Career Choices ZOOM (Virtual Middle School Academy)
2024-01-17 18:00 - 19:00, 2024-03-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Middle Schoolers: Join Zoe in this interactive Zoom/Virtual Academy to explore career paths and learn about careers you may not even know exist. If you get tired of hearing the question, “What do you want to be when you grow up?” because you don’t know the answer, this is the academy for you!

Platform: Zoom (Meeting link will be sent out directly to registered participants)
How to sign up: Register directly in your Crosby Portal

Please come prepared to participate and have your cameras on. Thank you!
For any questions or concerns, please contact Zoe Harding at zharding@crosbyscholarsiredell.org.

In-Person Academies
2024-01-27 09:00 - 12:00 | NC
In-person academies grades 6-12. Register in the Student Portal!

ACT Test Prep - Juniors Class of 2025
2024-01-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Mitchell Community College Mooresville Campus, 219 North Academy Street, Mooresville, NC, 28117, United States
Every Junior will take the ACT at school in the Spring – Be prepared for that test. Join us for 3 hour workshop to prepare to get your best score. This counts as 2 academies. Sign up on the student portal.

Virtual Middle School Academy: Trivia Time!
2024-02-09 13:00 - 14:00 | NC
Middle Schoolers: There is no school for Iredell-Statesville students on February 9th, so join us for an hour in the afternoon to play a fun trivia game and earn your academy credit! We will talk about what it takes to be a successful student, along with some basic college trivia. This will be an exciting mix of learning, competition, and talking to other scholars!

Platform: Zoom (Meeting link will be sent out directly to registered participants)
How to sign up: Register directly in your Crosby Portal

Please come prepared to participate and have your cameras on. Thank you!
For any questions or concerns, please contact Zoe Harding at zharding@crosbyscholarsiredell.org.

Virtual Middle School Academy: Digital Citizenship
2024-02-13 18:30 - 19:30 | NC
Middle Schoolers: We live in a world that relies on technology now more than ever. Join Zoe in this interactive Zoom/Virtual Academy to discuss digital citizenship and the role we each play in creating our digital landscape. This generation of scholars are “digital natives”, meaning that they have been surrounded by the influence of technology and the internet from the moment they were born. This comes with unique strengths and opportunities, which we will explore. We will also talk about social media, online safety, responsibility, and the impact that our online behavior can have on our real lives.

Platform: Zoom (Meeting link will be sent out directly to registered participants)
How to sign up: Register directly in your Crosby Portal

Please come prepared to participate and have your cameras on. Thank you!
For any questions or concerns, please contact Zoe Harding at zharding@crosbyscholarsiredell.org.

Free Parent Webinar
2024-02-15 19:00 - 20:00, 2024-05-16 19:00 - 20:00 | NC
Sign up on this Google Form to receive a zoom link. https://forms.gle/MKiHThNMPa68q1k87

In-Person Academies
2024-02-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus, 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
In-person academies grades 6-12.

ACT TEST PREP - InPerson - Mitchell Community College Statesville
2024-02-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus, 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States

Virtual Middle School Academy: Trivia Time!
2024-03-05 13:00 - 14:00 | NC
Middle Schoolers: Many of our scholars do not have school on March 5th, so join us for an hour in the afternoon to play a fun trivia game and earn your academy credit! We will talk about what it takes to be a successful student, along with some basic college trivia. This will be an exciting mix of learning, competition, and talking to other scholars!

Platform: Zoom (Meeting link will be sent out directly to registered participants)
How to sign up: Register directly in your Crosby Portal

Please come prepared to participate and have your cameras on. Thank you!
For any questions or concerns, please contact Zoe Harding at zharding@crosbyscholarsiredell.org.

Try It Tuesday - Computer Science and Graphic Design
2024-06-11 09:00 - 13:00 | Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus, 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
Graphic Design/Computer Coding, Networking/UI/UX – Join us at Mitchell in Statesville to learn about how technology can be used not only in computer science careers but artistic careers as well.
Register directly in your Crosby Portal!
Try It Tuesdays give you a chance to explore the various career paths available to you after high school.

Try It Tuesday - Counseling/Social Work/Human Services
2024-06-18 09:00 - 13:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Hear from a panel of professionals including licensed counselors (therapists), social workers, psychologists, and others. Find out what it’s like to work in these careers and what kind of training is necessary.
Register directly in your Crosby Portal!
Try It Tuesdays give you a chance to explore the various career paths available to you after high school.

Try It Tuesday - Healthcare Careers
2024-06-25 09:00 - 12:30 | MCC Health Sciences Building on Cherry Street, 706 Cherry Street, Statesville, 28677, United States
Ever wondered about the career paths in Healthcare? JOIN this Try It Tuesday to explore your options and get advice about this field of work! You will go on a tour of the Health Sciences Building as well as hear from a Physician and Human Resources at Piedmont HealthCare.
Register directly in your Crosby Portal!
Try It Tuesdays give you a chance to explore the various career paths available to you after high school.

Workshop Wednesday - College Essays (Brainstorming)
2024-06-26 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Join us to brainstorm and get started on your college admissions essays!
Register directly in your Crosby Portal!

Try It Tuesday - Explore the Legal System (Law Enforcement, County Jail, and Public Defender's Office)
2024-07-09 10:30 - 14:30 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Ever wonder what it takes to be an attorney? A judge? Considering a career in the criminal justice field? If so, this Try-it-Tuesday is for you!
We’ll start the day with brunch/lunch, and then take a tour of the Iredell County Hall of Justice/Courthouse from noon to 1pm. We will hear from an attorney (Iredell County Public Defender’s Office), a judge, and there will be an opportunity to ask questions about careers in law. From there we walk over to the Iredell County Jail and Detention Center for a tour and questions about the criminal law process, along with information about jobs in other areas of the criminal justice system.
Register directly in your Crosby Portal!

