FRESHMEN AND SOPHOMORES! Virtual Crosby Academy
2025-05-20 05:00 - 18:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Still need your Crosby Academy credit? Join us for a fun career profile session, followed by a volunteer service opportunity. Attend via Zoom!
6 – 6:40pm: Career Profile Academy
6:40 – 7pm: Volunteer Activity
https://goodwillnwnc.zoom.us/j/85930309232?pwd=kFnuJC12qbg3t92aEm0v5a6b3VJExm.1
Meeting ID: 859 3030 9232
Passcode: 329745

TRY IT TUESDAY: Careers In Health Care
2025-06-10 09:00 - 12:00 | 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 medical professionals from Iredell Health System.
Click here to sign up.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY - Essay Writing Pt. 1: Brainstorming
2025-06-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Class of 2026! Join this Workshop Wednesday for tips on those dreaded college essays. Topics will include talking out your ideas, note taking, and where to go next on creating a life-changing essay for college enrollment and scholarships!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

Bonus Career Exploration: Veterinarian Medicine
2025-06-25 13:00 - 16:00
Join us at Aloha Veterinarian Services to learn about careers in veterinary care!
There are a number of career paths in the pursuit of veterinarian medicine, including:

Veterinarians: Physicians who protect the health of both animals and humans, veterinarians may have their own practice caring for companion animals, or they may work in zoos, wildlife parks, or aquariums; focus on public health and regulatory medicine; enter academia or research; or they may pursue other career paths.
Veterinary technicians: These workers assist veterinarians with surgery, laboratory procedures, radiography, anesthesiology, treatment and nursing and client education. Almost every state requires a veterinary technician to pass a credentialing exam to ensure a high level of competency.
Veterinary assistants: They support the veterinarian and/or the veterinary technician in their daily tasks. The assistant may be asked to perform kennel work, assist in the restraint and handling of animals, feed and exercise the animals, or spend time on clerical duties.

– Source: www.ExploreHealthCareers.org
This session will be held June 25. Time is tentatively set for 1 – 4pm. Please check back for further details.
Please click here to sign up.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY – Understanding the Common App
2025-07-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Class of 2026! With the Common app, you can connect to and learn about 1000+ colleges, discovering programs, researching financial aid and scholarships, plus you can apply to college – directly from the app!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

TRY IT TUESDAY: Real Estate, Architecture & Interior Design
2025-07-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Home sales and construction are a key indicator in health of an economy. Join us to learn about the many careers that touch this sector of our community. Several speakers will join us to share insights in the growth and changes to these careers.
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WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS - Test Prep
2025-07-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Class of 2026! During this Workshop Wednesday, students will get tips to ease their anxiety, prep for the big day, review test material and answer sample questions.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

MIDDLE SCHOOL - Career Trek at Rescue Ranch
2025-07-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Rescue Ranch, 1424 Turnersburg Hwy, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Ever wondered what it’s really like to have an animal-related career? Interested in learning about different volunteer opportunities connected to animals? Are you just a REALLY BIG ANIMAL LOVER??? This is the event for you! Join us for a “field experience” career trek at Rescue Ranch to learn more about animal careers in an interactive setting.
We only have 20 spots available for this event. If you sign up, please plan on attending. Contact us ASAP if you have a change of plans so we can give your spot to the next student.
SIGN UP HERE!
This is a partnership with Crosby Scholars and Rescue Ranch. We want to make sure to fill all of the spots. More information will be sent as we get closer to time of event.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY - Essay Draft Review
2025-07-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Class of 2026! This WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY will focus on getting your admissions or scholarship essay complete, polishing your final draft until it’s ready to submit!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

TRY IT TUESDAY: Careers in Public Safety & Law
2025-07-29 09:00 - 12:00
Learn about exciting careers in public safety. Fire Fighting, EMS, Law Enforcement, and more. People in these jobs and careers keep our community safe. Mitchell Community College will host this event.
Click here to sign up.

