Ms. Edna is passing the Thunderbird Trophy to someone who works tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our school running smoothly—Mrs. Annie Hill! As a high school custodian, Mrs. Annie takes pride in keeping our school clean and welcoming for students and staff. Her hard work, kindness, and dedication do not go unnoticed, and we are so grateful for all she does to make Cross County a better place every day! #ThunderbirdPride #WholeChildEducation
Thursday night was our Creature Chronicles, where our students showcased their writing about our core values. We want to say thank you for all community members that came to support these budding authors!
🎉 Sweet Success! 🎉
What better way to celebrate college acceptances than with cake? Congratulations to Olivia Hudson, Kadey Jones, Daniel Jordan, Bethany Watkins, and Joseph Kennedy on this exciting milestone in their journeys! Their hard work and dedication have paid off, and we can’t wait to see all they accomplish in the next chapter.
At Cross County, we believe in preparing students for success beyond high school, whether that means college, career, or beyond. Today, we celebrate these five students and their bright futures! 🎂🎓
It's time for our weekly character spotlight!
📢 Cross County Representing on the National Stage! 🎤🏛️
Last week, Dr. Nathan Morris, Superintendent of Cross County School District, had the incredible opportunity to speak at the NIET Conference in Washington, D.C.! 🇺🇸 He shared how Cross County is optimizing the learning environment by fostering strong instructional leadership, empowering students, and supporting teachers.
From student-led initiatives like the Student Advisory Committee and Character Council to innovative teacher mentorship programs, Dr. Morris highlighted how our district is committed to ensuring both students and educators thrive.
We are proud to see Cross County's dedication to educating the whole child being recognized at the national level! 💙📚 #ThunderbirdProud #NIET2025 #LeadershipInEducation #StudentSuccess
🍝 Join Us for a Spaghetti Dinner! 🎶
Support the Cross County Music Department and enjoy a delicious meal at our Spaghetti Dinner on Thursday, March 7, at 6:00 PM in the Cross County High School cafeteria!
For just $10 per ticket, you’ll get:
🍝 Spaghetti
🧄 Garlic Bread
🥗 Salad
🥤 A Drink
🍰 Dessert
All proceeds go toward supporting our talented student musicians! Come enjoy a great meal and show your support for the arts in our schools.
🎟 Grab your tickets now and help us keep the music playing!
🎶🎼 A huge THANK YOU to Bull Motor Company for their generous $2,500 donation toward new music equipment for Cross County Elementary Technology Academy! Your support helps us provide our students with more opportunities to explore, create, and develop their musical talents. 🎵🥁🎤
Thanks to community partners like Bull Motor Company, our students will have the tools they need to grow and thrive!
📢 2025-2026 Pre-K & Kindergarten Registration 📢
It's time to register for Pre-K and Kindergarten at Cross County Elementary! 📝
📅 Thursday, March 6 | ⏰ 4:00-6:00 PM | 📍 Elementary Cafeteria
📅 Friday, March 7 | ⏰ 9:00 AM-2:00 PM | 📍 Elementary Office
📌 Age Requirements:
🎂 Pre-K students must be 3 or 4 years old by August 1, 2025.
🎂 Kindergarten students must be 5 years old by August 1, 2025.
📋 What to Bring:
Kindergarten Students Need:
✅ Birth Certificate
✅ Social Security Card
✅ Shot Record & Physical (shots must be up to date)
✅ Proof of Residency (gas, water, or electric bill) OR School Choice Paperwork
Pre-K Students Need:
✅ Birth Certificate
✅ Social Security Card
✅ Shot Record & Physical (shots must be up to date)
✅ Proof of Income (1 month’s check stubs, W-2, or Tax Return)
📞 Questions?
☎ Pre-K: 870-588-6843
☎ Kindergarten: 870-588-3337
Join us as we continue our mission to educate the whole child, preparing them to be lifelong learners and responsible citizens! 💙💛 #ThunderbirdPride #FutureThunderbirds
We've missed our weekly character highlight due to weather! Join us in congratulating the past week's nominees!
📣 ONLY 100 YEARBOOKS LEFT! 📣
Don't miss out on capturing all the amazing memories from this school year! We have just 100 yearbooks remaining for both the Elementary School and High School — and it's first come, first served.
➡️ Purchase in person at the school’s main office
OR
➡️ Order online at yearbooksforever.com
Once they’re gone, they’re gone! Secure yours today. #ThunderbirdPride #Yearbook2024 #SaveTheMemories
Don't miss this special event! It is the same night as Pre-K and Kindergarten registration!
The Cross County Thunderbird Pageant is right around the corner! Please see the attached flyers with important information and the practice schedule.
❄️ School Closed – Friday, February 21 ❄️
Cross County School District will remain closed tomorrow, Friday, February 21, due to icy backroads that continue to make travel unsafe. Areas of Crowley’s Ridge make it especially difficult to run snow routes safely.
📅 Makeup Day: This day will be made up on Friday, April 18, 2025.
We are excited to welcome our students back on Monday, healthy and ready to learn! Stay safe, stay warm, and have a great weekend, Thunderbirds! 💙❄️
❄️ School Closed – Thursday, February 20 ❄️
Cross County School District will remain closed tomorrow, Thursday, February 20. While some main roads and side roads are clear, many remain unsafe for travel and we could use another day of sunshine.
📅 Makeup Day: This day will be made up on Monday, April 21, 2025.
The safety of our students, staff, and families is our top priority. Stay safe, stay warm, and we’ll see you soon, Thunderbirds! 💙
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! 💙
📢 Stay Connected with Cross County Schools! 📢
Want to be the first to know about important updates, school events, and weather alerts? 📲 Download the Cross County School District app and subscribe to notifications to stay informed!
✅ Get real-time announcements
✅ Stay updated on school news & events
✅ Never miss an important alert
Click below to download now! ⬇️
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📱 Google Play Store: https://bit.ly/3vmmG14
⚠️ 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!
