Cross County School District -

🎉 Congratulations to our incredible students, teachers, and staff! 🎉
Both Cross County Elementary Tech Academy and Cross County High School A New Tech School have been recognized by the Office for Education Policy at the University of Arkansas for Beating the Odds!
🏆 Cross County Elementary Tech Academy earned recognition for High Math Growth in the Northeast Region.
🏆 Cross County High School A New Tech School earned recognition for High ELA Growth in the Northeast Region.
These awards celebrate schools where students are demonstrating exceptional growth on the ATLAS assessment—even when facing economic challenges outside of school. Growth like this is one of the best indicators of the positive impact our teachers are making every day.
We’re so proud of the hard work, dedication, and heart that made this achievement possible. 💙🤍
#CrossCountyProud #BeatingTheOdds #EveryStudentEveryDay

The Cross County FCA would like to invite you to Fields of Faith on Wednesday, October 22 at 6:30 PM in Thunderbird Stadium!

This student-led event is open to the entire community and offers a powerful evening of worship, prayer, and encouragement as students share stories of faith and hope.

Any student's interested in giving their testimony should contact Coach Amy at amy.smith@crosscountyschools.com.

It’s game day! The Cross County Thunderbirds are taking on EPC tonight at home, with kickoff set for 7:00 PM. Come out and support the team as they look to bring home another win! If you can't make it to the game, you can still catch all the action—tune in live on 107.3 BOB FM or watch the game on the Cross County Athletics Facebook page or the Cross County School District YouTube channel. Let’s go, Thunderbirds!

Cross County Community- Let's spread some holiday cheer together!

We're inviting families and students to join in creating heartfelt holiday cards for our military members.

Please drop off your finished cards at the elementary and high school offices by October 28, 2025 from 8:00 to 3:30 daily.

Let's come together as a community to show our gratitude and make the season brighter for those who serve!

GAME DAY
It’s time to show up and show out! 🏈🔥
Cross County vs. EPC
📍 Location: @EPC
🕖 Kickoff at 7:00 PM
Come out and support your team as they battle it out under the lights! Let’s pack the stands and bring the energy! 🤍💙

🎓 FAFSA Night is coming up!
Seniors and parents, join us Monday, October 14 at 6:00 PM in the Cross County High School cafeteria to get hands-on help completing your FAFSA (Free Application for Federal Student Aid) for college or trade school.
To make the most of the evening, be sure to bring:
✅ Social Security number
✅ FSA ID (for both student and parent)
✅ 2024 Tax returns
✅ W-2 forms and other records of money earned
✅ Records of untaxed income
✅ MacBook
Completing your FAFSA is a key step toward scholarships, grants, and financial aid—don’t miss this opportunity to get it done with support right here at school! 💙💻

"A little consideration, a little thought for others, makes all the difference." - Winnie the Pooh

It’s game day for the Cross County Thunderbirds! 🏈 Tonight they take on Izard County in an away game with kickoff at 7:00 PM. Can’t make it to the game? No worries! You can watch live on the Cross County Athletics Facebook page or the Cross County School District YouTube channel, or listen live on 107.3 BOB FM. Let’s show our Thunderbird pride and cheer them on to victory! 💙⚡

🎉 Happy School Custodian Appreciation Day!

A huge THANK YOU to the custodians who keep our schools clean, safe, and running smoothly every day. Your hard work doesn’t go unnoticed — you’re the unsung heroes of our schools! 💙🧹🛠️

Let’s all take a moment to show them some love today! 🙌

#CustodianAppreciationDay #ThankYouCustodians

It’s Jr. High Game Day! Cross County takes on Izard County tonight at home! 🏈 Kickoff is at 6:00 PM Come out and support our Thunderbirds as they fight for the win. Let’s fill the stands and bring the energy — your support makes a difference! See you under the lights!

October is National Principals Month, and we are proud to celebrate the incredible leaders we have here at Cross County! 💙🤍
Principals play such an important role in shaping the culture of a school, supporting teachers, and inspiring students to reach their full potential. We are grateful for the dedication and heart that Mr. Cody Goulart at Cross County High School and Mrs. Jessica Stacy at Cross County Elementary Technology Academy bring to our district each day.
Please join us in thanking them for the countless ways they serve our students, staff, and community! 👏👏
#ThankAPrincipal #NationalPrincipalsMonth

It has been a month of celebrating our students' academic achievements! Last spring, grades 3-6 took their state summative tests and were rewarded with various trips based off their performance. We have loved celebrating their efforts and can't wait to see what they will do this year!

We may not have been named the World’s Best School for Overcoming Adversity, but what an incredible honor it is for Cross County Elementary to be recognized among the Top 10 schools in the world. 🌍💙🤍
A huge congratulations to this year’s winner:
🇧🇷 Brazil – Escola Estadual Parque dos Sonhos
We are proud to stand alongside these inspiring schools:
🇦🇷 Argentina – Colegio Madre Teresa
🇦🇺 Australia – River Nile School
🇧🇷 Brazil – Escola Municipal de Ensino Fundamental Saint-Hilaire
🇨🇴 Colombia – Institución Educativa José Asunción Silva
🇵🇸 Palestine – Sarah Secondary School for Girls
🇵🇰 Pakistan – Sanjan Nagar Public Education Trust Higher Secondary School
🇺🇬 Uganda – Aga Khan High School, Kampala
🇬🇧 United Kingdom – One Degree Academy
Being included in this list is a reflection of the strength of our students, the dedication of our staff, and the unwavering support of our community. We are grateful to the T4 organization for this recognition and proud to represent our school, district, and state on a global stage.

The Thunderbird spirit soared higher than ever as we dominated McCrory in an unforgettable homecoming showdown! From the opening kickoff to the final whistle, our team played with heart, grit, and unshakable pride. The crowd roared under the Friday night lights as big plays lit up the field and our defense stood like a brick wall. Every touchdown sent waves of energy through the stands, and with every chant, the Thunderbirds grew stronger. When the clock hit zero, victory was ours—and so was the moment. Homecoming just got legendary. Thunderbirds win!

Big day all around! Congratulate with us our new Character Council!

It’s Homecoming Day in Cross County! 💙🤍 We can’t wait to pack the campus with Thunderbirds past and present as we welcome so many alumni and guests back home today.
Here’s the schedule for today’s events:
⭐ Parade lineup begins at 1:00 p.m. with a pep rally in the gym immediately after the parade.
⭐ Homecoming tailgating may be set up during the day in assigned locations. Please do not set up between 1–2 p.m. or 3–4 p.m.
⭐ Tailgate zones will be cleared and reopened at 5:00 p.m. when gates open.
⭐ Pre-game Homecoming activities begin at 6:20 p.m.
⭐ Kickoff at Thunderbird Stadium is at 7:00 p.m.
It’s going to be an unforgettable day of Thunderbird spirit, tradition, and celebration—see you on campus! 💙🤍

We are EXCITED for homecoming and our weekly character nominations!

🎉🏈 HOMECOMING GAME DAY! 🏈🎉
It’s a big night for the Thunderbirds as they take on McCrory for Homecoming 2025!
👑 Homecoming Maids Walk – 6:20 PM
🏈 Kickoff – 7:00 PM
Listen live on 107.3 BOB FM
Watch on Cross County Athletics YouTube Channel or Cross County Athletics Facebook Page
Pack the stands, bring the energy, and let’s make this Homecoming one to remember! 💙⚡️ #ThunderbirdPride #Homecoming2025