Crosby Scholars of Iredell Co. Blog
Tips for a successful school year!
This school year will be like no other. Although COVID-19 has changed the school year for many students and teachers, we understand the transition to digital learning maybe difficult. We… Read more »
Choose the Program, not the College
The college search and application process can be a difficult one to start without knowing what your first steps should be. Parents and high school seniors tend to feel overwhelmed… Read more »
Meet your new Middle School Coordinator!
Hi guys! My name is Ashley Scott, I’m your new Middle School Coordinator. I’m excited to join Crosby Scholars and I can’t wait to meet everyone. What attracted me to… Read more »
Covid or College: Do I Have to Choose?
So many things in our world have changed in the last 3 months and it IS extremely overwhelming. Last year my conversations with students and parents were centered around what… Read more »
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 »
Why 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 »
Make 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 »
Consider 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 »
Why 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 »