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WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY – Essay Writing Pt. 1: Brainstorming

Goodwill Career Connections Center 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 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!

MIDDLE SCHOOL Ambassador Camp

Goodwill Career Connections Center 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, United States

Apply now to serve as a Crosby Scholars Ambassador for the 2025-2026 school year! Participation in the Ambassador Program will include: Three-day Summer Leadership Camp (June 16-18th) Special giveaways and swag Represent the Crosby Program at your school, including during Open House Submit your application here! The goal of the Ambassador Program is to develop... Read more »

TRY IT TUESDAY: Careers in Graphic Design & Information Technology

Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, United States

During this event, we will explore the careers associated with computers. Technology touches everything, Art, Marketing, Data Security, Networking and Communication. We will visit the Graphic Design Lab at Mitchell Community College in Statesville and learn about UI/UX, Adobe, Lettering, Layout, etc. Then we will visit the computer lab and hear about networking, cyber security,... Read more »

TRY IT TUESDAY: Careers in Welding Technology

Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, United States

Welding is a fabrication process that joins materials, usually metals or thermoplastics, primarily by using high temperature to melt the parts together and allow them to cool, causing fusion. Learn about welding and many different careers available in this lucrative trade. Click here to sign up.

TRY IT TUESDAY: Careers In Computer Assisted Machining

Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, United States

Join us at Mitchell Community College to learn how the combination of technology, machines and computers help to create key components. From measuring to cutting metal in order to create parts that don't exist, this career is on the cutting edge of manufacturing and business. Click here to sign up.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY – Understanding the Common App

Goodwill Career Connections Center 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 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!

MIDDLE SCHOOL College Tour – Wingate and UNCC

Join us to tour 2 campuses in one day! We will see Wingate University in the morning, followed by UNC-Charlotte in the afternoon. FREE and open to rising 7th-9th grade students.  Lunch and transportation are included! The Crosby group tour is a great way to learn about higher education and picture yourself in college someday. Wingate... Read more »

TRY IT TUESDAY: Real Estate, Architecture & Interior Design

Goodwill Career Connections Center 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 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. Click here to sign up.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS – Test Prep

Goodwill Career Connections Center 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 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.

MIDDLE SCHOOL – Career Trek at Rescue Ranch

Rescue Ranch 1424 Turnersburg Hwy, Statesville, NC, 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... Read more »