Crosby Kindness Project - Community Service Opportunity
2021-01-19 - 2021-01-31

Learn about different career opportunities!- Online Zoom Academy
2021-01-14 18:00 - 18:30, 2020-11-19 18:00 - 18:30 (America/New_York)
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!

ACT/SAT Prep Through Learning Curve- Academy Option for Juniors (90 minute Webinar on Zoom)
2021-01-13 17:00 - 18:30
Join Ms. Montgomery and the Learning Curve staff for a 90 minute Zoom webinar. This is a unique opportunity! Their staff will complete an overview of both the SAT and ACT and will include information on the timing, content, and length of the tests. Spots will fill up fast! You must register on your Student Portal. This will count for Academy credit.
When? Wednesday, January 13, 2021 from 5-6:30PM.
You will be sent the webinar link *the morning of the webinar.*

Communication-Academy for Grades 9-10
2021-01-12 18:00 - 19:00
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 January 12, 2021 at 6PM. For your confirmation of attendance, you will complete a communication style quiz. Please register for this event on your Student Portal. The webinar link will be sent to you via email the morning of the event.

Sr. Academy: Interviews and Scholarships
2021-01-11 18:00 - 19:00 | Iredell Crosby Scholars, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States

Sr. Academy How to Read your Financial Aid Award Letter
2021-01-09 10:00 - 11:00

Money Business-Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-01-07 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, January 7, 2021. 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 the morning of the event.

Building a Growth Mindset!- Online Zoom Academy
2021-01-07 18:00 - 18:30
This is an online zoom meeting academy with Middle School Coordinator Ashley Scott.
Learning Objectives:
-Acknowledge and embrace imperfections.
-View challenges as opportunities.
-Try different learning tactics.
-Replace the word “failing” with the word “learning.”
You will receive a link to the meeting when you register!

Perseverance-Academy for Grades 9-11
2021-01-05 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?
How obstacles in life can bring positive outcomes

This is a webinar with Ms. Montgomery, High School Program Coordinator, at 6:00PM on Tuesday, January 5, 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 to attend this webinar. Once you are registered through your Student Portal, you will receive a webinar link the morning of the event.

Healthcare Know-How- Academy for Grades 9-11
2020-12-17 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 morning of the event.
December 17, 2020 at 6PM
Learning outcomes:

What are the top 20 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?

Tips for a Successful Year!- Online Zoom Academy
2020-12-17 18:00 - 18:30
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!

Interview with High school Student!- Online Zoom Academy
2020-12-16 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!

ACT Prep Through Learning Curve-Academy for Juniors
2020-12-16 17:00 - 18:30
Join Ms. Montgomery and the Learning Curve staff for a 90 minute Zoom webinar. This is a unique opportunity! Their staff will complete an overview of both the SAT and ACT and will include information on the timing, content, and length of the tests. Spots will fill up fast! Register on your Student Portal. This will count for Academy credit.
When? December 16 from 5-6:30PM.
You will be sent the webinar link *the morning of the webinar.*

Test Taking Strategies- Academy for Grades 9-10
2020-12-15 18:00 - 19:00
Would you like some tips on how to plan and prepare for tests? Join Ms. Montgomery for an interactive session on December 15, 2020 at 6pm. Please register on your Student Portal. You will be sent the Zoom link the morning of the webinar.

Tips for a Successful Year!- Online Zoom Academy
2020-12-10 18:00 - 18:30
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

What about Workforce-Academy for Grades 9-11
2020-12-03 18:00 - 19:00
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 and password the morning of the event.
December 3, 2020 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

Money Business-Academy for Grades 9-10
2020-12-01 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, December 1, 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, you will receive a webinar invitation (with the webinar link) the morning of the event.

Thanksgiving
2020-11-26
Crosby Offices Closed

Perseverance-Academy for Grades 9-11
2020-11-24 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 Tuesday, November 24, 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, you will receive a webinar invitation the morning of the event.

