🚗 High School Parent Traffic Reminder
If you are dropping off or picking up a high school student, the best route out of the parking lot is to exit to the north behind the bus shop.
Please note that you will not be able to drop off or pick up at the high school and then enter the elementary car rider line without first getting back onto the highway and circling around the elementary school.
Planning your route ahead of time will help keep traffic moving safely and efficiently for everyone. Thank you for your patience and cooperation as we work through our new traffic pattern this school year!
Tomorrow is more than the first day of school. It’s the beginning of new friendships, new opportunities, and another year of helping every student grow.
Behind every great school year is a team of people who have spent the summer preparing classrooms, planning lessons, cleaning buildings, driving buses, serving meals, supporting technology, and getting everything ready to welcome our students back.
This is the team that will greet your children each day with encouragement, care, and high expectations. We are excited to welcome everyone back and can’t wait to see our hallways filled with students again.
Here’s to a great 2026-2027 school year. We’ll see you tomorrow!
The first day of school is almost here, and we want to help make arrival and dismissal as smooth as possible!
Please take a moment to review the traffic map before Thursday morning.
🚗 Elementary Car Rider Information
• Student drop off and pickup will take place behind the cafeteria.
• The car rider line will begin as two lanes to help keep traffic moving.
• Near the propane tank, the two lanes will merge into one lane before reaching the drop off and pickup area.
• Please watch for staff members who will be there to direct traffic and assist families.
Thank you for your patience as everyone gets used to our updated traffic pattern. By working together and following the map, we can help keep our students safe and get everyone where they need to be as efficiently as possible.
We can't wait to welcome our students back for an amazing school year!
Please take a moment to review the traffic map before Thursday morning.
🚗 Elementary Car Rider Information
• Student drop off and pickup will take place behind the cafeteria.
• The car rider line will begin as two lanes to help keep traffic moving.
• Near the propane tank, the two lanes will merge into one lane before reaching the drop off and pickup area.
• Please watch for staff members who will be there to direct traffic and assist families.
Thank you for your patience as everyone gets used to our updated traffic pattern. By working together and following the map, we can help keep our students safe and get everyone where they need to be as efficiently as possible.
We can't wait to welcome our students back for an amazing school year!
🌅 Class of 2027, it's time to kick off your senior year! 🌅
Join us for Senior Sunrise on Thursday, July 30 at 6:00 a.m. in Thunderbird Stadium as we celebrate the beginning of your final year at Cross County High School.
Don't forget to bring:
☀️ Items to decorate your car before school
🩵 A blanket to sit on
🥤 A water bottle so you can fill it up with lemonade from the lemonade stand and take it with you to school
Let's make memories, watch the sunrise together, and start senior year the best way possible. We can't wait to see the Class of 2027 there!
Join us for Senior Sunrise on Thursday, July 30 at 6:00 a.m. in Thunderbird Stadium as we celebrate the beginning of your final year at Cross County High School.
Don't forget to bring:
☀️ Items to decorate your car before school
🩵 A blanket to sit on
🥤 A water bottle so you can fill it up with lemonade from the lemonade stand and take it with you to school
Let's make memories, watch the sunrise together, and start senior year the best way possible. We can't wait to see the Class of 2027 there!
⛳ Calling All Cross County High School Golfers! 💙🩶
Are you a student in grades 9 through 12 interested in playing golf this season?
Whether you're an experienced golfer or looking to get involved, we'd love to hear from you!
If you're interested in joining the Cross County golf team, please contact Coach Kyle James at Kyle.James@CrossCountySchools.com for more information.
We look forward to seeing you on the course! 🏌️♂️🏌️♀️
#ComeGrowWithUs #CrossCountyGolf
Are you a student in grades 9 through 12 interested in playing golf this season?
Whether you're an experienced golfer or looking to get involved, we'd love to hear from you!
If you're interested in joining the Cross County golf team, please contact Coach Kyle James at Kyle.James@CrossCountySchools.com for more information.
We look forward to seeing you on the course! 🏌️♂️🏌️♀️
#ComeGrowWithUs #CrossCountyGolf
📚 High School Schedule & MacBook Pickup
Students in grades 7 through 12 can pick up their class schedules and MacBooks on Monday, July 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Cross County High School office.
Before a MacBook can be checked out, each student must complete the Acceptable Use and Technology Agreement.
🖥️ Complete the agreement here: https://form.jotform.com/261943734335057
We look forward to seeing everyone and getting ready for a great school year!
