Crosby Scholars Iredell

Money Business-Zoom Academy for Grades 9-10
2021-02-16 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | NC
Financial literacy is having skills that allows people to make smart decisions with their money.
Learning outcomes:

what does it mean to live paycheck to paycheck?
basic financial terms like: interest, credit card, debit card, savings account, budget, deposit, etc.
things to consider when planning your financial future
how to read a paystub
essentials vs. nonessentials
budgeting

This is a webinar with Ms. Montgomery, High School Program Coordinator, at 6PM on Tuesday, February 16, 2021. The webinar will end around 6:45-7PM. After the webinar ends, students will be required to fill out a google form, which will confirm that each student watched the webinar from start to finish.

You must register to attend this webinar. Once you are registered through your Student Portal, you will receive a webinar invitation the morning of the event.

Test Taking Strategies- Zoom Academy for Grades 9-10
2021-02-11 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Would you like some tips on how to plan and prepare for tests? Join Ms. Montgomery for an interactive Zoom session on Thursday, February 11, 2021 at 6pm. Please register below. You will be sent the Zoom link the morning of the webinar.
Learning outcomes
1) learn the different types of testing
2) learn the most effective strategies for each type of test

Tips for a Successful Year!- Online Zoom Academy
2021-02-11 18:00 - 18:30, 2020-12-17 18:00 - 18:30 | NC
This is an online zoom meeting academy with Middle School Coordinator Ashley Scott.
Learning Objectives:
– Time management
-Studying tips
-Having a positive attitude
-Organization skills
You will receive a link to the meeting when you register!

Learn to Memorize- Zoom Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-02-09 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Ever wondered how some people manage to remember a lot of information? If you don’t have a perfect memory, then sign up for this academy! We will try out a few “tricks” to help you remember important information. This will be an interactive zoom call! It will take place Tuesday, February 9 from 6-7PM.
Register on the Student Portal and we will send you the zoom link the morning of the session.
Learning outcomes:

Practice several “tricks” to memorizing information
Evaluate tips to see which ones work best
Match content to memorize with a tip that could help

Sr. Academy - Conversations with Community College
2021-02-06 10:00 - 11:00 | NC
Starting your path with community college? Join us for a conversation with Mitchell Community College to discuss the application, registration, financial aid, helpful hints, and advising.

I'm in Crosby Scholars, now what?
2021-02-04 18:30 - 19:30 | Online, NC, United States
A short presentation followed by time for Q&A designed to help you get started in Crosby Scholars. The session will be hosted on Zoom by Suzanne Wegmiller, Director of Iredell Crosby Scholars. Parents are welcome and encouraged to attend!
Register in your student portal to receive the link information.
If you aren’t familiar with how to use the portal, or can’t remember your password, send an email to swegmiller@crosbyscholarsiredell.org for help!

Building a Growth Mindset!- Online Zoom Academy
2021-02-04 18:00 - 18:30, 2021-01-07 18:00 - 18:30 | NC
This is an online zoom meeting academy with Middle School Coordinator Ashley Scott.
Learning Objectives:
-Acknowledge and embrace imperfections.
-View challenges as opportunities.
-Try different learning tactics.
-Replace the word “failing” with the word “learning.”
You will receive a link to the meeting when you register!

Understanding your mental health- Self-paced Academy!
2021-01-31 18:00 - 18:30 | NC
Want to know more about your Mental Health?

This is a self-paced Academy! Please view the prezi included in the link and answer the questions in the google form!
Learning Objectives:
-Understanding what Mental health is
-Finding healthy ways to improve your Mental state
-Learning the importance of taking care of yourself
You will receive a link to the meeting when you register!

Sr Academy - Evaluating Your Financial Aid Award
2021-01-31 14:00 - 15:00 | Iredell Crosby Scholars, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
College Award Letter coming and you need help understanding or comparing??? Come to this academy to review Financial Aid Award letter basics and understand next steps.

