NEW ARKANSAS LAW: "Bell to Bell, No Cell" Starting with the 2025-2026 school year, all Arkansas public schools - including Crossett School District - will enforce the "Bell to Bell, No Cell" Act (SB 142/Act 122).
What's Changing?
* Personal cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, laptop, and any device that sends/receives data must stay powered off and stored all day.
* Students cannot be in possession of these devices. The devices must be stored in a backpack or purse all day while on campus.
What does in possession include:
* Holding the device
* Carrying it in a pocket or on their person
* Checking the device while stored in a backpack or purse at any time during the school day.
Why?
This state law supports focused, distraction-free learning. Schools not enforcing it may face penalties.
How Families Can Help:
* Talk with your child about expectations.
* Support a smooth transition to device-free learning.
What's Changing?
* Personal cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, laptop, and any device that sends/receives data must stay powered off and stored all day.
* Students cannot be in possession of these devices. The devices must be stored in a backpack or purse all day while on campus.
What does in possession include:
* Holding the device
* Carrying it in a pocket or on their person
* Checking the device while stored in a backpack or purse at any time during the school day.
Why?
This state law supports focused, distraction-free learning. Schools not enforcing it may face penalties.
How Families Can Help:
* Talk with your child about expectations.
* Support a smooth transition to device-free learning.
Attention Crossett School Community: ALL students will eat FREE for breakfast for the 2025/2026 school year. Please help encourage your student(s) to eat breakfast - it is a great start to the day!
NEW ARKANSAS LAW: "Bell to Bell, No Cell" Starting with the 2025-2026 school year, all Arkansas public schools - including Crossett School District - will enforce the "Bell to Bell, No Cell" Act (SB 142/Act 122).
What's Changing?
* Personal cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, laptop, and any device that sends/receives data must stay powered off and stored all day.
* Students cannot be in possession of these devices. The devices must be stored in a backpack or purse all day while on campus.
What does in possession include:
* Holding the device
* Carrying it in a pocket or on their person
* Checking the device while stored in a backpack or purse at any time during the school day.
Why?
This state law supports focused, distraction-free learning. Schools not enforcing it may face penalties.
How Families Can Help:
* Talk with your child about expectations.
* Support a smooth transition to device-free learning.
What's Changing?
* Personal cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, laptop, and any device that sends/receives data must stay powered off and stored all day.
* Students cannot be in possession of these devices. The devices must be stored in a backpack or purse all day while on campus.
What does in possession include:
* Holding the device
* Carrying it in a pocket or on their person
* Checking the device while stored in a backpack or purse at any time during the school day.
Why?
This state law supports focused, distraction-free learning. Schools not enforcing it may face penalties.
How Families Can Help:
* Talk with your child about expectations.
* Support a smooth transition to device-free learning.
Please take some time to view our free breakfast information for all students!
Friendly Reminder to our Crossett School Community. Tonight, Tuesday, August 5, is Open House for our Middle School Eagles. Please make sure to meet in the cafeteria before meeting with teachers. We look forward to welcoming our Eagles and their families!
Day One of the 15-Day Challenge set the tone for excellence as our dedicated teachers jumped in with energy and focus. From the very start, they demonstrated a strong commitment to ensuring high levels of learning for every student. Through purposeful collaboration, strategic planning, and a results-driven mindset, our educators laid the foundation for impactful instruction and student success. Their hard work and enthusiasm on day one exemplify the power of teamwork and a shared vision for achievement.
NEW ARKANSAS LAW: "Bell to Bell, No Cell" Starting with the 2025-2026 school year, all Arkansas public schools - including Crossett School District - will enforce the "Bell to Bell, No Cell" Act (SB 142/Act 122).
What's Changing?
* Personal cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, laptop, and any device that sends/receives data must stay powered off and stored all day.
* Students cannot be in possession of these devices. The devices must be stored in a backpack or purse all day while on campus.
What does in possession include:
* Holding the device
* Carrying it in a pocket or on their person
* Checking the device while stored in a backpack or purse at any time during the school day.
Why?
This state law supports focused, distraction-free learning. Schools not enforcing it may face penalties.
How Families Can Help:
* Talk with your child about expectations.
* Support a smooth transition to device-free learning.
What's Changing?
* Personal cell phones, smartwatches, tablets, laptop, and any device that sends/receives data must stay powered off and stored all day.
* Students cannot be in possession of these devices. The devices must be stored in a backpack or purse all day while on campus.
