Served as president of the American Vocational Association and the Georgia Vocational Association
First editor of the Journal of Home Economics
Established governing bodies of three professional groups: the American Vocational Association (now the Association for Career and Technical Education), the Home Economics Educators’ Association and AHEA
Recipient of the Distinguished Service Award from the American Association of Family and Consumer Sciences
Her textbook, “Student Evaluation in Home Economics,” became the standard bearer for many home economics teachers across the country
Known for her scholarship, passion for home economics, high spirits and thoughtful care of her students, Cross shaped her profession and touched the lives of thousands of students and educators