Sr. Academy: Freshmen Year Essentials
2021-01-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Iredell Crosby Scholars, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Join us as we cover the dos and don’ts of freshmen year and explore a range of topics that include, but are not limited to, planning your course load, scheduling, connecting with your peers and professors, developing a study style, and self-care. Register on your portal today!

What about Workforce-Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-01-28 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Interested in exploring the 16 career clusters? Meet your academy requirement by joining Ms. Montgomery for an interactive zoom session! Please register below. You will receive the webinar link the morning of the event.
Thursday, January 28, 2021 at 6PM
Learning outcomes:

What are the fastest growing jobs?
What jobs will be obselete in 10 years?
Let’s look at salaries
What type of schooling is required for the jobs you are interested in?
Steps to start career planning
Explore all 16 career clusters

Learn how to be a great leader! -Online Zoom Academy
2021-01-28 18:00 - 18:30 | NC
Join this Academy if you want to learn how to be a great leader!

At-Home Community Service Opportunity-Writing Letters to Frontline Workers: Zoom Help with Ms. Montgomery
2021-01-27 17:00 - 18:00 | NC
Ms. Montgomery will be available on Zoom from 5-6PM on Wednesday, January 27, to help students write their cards. You must register on the Student Portal to get the Zoom link.
Meet your community service requirement by writing a minimum of 5 thank you cards to frontline workers in the community. You must provide your own paper and or colored pencils/markers. You must also drop them off or mail them at the Goodwill Career Connections Center in Statesville. If you are in the Mooresville area, email jjamison@crosbyscholarsiredell.org for dropoff location.
Address: Iredell County Crosby Scholars
124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville NC 28625

Learn to Memorize-Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-01-26 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Ever wondered how some people manage to remember a lot of information? If you don’t have a perfect memory, then sign up for this academy! We will try out a few “tricks” to help you remember important information. This will be an interactive zoom call! It will take place Tuesday, January 26 from 6-7PM.
Register on the Student Portal and we will send you the zoom link the morning of the session.
Learning outcomes:

Practice several “tricks” to memorizing information
Evaluate tips to see which ones work best
Match content to memorize with a tip that could help

Communication- Zoom Academy for Grades 9-10
2021-01-25 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Are you ever confused why miscommunication occurs? Explore various methods of communication and the importance of getting the right message across every time. Attention will be brought to body language and the role it plays in daily communication.
Learning outcomes:
1) in what ways do we communicate?
2) what does communicating well look like?
3) what kind of communicator are you?
4) what are some communication mistakes?
This webinar was originally scheduled for Thursday, January 21, 2021 at 6PM. It has now been rescheduled for Monday, January 25, at 6PM. For your confirmation of attendance, you will complete a communication style quiz. Please register below. The webinar link will be sent to you via email the morning of the event.

Conversation about QuestBridge
2021-01-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Iredell Crosby Scholars, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Do you have High NEED and high GPA? Wondering how you are going to pay for college? Want to apply to competitive schools? Join us for a discussion on QuestBridge Scholarship Program.

Test Taking Strategies-Academy for Grades 9-10
2021-01-19 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Would you like some tips on how to plan and prepare for tests? Join Ms. Montgomery for an interactive Zoom session on Tuesday, January 19, 2021 at 6pm. Please register on your Student Portal. You will be sent the Zoom link the morning of the webinar.
Learning outcomes
1)learn the different types of testing
2) learn the most effective strategies for each type of test

Crosby Kindness Project - Community Service Opportunity
2021-01-19 - 2021-01-31 | NC

Learn about different career opportunities!- Online Zoom Academy
2021-01-14 18:00 - 18:30 | NC
This is an online zoom meeting academy with Middle School Coordinator Ashley Scott. You will be introduced to the many different career opportunities and training certificates available!
You will receive a link to the meeting when you register!

