Perseverance Webinar-Academy Option for 9-11th Graders
2020-08-17 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | 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?
Ways obstacles in life can bring positive outcomes

This is a webinar with Ms. Montgomery, High School Program Coordinator, at 6:00PM on Monday, August 17, 2020. 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 invitation (with the webinar link) one day prior to the event.

Money Business Webinar-Academy Option for 9-10th Graders
2020-08-18 18:00 - 19:00
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, August 18, 2020. 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 (with the webinar link) one day prior to the event.

Perseverance Webinar-Academy Option for 9-11th Graders
2020-08-19 18:00 - 19:00
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?
Ways obstacles in life can bring positive outcomes

This is a webinar with Ms. Montgomery, High School Program Coordinator, at 6:00PM on Wednesday, August 19, 2020. 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 invitation (with the webinar link) one day prior to the event.

Sr. Academy - Scholarship Workshop
2020-08-22 10:00 - 11:00
Paying for college can be a challenge. There are many different ways to fund your education. We will discuss scholarships, where to find them, how to apply & how to be successful in obtaining. We will spend some time searching online and before you leave you will have a list of scholarships specifically for you!
We are adding an element to this Academy. Crosby Seniors will be able to submit an application for a $200 scholarship. If you are interested in this portion of the Academy contact Jenniffer Jamison. Essay Required – The deadline to submit is September 30th.
“Name a teacher or educator that has had the most impact on your education. Who are they and explain how they have impacted you?” Max 400 words
If you have any questions, please contact Jenniffer Jamison, the Senior Program Coordinator at 704-873-5005 ext. 1407 or jjamison@crosbyscholarsiredell.org.

Zoom Welcome Meeting
2020-08-25 18:00 - 18:30
Join us for an introduction to Crosby Scholars. Meet a staff member and get your questions answered! This meeting will be hosted by Suzanne Wegmiller, Executive Director. Use the link below to log-in.

Learn to Memorize Webinar- Academy Option for Grades 9-10
2020-08-26 18:00 - 19:00
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 August 26 from 6-7PM.
Register on the Student Portal and we will send you the zoom link the day prior to the session.
Learning outcomes:

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

Tips for a Successful Year!- Online Zoom Academy
2020-08-28 18:00 - 19:00
This school year will be like no other! Learn a few tips on how to have a successful year!
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!

How to Get Your First Job-Zoom Academy for Grades 10-11
2020-09-03 12:30 - 13:00
Would you like to learn some tips on how to land your first job?
Join Kelly Robinson, Assistant Director for the Center of Career Development at Davidson College and Ms. Montgomery for an interactive Zoom session. This will be a “lunch and learn” academy on September 3 at 12:30PM. You must register through your Student Portal!

Questions? Email Ms. Montgomery at kmontgomery@crosbyscholarsiredell.org

Zoom Welcome Meeting
2020-09-03 15:00 - 16:00
Meet online with a staff member to hear about Crosby Scholars. This meeting is open to new and returning Crosby Scholars and parents. Sign up on the Student Portal to reserve your spot! Space is limited.
Topic: Welcome Meeting-Crosby Scholars
Time: Sep 3, 2020 03:00 PM Eastern Time
Register in the student portal to receive a link to this meeting.

Zoom Welcome Meeting
2020-09-08 12:30 - 13:00
Join us for an introduction to Crosby Scholars. Meet a staff member and get your questions answered! This meeting will be hosted by Kristen Montgomery, High School Program Coordinator. Use the link below to log-in.
Register in the student portal to receive the link to this meeting!

Welcome to Middle School!- Online Zoom Academy
2020-09-08 18:00 - 19:00
This is an online zoom meeting academy with 6th grade Middle School students with Ashley Scott.
Learning objectives:
– What to expect entering middle school
– How is it different from Elementary school
– Tips on how to be successful
You will receive a link to the meeting when you register!

Sr. Academy College Admission Meeting
2020-09-15 16:00 - 17:00

Money Business Webinar-Academy for Grades 9-10
2020-09-15 18:00 - 19:00
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, September 15, 2020. 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 on your student portal to attend this webinar. Once you are registered through your portal, you will receive a webinar invitation (with the webinar link) one day prior to the event.

How to adjust to online learning- Online Zoom Academy
2020-09-16 18:00 - 18:30
This is an online zoom meeting academy for 6th grade Middle School students with Ashley Scott.
Learning objectives:
– What to expect from virtual learning
– How to stay focused during zoom meetings
– Tips on how to have a successful virtual school year
You will receive a link to the meeting when you register!