Students in grades 7 through 12 can pick up their class schedules and MacBooks on Monday, July 27, from 8:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in the Cross County High School office.
Before a MacBook can be checked out, each student must complete the Acceptable Use and Technology Agreement.
🖥️ Complete the agreement here: https://form.jotform.com/261943734335057
We look forward to seeing everyone and getting ready for a great school year!
📢 We're Hiring at Cross County Pre-K!
Do you enjoy working with young children and making a difference in their lives? Cross County School District is looking for a caring, dependable Pre-K Paraprofessional to join our team.
This is an opportunity to help create a positive learning environment while supporting our youngest learners as they begin their educational journey.
Send applications to LeAnn Lester at llester@crmail.k12.ar.us.
Application: https://www.crowleys.k12.ar.us/_files/ugd/3b1e8f_49b3ba65c0c9406085c8eb2298bb82c0.pdf
Come grow with us at Cross County School District!
Do you enjoy working with young children and making a difference in their lives? Cross County School District is looking for a caring, dependable Pre-K Paraprofessional to join our team.
This is an opportunity to help create a positive learning environment while supporting our youngest learners as they begin their educational journey.
Send applications to LeAnn Lester at llester@crmail.k12.ar.us.
Application: https://www.crowleys.k12.ar.us/_files/ugd/3b1e8f_49b3ba65c0c9406085c8eb2298bb82c0.pdf
Come grow with us at Cross County School District!
🎒 Reminder for Cross County Elementary Families! 💙🩶
Don't worry about shopping for school supplies this year. Cross County Elementary will provide all school supplies for every elementary student.
✅ Pencils
✅ Paper
✅ Crayons
✅ Folders
✅ And everything else your child needs for the classroom
The only thing your student needs to bring is a backpack!
We're proud to help make back to school a little easier for our families so our students can start the year ready to learn.
Come Grow With Us! 💙🩶
Don't worry about shopping for school supplies this year. Cross County Elementary will provide all school supplies for every elementary student.
✅ Pencils
✅ Paper
✅ Crayons
✅ Folders
✅ And everything else your child needs for the classroom
The only thing your student needs to bring is a backpack!
We're proud to help make back to school a little easier for our families so our students can start the year ready to learn.
Come Grow With Us! 💙🩶
🥎 Cross County Softball Tryouts 🥎
Softball tryouts will be held on Monday, July 20, from 5:45 to 8:00 p.m. at the Cross County Softball Field in Cherry Valley. Please check in by 5:30. This will be a closed tryout.
📋 Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/4bmj5svz
Before attending, please make sure you have:
• A current, updated athletic physical
• Completed the sign up form
If you are unable to attend or have any questions, please contact Coach Kaylee Wolfe at Kaylee.wolfe@crosscountyschools.com.
We look forward to seeing everyone on July 20. Go T-Birds!
Softball tryouts will be held on Monday, July 20, from 5:45 to 8:00 p.m. at the Cross County Softball Field in Cherry Valley. Please check in by 5:30. This will be a closed tryout.
📋 Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/4bmj5svz
Before attending, please make sure you have:
• A current, updated athletic physical
• Completed the sign up form
If you are unable to attend or have any questions, please contact Coach Kaylee Wolfe at Kaylee.wolfe@crosscountyschools.com.
We look forward to seeing everyone on July 20. Go T-Birds!
You can still choose Cross County! 💙🩶
Missed the School Choice deadline? There's still an opportunity to become a Thunderbird through a board to board transfer.
At Cross County School District, we're committed to helping every student succeed by providing outstanding opportunities inside and outside the classroom.
Here's why families choose Cross County:
⭐ CCETA is Arkansas's only State School of Character
🌎 Named a Top 10 School in the World for Overcoming Adversity in 2025
🎒 No school supply costs for elementary students
🍎 Free breakfast and lunch for every student
💻 Take home MacBooks for students in grades 7 through 12
🏐 Exploratory Volleyball for students in grades 6 through 8
We're also exploring transportation pick up options in Poinsett County to make attending Cross County even more convenient for families.
If you're interested in learning more about a board to board transfer, contact the Cross County School District office today at 870-588-3337.
Come Grow With Us! 💙🩶
Missed the School Choice deadline? There's still an opportunity to become a Thunderbird through a board to board transfer.
At Cross County School District, we're committed to helping every student succeed by providing outstanding opportunities inside and outside the classroom.
