Middle School College Fair (Teacher Workday for I-SS and MGSD)
2026-04-06 10:00 - 13:00 (America/New_York) | 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
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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/
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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.
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FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: The Benefits of Being A Crosby Scholar
2026-09-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Sure, when you join Crosby Scholars, there are minimum requirements you must complete each year. But, it’s totally worth it for students (and their families) that use the resources Crosby Scholars offers to obtain their educational and career goals.
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FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: North Carolina School of Science and Math
2026-10-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join this webinar to learn about the North Carolina School of Science and Math. Applications for 11th and 12th grade residential programs, virtual programs and summer ventures programs will be discussed.
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FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: Early college/high school options for middle schoolers
2026-11-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Early College applications are open. Join this session to learn about the application process, the programs offered and information to help determine if early college is right for your student and your family.
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FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: Want to play college sports?
2026-12-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Want to play sports in college? Learn what the student and parents need to do to obtain an offer. We’ll also discuss the difference between D1, D2 and D3 schools, and how that will affect you.
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Free Parent Webinar
2027-02-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2027-05-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2027-08-19 19:00 - 20:00, 2027-11-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2028-02-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2028-05-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2028-08-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2028-11-16 19:00 - 20:00 and 5 more dates | NC
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