Financial aid documents are littered with a variety of words not used anywhere else. Anna Stovall, from Davidson College, will be here to teach us how to read and understand what we need to know. Don't be confused by all of the financial aid lingo! Join us for this session and ask all the questions... Read more »

Are you aware of all the ways your student can take advantage of early college opportunities in high school? Amanda Rhea, from Mitchell Community College, will share details of options available in Iredell County. Learn the timelines for enrollment and the cost-savings you could enjoy if the program is a good fit for your student!... Read more »

Is homework time a struggle in your home? Aaliyah Turner-Moore, Crosby Scholars Middle School Coordinator, will share some strategies to make it more fun and effective. Understanding how students learn and using methods to play to students' strengths will make study time more useful and fun. This session is free and open to the public.

Letting go of our children is a difficult, but necessary, part of their development. Kelly Marcy, Executive Director of Student Support Services for ISS (and parent of a college student), will share ways to support your child as they become more independent. No cost and open to the public.

Come and hear all of the positive things Mitchell Community College has to offer. Dr. Porter Brannon will share some of the unique things a two-year college provides. She brings a perspective that you might not have heard before. This session is free and open to the public.

This is the final parent academy for this school year. Angie Sims, Crosby Scholar Parent and Senior Advisor, will share her knowledge and research on this important topic. Finding the right college and support services for your student with an IEP or 504 plan is very important for their success. Early planning is key. This... Read more »