Workshop Wednesday - Test Prep Academy
2024-07-10 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Join us for an ACADEMY to get ready for both the SAT and ACT. You will ease some of your anxiety and know how to prepare for upcoming tests. Review English, Math, try sample questions and get tips to get your best score.
Want to attend? Register by emailing Rachael Reynolds at rreynolds@crosbyscholarsiredell.org

Try It Tuesday - Business with Cintas
2024-07-16 09:00 - 13:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Ever wondered about the career paths in Business? JOIN this Try It Tuesday to explore your options and get advice about this field of work!
Register directly in your Crosby Portal!
Try It Tuesdays give you a chance to explore the various career paths available to you after high school.

Try It Tuesday - Careers in Education
2024-07-23 09:00 - 13:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Experience a taste of what it’s like to be a teacher and learn about some of the traditional and non-traditional routes to becoming a teacher. Find out what it’s like to work in these careers and what kind of training is necessary.
Register directly in your Crosby Portal!
Try It Tuesdays give you a chance to explore the various career paths available to you after high school.

Workshop Wednesday - College Essays Final Draft
2024-07-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Join us to polish your college admissions essay final draft and prepare for application submission.
Want to attend? Register by emailing Rachael Reynolds at rreynolds@crosbyscholarsiredell.org

Workshop Wednesday - DATE CHANGE TO FRIDAY, AUG. 2
2024-07-31 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Please click Aug. 2 on the calendar for more details on this event!

Free Parent Webinar - The Common App
2024-08-15 19:00 - 20:00 | NC
Our next FREE monthly parent webinar, August 15 at 7pm, will take a deep dive into the Common App, simplifying the college application process, and providing crucial resources and support.
Fill out this short form to receive the Zoom link for this month’s presentation: https://forms.gle/MouR7WZ5WepKVFYC6

Creating College List - Jr Academy
2024-10-04 13:00 - 14:00 | NC
Learn how to create your list of colleges and universities. We will share resources about how to research the schools that will be the best fit for your student.
10/4/24
1pm
Zoom Link will be shared with all students who sign up on Crosby Connect.

Jr/Sr Academy - Scholarships - Where to find them and how to get them?
2024-10-15 13:00 - 14:00 | NC
Join this virtual event to learn about scholarships. Sign up on CrosbyConnect to get the zoom link for this session.

Jr/Sr Academy: Unlocking Your Story - Crafting the College Application Essay!
2024-10-23 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Hello Juniors and Seniors!
Are you prepared to create a standout college application essay that highlights your unique qualities and passions? Join us for our upcoming Zoom academy, where you’ll find inspiration for topics, receive tips and tricks to kickstart your writing, and discover how to find your voice within your essays.
Platform: Zoom (Meeting link will be provided upon registration)
How to sign up: Register directly in your Crosby Portal
Be ready for brainstorming and getting your questions answered, we can’t wait to see you there!
For any questions or concerns, please contact Mariah Roseboro at mroseboro@crosbyscholarsiredell.org.

Jr Academy College 101 / Creating the Perfect College Admissions List
2024-10-29 19:00 - 20:00 | NC
Let’s talk all things college applications. Which websites to use, how can you determine your probability of getting into college, what tests should you take, and more. Virtual Session. Register on CrosbyConnect

Jr Academy College 101 / Creating the Perfect College Admissions List
2024-11-04 20:00 - 21:00 | NC
Let’s talk all things college applications. Which websites to use, how can you determine your probability of getting into college, what tests should you take, and more. Virtual Session. Register on CrosbyConnect.

Jr/Sr Virtual Academy: Career Building Essentials
2024-11-07 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Hello Juniors and Seniors!
Take the first step toward career success! This virtual workshop will cover resume building, writing a strong cover letter, and interview basics—essential skills for landing part-time jobs, internships, or simply getting career-ready. Join us to start building a professional profile that stands out!
Platform: Zoom (Meeting link will be provided upon registration)
How to sign up: Register directly in CrosbyConnect
For any questions or concerns, please contact Mariah Roseboro at mroseboro@crosbyscholarsiredell.org.

ACT Test Prep Virtual Session 1 & 2 with Enhanced Prep
2024-11-12 19:00 - 20:30 | NC
The team with Enhanced Prep will lead a mini ACT bootcamp in two 90-minute sessions. The first session on November 12th will cover the English & Reading sections and will incorporate strategies to help increase your score. The second session on November 19th will cover strategies for the Math & Science sections of the test as well as key content areas. If you register and attend both sessions Enhanced Prep will also give you access to their ACT self paced course to help you continue your preparation for the official ACT test.

Tutors video bios –
Olga Shkolnikov – Olga Shkolnikov Bio
Paul Carey Jr. Ph.D. – Paul Carey Jr Bio

UNC Wilmington Information Zoom
2024-11-14 19:00 - 20:00 | NC
Learn about UNC Wilmington, their campus and programs, during this virtual program. There’s no need to download any programs. You can join with a link from your regular browser. Register through the CrosbyConnect portal: https://portal.crosbyscholars.org/student-portal/
UNCW is a large public institution with a private feel – and the view’s pretty great, too. The learning, the service, the research, the camaraderie, the campus…come be a part of it all!
Here at the state’s coastal university, you’ll enjoy a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry, critical thinking and thoughtful expression in a beautiful campus setting.
Located just minutes from the beach, Wilmington, North Carolina has a vibrant culture that celebrates the arts, film and music, and a host of campus/community connections to ensure you find where you belong both on and off campus.
