Congratulations to elementary teacher Carol Woods for being named the 2022 Cedar Ridge District Teacher of the Year!
Thank you to Merchants and Planters Bank for sponsoring this year's program!
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KINDERGARTEN REGISTRATION | April 29th 8:30am-4:00pm
Bring your future Timberwolf to Cedar Ridge Elementary next Friday anytime from 8:30am-4:00pm to register them for the 2022-23 school year! Please bring your child's birth certificate, immunization records, social security card, and updated physical. Screeners will take place that day for students who do not attend CR Early Childhood. If your child is unable to attend, we will schedule screeners on May 25, 26, and 27.
On Thursday April 21st, students in grades 6 and 8 will be screened for scoliosis. If you do not want your child screened for scoliosis, you must let the school nurse know in writing at least three days before the screening date. For additional information about scoliosis and the screening process, click the following link to read the parent notification letter. https://5il.co/18szv
We are aware that KATV7 has reported Cedar Ridge Schools dismissing early today, but to reiterate we will NOT be dismissing early. In the event of a tornado warning for our area, all students and staff will be moved to tornado-safe spots.
Cedar Ridge is closely monitoring the severe weather as it moves across the state this afternoon. In order to keep our students and staff safe, we will move all staff and students to the campus safe room or gym basement if the need arises. Thank you for trusting us with your children, and know that we will keep you updated when necessary throughout the day.
The Senior high baseball and softball teams will play as scheduled today at Midland. Games begin at 4:00pm. The Jr. high games have been canceled due to the expected thunderstorms later this evening.
Sports Pictures: Pinkston’s did not send proofs this year for sports pictures, it is a major expense to Pinkston's to send out proofs and not get many orders. Sports pictures can be viewed at https://pinkstonphotography.photoreflect.com/ You can order pictures from this site (for an additional fee), you can call Pinkston’s directly to place your order 870-934-1477 or you can print the order form and send it with in with payment. Click this link to print order form. https://5il.co/18o8z.
With possible severe weather in the forecast, we wanted to remind the community that the Cedar Ridge Safe Room is open to the public after 5:30pm on weekdays and anytime on weekends when a tornado warning is issued for the Newark area. The safe room is located at 3575 Cord Rd next to the Cedar Ridge Preschool.
Attention Parents of Seniors: Seniors need to have the following items turned in to Mrs. Wood by the end of this week.
• Sr. Quote-(this will be approved by administration)
• 1 Baby Picture and 1 Casual picture for the yearbook.
• 5 pictures for slideshow at graduation; (recommend 1 baby, 1 senior and
then the other 3 in between those ages, maybe some personal interest
pictures (like sports, hunting, fishing, family, etc.)
The Cedar Ridge Choirs will be holding a yard sale this Saturday, April 9th in front of the Cedar Ridge High School; sale will begin at 7:00am. All proceeds will go directly to benefit the Elementary, Middle School, and High School choirs.
The softball games this afternoon will be played at 207 St. Joseph Street in Black Rock. The Baseball games will be played at the baseball field at the Sloan Hendrix School. Games start at 4:00pm.
The district internet and phone lines have been repaired. You may now contact us at 870-201-2577.
Early this afternoon, a company running fiber optic cable in the area accidentally hit the lines that provide internet to our district. Our phones and internet will be down until lines can be repaired.
If you need to contact the preschool or elementary, call 870-799-9250.
If you need to contact the high school, call 870-307-5504.
An additional message will be sent out when lines are repaired.
ALL 11th grade students will be taking the ACT tomorrow. Students must be in the Senior Pod by 7:50am and bring their calculator.
Reminder: ALL 11th grade students will be taking the ACT on Tuesday, March 29th. Students must be in the Senior Pod by 7:50am and bring their calculator.
Due to the threat of incoming winter weather, Cedar Ridge Schools will dismiss at 1:45pm. Stay safe and warm!
ALL 11th grade students will be taking the ACT on Tuesday, March 29th. Students must be in the Senior Pod by 7:50am and bring their calculator.
Buddy pictures taking place during spring pictures are $3 per child in the picture.
High school and preschool: Tuesday, March 8th
Elementary: Wednesday, March 9th
Parents: It is time to register your child for summer baseball/softball/t-ball! Registration forms were sent home with students in grades K-5. Forms are available in the high school office for students in grades 6-10. Registration deadline is March 11, 2022. If you have questions contact Coach Kevin Arms at 870-799-9116.
Cedar Ridge:: The Sr. Girls basketball team will play Saturday Feb. 26, @7:00pm in the Region Tournament at White County Central. Tickets must be purchased online and shown at the gate. Ages 5 and up require tickets. Only AAA Passes will be accepted. Previously purchased tickets will be honored. Ticket Link: https://gofan.co/app/school/AR18698 or Use the GoFan app on your smart phone.