Here's why families choose Cross County:
⭐ CCETA is Arkansas's only State School of Character
🌎 Named a Top 10 School in the World for Overcoming Adversity in 2025
🎒 No school supply costs for elementary students
🍎 Free breakfast and lunch for every student
💻 Take home MacBooks for students in grades 7 through 12
🏐 Exploratory Volleyball for students in grades 6 through 8
We're also exploring transportation pick up options in Poinsett County to make attending Cross County even more convenient for families.
If you're interested in learning more about a board to board transfer, contact the Cross County School District office today at 870-588-3337.
Come Grow With Us! 💙🩶
📚 Mark Your Calendars! 📚
We can't wait to welcome everyone back for the 2026 to 2027 school year!
Join us for Open House on Tuesday, July 28 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
This is a great opportunity to:
🔹 Meet your teachers
🔹 Tour your classrooms
🔹 Learn about the year ahead
🔹 Connect with school staff
Whether you're returning or joining Cross County for the first time, we're excited to welcome you as we get ready for another great year of learning and growth.
We look forward to seeing you on July 28!
Come Grow With Us.
We can't wait to welcome everyone back for the 2026 to 2027 school year!
Join us for Open House on Tuesday, July 28 from 4:00 to 8:00 p.m.
This is a great opportunity to:
🔹 Meet your teachers
🔹 Tour your classrooms
🔹 Learn about the year ahead
🔹 Connect with school staff
Whether you're returning or joining Cross County for the first time, we're excited to welcome you as we get ready for another great year of learning and growth.
We look forward to seeing you on July 28!
Come Grow With Us.
🏈 Meet the Coaches Tomorrow Night! 🏈
Come meet the new Cross County Thunderbird football coaching staff and get your young athlete ready for an exciting season!
📅 Monday, July 6
🕠 Meet the Coaches: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
While you're there, your child can also participate in Youth Football Camp!
🏈 3rd–6th Grade: July 6 | 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
🏈 K–2nd Grade: July 7 | 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
🌭 Hot dogs, chips, and beverages will be provided for everyone attending the Meet the Coaches event.
💲 Camp Cost: $30 per camper
There's still time to register! Campers are welcome to sign up at the event or online, but camp t-shirts are no longer guaranteed.
We can't wait to see our future Thunderbirds and their families tomorrow night!
Come meet the new Cross County Thunderbird football coaching staff and get your young athlete ready for an exciting season!
📅 Monday, July 6
🕠 Meet the Coaches: 5:30 PM to 6:30 PM
While you're there, your child can also participate in Youth Football Camp!
🏈 3rd–6th Grade: July 6 | 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
🏈 K–2nd Grade: July 7 | 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM
🌭 Hot dogs, chips, and beverages will be provided for everyone attending the Meet the Coaches event.
💲 Camp Cost: $30 per camper
There's still time to register! Campers are welcome to sign up at the event or online, but camp t-shirts are no longer guaranteed.
We can't wait to see our future Thunderbirds and their families tomorrow night!
🇺🇸 Happy Independence Day from Cross County School District! 🇺🇸
Today we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy and honor the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
As you gather with family and friends, we hope you enjoy a safe, relaxing, and memorable Fourth of July filled with gratitude, community, and celebration.
From all of us at Cross County School District, have a safe and happy Independence Day!
❤️🤍💙 #HappyFourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #ComeGrowWithUs
Today we celebrate the freedoms we enjoy and honor the courage and sacrifice of the men and women who have served and continue to serve our country.
As you gather with family and friends, we hope you enjoy a safe, relaxing, and memorable Fourth of July filled with gratitude, community, and celebration.
From all of us at Cross County School District, have a safe and happy Independence Day!
❤️🤍💙 #HappyFourthOfJuly #IndependenceDay #ComeGrowWithUs
📚 Back to School is almost here!
A new school year means new opportunities to learn, grow, and make lasting memories. As we prepare to welcome students back, here are some of the key dates you'll want to add to your calendar for the 2026-2027 school year.
Highlights include:
📅 First Day of School: July 30
👨👩👧👦 Parent Teacher Conferences
🍂 Fall Break
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
🎄 Christmas Break
🌷 Spring Break
🎓 Last Day of School: May 21
Be sure to save this graphic so you'll have these important dates handy throughout the year.
We can't wait to welcome everyone back as we begin another great year of learning, growth, and success.
A new school year means new opportunities to learn, grow, and make lasting memories. As we prepare to welcome students back, here are some of the key dates you'll want to add to your calendar for the 2026-2027 school year.
