Crosby Scholars Iredell

High School Zoom Academy - Vet Talk With Veterinarian Student Arabelle Jackson
2024-12-03 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Interested in becoming a veterinarian? Join 3rd year vet student, Arabelle Jackson, for tips on what you can do now, which college majors to consider, and how to build your resume! This program will also include a Q and A, session!
Register in CrosbyConnect.

Jr Academy - QuestBridge College Matching Program
2024-12-04 14:00 - 15:00
Learn about the QuestBridge College Match Program. Crosby Scholars of Iredell County has a number of alumni who received full QuestBridge full 4-year matching scholarships and you can hear from some of those students during this this program.
QuestBridge connects high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds with a thriving community and transformative educational, career, and life opportunities that help propel them to lives of fulfillment, meaning, and purpose.

VOLUNTEER: Shepherd Elementary School Winterfest
2024-12-06 17:00 - 20:00 | Shepherd Elementary School, 1748 Charlotte Highway, Mooresville, NC, 28115, United States
Help the staff and teachers organize and run this special event for Shepherd Elementary School students.
SIGN UP HERE!

VOLUNTEER: V-Point Ruritan Breakfast
2024-12-07 07:00 - 10:00 | V-Point Ruritan Club, 2794 Old Mocksville Road, Statesville, NC, United States
Volunteers are needed to help at the Saturday morning breakfast events at the V-Point Ruritan Club. The breakfasts are usually held on the first Saturday of the month, unless it conflicts with a holiday. Students may help with cooking, serving beverages, cleaning tables, or other tasks as needed. A free breakfast is always provided to volunteers! For specific questions, you may contact Priscilla Holmes, priscoupon@icloud.com.
SIGN UP HERE!

Middle School Opportunity - Enterprise Essentials
2024-12-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus, 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
CROSBY SCHOLARS MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENTS!
Join us on December 7th for Enterprise Essentials! This special academy will be hosted in collaboration with the Crossroads Early College FBLA team! FBLA, or “Future Business Leaders of America,” is a student organization for high schoolers across the country. At this academy, members of the FBLA group at Crossroads will host mini-sessions to help you master the essential skills for success in business and the working world.
This event is December 7th from 10am-12noon at Mitchell Community College in Statesville.
The program will include topics like:

Personal Management
Communication
Personal Finance
Entrepreneurship

Sign up in CrosbyConnect!

VIRTUAL PROGRAM - I Joined Crosby Scholars. Now What?
2024-12-09 19:00 - 19:30 | Zoom
Hello Crosby Scholars Students and Parents! We are so glad that you have joined Crosby Scholars this year!

We are hosting a Virtual “Welcome Meeting” for 6 – 10th grade students and parents Monday, December 9th on Zoom at 7pm. This is an OPTIONAL meeting to walk through how Crosby Scholars works, what opportunities are available for students and parents, how to use the student/parent portal, what student requirements look like and more! Again, this meeting is not required.

It will last from approximately 7pm to 7:30pm.

Join Zoom Meeting
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VIRTUAL ACADEMY: Entrepreneurship and Food Marketing
2024-12-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
Join us for Entrepreneurship and Food Marketing with Georgia Tech Alum, Santhosh Murganantham, an event created by a Crosby Scholars student!
Gaurinandan Kannappan, a sophomore at Lake Norman High School, says, “I made this program to introduce kids and teens to AI and Entrepreneurship as these fields are rapidly developing and will be critical in the future. You can be introduced and learn AI and Entrepreneurship from experts in these fields by joining this free program.” This can count for your Crosby Scholars Academy. SIGN UP HERE!

Office Closed Christmas
2024-12-25 08:00 - 17:00

VIRTUAL ACADEMY: What to Know Before You Go to College
2025-01-06 18:00 - 19:00
Get ready for college with insights from current college students! Join this virtual session to hear firsthand advice about adjusting to campus life, managing responsibilities, and setting yourself up for success. Bring your questions and learn from those who’ve been in your shoes!
Event Details:
Date: 1/6/25
Time & Place: 6PM, Zoom
How to sign up: Register directly in your CrosbyConnect
For any questions or concerns, please contact Mariah Roseboro at mroseboro@crosbyscholarsiredell.org.