ACT/SAT Prep Through Learning Curve- Academy Option for Juniors (90 minute Webinar on Zoom)
2021-01-13 17:00 - 18:30 | NC
Join Ms. Montgomery and the Learning Curve staff for a 90 minute Zoom webinar. This is a unique opportunity! Their staff will complete an overview of both the SAT and ACT and will include information on the timing, content, and length of the tests. Spots will fill up fast! You must register on your Student Portal. This will count for Academy credit.
When? Wednesday, January 13, 2021 from 5-6:30PM.
You will be sent the webinar link *the morning of the webinar.*

Communication-Academy for Grades 9-10
2021-01-12 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Are you ever confused why miscommunication occurs? Explore various methods of communication and the importance of getting the right message across every time. Attention will be brought to body language and the role it plays in daily communication.
Learning outcomes:
1) in what ways do we communicate?
2) what does communicating well look like?
3)what kind of communicator are you?
4)what are some communication mistakes?
This webinar will take place on January 12, 2021 at 6PM. For your confirmation of attendance, you will complete a communication style quiz. Please register for this event on your Student Portal. The webinar link will be sent to you via email the morning of the event.

Sr. Academy: Interviews and Scholarships
2021-01-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Iredell Crosby Scholars, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States

Sr. Academy How to Read your Financial Aid Award Letter
2021-01-09 10:00 - 11:00 | NC

Money Business-Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-01-07 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Financial literacy is having skills that allows people to make smart decisions with their money.
Learning outcomes:

what does it mean to live paycheck to paycheck?
basic financial terms like: interest, credit card, debit card, savings account, budget, deposit, etc.
things to consider when planning your financial future
how to read a paystub
essentials vs. nonessentials
budgeting

This is a webinar with Ms. Montgomery, High School Program Coordinator, at 6PM on Thursday, January 7, 2021. The webinar will end around 6:45-7PM. After the webinar ends, students will be required to fill out a google form, which will confirm that each student watched the webinar from start to finish.

You must register to attend this webinar. Once you are registered through your Student Portal,you will receive a webinar invitation the morning of the event.

Perseverance-Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-01-05 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Do you have what it takes to keep going when the going gets tough? To be successful, you have to learn how to stick with something even when you really want to quit. Learn how failure can have positive outcomes and how to develop a growth mindset. This counts as academy credit!
Learning outcomes:

What does it mean to persevere
Defining success
How do we develop a growth mindet amidst the reality of failure?
How obstacles in life can bring positive outcomes

This is a webinar with Ms. Montgomery, High School Program Coordinator, at 6:00PM on Tuesday, January 5, 2021. The webinar will end around 6:45p.m. After the webinar ends, students will be required to fill out a google form, which will confirm that each student watched the webinar from start to finish.

You must register to attend this webinar. Once you are registered through your Student Portal, you will receive a webinar link the morning of the event.

Healthcare Know-How- Academy for Grades 9-11
2020-12-17 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
Are you interested in pursuing a job in healthcare? Meet your academy requirement by joining Ms. Montgomery for an interactive zoom session! Please register on your Student Portal. You will receive the webinar link and password the morning of the event.
December 17, 2020 at 6PM
Learning outcomes:

What are the top 20 healthcare jobs?
What can I start doing in high school to prepare for a job in healthcare?
Characteristics of people in healthcare careers
What is a typical day like as a nurse, a physician assistant, or a doctor?
What does Mitchell Community College have to offer?
Why is it so important to plan early for a job in healthcare?

Interview with High school Student!- Online Zoom Academy
2020-12-16 18:00 - 18:30 | NC
This is an online zoom meeting academy for 7th and 8th grade Middle School students with Ashley Scott.
During this webinar, students will have the opportunity to ask questions to a High school senior and gain advice on how they managed their 7th and 8th grade school year. This webinar is designed to help 7th and 8th graders navigate through the school year and learning from a fellow Crosby Scholar.
You will receive a link to the meeting when you register!

ACT Prep Through Learning Curve-Academy for Juniors
2020-12-16 17:00 - 18:30 | NC
Join Ms. Montgomery and the Learning Curve staff for a 90 minute Zoom webinar. This is a unique opportunity! Their staff will complete an overview of both the SAT and ACT and will include information on the timing, content, and length of the tests. Spots will fill up fast! Register on your Student Portal. This will count for Academy credit.
When? December 16 from 5-6:30PM.
You will be sent the webinar link *the morning of the webinar.*
