Crosby Scholars Iredell

TRY IT TUESDAY: Mental Fitness Career Exploration
2026-07-14 09:00 - 12:00 (America/New_York) | New Mentality PC, 816 Brawley School Rd,, Mooresville, NC, 28117, United States
Discover the Power of the Brain — Try-It Tuesday Career Exploration
Have you ever wondered how the brain influences emotions, focus, stress, and performance? Join us for Try-It Tuesday: Mental Health & Brain Performance Career Exploration on July 14, from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, and explore careers where science meets real-world impact.
During this hands-on session, students will learn how professionals use brain-based tools like neurofeedback and biofeedback to help people improve focus, manage stress, and strengthen emotional well-being—without medication. You’ll discover how mental fitness plays a critical role in success at school, work, sports, and everyday life, and how careers in this growing field allow you to make a meaningful difference for others.
Led by Tracy Alston, licensed mental health professional and Founder of New Mentality, PC and Mental Edge Fitness Solutions, this experience offers an inside look at educational pathways and career options in counseling, neuroscience, psychology, performance coaching, and wellness technology.
If you’re curious about the brain, passionate about helping others, or interested in a future career that combines technology, science, and human connection, this is your chance to try it out. Register today and take the first step toward a career that strengthens minds and changes lives.
Available to current (2025-2026) 9th – 12th graders.
REGISTER IN CROSBY CONNECT!

FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: The Value of Community Service
2026-07-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Middle School Program Manager Zoe Harding will lead a webinar on the importance of serving in the community. How do you find service opportunities? How do you make the most of opportunities? How do you use service hours to build your resume and explore interests and talents?
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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Back to School Bash - Mooresville
2026-07-18 08:30 - 12:00 | Mooresville Middle School, 233 Kistler Farm Rd, Mooresville, NC, 28115, United States
This is a great opportunity to earn community service hours (and to do good work), helping out at the Mooresville Back 2 School Bash.
Learn more or register here.

TRY IT TUESDAY: Auto Engineering and Muscle Cars
2026-07-21 09:00 - 11:00 | Detroit Speed, 185 McKenzie Rd,, Mooresville, NC, 28115, United States
Crosby Scholars encourages students to explore careers and learn about jobs available in the community. Try-It Tuesday is our series of events held during the summer. This session will be hosted by Detroit Speed & Engineering. 20 students can participate and they will learn about jobs available right here in Iredell County.
Detroit Speed & Engineering (DSE) is a nationally known automotive engineering and manufacturing company based in Mooresville, North Carolina. They specialize in designing and building high-performance suspension systems, chassis components, and complete custom vehicles for classic and modern muscle cars. Their Mooresville facility functions as a design center, manufacturing shop, and custom build operation.
Career paths: engineering, sales and marketing, manufacturing, welding, and fabrication.

MIDDLE SCHOOL AMBASSADOR CAMP: Rising 7th and 8th Graders
2026-07-22 09:00 - 2026-07-24 15:00
Apply now to serve as a Crosby Scholars Ambassador for the 2026-2027 school year! Participation in the Ambassador Program will include:

3-day Summer Leadership Camp (July 22nd-24th)
Special giveaways and swag
Represent the Crosby Program at your school, including during Open House

The goal of the Ambassador Program is to develop students’ leadership skills, teamwork, and confidence. We aim to have a group of Ambassadors with at least one participant from every school we serve, and space is limited! This opportunity is only open to students who will be 7th and 8th graders next year.
Click here to register!

HIGH SCHOOL COLLEGE TOUR: Duke University and Guilford College
2026-07-23 07:30 - 19:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
College Tour Information – July 23, 2026
Rising 10th through 12th graders! Join Crosby Scholars for a FREE, one‑day college tour to Duke University and Guilford College on Thursday, July 23, 2026. This trip gives students the chance to explore different college environments and begin envisioning themselves in college. There will be a college admissions presentation and tour of campus. Transportation, lunch, and snacks are included.
REGISTER HERE!
Permission Required
Parents/guardians must complete this form to confirm participation and grant permission. Students may not attend without a completed form. Please monitor email for confirmation and additional information.
College Tour Campuses

Duke University (Durham, NC): Private research university with a campus tour and college admissions presentation.
Guilford College (Greensboro, NC): Private liberal arts college with a strong community focus, offering a campus tour and presentation from the admissions office.

Transportation

Charter bus provided by Crosby Scholars
Pick‑Up & Drop‑Off Location:
Goodwill Career Connections Center
124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC 28625
Arrival Time: No later than 7:30 AM
Return Time: Approximately 7:30 PM
Students must remain with the group all day.

Tentative Schedule

7:30 AM – Depart Statesville
10:00–11:30 AM – Duke University Tour
12:00 PM – Lunch at Duke (provided)
2:30–4:00 PM – Guilford College Tour
Snacks provided on return trip
7:30 PM – Estimated Return Time

Trip Contact:
Jameka Haynes | Crosby Scholars Iredell County
📧 jhaynes@crosbyscholarsiredell.org | 📞 704‑519‑7155

CROSBY LAUNCH: For Rising 6th and 9th Graders
2026-07-31 11:00 - 14:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
If you have a rising 6th grader or a rising 9th grader in your family, look out for more information about the Crosby Launch event later this summer!

FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: A guide to applying for college
2026-08-20 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
There are many steps to applying to college. This is a great session for parents of 11th and 12th graders to gain an understanding o the process and the timeline for applying to college. We will discuss types of applications, key terms and timelines. We will also review the resources Crosby Scholars has available to help students and parents through the process.
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FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: The Benefits of Being A Crosby Scholar
2026-09-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Sure, when you join Crosby Scholars, there are minimum requirements you must complete each year. But, it’s totally worth it for students (and their families) that use the resources Crosby Scholars offers to obtain their educational and career goals.
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FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: North Carolina School of Science and Math
2026-10-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Join this webinar to learn about the North Carolina School of Science and Math. Applications for 11th and 12th grade residential programs, virtual programs and summer ventures programs will be discussed.
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FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: Early college/high school options for middle schoolers
2026-11-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Early College applications are open. Join this session to learn about the application process, the programs offered and information to help determine if early college is right for your student and your family.
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FREE STUDENT-PARENT WEBINAR: Want to play college sports?
2026-12-17 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
Want to play sports in college? Learn what the student and parents need to do to obtain an offer. We’ll also discuss the difference between D1, D2 and D3 schools, and how that will affect you.
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Free Parent Webinar
2027-02-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2027-05-20 19:00 - 20:00, 2027-08-19 19:00 - 20:00, 2027-11-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2028-02-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2028-05-18 19:00 - 20:00, 2028-08-17 19:00 - 20:00, 2028-11-16 19:00 - 20:00 and 9 more dates
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2027 Senior Celebration
2027-04-26 18:00 - 20:30
Let’s Celebrate the Class of 2027 Crosby Scholars
Statesville Event Center
***Graduation Cords
***Scholarship Awards
***Student Recognition