MIDDLE SCHOOL ACADEMY - All About College
2025-01-14 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join Middle School Coordinator Zoe Hardin via Zoom for a 1-hour session that will satisfy your academy requirement for the year!
The topic will be “All About College.” Students will learn about different types of college programs, basic college vocabulary, and what students can be doing in middle school to prepare for a college pathway!
Sign up in CrosbyConnect to get the Zoom link.

FREE Parent Webinar - Summer Programs To Know About NOW
2025-01-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
It may be cold outside, but now is the time to learn about summer programs!

How to get the most out of Crosby Scholars advising
2025-01-20 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Each student is assigned a Crosby Scholars Advisor. In this virtual session we will review tips for getting the most out of this resource. Sign up in the CrosbyConnect to get the link for this session.

SOPHOMORE VIRTUAL ACADEMY: Prepare for a strong high school finish!
2025-01-21 18:30 - 19:30, 2025-02-12 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join us for this Sophomore Virtual Academy where we will cover four topics in one Academy!

We’ll conduct a mini-personality profile and see how it translates to classes in high school, career choice and college majors
Discuss what you can do NOW to explore your interests
Discuss/research colleges (size, location, and more)
Discuss testing and test prep

GAME ON: Family Game Night (Iredell Crosby Scholars Fundraiser)
2025-01-25 17:00 - 20:00 | The Crawford Farm, 216 Cannon Road, Statesville, NC
CLICK HERE to visit our event web page!

STUDENT ACADEMY/PARENT WEBINAR - Resources Available During College
2025-01-28 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Crosby Scholars Academy – Resources for Help in College
When students go to college, they lose many resources that were available at high school. In this virtual session we will review how students can find resources in college from tutoring to counseling. We will also discuss process for applying for accommodations if the student had a 504 or IEP in high school, you want to attend this session.
Zoom – 1/28/25 6pm
Jenniffer Jamison is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Topic: Resources in College – Crosby Scholars Academy

FRESHMAN VIRTUAL ACADEMY: Skills for success!
2025-01-29 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-02-10 19:30 - 20:30 | Zoom
Join us for four academy topics in one session! Choose from the three dates listed below.
During this virtual Zoom session, we will cover topics that are important for your freshman year, including:

Communication: Verbal, non-verbal, and e-mail communications
High school activities: Why they’re important and why you should get involved
Your GPA: How to calculate it and why it matters
Time management: Learn tips and tricks to manage your time (and manage yourself)

VIRTUAL STUDENT ACADEMY - Life after college: How your college choice impacts your career
2025-01-30 18:00 - 19:00
Join us for a virtual academy as Maranda Patterson shares her experience and pathway to education. January 30, 2025, 6pm Sign up in Student portal to receive zoom link

Hi, everyone! My name is Maranda Patterson, and I’m excited to share my journey with you. I grew up in Mooresville, NC, and graduated from Christ the King Catholic High School in 2020. From there, I pursued my passion for health and wellness at Virginia Tech, where I earned a bachelor’s degree in Health, Nutrition, Foods, and Exercise Science (HNFE).
Since graduating in May 2024, I’ve been fortunate to start my career as an Associate Sales Representative in the medical device sales industry. Working with innovative surgical tools and medical technology has been a rewarding and exciting experience!
During our Zoom meeting, I’ll share my experiences and insights, offer helpful tips, and answer any questions you may have. I’m excited to connect with all of you, share what I’ve learned along the way, and hopefully inspire you as you take the next steps in your own journey!

IN-PERSON STUDENT ACADEMY: ACT Test Prep - Mitchell CC in Mooresville
2025-02-01 09:00 - 12:00 | Mitchell Community College Mooresville Campus, 219 North Academy Street, Mooresville, NC, 28117, United States
Sign up on CrosbyConnect to join this Test Prep Session, specifically geared to help students take the ACT for college admissions and more.
Why is the ACT important? Your score provides information about a student’s educational needs, extracurricular achievements, and educational plans. This information, along with high school grades and test scores, helps the agencies evaluate applications for scholarships, loans, and other financial assistance.
This session will take place at the Mitchell Community College’s Mooresville Campus.

