Umpire would like to give a big shout out to some hardworking staff members. March 31st was National School Librarian day, and we are so thankful for Mrs. Karla Bray and all the works she puts into this school and our students. April 1st was National Paraprofessional Appreciation Day, and our school couldn't run without the help of Mrs. Sherri McCarley, Mrs. Jennifer Jester, and Mr. Royce Pate. They all go above and beyond for our students.
about 7 hours ago, Vanessa Parsons
Mark your calendars; it's BINGO NIGHT! April 18, 2026 at the Umpire Fire Department The Willows is hosting a Bingo Night to support the Umpire Beta Clubs! Our Beta Clubs are made up of honorable, hardworking, high achieving students. These students have qualified to compete at the National Convention in June, and they need your help getting there! Bingo is priced at 20 games for $25. Prizes will be won every round, and the final round will be a blackout game for a larger prize. Dinner will be available by donation on the night of the event.
1 day ago, Vanessa Parsons
A big congratulations to Bayla Rodriguez for an outstanding accomplishment! She is the first 3rd grade student at CRES this school year to earn a spot in the 100 Point Club for AR Reading! 📚💯
Your dedication and love for reading are truly inspiring...keep up the amazing work, Bayla!
1 day ago, CRSD
Support our Special Olympics team and help make a difference!
We’re selling Special Olympics t-shirts to raise funds for our amazing athletes—every purchase helps provide opportunities, equipment, and unforgettable experiences for our team.
We are proud to recognize our CRES 3rd Nine Weeks Honor Roll students! 🎉📚
Your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence have truly paid off. Each of you has set a great example through your effort and determination, and we could not be more proud!
Keep striving, keep learning, and keep shining!🌟
6 days ago, CRSD
Yesterday was Librarian Appreciation Day, and we want to take a moment to recognize our very own, Gina Hunter! Mrs. Hunter wears many hats and steps in wherever she is needed. Her impact reaches far beyond the library walls, and we are so blessed to have her as part of the CRES family. Thank you, Mrs. Hunter, for all you do! You are appreciated more than you know! 📚❤️
6 days ago, CRSD
**Attention CRES**
8 days ago, CRSD
Several 3rd–6th grade GT students participated in the DMESC STEM Challenge on Wednesday, 4/1/26, bringing home medals in multiple divisions. Students were challenged to design, engineer, and create multiple projects while also documenting their data, tests, and findings in an engineering notebook. Students were evaluated on their notebooks, designs, and projects while following all rules and regulations within each division.
Hoyt Faughn: 3rd Place – Paper Airplane Challenge
Kynlie Barton: 2nd Place – 3rd/4th Sailboat Challenge
Zion Tena: 1st Place – 5th/6th Sailboat Challenge
Lori Schlomer, Samantha Herring, Cameron Baker, and ReeAnna Caudle: 1st Place – Mystery Challenge
Cameron Baker and ReeAnna Caudle: 1st Place – Blindfold Cubing Challenge
8 days ago, CRSD
We are so proud of our CRES Kindergarten Lexia Superstars for March! These students have worked hard, stayed focused, and shown amazing growth in their reading skills. Keep up the great work!
8 days ago, CRSD
Happy Paraprofessional Appreciation Day! Our paraprofessionals are the quiet heroes behind so many student successes. Your compassion, support, and willingness to step in wherever needed make our school a better place each day. We truly could not do it without you!
8 days ago, CRSD
A heartfelt thank you to Tyson Foods in Grannis for their continued support of the Rachel Norman Memorial Choir Scholarship! This March, Tyson hosted a special breakfast for employees, giving them an opportunity to come together and contribute to this meaningful cause.
We’re excited to announce that this year’s scholarship recipient will be revealed at the Spring Concert on April 30 at 7:00 PM in Holbert Auditorium in Wickes.
Pictured: Tyson representative Vanessa Denton with CRHS Choir Director Susan Brewer.
8 days ago, Cossatot River High School
The Umpire Fellowship of Christian Athletes is hosting a dress up week this week! Remember, all FCA sponsored events are completely voluntary, but this group of students would be thrilled to have any student participate. Our leadership team is working hard this semester to bring our students together for fun and fellowship.
Tuesday: Neon Day
Wednesday: Team Day
Thursday: Pajama Day
Friday: Bible Day
9 days ago, Vanessa Parsons
Mr. Magic Buffy Coleman visited the Umpire campus today to share some wisdom and motivation---and a some awesome ball handling skills! Mr. Magic played with the Harlem Wizards, and now he travels the country to speak to students about working hard to achieve their dreams! Discipline and grit got him where he is, and he did a wonderful job sharing that with our students.
9 days ago, Vanessa Parsons
Come Join Us!
It’s that time of year again! Cossatot River Elementary School is now accepting kindergarten registrations for students who will be 5 years old on or before August 1. Registration packets are available in the Cossatot River Elementary office, and you may come in to register your student for the 2026–2027 school year. Please bring a birth certificate, social security card, and immunization records at the time of registration.
Pre-K testing will be held on April 28th at the Vandervoort campus and April 29 at the Wickes campus from 8:00–12:00. Our Kindergarten Round-Up will take place on May 1.
If you know of any students entering kindergarten, please share this information. Thank you—we look forward to seeing you on testing days, April 28 and April 29, and at Kindergarten Round-Up on May 1, 2026!
17 days ago, CRSD
🏀 Post-Season Honors Announced for CRHS Basketball! 🏀
Congratulations to the players who earned recognition—well deserved after a season of hard work and commitment!
Thank you to our fans, families, and community for your continued support all season long. Go Eagles!
20 days ago, Cossatot River High School
⚾🥎 Exciting news for CRHS Baseball & Softball fans!
You won’t miss a single pitch this season—our home games will now be livestreamed! 🎥
Our CRES 6th grade students had an incredible opportunity to explore future careers during a recent visit to Mena Regional Health System!
Students toured the hospital and gained a behind-the-scenes look at the many career paths within the healthcare field. They also participated in engaging sessions with the Mena Fire Department and the Polk County Sheriff’s Office, where they learned about careers in emergency response and public service.
A special thank you goes out to everyone who volunteered their time to speak with our students and make this experience possible. Your investment in our students is truly appreciated!
Experiences like this help our students connect learning to real-world opportunities and begin thinking about their future goals. #FutureReady #CareerExploration #CRES
21 days ago, CRSD
Today in Mrs. Lawrence’s class, we brought the real world into the classroom! 💰🏡
Students participated in a real-life simulation where they had to budget, pay bills, and make financial decisions just like adults. From rent and utilities to groceries and unexpected expenses, they got a firsthand look at the importance of managing money wisely.
There were definitely some eye-opening moments (and a few “adulting is hard!” reactions 😅), but also lots of great learning and problem-solving. #RealWorldLearning #Adulting101
Thank you to the Polk County Extension Office for coming out and volunteering with this awesome program.
21 days ago, Cossatot River High School
Don’t feel like cooking tonight? 🌮✨
Come by the CRHS softball and baseball fields and grab some delicious street tacos and fried Oreos starting at 4:30 PM (03/19/2026)!
All proceeds will benefit the CRHS Class of 2026 and help cover senior trip and graduation expenses.
Good food for a great cause—hope to see you there!