Sr. Academy - Financial Aid Award Letter Review
2020-11-21 10:00 - 11:00

Zoom Welcome Meeting
2020-11-20 18:00 - 18:30
This meeting will be an introduction to the program. We will cover the requirements and benefits of the program. You will be able to ask questions and have them answered by the staff member meeting host. This Zoom Welcome meeting is with the Middle School Coordinator Ashley Scott.
A link to the meeting will be sent to you the morning of the event. Check your e-mail (and your spam).

Money Business-Academy for Grades 9-10
2020-11-19 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, November 19, 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, you will receive a webinar link the morning of the event.

Preparing for College with Wingate-Academy for Grades 9-10
2020-11-18 17:30 - 18:30
Join Crosby Scholars (on Zoom) from all three counties (Forsyth, Rowan, and Iredell)as we learn about ways to begin preparing for college from Wingate University Admissions Representatives.
When? Wednesday, November 18 from 5:30PM-6:30PM.
Please register on your Student Portal. You will be sent the Zoom link the morning of the event.
Questions? Email kmontgomery@crosbyscholarsiredell.org

What about Workforce-Academy for Grades 9-11
2020-11-17 18:00 - 19:00
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 and password the day prior to the event.
November 17, 2020 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

ACT/SAT Prep Through Learning Curve-Academy for Juniors
2020-11-14 10:00 - 11:30
Join Ms. Montgomery and the Learning Curve staff for a 90 minute Zoom webinar. This is a unique opportunity! Their staff will complete an overview of both the SAT and ACT and will include information on the timing, content, and length of the tests. Spots will fill up fast! Register on the Student Portal. This will count for Academy credit.
When? November 14 from 10AM-11:30AM
You will be sent the webinar link *the evening prior to the webinar.*

Zoom Welcome Meeting
2020-11-12 18:00 - 18:30
This meeting will be an introduction to the program. We will cover the requirements and benefits of the program. You will be able to ask questions and have them answered by the staff member meeting host. Please register through your Student Portal.
A link to the meeting will be sent to you within 24 hours of the session. Check your e-mail (and your spam).

Crosby Club Meeting 1 (second live session)-Freshmen
2020-11-12 16:00 - 16:30
Freshmen!!!***This is the second live session for the first meeting! If you attended this meeting on the October 21, do not register a second time!***
Let’s start talking about college. We want to help you achieve your goals by leading discussions on topics focused on the college admissions process. The topics build a foundation of knowledge that will prepare you for the Senior Program. Meetings typically include a short activity with time for questions and discussion.
Crosby Club meetings are not a requirement, but we encourage all our Crosby Scholars to participate. Please register on your Student Portal. Meetings typically last 15-30 minutes and will be hosted via Zoom this school year.
November 12, 2020 from 4-4:30PM. The sessions will be recorded.
Meeting 1: Introductions and Welcome! Why freshmen grades matter, school counselors, study skills/environment
Handouts will be posted on the Student Portal and website.

Crosby Club Meeting 1- Sophomores (second live session)
2020-11-11 16:00 - 16:30
Sophomores!!! ***This is the second live session for the first meeting! If you attended this meeting on October 20, do not register a second time!***
Let’s start talking about college. We want to help you achieve your goals by leading discussions on topics focused on the college admissions process. The topics build a foundation of knowledge that will prepare you for the Senior Program. Meetings typically include a short activity with time for questions and discussion.
Crosby Club meetings are not a requirement, but we encourage all our Crosby Scholars to participate. Please register below. Meetings typically last 15-30 minutes and will be hosted via Zoom this school year.
November 11, 2020 from 4-4:30PM. The sessions will be recorded.
Meeting 1: Introductions and Welcome! Types of colleges and degrees
Handouts will be posted on the Student Portal and website.

Wingate College - Sr. Academy Conversations with College Admissions
2020-11-11 14:00 - 15:00
Wingate is going to host a 3 county Crosby event on November 11, 2 pm. Sign up on your portal to participate. If Wingate is on your list of schools, you DO NOT want to miss this. BIG ANNOUNCEMENT!