FREE PARENT WEBINAR: Tips for the New School Year
2025-08-21 19:00 - 20:00
Sign up on this Google Form to receive a zoom link.

JR./SR. ACADEMY: Resume 101
2025-09-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Join us online, via Zoom, for an academy session focused on creating an awesome resume to accompany your college application. Just register in CrosbyConnect and you’ll receive your Zoom link.
NOTE: No need to download Zoom. You can join from your browser on your mobile device or home computer.

FREE PARENT WEBINAR: Filling Out The FAFSA Form
2025-09-18 19:00 - 20:00

JR/SR ACADEMY: Career Exploration
2025-09-23 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join us online, via Zoom, for an academy session focused on exploring potential careers. Just register in CrosbyConnect and you’ll receive your Zoom link.
NOTE: No need to download Zoom. You can join from your browser on your mobile device or home computer.

IN-PERSON Student Academy: 6 - 12th grades!
2025-09-27 09:00 - 12:00 | Mitchell Community College Mooresville Campus, 219 North Academy Street, Mooresville, NC, 28117, United States
Join us on September 27th at Mitchell Community College’s Mooresville campus 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.

IN-PERSON STUDENT/PARENT ACADEMY : Admission to UNC Chapel Hill
2025-09-29 18:00 - 19:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Bryan Trypin, Assistant Director of Admissions with UNC-Chapel Hill, will speak to Crosby Scholars and their parents from Iredell County – with a special invitation for Crosby Scholars and parents from Rowan and Forsyth counties as well.
You’ll receive application and essay tips from an expert!
This is an IN-PERSON session, taking place at the Goodwill Career Center, 124 4th Crescent Pl, Statesville, NC 28625.
CLICK HERE to register!

FREE WEBINAR: Financial Aid: How to Complete the 2026-27 FAFSA
2025-10-07 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
The Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the 2026–27 school year is scheduled to open Oct. 1! Correctly filling out the FAFSA form is a key step in funding your college education! Join us for a FREE virtual webinar, Financial Aid: How to Complete the 2026-27 FAFSA, on October 7th at 6pm.
Join from PC, Mac, iPad, or Android:
https://goodwillnwnc.zoom.us/j/83790270871?pwd=BdPb4zauCibS67FQusZjw3svnQ7M7g.1
Passcode: 861700

FREE Virtual Student/Parent Webinar
2025-10-13 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
CLICK HERE to sign up for this FREE virtual webinar. You’ll be sent a link to join online.

FREE Student Parent Webinar: The Benefits of NCSSM
2025-10-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Discover the benefits of the N.C. School of Science and Math, one of the most unique educational institutions in the state! Visit this Google form to sign up. You’ll receive a link to join this webinar Oct. 16!

Student-Parent Webinar: College Admission Tips from Elon University
2025-10-22 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Get tips to best position yourself for admission to college. We’ll be joined by an expert on the subject, Fredrick Evans, Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions with Elon University.

IN-PERSON STUDENT ACADEMY: Test Prep for the SAT
2025-10-25 09:00 - 12:00 | Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus, 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
Don’t miss this opportunity to prepare for the SAT! A free Test Prep Session for 10th & 11th Graders takes place this weekend at Mitchell Community College. Bring a friend! There are plenty of spots available.
Log into your CrosbyConnect account to register: https://portal.crosbyscholars.org/student-portal/

IN-PERSON Student Academy: 6 - 10th grades!
2025-10-25 13:00 - 16:00 | Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus, 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
Join us on October 25th at Mitchell Community College in Statesville 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.
Register in CrosbyConnect.

