FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: Plan for Summer NOW!
2025-12-18 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
It may be cold now, but it’s not too soon to plan for the summer season. Summer is a great time to gain experience, work on yourself, start a passion project – the options are endless. But nothing happens without a plan…
Join us Dec. 18 for our monthly student-parent webinar. Sign up in CrosbyConnect and you’ll be sent the Zoom link to join!

FREE JR./SR. WEBINAR: Campus Living: What's Life Like Outside of Class?
2026-01-08 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
You’re going off to school and living on campus. You know about attending classes and dorm life. But what do you do….the rest of the time?
Near Peer Senior Advisor W.H. Hayes answers that question, discussing clubs and other *positive* ways to spend your time on campus.

STUDENT/PARENT WEBINAR: I've applied for college. Now what???
2026-01-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
You worked hard to get to this point. Now that you’ve applied, well, what comes next? Learn about acceptance letters, what that means for financial aid, and what your next steps should be. Sign up with this Google form and you’ll be sent a link to join!

JR./SR. VIRTUAL WEBINAR: Improve Your Interview Skills
2026-01-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Interviews are a key part of reviewing candidates for jobs, internships, scholarships and college admissions. Join us to learn how to prepare for interviews. We will cover information about in-person, committee, virtual and phone interviews.
Register in CrosbyConnect to receive a link and join us Tuesday, Jan. 20, at 7pm.

9th & 10th GRADE VIRTUAL WEBINAR: Vision 2026 - Dream It, Plan It, Do it!
2026-01-21 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Start the year off right! Join us for a fun, interactive session where you’ll learn how to set goals that actually work for YOU. We’ll talk about how to turn your big dreams into real steps you can take now, share tips to stay motivated (even when things get tough), and help you create a realistic plan to crush your goals in high school and beyond.
Register in CrosbyConnect!

9th & 10th GRADE VIRTUAL WEBINAR: Reality Check - What Will Your Future Cost?
2026-01-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Do you know what life really costs?
Most teens don’t and that’s okay! This session is your chance to explore what things like college, housing, cars, and food actually cost in the real world. We’ll talk about how the choices you make now, like building good habits, planning ahead, and setting realistic goals, can help you feel confident and prepared for life after high school. Think of it as a roadmap to independence and opportunity, so you can create the future you want to thrive and not just survive.
Register in CrosbyConnect!

IN-PERSON Student Academy: 6 - 10th grades!
2026-01-31 13:00 - 16:00 | Mitchell Community College Mooresville Campus, 219 North Academy Street, Mooresville, NC, 28117, United States
Join us on January 31st at Mitchell Community College campus in Mooresville for an in-person academy! T This event will include programming for 6-10th graders. Students will complete a community service project along with their academy.
Register in CrosbyConnect.

MIDDLE SCHOOL WEBINAR: Resilience
2026-02-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join Crosby’s Outreach Specialist Brianna on Thursday, February 12th at 7pm for a virtual academy focused on “Resiliency”! Students will explore what it means to be resilient, why it’s important for future success, and strategies for building resilience when things get difficult. This event will be on Zoom.
Sign up in CrosbyConnect to get the Zoom link.

STUDENT/PARENT WEBINAR: Financial Aid Award Letters Reviewed
2026-02-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Jr./Sr. Program Manager Jenniffer Jamison will walk parents and students through Financial Aid Award letters. She’ll detail each of the options presented and the implications of the choices available.
Sign up using this Google Form to receive a zoom link.

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9TH & 10TH GRADE VIRTUAL ACADEMY: Your First Resume (Brag Sheet)
2026-02-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Never written a resume before? No problem! Join us for a beginner-friendly workshop where you’ll learn how to create your brag sheet and first resume from scratch. We’ll walk you through what to include, how to highlight your strengths, and how to spot any gaps you might want to fill. Plus, you’ll start building a “brag sheet”, a master list of your accomplishments, activities, and skills that you can share with teachers, counselors, or anyone writing recommendation letters for you. This is your starting point to showcase who you are and what you’ve achieved!
Register in CrosbyConnect: https://portal.crosbyscholars.org/student-portal/

9TH & 10TH GRADE VIRTUAL ACADEMY: Own Your Story: Personal Branding
2026-02-24 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
What do you want colleges, future employers, and the world to know about you? Join us to discover how to create your personal brand and craft a mission statement that reflects who you are and what you stand for. We’ll explore why personal branding matters for your future, from writing powerful college essays and personal reflections to building a positive digital footprint that opens doors instead of closing them. Learn real tips on how to tell your story with confidence and authenticity, both online and in real life. Your brand starts with YOU!
Register in CrosbyConnect: https://portal.crosbyscholars.org/student-portal/

IN-PERSON Student Academy: 6 - 12th grades!
2026-02-28 09:00 - 12:00 | Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus, 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
Join us on February 28th at Mitchell Community College in Statesville for an in-person academy! This event will include academy sessions for all grade levels (6th-12th). Additionally, 6th-10th graders will complete a community service project along with their academy.
Register in CrosbyConnect.

