Crosby Scholars Iredell

Learn about different career opportunities!- Online Zoom Academy
2021-02-18 18:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York) | 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!

Learn to Memorize-Zoom Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-02-18 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 18 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

Crosby Club Meeting 2 (on Zoom)-Freshmen
2021-02-22 16:00 - 16:30 | NC
Join Ms. Montgomery and other Iredell County Crosby Scholars to learn how to build a resume and to go over a college planning checklist!

When? February 22 from 4-4:30 on ZOOM!
Who can register? Freshmen!
Register by filling out this google form:https://forms.gle/5DkB5pDLjLx1LVxK7
The Zoom link will be sent the morning of the event!

Crosby Club Meeting 2 (on Zoom)-Sophomores
2021-02-23 16:00 - 16:30 | NC
Join Ms. Montgomery and other Iredell County Crosby Scholars to learn about the IMPORTANT things to consider when choosing a college!

When? February 23 from 4-4:30PM.
Register by filling out this google form: https://forms.gle/sJUx91zTbuCrHVdF6

Communication-Zoom Academy for Grades 9-10
2021-02-23 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 Tuesday, February 23, 2021 at 6PM. For your confirmation of attendance, you will complete a communication style quiz. Please register on your Student Portal. The webinar link will be sent to you via email the morning of the event.

How Would You Survive?- Online Zoom Academy
2021-02-23 18:00 - 19:30 | Online, NC, United States
Test your teamwork skills as you try to survive a shipwreck! Register in your student/parent portal and you will receive the link information the day of the event.

Crosby Club Meeting 2 (on Zoom)- Juniors
2021-02-24 16:00 - 16:30 | NC
*This does not count as Academy credit*
Join Ms. Montgomery and other Iredell County Crosby Scholars as we discuss how to pay for college!
When? February 24 from 4PM-4:30PM
Who can register? Juniors
Where? On Zoom! Please register by filling out this google form: https://forms.gle/h1yMTVSv1iBTuU6w7
The link will be sent to all those registered the morning of the event.

How to balance school, sports and social life! - Online Zoom Academy
2021-02-25 18:00 - 18:30 | NC
This is an online zoom meeting academy for 7th and 8th grade 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!

What about Workforce-Zoom Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-02-25 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 on your Student Portal. You will receive the webinar link the morning of the event.
Thursday, February 25, 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

Perseverance-Zoom Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-03-02 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?
Ways obstacles in life can bring positive outcomes

This is a webinar with Ms. Montgomery, High School Program Coordinator, at 6:00PM on Tuesday, March 2, 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 on your Student Portal to attend this webinar.

Test Taking Strategies- Zoom Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-03-04 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, March 4, 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

Financial Literacy for Middle School Students!
2021-03-04 18:00 - 19:00, 2021-03-09 18:00 - 18:30, 2021-03-11 18:00 - 18:30 | NC
Financial literacy for Middle Schoolers is a fun Academy to help you learn about finances and budgeting. Topics in this Academy include the importance of financial responsibility, money management, and smart decision making to ensure overall financial well-being!
You will receive a link to the Zoom meeting when you register!

Learn to Memorize-Zoom Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-03-08 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 Monday, March 8 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
2021-03-09 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 Tuesday, March 9 2021 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.

Money Business-Zoom Academy for Grades 9-10
2021-03-10 17:00 - 18:00 | 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 5PM on Wednesday, March 10, 2021. The webinar will end around 5:45-6PM. 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.

Junior Academy - Interview Skills & Scholarships
2021-03-13 10:00 - 11:00 | Iredell Crosby Scholars, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Have you ever interviewed for a job, scholarship, or college admission? Join this academy to discuss best practices for interviewing. We will have a bonus discussion about scholarships!

Academy - Activities Resume Zoom Workshop Class of 2022
2021-03-16 18:00 - 19:00 | Iredell Crosby Scholars, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Activities Resumes can be used for the college application, but are also needed for scholarship applications and obtaining recommendations. This session will review the importance of an activities list, narrow what should be included, and explore opportunities to expand. At the end of this session, students will upload a draft resume to show completion of course.

COMMUNITY SERVICE
2021-03-17 10:15 - 12:30 | Iredell Crosby Scholars, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Deliver BBQ meals for Crosby Scholars fundraiser. Parents and students are welcome. See student/parent portal for details.

Communication is Key!
2021-03-18 18:00 - 18:30 | NC
This is an online Zoom Academy with Middle School Coordinator Ashley Scott. You will receive a link for this Academy.
Key learning objectives:
1. Be clear.

2. Be concise.
3. Provide a compelling request.

4. Be curious.

5. Be compassionate.

Communication is Key!
2021-03-25 18:00 - 18:30 | NC
Do you want to learn how effectively communicate? This is the Academy for you!

Telling your Story: Writing Your College Application/Scholarship Essays
2021-03-25 18:00 - 19:00 | Iredell Crosby Scholars, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Your GPA, test scores, and other statistical data provide admission and scholarship committees just a glimpse of who you are. A well-written essay is your opportunity to tell the rest of the story. So, what makes a great application essay? After attending this academy, you’ll know.

Make-up Academy: Benefits of College for Grades 9-10
2021-03-27 10:00 - 11:00 | NC
Do you still need to meet your Academy requirement for the school year? Join us for a session on the benefits of college. Is it worth the time and financial investment? The answer is yes! Join to learn more.

Registration must take place on the Student Portal!
When? March 27 from 10AM-11.

JR. Academy - CHOOSING A DIFFERENT PATH?
2021-03-31 18:00 - 19:00 | Iredell Crosby Scholars, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Thinking of Gap Year? Community College? Military? Work? If you are not looking to start a 4-year school after high school then you want to attend this academy!
Let’s explore options for success after high school. Everyone has to pick their own path but you must have a plan! This session will help you see what opportunities are available.

COMMUNITY SERVICE DEADLINE
2021-03-31 23:59 | NC
Deadline for 6th to 10th grade students.

Master Your Emotions! - Middle School Acade
2021-04-06 18:00 - 19:00 | NC
You go through a variety of emotions on a daily basis, this Academy is designed to help you control your emotions. This is an online Zoom Academy with Middle School Coordinator Ashley Scott.

Benefits of College: Make-up Academy for Grades 9-10
2021-04-10 10:00 - 11:00 | NC
Do you still need to meet your Academy requirement for the school year? Join us for a session on the benefits of college. Is it worth the time and financial investment? The answer is yes! Join to learn more.

Registration must take place on the Student Portal!
When? April 10 from 10AM-11AM.

Crosby Club Mtg #3- Freshmen
2021-04-12 16:00 - 16:30 | NC
Join us for Crosby Club meeting #3 for freshmen! We will discuss SMART goals, education options after high school, and leadership opportunities within Crosby Scholars. Register by filling out this google form! You will receive the Zoom link the morning of the event.
Please note that this does not count for Academy credit.
https://forms.gle/f3RAbjpbBcNetgSZ6
When? April 12 at 4PM

Crosby Club Mtg #3-Sophomores
2021-04-13 16:00 - 16:30 | NC
Join us for Crosby Club Meeting #3 for sophomores! We will discuss leadership opportunities within Crosby Scholars and do an introduction to financial basics.
Register by filling out this google form! You will receive the Zoom link the morning of the event.
Please note that this does not count for Academy credit.
https://forms.gle/reynt2KCG9heVtLD9
When? April 13 at 4PM