JUNIOR/SENIOR VIRTUAL ACADEMY - Interviewing Tips and Tricks
2025-10-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Whether it’s a part-time job, scholarships, or college admissions interview, students need to know how to present themselves in the best way possible. Juniors and Seniors can polish those valuable skills with this virtual academy session, Monday, Oct. 27 at 7pm..
Register in CrosbyConnect: https://crosbyscholars.pulse.ly/4g0r4Pulse

MIDDLE SCHOOL VIRTUAL ACADEMY: Career Choices
2025-11-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
November 6th, 7pm – Virtual Academy

Join Middle School Coordinator Zoe Harding on Thursday, November 6th at 7pm for the first Virtual Academy of this school year! The topic will be “Career Choices.” Students will explore a variety of career pathways, consider their job preferences, and discover careers that align with their interests!
This event will be on Zoom. Sign up in CrosbyConnect to get the Zoom link.

9th/10th GRADE ACADEMY: What We Wish We Knew
2025-11-12 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Join us for a real talk panel discussion where our Crosby Scholars juniors and seniors share the valuable lessons they wish they’d learned earlier in 9th and 10th grade. Hear honest insights, practical tips, and words of wisdom from successful upper-class students who’ve been where you are and are now thriving!
Current Crosby Scholars- Sign up in Crosby Connect https://portal.crosbyscholars.org/
Students interested in joining Crosby Scholars- Email jhaynes@crosbyscholarsiredell.org

JUNIOR/SENIOR ACADEMY: College Life in NYC
2025-11-13 19:00 - 20:00
For some, city life might seem intimidating. For others, there’s nothing that sounds more exciting! With this Junior/Senior free webinar, you’ll get the real story and find out what college life in New York City is really like.
Register on Crosby Connect to receive the link to join this session: https://portal.crosbyscholars.org/student-portal/

9th & 10th GRADE VIRTUAL ACADEMY: Future-Ready: Skills You’ll Need by 2030
2025-11-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Stay one step ahead. Join Jameka Haynes for this virtual academy Monday, Nov. 17!
Future Ready: Skills You’ll Need by 2030 explores the top skills that students will need to thrive in the workforce by 2030, based directly on the World Economic Forum’s latest report. Highlighted by Iredell County Economic Development Corporation, you’ll discover practical ways to start building these skills now setting yourself up for success in school, careers, and beyond. Mastering these skills now in high school will help you plan better for what’s next.
Don’t wait until your senior year to start thinking ahead, start now!
Register in CrosbyConnect.

JR./SR. VIRTUAL ACADEMY: College 101
2025-11-18 19:00 - 20:00
What’s college like? Is college right for you? What major should you choose? What about living on campus? Get the answers you’re looking for during our College 101 Academy session. Register in CrosbyConnect: https://portal.crosbyscholars.org/student-portal/

FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: Early College Opportunities
2025-11-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
We will have an Early College Information Session this Thursday at 7pm for parents and students. The session will feature Mamie Houston, the Early College Liaison for Crossroads. Mamie will share information about all 3 “Early College” High Schools in Iredell County.

What is the Early College program?
-The Early Colleges are specialized high schools where students complete both their high school diploma and Associate’s degree during their high school years. Students complete an honors-level curriculum in a smaller learning environment. All college-level courses are offered in partnership with Mitchell. There are 3 Early Colleges in Iredell County: ASEC, CCTL, and Crossroads.

Who can apply for the Early Colleges?
-Students typically apply during their 8th grade year. Ideal students aren’t required to have straight A’s, but need to have a strong work ethic. Any student living within Iredell County can apply (not just Iredell-Statesville Schools students).

Students and parents are invited to the information session this Thursday to learn more about the Early College programs and get their questions answered. This session will be especially relevant for families with 8th graders who are considering applying.

Register in CrosbyConnect to receive the Zoom link.

JR./SR. VIRTUAL ACADEMY - Improve Your Resume Skills
2025-12-01 19:00 - 20:00
Improve your resume skills for jobs, college applications, or scholarship applications. Register for this event in CrosbyConnect: https://portal.crosbyscholars.org/student-portal/
