🎓 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!
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! 💙🤍
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
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
We are honored that Cross County School District is the cover story of the September 2025 issue of Report Card, the Journal of the Arkansas School Boards Association.
The feature highlights our commitment to character education and the ways our students are learning to lead with integrity, responsibility, and respect. At Cross County, we believe that educating the whole child means preparing students not only for academic success, but also for life. 💙🤍
Check out the full issue here: https://www.arsba.org/page/report-card-magazine
🏈 GAME DAY! 🏈
The junior high Thunderbirds are on the road tonight to take on McCrory!
📍 Away Game @ McCrory
🕠 7th Grade – 5:30 PM
🕖 Jr. High – 7:00 PM
Come out and support our teams as they battle it out under the lights! 🔥💙⚡️
#ThunderbirdPride #GameDay #GoTbirds
Birds get Bs! 🪽💙🤍
We are proud to share that Cross County Elementary School and Cross County High School earned a B on our state report card this year. This is a reflection of the hard work of our students, teachers, staff, and families who support learning every day.
Way to go Thunderbirds!
#BirdsGetBs #ThunderbirdPride
We are proud to share that Cross County Elementary School and Cross County High School earned a B on our state report card this year. This is a reflection of the hard work of our students, teachers, staff, and families who support learning every day.
Way to go Thunderbirds!
#BirdsGetBs #ThunderbirdPride
🎶 Thunderbird Pride runs deep! 🎶
We’re inviting all Thunderbird Band alumni to join us for a special Alumni Band night at Homecoming on Friday, September 26. Dust off your instrument, grab your friends, and be part of the tradition!
✨ Bring your own instrument
✨ Play alongside today’s Thunderbird Band
✨ Celebrate Homecoming in style
If you’re interested, please contact Ms. Beckett at victoria.beckett@crosscountyschools.com for details.
Let’s fill the stands with music and Thunderbird spirit! 💙🩶
We’re inviting all Thunderbird Band alumni to join us for a special Alumni Band night at Homecoming on Friday, September 26. Dust off your instrument, grab your friends, and be part of the tradition!
✨ Bring your own instrument
✨ Play alongside today’s Thunderbird Band
✨ Celebrate Homecoming in style
If you’re interested, please contact Ms. Beckett at victoria.beckett@crosscountyschools.com for details.
Let’s fill the stands with music and Thunderbird spirit! 💙🩶
Check out our character Friday winners for the week!
September Edition of Nest News
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