Crestwood Family Connection
September 2026
Dear Crestwood Elementary Families,
Happy First Day of School Eve! We are thrilled to welcome all of our students back to Crestwood Elementary tomorrow morning. We hope your summer was full of fun and relaxation, and we cannot wait to fill our hallways with learning, laughter, and energy once again.
As your leadership team, we are honored to serve this incredible community. Our focus remains on providing high-quality instruction, building strong relationships, and supporting your child’s academic, social, and emotional growth in a safe, welcoming environment where every student is known and valued.
Your partnership is essential to our success. We prioritize open communication and look forward to working alongside you all year long through regular updates, family events, and volunteer opportunities.
Thank you for trusting us with your children. Get a good night's rest tonight—we will see you tomorrow morning for a fantastic start to the school year!
With appreciation,
Mrs. Dornan, Principal
Mrs. Baguley, Assistant Principal
We are proud to share that Crestwood Elementary was recognized by the Washington State School Recognition Program for demonstrating academic growth among one or more racial and ethnic student groups during the 2024–25 school year. This honor, awarded to only 16 percent of schools statewide, reflects the dedication of our students, staff, and families. We are grateful for the intentional work happening each day to support student success, close achievement gaps, and ensure every Crestwood student has the opportunity to thrive.
To help enhance student safety, Crestwood Elementary and all elementary schools districtwide will begin using a bus badge tracking system beginning the second week of school.
ALL students will receive a tag with their name and a barcode associated with their student ID number, which will be scanned when students get on and off the bus. (The barcode on this tag will also be used for students who request breakfast at school.) The badges allow designated staff and parents/guardians to know the exact date, time and location that a student enters and exits the bus.
Crestwood Elementary will distribute its bus badges during our first few days of school by their teacher or a helper to ensure it is fastened securely. Badges will attach to student backpacks via retractable keychain.
To securely view your child’s bus information, parents/guardians must register and log onto the My Ride K-12 app (Apple | Android). View step-by-step instructions (Spanish) on how to register your account, download the bus app and view your child's bus information.
