big welcome to the Cheer Team’s new head coach, Ms. Najwa Sobh! #RavensPride #GoRavens

Dear Crestwood Community, During this time of profound grief and loss, our district remains committed to supporting our students, families, and staff. Please see the attached message from Dr. Mosallam for more.

Attention Crestwood School District Community: Join us on Wednesday, Sept. 25, at 6 PM at Hillcrest Elementary Media Center to learn about the 2024 Bond Proposal, which will be on the Nov. 5 ballot. Superintendent Dr. Mosallam and school leaders will answer your questions. Refreshments provided. All are welcome!

The Crestwood School District proudly congratulates the Crestwood High School Marching Band for their outstanding performance at the 2024 Trenton Invitational! The band secured 1st place with a score of 76.9 for their show, "Ghost Ship." In addition, they received top honors with caption awards for the highest scores in Music, Marching, and Color Guard.

Dr. Mosallam concluded his historic journey at the National Association of School Superintendents (NASS) Conference by meeting renowned author and educator Stephen M.R. Covey, son of the late Stephen R. Covey, best known for The Seven Habits of Highly Effective People. As the 2024 NASS Conference draws to a close, the Crestwood School District shined brightly among school district leaders across the nation. Congratulations once again to the 2024 NASS Superintendent of the Year, Dr. Youssef Mosallam, and to the entire Crestwood School District!