STUDENT/PARENT WEBINAR: Creating a College List
2026-03-19 19:00 - 20:00 | NC
Where should you apply? What’s the best culture fit? Which college is best for your budget? We can help! Join Jenniffer Jamison for our monthly Student/Parent Webinar to learn more about what to consider when creating a college list.
Sign up using this Google Form to receive a zoom link.

Virtual Academy - Launch Your Future: Real-World Paths to Success -- Parent Webinar
2026-03-24 19:00 - 20:00 | NC
In this practical webinar, Launch Your Future: Real-World Paths to Success, we will explore multiple pathways that help students move confidently from school into meaningful careers. Participants will learn about in-demand career pathways and explore options such as Career and Technical Education, community college, apprenticeships, internships, and entrepreneurship. We will discuss how these experiences build real-world skills, professional connections, and long-term opportunity. Whether you are a student or a parent, this webinar offers guidance, real options, and a clear roadmap to launch the future with confidence.
Open to Parents – 3/24 7pm

IN-PERSON Student Academy: 6 – 10th grades!
2026-03-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Mitchell Community College Mooresville Campus, 219 North Academy Street, Mooresville, NC, 28117, United States
Join us on March 28 at Mitchell Community College campus in Mooresville for an in-person academy! This event will include programming for 6-10th graders. Students will complete a community service project along with their academy.

NOTE: This academy session was originally planned for Jan. 31. Due to snow, the event was postponed until this date.
Register in CrosbyConnect: https://portal.crosbyscholars.org/student-portal/

IN-PERSON: Junior Academy - College 101: Jumpstart Your College Application
2026-03-28 13:00 - 16:00 | Mitchell Community College Mooresville Campus, 219 North Academy Street, Mooresville, NC, 28117, United States
Juniors – Join us for an In-Person workshop to help jump start your college application process. We will cover the following topics:

How to Research Colleges
How to Create a List based on FIT
Review types of applications
Review parts of the applications o Application o Essays o Resume
How to Find Money for College

After attending this session you will have a good start on your application and understand what schools you should apply to for maximum fit.
Register in CrosbyConnect!

Middle School College Fair (Teacher Workday for I-SS and MGSD)
2026-04-06 10:00 - 13:00 | Unity Center, 1145 Salisbury Road, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
School’s out, so join us to learn about college fairs, popular NC and SC college destinations, and free pizza!
Monday, April 6th, we’re hosting our very first Middle School College Fair!
This will be a fun and interactive event for students to explore opportunities and experience what it’s like to attend a college fair. Students will learn what a college fair is, what it’s like to attend, and how to make the most of their future college fair experiences!
Check out materials from a variety of colleges and universities, including popular destinations for our Crosby Scholars students, like NC State, App State, Chapel Hill, South Carolina, and more!
Plus, this event will include a free pizza lunch, and all students will leave with a goodie bag of college swag and materials!
Register in CrosbyConnect!

9th and 10th GRADE VIRTUAL ACADEMY: Legal Career Exploration
2026-04-09 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join us to explore careers in the field of law!
Meet Our Guest Speaker: LaToya Simone Williams, Esq., LL.M.

Criminal defense attorney with experience in real courtroom cases
Former public defender who helped people who could not afford an attorney
Current senior attorney and college professor
Leader in her community and successful business owner
First African American woman to earn an LL.M. in Federal Criminal Law from Mercer University
Fun Fact: She worked on a high‑profile criminal case in Atlanta involving a famous rapper

Learn about her personal career journey as she explains how criminal law works, and hear about real-world cases she has been part of.
LaToya Williams – Faculty – NCDC – National Criminal Defense College
LaToya Williams Esq., LL.M. | LinkedIn
*Register in Crosby Connect

9th and 10th GRADE VIRTUAL ACADEMY: Leadership In College & Resilience
2026-04-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Meet Our Guest Speaker: Nicole Tran

Senior at Appalachian State University, Honors College student and Impact Scholar
Majoring in Political Science with a minor in Leadership Studies
2025–2026 Student Body President and leader within the Student Government Association
Appalachian Student Ambassador, representing and advocating for students
Global advocate who worked on legislation in Vietnam and attended the UN Climate Change Conference (COP29)
Future graduate student planning to pursue a Master’s in International Relations
Learn about her journey as a student leader, what it takes to advocate for others, and how to overcome challenges while balancing academics, leadership, and personal growth.