What does in possession include:
* Holding the device
* Carrying it in a pocket or on their person
* Checking the device while stored in a backpack or purse at any time during the school day.
Why?
This state law supports focused, distraction-free learning. Schools not enforcing it may face penalties.
How Families Can Help:
* Talk with your child about expectations.
* Support a smooth transition to device-free learning.
Crossett High School Open House is TONIGHT, Monday, August 4. We welcome all families and students to attend.
The Crossett School District would like to give a BIG THANK YOU to the members and staff of the First Baptist Church of Crossett for the delicious hamburger meal accompanied with homemade desserts and lots of door prizes! This was a great way to kick off professional development. Thank you for your kindness, hospitality, and support. It is greatly appreciated.
Attention Crossett School District Community: ALL students Pre-K through 12th grade will receive a FREE nutritious breakfast EVERY day.
The Crossett School District staff and teachers are excited to meet our Eagles! Please make plans to attend the scheduled Open Houses and Orientations. We hope to see you there!
The Crossett School District would like to welcome our new High School teachers to their first year with our Eagles. We are excited to have them as part of the team!
The Crossett School District would like to Welcome Back all our teachers and staff! They return to their campuses today to collaborate on the work of creating safe and engaging learning environments in which all students learn at high levels. It is going to be a successful year, Eagles!
Attention Crossett Family Community. The Crossett School District is excited to welcome all of our Eagles to the 2025-2026 school year. Here are the dates of Open House and Orientation for each campus. We hope to see you there!
Hey Crossett Football Fans! Are you ready for a new season?!? Do you have your Eagle spirit wear? Check out this website to purchase Crossett Football Fan Gear so we can pack the stands in maroon and a lot of spirit!https://football.1stplacespiritwear.com/sites/AR/Crossett/Crossett%20High%20School
The Crossett School District would like to inform Crossett Eagles Families and Students of important information regarding class schedules/assignments and Open House dates. We look forward to welcoming all Eagles and their families to the 2025/2026 school year!
Earlier this week, The Drug-Free Ashley County Youth Leadership team presented information to the community about Johnny's Ambassadors. The team consists of students from Crossett and Hamburg. What a GREAT collaboration for an excellent cause. Keep up the work! These youth are our future.
🎺 CHS BAND – Summer Band Practice Schedule 🎶
Let’s get ready to roll, CHS Band! Mark your calendars and show up ready to work hard and have fun. This is where our season begins! 💪🔥
Let’s get ready to roll, CHS Band! Mark your calendars and show up ready to work hard and have fun. This is where our season begins! 💪🔥
Crossett School District is excited to welcome all Eagles to the 2025-2026 School Year! We encourage all students and families to attend Open. House - it is an excellent opportunity to meet teachers and staff. See you soon!
Attention Crossett School District Community: It is not too late to apply for Summer EBT.
Program Overview:
• Benefit Amount: $120 per eligible child.
• Purpose: To ensure children receive adequate nutrition during the summer break.
Eligibility and Application Process:
• Automatic Eligibility: Families currently participating in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program) may automatically receive the Summer EBT benefit. They will receive a letter stating they
will receive the benefit and do not need to apply.
• Application Required: Families not automatically enrolled are encouraged to apply to determine their
eligibility. To apply or check eligibility status, families should visit the DHS website at
ar.gov/summerebt. The website provides detailed instructions and the necessary forms to complete
the application process.
Summer EBT Call Center is open on May 1, 2025. 1-833-316-2421
***If student received benefits last summer the funds will be put on last year’s card, if you no
longer have that card call EBT Line 1-800-997-9999 for a replacement card***
Program Overview:
• Benefit Amount: $120 per eligible child.
• Purpose: To ensure children receive adequate nutrition during the summer break.
Eligibility and Application Process:
• Automatic Eligibility: Families currently participating in SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance
Program) may automatically receive the Summer EBT benefit. They will receive a letter stating they
will receive the benefit and do not need to apply.
• Application Required: Families not automatically enrolled are encouraged to apply to determine their
eligibility. To apply or check eligibility status, families should visit the DHS website at
ar.gov/summerebt. The website provides detailed instructions and the necessary forms to complete
the application process.
Summer EBT Call Center is open on May 1, 2025. 1-833-316-2421
***If student received benefits last summer the funds will be put on last year’s card, if you no
longer have that card call EBT Line 1-800-997-9999 for a replacement card***