Highlights include:
📅 First Day of School: July 30
👨👩👧👦 Parent Teacher Conferences
🍂 Fall Break
🦃 Thanksgiving Break
🎄 Christmas Break
🌷 Spring Break
🎓 Last Day of School: May 21
Be sure to save this graphic so you'll have these important dates handy throughout the year.
We can't wait to welcome everyone back as we begin another great year of learning, growth, and success.
🎉 Cross County Teachers Earn $66,000 in Merit Pay Incentives 🎉
Cross County School District is proud to announce that our educators have earned $66,000 through Arkansas' Merit Teacher Incentive Fund program.
This achievement reflects the dedication, hard work, and commitment our teachers demonstrate every day as they help students learn, grow, and succeed. These funds recognize educators who are making a meaningful impact in the classroom and helping drive student achievement.
At Cross County, we are fortunate to have teachers who go above and beyond to support our students, families, and community. Their passion for education continues to create opportunities and positive outcomes for the children we serve.
Please join us in congratulating our teachers on this well-deserved accomplishment!
Cross County School District is proud to announce that our educators have earned $66,000 through Arkansas' Merit Teacher Incentive Fund program.
This achievement reflects the dedication, hard work, and commitment our teachers demonstrate every day as they help students learn, grow, and succeed. These funds recognize educators who are making a meaningful impact in the classroom and helping drive student achievement.
At Cross County, we are fortunate to have teachers who go above and beyond to support our students, families, and community. Their passion for education continues to create opportunities and positive outcomes for the children we serve.
Please join us in congratulating our teachers on this well-deserved accomplishment!
📣 Arkansas Activities Association Dead Period Reminder
Please note that the Arkansas Activities Association (AAA) Dead Period will be observed June 21 through July 5.
During this time, all Cross County athletic facilities will be closed, and there will be no athletic practices, workouts, camps, training sessions, or organized team activities.
This annual dead period provides student-athletes, coaches, and families with an opportunity to rest and enjoy time together before preparations begin for the upcoming school year.
Athletic facilities will reopen and activities may resume on Monday, July 6 in accordance with AAA guidelines.
Enjoy your summer break, and we look forward to seeing our student-athletes back soon! 💙🩶
#ComeGrowWithUs #CrossCountyThunderbirds
Cross County School District is excited to announce the hiring of Coach Cody Campbell as Assistant Football Coach and Assistant Baseball Coach.
Coach Campbell is a 2023 graduate of Harding University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Health Sciences. During his time at Harding, he interned as an assistant coach at Harding Academy and helped contribute to the school's 2023 state championship season.
For the past three years, Coach Campbell has served at Augusta High School as a middle school science teacher, EAST Facilitator, Head Baseball Coach, and Wide Receivers/Defensive Backs Coach. Through those roles, he has developed a passion for helping students and student-athletes grow through hard work, determination, mutual respect, and servant leadership.
"My experiences have strengthened my love for coaching and teaching while helping instill a foundation of hard work and determination, mutual respect, and doing all things to honor and serve those around you more than yourself," Campbell said.
Cross County High School Principal and Athletic Director Cody Goulart believes Coach Campbell will be a tremendous addition to both the school and athletic programs.
"Coach Campbell's passion for developing young people, both in the classroom and in athletics, stood out throughout the hiring process. His experience as a teacher, coach, and mentor aligns perfectly with the culture we are building at Cross County. We are excited to welcome Cody, JoAnna, and Paisley to our community and look forward to the positive impact they will have on our students and athletes."
Coach Campbell, his wife JoAnna, and their daughter Paisley are excited to begin this new chapter at Cross County.
"We are extremely grateful for the opportunity to join the Cross County School District and look forward to building new relationships as members of the Cross County family," Campbell said.
Please join us in welcoming Coach Campbell and his family to Cross County!
Cross County School District is excited to announce Amy Smith as the new Assistant Softball Coach for Cross County High School.
Coach Smith is already a familiar face to many of our students and families through her work at Cross County Elementary Technology Academy. She has also invested countless hours in our community through the Pee Wee Basketball program, helping young athletes develop their skills, confidence, and love for the game.
Her passion for working with students and commitment to helping young people succeed make her a valuable addition to our softball program. We are excited to see the positive impact she will have on our student-athletes both on and off the field.
Please join us in congratulating Coach Amy Smith and welcoming her to the Lady Thunderbird coaching staff!
#ComeGrowWithUs
Coach Smith is already a familiar face to many of our students and families through her work at Cross County Elementary Technology Academy. She has also invested countless hours in our community through the Pee Wee Basketball program, helping young athletes develop their skills, confidence, and love for the game.