Nicole Tran | LinkedIn
https://sustain.podcasts.appstate.edu/e/023-app-state-at-cop29/
*Register in Crosby Connect

FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: College and Career Exploration
2026-05-21 19:00 - 20:00 | NC
This webinar is open to all students and parents
Review how to explore careers and what Crosby Scholars has to offer, including Try It Tuesdays, YouScience, and more!
Sign up on this Google Form to receive a zoom link.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY: Essay Writing (Pt. 1)
2026-06-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Students will learn to brainstorm topics to create a GREAT essay – for college admissions, scholarships, or the classroom. This is session one of two. The second essay-writing Workshop Wednesday takes place July 29, when the discussion will focus on polishing your essay so that it’s ready to submit.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY: SAT Test Prep
2026-06-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
In this strategy focused session, students review key SAT concepts, learn time saving techniques, and practice test-taking skills. This helps build confidence, improve performance, and reduce stress leading into test day. These sessions are conducted by Quest College Prep & Tutoring, an organization that provides paid standardized test preparation. Crosby Scholars covers the session fees, however, offering this service at no charge for our students.

FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: Learn Durable Skills for Success
2026-06-18 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Learn the top 10 skills students should develop for success in college and careers. This is a great time to for parents to understand how to help students identify their strengths and encourage them to develop durable skills.
Sign up on this Google Form to receive a zoom link.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY: Financial Aid and Scholarships
2026-07-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
This year, Workshop Wednesdays will introduce a Financial Aid and Scholarship session—the most requested topic from both parents and students. This session is designed to guide students through the basics of FAFSA, the different types of financial aid, scholarship search strategies, and tips for submitting strong, competitive applications.

FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: The Value of Community Service
2026-07-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Middle School Program Manager Zoe Harding will lead a webinar on the importance of serving in the community. How do you find service opportunities? How do you make the most of opportunities? How do you use service hours to build your resume and explore interests and talents?
Sign up on this Google Form to receive a zoom link.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY: Resume and Job Search
2026-07-22 09:00 - 12:00 | NC
Another new session this year will focus on Resume and Job Search Skills, which will serve two groups:

Those planning to enter the workforce directly
Students who intend to work while attending college

This session will focus on resume building, how to interpret job postings, understanding required skills and credentials, and recognizing how education, certifications, and degrees connect to long‑term career pathways.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY: Essay Writing Pt. 2
2026-07-29 10:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Students receive feedback on their draft essays, with particular attention to structure, clarity, voice, and impact. This session helps students build upon lessons from the brainstorming session, to refine their work into polished, admissions ready essays that communicate authenticity and purpose.

CROSBY LAUNCH: For Rising 6th and 9th Graders
2026-07-31 11:00 - 14:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Incoming 6th and 9th graders, this one’s for you! Join us on July 31st for Crosby Launch, an event designed specifically for 6th and 9th graders. We will “launch” you into success as you begin your journey as a new middle or high schooler.
At this event, you will learn more about the Crosby Scholars program, explore strategies for success at your new school, complete a community service project, and finish your Crosby requirements for the 2026-2027 school year. Free lunch is included. This event is open to ANY 6th or 9th grader who is interested in participating in Crosby Scholars — including first-timers! No need to enroll in the Crosby Scholars program ahead of time; you can complete the Crosby enrollment form when you arrive at this event.
REGISTER BY CLICKING HERE!

FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: A guide to applying for college
2026-08-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
There are many steps to applying to college. This is a great session for parents of 11th and 12th graders to gain an understanding o the process and the timeline for applying to college. We will discuss types of applications, key terms and timelines. We will also review the resources Crosby Scholars has available to help students and parents through the process.
Sign up on this Google Form to receive a zoom link.

Crosby Scholars VIRTUAL Test Prep Club
2026-09-08 19:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
This club will meet virtually on the 2nd Tuesday of each month and is open to all high school students. Quest College Prep and Tutoring will be facilitating these events. This is FREE and intended to help students understand SAT/ACT. Not only will we cover a new topic each month, we will have time for students to share what has worked for them. Sign up for the sessions you want to attend. Participants will receive academy credit for participating.
Dates and Topics:
September 8, 7pm – ACT vs SAT – What’s the Difference and Why does it matter.

October 13, 7pm – ACT/SAT prep: self-study vs. guided tutoring & How and When to start Test Prep

November 10, 7pm – Going test-optional vs submitting standardized Test Scores

January 12, 7pm – ACT focused – Understanding the test & Tips for success

February 9, 7pm – The impact of AI on testing and test prep

March 9, 7pm – Leveraging Test Scores to earn Merit Money

REGISTER HERE! (You’ll be redirected to a Google Form.)
