Attention Cedar Ridge community,
The Arkansas Department of Health recently published a guidance document for schools and children regarding COVID-19 (Novel Coronavirus disease). We wanted to share this information with you - http://adecm.arkansas.gov/Attachments/Educ_LetterCovid19-2.28.20final_082832.pdf
At this time, Cedar Ridge School District is not at risk. However, we continue to take precautions to prevent the spread of the Coronavirus, and other viruses including the flu and the common cold.
Student wellness is a top priority, and our custodial staff works hard daily to provide students and staff with a clean and healthy learning environment. We truly appreciate your help keeping our students healthy.
Thank you,
Dr. Andy Ashley
Superintendent
Softball Reminder - Today's softball games against Highland will be played at Ash Flat City Park.
Happy #StaffFeatureFriday!
Today, we are spotlighting Mrs. Lori Goings. In 1991 she began as a High School Math Tutor, then worked as a secretary for the Special Education LEA and Early Childhood Director. Her love for early childhood began and she later became the Early Childhood Director, where she has been for the last 13 years. She attends at least 30 hours of early childhood professional development training each year to better direct and care for early childhood children, faculty and staff.
Lori was raised as a farmer's daughter. Having loving parents was a big part of defining her outlook on life as well as her love for God, country living, and what makes the little things in life so important. She is blessed with her husband Marty of 42 years and two sons, Shane and Joe. She has one daughter in law, Felicia, and four grandchildren, Joseph, Jacob, Bethany, and Eden. Lori enjoys planting flowers, the ocean, and being with her grandchildren, family and friends.
"I am blessed to be the Cedar Ridge Early Childhood Director where children are the first priority for a safe, learning and healthy environment. I love being a Timberwolf and love being a part of a great Early Childhood team. "
Cedar Ridge is so lucky to have someone like you, Mrs. Lori!
Tomorrow for Dr. Seuss Spirit Week, Cedar Ridge Elementary will be learning about Theodor Seuss Geisel. "The books of Dr. Seuss have characters galore. Dress up as one today, the one that you adore!" Tomorrow is Character Dress Up Day.
Mark your calendars!
Tomorrow for Dr. Seuss Spirit Week, Cedar Ridge Elementary will be reading Dr. Seuss's Daisy Head-Mayzie. "Colorful, spikey or curly cues, show up at school with some brand new hairdos!" Tomorrow is Crazy Hairdo Day!
Tomorrow for Dr. Seuss Spirit Week, Cedar Ridge Elementary will be reading Dr. Seuss's If I Ran the Zoo. "Zebra, cheetah, leopard if you dare, which kind of animal print or camouflage will you wear?" Dress up in animal print or camouflage!
The Cat in the Hat made a visit to Cedar Ridge Early Childhood yesterday for Dr. Seuss Spirit Week!
Tomorrow for Dr. Seuss Spirit Week, Cedar Ridge Elementary will be reading Dr. Seuss's Sleep Book. "Instead of a sleepover, a nap, or bed, come to school in your pajamas," the Principal said. See you tomorrow for PJ Day!
The School Choice deadline for the 20-21 school year is May 1, 2020. Applications can be found on our website at https://www.cedarwolves.org/o/cedar-ridge/page/freedom-of-choice or at each building office.
Happy #StaffFeatureFriday!
This Friday, we are spotlighting Mrs. Prisscilla Callahan. Mrs. Callahan has been teaching at Cedar Ridge since 2012. She teaches 6th grade Keyboarding and 10th-12th grade businesses classes, and is also the Yearbook Advisor and Co-Sponsor of FBLA.
She has been married to her high school sweetheart for 23 years and they have one daughter, Clancy, who is a Junior at Cedar Ridge. They love to watch sports as a family, so you can usually find them in the stands after school cheering on the Timberwolves! They also enjoy traveling, with their favorite vacation destination being Disney World. Prisscilla's hobbies include photography, bass fishing, watching movies, and shopping.
"The most rewarding part of teaching for me is when former students come up to me at ballgames or in public and say 'thank you' for teaching me how to pay my bills or create a resume or fill out a job application or prepare for an interview. That always reminds me of why I am still teaching."
Cedar Ridge is so proud to have someone like you, Mrs. Callahan!
UACCB hosted Arkansas Story Porch, a folktale play, today for 2nd - 5th grade students to enjoy. Many students have read folktales from around the world this week in preparation for today's play. Thank you for having us, UACCB!
ATTENTION: 11th Graders will be taking the State Administered ACT Test TOMORROW.
Students need to be here by 7:50am so the test can start promptly at 8:00am.
Students, the test will last over 4 hours so make sure you eat beforehand. There will be no electronic devices allowed during the test.
Sophomore Dylan Blevins finished 5th in the in the 1a-4a 182 lb division at the state wrestling meet. Great job Dylan!
ATTENTION: 11th Graders will be taking the State Administered ACT Test on Tuesday, February 25th.
Students need to be here by 7:50am so the test can start promptly at 8:00am.
Students, the test will last over 4 hours so make sure you eat beforehand. There will be no electronic devices allowed during the test.
Happy #StaffFeatureFriday!
This week, we are spotlighting Mrs. Debra Treadway. Mrs. Debra is a 1971 graduate of Newark High School - says she'll "always be a Kangaroo at heart." She started at Cedar Ridge in March of 2012, and currently works as the District Bookkeeper. She has lived here all her life, coming from a farm family in the area. Her dad was on the school board when some of the school buildings were built! Mrs. Debra has 2 sons and 3 grandchildren.
"I like spending time with my family, especially my youngest grandson. I like hunting and fishing, watching basketball, gardening, being outdoors, and raising flowers and a big garden for canning and freezing. I also love reading books, watching old movies, and investigating new places with my husband.
I love my job here at Cedar Ridge and the people that I work with. I think we have a wonderful school with many opportunities for our students. I believe we have some of the best educators and administrators in the area who really care about our students and each other."
Cedar Ridge is so proud to have someone like Mrs. Debra!
ATTENTION: 11th Graders will be taking the State Administered ACT Test on Tuesday, February 25th.
Students need to be here by 7:50am so the test can start promptly at 8:00am.
Students, the test will last over 4 hours so make sure you eat beforehand. There will be no electronic devices allowed during the test.
Happy Friday!
Today's #StaffFeatureFriday spotlight is Mrs. Abbi Limbaugh! Abbi graduated from Arkansas State University in 2014 with her Masters in Curriculum and Instruction, and started teaching at Cord Charlotte in 2014. She moved to the Newark campus in 2018, and is currently on her 6th year teaching at Cedar Ridge. Abbi is a 4th Grade Math Teacher but has taught 2nd, 3rd, 5th, and 6th grade math as well.
"I grew up in Tuckerman, and moved to Cedar Ridge my 10th grade year where I met my husband, Hunter - we will celebrate 7 years in August! We have 2 kids, Graham and Greyson. We enjoy playing at the creek, fishing, and baseball. I love coffee and running. My hobbies are watching my kids play sports, working in my yard and of course teaching math. I love being a Timberwolf!"
Cedar Ridge is so proud to have someone like you, Mrs. Limbaugh!
ATTENTION: 11th Graders will be taking the State Administered ACT Test on Tuesday, February 25th.
Students need to be here by 7:50am so the test can start promptly at 8:00am.
Students, the test will last over 4 hours so make sure you eat beforehand. There will be no electronic devices allowed during the test.
Don't forget -- There will be no school on February 14th and 17th!
