Crosby Blog
Community Service
One of our requirements for the program is for students to complete two hours of community service. Whenever I meet with middle school students I ask them what they think… Read more »
Read MoreWhy You Need Extracurricular Activities
During this early part of summer, I am meeting individually with some students from the class of 2021. I am their Senior Advisor. The purpose of our meetings is to… Read more »
Read MoreMake Your Summers Count
Back in high school, my summers consisted of socializing with friends, sleeping in every day, and laying poolside. Although I look back on those times with fond memories, I regret… Read more »
Read MoreConsider a HBCU
Attending a Historically Black College and University, HBCU, was the best choice for me and I recommend HBCUs to all students. Out of the 111 colleges and universities in North… Read more »
Read MoreWhy being the exception should not be your rule.
Why being the exception should not be your rule. Ever seen a sign at someone’s desk that reads, “Poor Planning on your part does not constitute an emergency on my part.”? … Read more »
Read MoreRigorous Coursework: How much is enough?
(As I sit down to write this blog, I have a headache! The more I study, read, attend webinars, and watch videos about college admissions, the more complicated it seems!… Read more »
Read MoreThe secret to self-care
It sounds cliché, but when you have a healthy mind and a healthy body, you will have a healthy life. Some of us are good at maintaining a healthy body,… Read more »
Read MoreTest taking
Ahhh, test taking. The thought of taking a test gives most people anxiety. I am one of these people. In grade school, I would miss questions that I knew the… Read more »
Read MoreHave a Little FUN!
GO HAVE FUN! In the middle of a pandemic, ARE YOU KIDDING ME? By Jenniffer Jamison Nope, I am totally serious. The stress of homeschooling, technology learning curve, lack of… Read more »
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