Cross County School District -

Due to inclement weather, Cross County School District will be closed tomorrow, Wednesday, February 19. ❄️☃️ 📅 Makeup Day: Classes will be in session on Friday, March 21, 2025, to make up for this closure. As always, our priority is the safety of our students, staff, and community. We appreciate your understanding! Stay warm, Thunderbirds! 💙

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⚠️ Weather Update – Early Dismissal Announcement ⚠️ With winter weather in the forecast, we are prioritizing the safety of our students and staff. Based on the current information, Cross County School District will dismiss early at 1:30 p.m. on Tuesday, February 18. However, if the weather moves in faster than expected, dismissal may be earlier. We appreciate your flexibility and support in making arrangements. Please stay tuned to our social media pages for any further updates. Stay safe and warm, Thunderbirds! ❄️💙

Just a reminder that there will be no school tomorrow, Monday, February 17, in observance of Presidents' Day. We hope everyone enjoys the extra day off, and we’ll see you back in class on Tuesday, February 18!

🚔💙 Happy SRO Appreciation Day! 💙🚔 Today, we want to give a huge THANK YOU to Officer Jon Owens for his dedication to keeping Cross County Schools safe! Officer Owens plays an important role in our district, building relationships with students, staff, and families while ensuring a secure learning environment every day. We appreciate your commitment, kindness, and service to our school and community! If you see Officer Owens today, be sure to thank him for all he does! 👏👏

📢 Reminder for Cross County Families! 📢 Tomorrow will be a 2:00 PM dismissal for all students to allow time for Parent-Teacher Conferences, which will be held from 2:30 – 7:00 PM. This is a great opportunity to connect with your child’s teachers, discuss their progress, and set goals for the rest of the school year. We encourage all parents and guardians to attend! 🔹 Early Dismissal: 2:00 PM 🔹 Parent-Teacher Conferences: 2:30 – 7:00 PM We look forward to seeing you there!

The University of Arkansas Dept. of Ag came to the elementary last week to host our annual "Farm To You"! High school students took the lead and presented a variety of interactive simulations to help our students understand the need for making healthy choices!

The Week Ahead

We have a new character focus at the elementary!

Attention Homeschool Families in Cross County School District! Our Office of Support Services is hosting a meeting for parents and students who: ✅ Live in the Cross County School District ✅ Have a child who previously had an IEP in a public school setting ✅ Are currently homeschooling This meeting will provide information about possible services your child may receive through a service plan. If you suspect your child may qualify, we encourage you to attend. 📅 Thursday, February 13, 2025 ⏰ 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM 📍 Cross County Elementary School Cafeteria For questions or to express interest, please contact Dena Decker, LEA Supervisor, at 870-588-3337.

Let's celebrate! Students who had a passing score on one, two, or all of their Atlas tests completed last spring were able to go to Skateland in Wynne, have a pizza party in our cafeteria, or go to Incredible Pizza. We can't wait to see what they will accomplish this spring!

🏀 GAME DAY ALERT! 🏀 The Senior High Lady Thunderbirds are back in action TOMORROW NIGHT as they take on Piggott in a make-up game at home! 📅 Date: Tomorrow, Feb. 3rd ⏰ Time: 5:30 PM 📍 Location: Cross County High School Come out and pack the stands as our Lady Thunderbirds hit the court and defend home territory! Let’s bring the energy and cheer them on to victory! 🔵⚡

🚨 We're Hiring! Join the Cross County Team! 🚨 Cross County School District is looking for dedicated individuals to fill Custodian and Bus Driver positions! 🚌 Bus Driver Responsibilities: -Safely transport students to and from school and activities -Maintain a punctual and reliable schedule -Ensure student safety at all times 🧹 Custodian Responsibilities: -Keep classrooms, offices, and common areas clean and safe -Assist with minor maintenance tasks -Help create a welcoming environment for students and staff 💡 Why Join Us? ✔ Competitive pay ✔ Make a difference in the lives of students ✔ Be part of a supportive and dedicated team 📢 Requirements: Must hold or be willing to obtain the required bus driver certification (we can help!) Strong work ethic and commitment to a positive school environment 📞 Apply Today! For more information or to apply, contact Jerry Buchanan at 870-588-3337. Join us in making a difference every day! #NowHiring #CrossCountyThunderbirds #JoinOurTeam

Congratulations to our weekly character spotlight kiddos, Dixie and Jack! Dixie showed courage in trying something new and Jack showed humility in taking care of a mess that wasn't his own. We are grateful to see our students constantly growing in our core values!

GAME DAY 🏀 Tip off for Jr. High Girls is at 4:00 pm followed by Jr. High Boys then Sr. High boys against Piggott at home. Catch all the games live on Cross County Athletics Facebook page.

🎶 Congratulations to Autry Gray for earning a spot in the Senior High All-Region Band! Autry secured 2nd Band, 24th Chair, showcasing his hard work and dedication to music. 🎺👏 We’re so proud of you, Autry! Keep inspiring us with your talent and passion. 🎵💙

Congratulations to Hunter and Aislyn who were nominated this week for showing our core value of humility! Thank you friends for leading by example. Humility makes a world of difference anywhere it's applied!

Excellent job friends! Thank you for rising to the task!

‼️ No School Monday! Cross County School District will not be in session on Monday, January 20th in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr., Day. In the words of Dr. King, "“Intelligence plus character—that is the goal of true education”

Congratulations to these who received either Highest in Math, the Library Award, or a Core Value Award (Humility, Compassion, Respect) for our second nine weeks! Thank you ALWAYS to Wynne Pizza Hut for hosting!