Perseverance Webinar- Academy for Grades 9-11
2020-09-16 18:00 - 19:00
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?
Ways obstacles in life can bring positive outcomes

This is a webinar with Ms. Montgomery, High School Program Coordinator, at 6:00PM on Wednesday, September 16, 2020. 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 portal,(scroll down to the bottom of this page to register) you will receive a webinar invitation (with the webinar link) one day prior to the event.

Money Business Webinar- Academy for Grades 9-10
2020-09-17 18:00 - 19:00
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, September 17, 2020. 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 portal, (scroll down and register below) you will receive a webinar invitation (with the webinar link) one day prior to the event.

Zoom Welcome Meeting!
2020-09-18 18:00 - 19:00
Join us as we welcome new students to the Crosby Scholars program! This is a zoom meeting for you to get the chance to get an introduction to the program and meet our awesome staff. You will be meeting our Middle School Coordinator Ashley Scott. Sign up in the student portal to receive the links to join this meeting.

Zoom Welcome Meeting!
2020-09-21 16:00 - 17:00
Join us as we welcome new students to the Crosby Scholars program! This is a zoom meeting for you to get the chance to get an introduction to the program and meet our awesome staff. You will be meeting our Middle School Coordinator Ashley Scott.

Interview with High school Freshman!- Online Zoom Academy
2020-09-21 18:00 - 18:30
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!

Academy College Application Conversation with Duke University
2020-09-23 18:00 - 19:00

Senior Academy - Test Optional Virtual Discussion
2020-09-25 14:00 - 15:00
Join with Crosby Scholars from Iredell and Forsyth County and hear from college admissions officers about what “Test Optional” really means. Register on the portal for access to this event.

Sr. Academy - Understanding Financial Aid
2020-09-28 18:00 - 19:00
In normal years Financial Aid seems like a high-stakes maze teeming with acronyms, deadlines, and detailed requirements. Add a global pandemic and many exceptions to your financial picture and you have a new game. This academy will set out a road map for you to understand and get through the financial aid process successfully. This academy is hosted by Anna Stovall, Asst. Director of Financial Aid, Davidson College.
If you have any questions, please contact Jenniffer Jamison, Senior Program Coordinator, at (704) 873-5005 ext 1426 or jjamison@crosbyscholarsiredell.org
September 28, 2020 6pm – 7 pm

Healthcare Webinar-Academy Option for Grades 9-11
2020-09-28 18:00 - 19:00
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 day prior to the event.
September 28, 2020 at 6PM
Learning outcomes:

What are the top 50 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?

How to balance school, sports and social life! - Online Zoom Academy
2020-09-30 18:00 - 18:30
This is an online zoom meeting academy for 7th and 8th Middle School students with Ashley Scott.
Key learning objectives:
– How to balance the big 3 S’s
– Managing your time
-Working under pressure
You will receive a link to the meeting when you register!

Zoom Welcome Meeting
2020-10-01 18:00 - 18:30
Learn about the program in this brief introductory meeting. This session will be hosted by Suzanne Wegmiller, Executive Director. Register in the student portal to receive information about how to join this meeting.

#countdownwithCrosby Scavenger Hunt Begins
2020-10-02
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Understanding your Mental Health- Online Zoom Academy!
2020-10-02 18:00 - 19:00
This is an online zoom meeting with the Middle School Coordinator, Ashley Scott.
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!

Zoom Welcome Meeting
2020-10-06 18:00 - 18:30
This meeting will be a brief introduction to the Crosby Scholars Program. It’s intended for new Crosby Scholars, but continuing Crosby Scholars are also welcome. Register in the Student/Parent Portal to receive the link information. Suzanne Wegmiller, Executive Director, will host this meeting.

It's Happening Here - ISS Event - Crosby Breakout Sessions - Preparing for College in a Pandemic
2020-10-08 17:30 - 19:30
Iredell Statesville School System is hosting a virtual event called It’s Happening Here. Click this link to register. Crosby Scholars will be offering breakout sessions to discuss the steps you and your students can take to prepare for college during a pandemic. There will be 2 sessions for Middle School and 2 that focus on High School. Check out the ISS website for information and to register.

Money Business Webinar- Academy for Grades 9-10
2020-10-08 18:00 - 19:00
Financial literacy is having skills that allows people to make smart decisions with their money.
This is a webinar with Ms. Montgomery, High School Program Coordinator, at 6PM on Tuesday, October 8, 2020. The webinar will end around 6:45-7PM.

You must register to attend this webinar. Once you are registered through your Student Portal, you will receive a webinar invitation (with the webinar link) one day prior to the event.
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