IN-PERSON ACADEMY & PARENT MEETING
2025-02-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Mitchell Community College Mooresville Campus, 219 North Academy Street, Mooresville, NC, 28117, United States
Each year students are required to complete at least one Academy. The deadline for completion is April 30, 2025. There are several options to complete this task/requirement, including attending this in-person event at Mitchell Community College’s Mooresville Campus.
This Academy session will also include a community service project, a requirement for Crosby Scholars each year.
Parent meetings will include a discussion on how the role of the parent evolves as their children progress through school and FAFSA essentials.
If you have any questions, please reach out to:
Jennifer Christian, High School Coordinator. jchristian@crosbyscholarsiredell.org OR
Zoe Harding, Middle School Coordinator, zharding@crosbyscholarsiredell.org

HIGH SCHOOL VIRTUAL ACADEMY - The Power of Bold & Inclusive Conversations
2025-02-04 18:00 - 19:00 | Zoom
Join Guest Presenter Jameka Haynes as we explore how one POWERFUL CONVERSATION can change your life and transform your community!
High School (9th grade-12th grade) Virtual/Zoom Academy. Tuesday, February 4th 6pm to 7pm.
Register in CrosbyConnect.

ONLINE ACADEMY: Digital Communication (Middle Schoolers)
2025-02-06 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join Zoe on Zoom for a 1-hour session that will satisfy your academy requirement for the year! The topic will be “Digital Communication.” Students will discuss the different ways that we show up online, how to write a proper email, and using digital tools responsibly. Sign up in CrosbyConnect to get the Zoom link.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - Bess's Bags of Hope
2025-02-07 10:00 - 17:00, 2025-02-08 10:00 - 17:00 | Christ Church, 2172 Wilkesboro Hwy, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Bess’s Bags of Hope will be working at Christ Church (2172 Wilkesboro Hwy) this Friday and Saturday – Feb. 7 and 8.
Efforts will start at 10am and will continue until 5pm each day If anyone is interested in earning volunteer hours or would just like to help out, please help to fill these Bags of Hope!

VIRTUAL ACADEMY: Internships & Apprenticeships 101
2025-02-18 19:00 - 20:00
Join our Outreach & Advising Specialist Brianna Todd and CCTL student Clayton Ellis as they discuss the importance of apprenticeships and internships and the opportunities available to local students. Topics will include:

What are internships and apprenticeships
How do you find opportunities near you
How can these opportunities help students prepare for post-graduation plans

Clayton will also share interviewing techniques in order to have the best chance of being chosen for these opportunities.
Sign up in CrosbyConnect!

FREE PARENT/STUDENT WEBINAR - Financial Aid Award Letters and Filing Appeals
2025-02-20 19:00 - 20:00
Parents use this link to sign up for event: https://forms.gle/eDTbdGBBC7YmiYZR9

VIRTUAL ACADEMY - QuestBridge Information Session
2025-02-22 09:00 - 10:00
Join this session to learn about QuestBridge Scholars and College Matching Program.
QuestBridge connects high-achieving students from low-income backgrounds with a thriving community and transformative educational, career, and life opportunities that help propel them to lives of fulfillment, meaning, and purpose.

VIRTUAL ACADEMY - Is A Gap Year For You?
2025-02-26 19:00 - 20:00
This term is used widely but do you really know what a “gap year” is and how you can get the most out of it? Join us to discuss “gap year” dos and don’ts and your options.

Click here to register!

IN-PERSON Academy and Parent Meeting
2025-03-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus, 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
Each year students are required to complete at least one Academy. The deadline for completion is April 30, 2025. There are several options to complete this task/requirement, including attending this in-person event at Mitchell Community College’s Statesville Campus.
This Academy session will also include a community service project, a requirement for Crosby Scholars each year.
Parent meetings will include a look at which college rankings matter and understanding financial aid award letters.
If you have any questions, please reach out to:
Jennifer Christian, High School Coordinator. jchristian@crosbyscholarsiredell.org OR
Zoe Harding, Middle School Coordinator, zharding@crosbyscholarsiredell.org
