Updated 10/17/25: 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!
Write a holiday greeting, keeping in mind that our troops are diverse in their holiday practices and beliefs. You may decide to write a personal note. For example: How do you celebrate the holidays? What are your family memories of holidays?. The troops enjoy learning about things that happen in your hometown or region of the country. The messages can be serious or funny or both, always keep in mind that appropriate wording is important.
Sign your first name ONLY and town and state where you live. Optional things to help build a connection could include if you are currently, or have been, in the military; if you are a member of club such as Lions or Rotary groups; if you are an elected official or a first responder, etc.
If your card is homemade, please keep the size to no larger than an 8 X 11 piece of paper folded in half. Do not worry is you do not have an envelope; cards will be mailed as a group. If you have an envelope, please do NOT seal it; there is also no need to address the outside, but feel free to decorate it if you want.
Please see some potential writing prompts attached to the post. Let's bring our communities together for this amazing opportunity to bring joy to our troops this holiday season!
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!
Write a holiday greeting, keeping in mind that our troops are diverse in their holiday practices and beliefs. You may decide to write a personal note. For example: How do you celebrate the holidays? What are your family memories of holidays?. The troops enjoy learning about things that happen in your hometown or region of the country. The messages can be serious or funny or both, always keep in mind that appropriate wording is important.
Sign your first name ONLY and town and state where you live. Optional things to help build a connection could include if you are currently, or have been, in the military; if you are a member of club such as Lions or Rotary groups; if you are an elected official or a first responder, etc.
If your card is homemade, please keep the size to no larger than an 8 X 11 piece of paper folded in half. Do not worry is you do not have an envelope; cards will be mailed as a group. If you have an envelope, please do NOT seal it; there is also no need to address the outside, but feel free to decorate it if you want.
Please see some potential writing prompts attached to the post. Let's bring our communities together for this amazing opportunity to bring joy to our troops this holiday season!
It’s Game Day! The Thunderbirds are ready to take on Lee County in an exciting game you won’t want to miss! Kickoff is at 7:00 PM in Marianna, so get ready to cheer on your team. Can’t make it to the game? No problem! You can listen live on 107.3 BOB FM or tune in to the Cross County Athletics Facebook page or the Cross County School District YouTube channel for live coverage. Let’s go, Thunderbirds! 💙🏈🤍
It’s Game Day!
Our Junior High Thunderbirds are back in action tonight at home as they take on Lee County! Kickoff is set for 6:00 PM at Thunderbird Stadium.
Come out, cheer loud, and show your Thunderbird pride 💙🤍
Cross County Schools is hosting a free flu shot clinic for all Cross County students. Please complete the form using the link below to register your student for their flu shot. If you would rather complete a paper form, please contact the school.
https://arcare.jotform.com/222794464172158
https://arcare.jotform.com/222794464172158
The Book Fair is just days away! The Fair encourages students to read AND raises much-needed funds for our school. The easiest way for kids to pay is with an eWallet. Create one for your child so they can shop cash free and independently! Visit our school homepage to get started: https://scholastic.com/bf/crosscountyelementaryschool1
🎉 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
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.
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!
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! 🤍💙
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! 💙💻
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
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
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.
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.
🌍✨ Tomorrow is the day! ✨🌍
Cross County School District will be recognized during the World’s Best School Prizes 2025 Winning Ceremony! Join us as we celebrate schools from around the globe for the incredible work they’re doing to impact students and communities and to learn who will be named the World's Best School.
📺 Watch live on YouTube
🗓 Thursday, September 30
⏰ 8:30 AM CDT
🔗 https://www.youtube.com/live/7W9KnIEUi_4
We are so proud of our students, staff, and community for helping make Cross County stand out on the world 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!