Her passion for working with students and commitment to helping young people succeed make her a valuable addition to our softball program. We are excited to see the positive impact she will have on our student-athletes both on and off the field.
Please join us in congratulating Coach Amy Smith and welcoming her to the Lady Thunderbird coaching staff!
#ComeGrowWithUs
🏐 Cross County Volleyball Is Coming!
Cross County School District is excited to announce the launch of a Volleyball Development Program for students entering 6th, 7th, and 8th grades during the 2026-2027 school year.
This program is designed to introduce students to the sport of volleyball while building the skills, knowledge, and teamwork needed for future success. Throughout the year, participants will learn the fundamentals of the game, develop individual and team skills, understand rules and strategy, and gain valuable experience through practices and skill development opportunities.
Our vision is to use the 2026-2027 school year as a foundation-building year with the goal of fielding an official Cross County Junior High Volleyball Team during the Fall 2027 season.
No prior volleyball experience is required. We encourage all interested students to consider becoming part of this exciting new opportunity and help establish a new tradition at Cross County.
Students who wish to participate will be required to have a current athletic physical on file before participating in practices and program activities.
If your student is interested in participating or if you would like more information, please contact:
📧 Cody Goulart, Principal/Athletic Director cody.goulart@crosscountyschools.com
📧 Kaylee Wolfe, Head Volleyball Coach kaylee.wolfe@crosscountyschools.com
More information regarding meetings, registration, practice schedules, and physical requirements will be shared later this summer.
🏐 Learn. Grow. Compete. Together.
#CrossCountySchools #ComeGrowWithUs #ThunderbirdPride
Cross County School District is excited to announce the launch of a Volleyball Development Program for students entering 6th, 7th, and 8th grades during the 2026-2027 school year.
This program is designed to introduce students to the sport of volleyball while building the skills, knowledge, and teamwork needed for future success. Throughout the year, participants will learn the fundamentals of the game, develop individual and team skills, understand rules and strategy, and gain valuable experience through practices and skill development opportunities.
Our vision is to use the 2026-2027 school year as a foundation-building year with the goal of fielding an official Cross County Junior High Volleyball Team during the Fall 2027 season.
No prior volleyball experience is required. We encourage all interested students to consider becoming part of this exciting new opportunity and help establish a new tradition at Cross County.
Students who wish to participate will be required to have a current athletic physical on file before participating in practices and program activities.
If your student is interested in participating or if you would like more information, please contact:
📧 Cody Goulart, Principal/Athletic Director cody.goulart@crosscountyschools.com
📧 Kaylee Wolfe, Head Volleyball Coach kaylee.wolfe@crosscountyschools.com
More information regarding meetings, registration, practice schedules, and physical requirements will be shared later this summer.
🏐 Learn. Grow. Compete. Together.
#CrossCountySchools #ComeGrowWithUs #ThunderbirdPride
🥎 Cross County Names Kaylee Wolfe Head Softball Coach 🥎
Cross County School District is proud to announce the hiring of Kaylee Wolfe as the new Head Softball Coach for the Lady Thunderbirds.
A standout student athlete at Williams Baptist University, Wolfe appeared in 199 career games for the Eagles, compiling a .306 batting average, .376 on base percentage, and .420 slugging percentage while driving in 100 RBIs. She earned 2-Time AMC Second Team All Conference honors and was recognized as a 4-Time AMC Academic All Conference selection. Wolfe also finished her collegiate career with the third most runs scored in Williams Baptist University history with 127 and set the school record for most hit by pitches in a single season with 14 during the 2026 season.
In addition to her success on the field, Wolfe earned a degree in Sports Management with a minor in Business Administration from Williams Baptist University. She gained valuable coaching experience as a softball instructor and through her internship with the Williams Baptist softball program, where she assisted with player development, practice organization, and game preparation.
"We are very excited for Kaylee to begin her coaching career!" said Jessica Nutt, Head Softball Coach at Williams Baptist University. "She truly was and is a student of the game and we are excited to see her impact the students and athletes at Cross County High School!"
Wolfe's dedication to excellence has been evident throughout her collegiate career, both on the field and in the classroom. Her passion for developing young athletes, combined with her competitive experience and strong leadership skills, make her an outstanding addition to the Cross County family.
Please join us in welcoming Coach Wolfe to Cross County. We are excited to see the impact she will make on our student athletes and the future of Lady Thunderbird Softball.
💙🥎 #ComeGrowWithUs #ThunderbirdPride
