FRESHMEN AND SOPHOMORES! Virtual Crosby Academy
2025-05-14 18:00 - 19:00 (America/New_York) | Zoom
Still need your Crosby Academy credit? Join us for a fun career profile session, followed by a volunteer service opportunity. Attend via Zoom!
6 – 6:40pm: Career Profile Academy
6:40 – 7pm: Volunteer Activity
https://zoom.pulse.ly/gttkybeq7r
Meeting ID: 817 2937 6323 Passcode: 274457

FREE Parent Webinar
2025-05-15 19:00 - 20:00
Sign up on this Google Form to receive a zoom link. https://forms.gle/MKiHThNMPa68q1k87

FRESHMEN AND SOPHOMORES! Virtual Crosby Academy
2025-05-20 05:00 - 18:00 | Zoom
Still need your Crosby Academy credit? Join us for a fun career profile session, followed by a volunteer service opportunity. Attend via Zoom!
6 – 6:40pm: Career Profile Academy
6:40 – 7pm: Volunteer Activity
https://goodwillnwnc.zoom.us/j/85930309232?pwd=kFnuJC12qbg3t92aEm0v5a6b3VJExm.1
Meeting ID: 859 3030 9232
Passcode: 329745

TRY IT TUESDAY: Careers In Health Care
2025-06-10 09:00 - 12:00 | MCC Health Sciences Building on Cherry Street, 706 Cherry Street, Statesville, 28677, United States
Ever wondered about the career paths in Healthcare? JOIN this Try It Tuesday to explore your options and get advice about this field of work! You will go on a tour of the Health Sciences Building as well as hear from medical professionals from Iredell Health System.
Click here to sign up.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY - Essay Writing Pt. 1: Brainstorming
2025-06-11 10:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Class of 2026! Join this Workshop Wednesday for tips on those dreaded college essays. Topics will include talking out your ideas, note taking, and where to go next on creating a life-changing essay for college enrollment and scholarships!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

MIDDLE SCHOOL Ambassador Camp
2025-06-16 09:00 - 2025-06-18 15:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Apply now to serve as a Crosby Scholars Ambassador for the 2025-2026 school year! Participation in the Ambassador Program will include:

Three-day Summer Leadership Camp (June 16-18th)
Special giveaways and swag
Represent the Crosby Program at your school, including during Open House

Submit your application here!

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, so participation is not guaranteed. Applicants will be notified as to whether they have been selected to participate this year. Submit your application early, as spots will fill up!

June 16-17: The Goodwill Career Center in Statesville, 9am – 3pm.

June 18: Mitchell Community College, 9am – 3pm.

TRY IT TUESDAY: Careers in Graphic Design & Information Technology
2025-06-17 09:00 - 12:00 | Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus, 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
During this event, we will explore the careers associated with computers. Technology touches everything, Art, Marketing, Data Security, Networking and Communication. We will visit the Graphic Design Lab at Mitchell Community College in Statesville and learn about UI/UX, Adobe, Lettering, Layout, etc. Then we will visit the computer lab and hear about networking, cyber security, programming and how businesses use technology.
Click here to sign up.

FREE Virtual Parent Webinar: Career Exploration
2025-06-19 19:00 - 20:00 | Zoom
The third Thursday of the month is coming up. We’ve got a great FREE virtual parent webinar June 19, focused on career exploration. Having a goal and a plan can make all the difference in a student’s educational journey.
Sign up here and you’ll be sent a link for the session: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLe5cmgwGaCtiLiZu0Vf2FI8YZKukiSTP1gGxbxT8Iv3WUiQ/viewform

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: Statesville Juneteenth Celebration
2025-06-21 12:00 - 18:00 | Downtown Statesville
Help promote Crosby Scholars!
Here’s a great way to get Crosby volunteer hours during the summer. Join us at the Crosby Scholars booth during this year’s Juneteenth Celebration, wear your Crosby shirt, and represent!
It’s simple. Just explain the program to event attendees and talk about who we are and what we do. A Crosby staff member will be on hand at all times in case a question comes up that you can’t answer.
We have two hour slots available starting at noon, 2 and 4pm.
Sign up here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F45ABA82BAAFD0-57105462-juneteenth#/

TRY IT TUESDAY: Careers in Welding Technology
2025-06-24 09:00 - 12:00 | Mitchell Community College Statesville Campus, 500 West Broad Street, Statesville, NC, 28677, United States
Welding: A fabrication process that joins materials, usually metals or thermoplastics, primarily by using high temperature to melt the parts together and allow them to cool, causing fusion.
Learn about welding and many different careers available in this lucrative field. Please note that you will be exposed to hot sparks and sharp metal at this event. (Proper safety gear will be provided.)
Click here to sign up.

Bonus Career Exploration: Veterinarian Medicine
2025-06-25 13:00 - 16:00
Join us at Aloha Veterinarian Services to learn about careers in veterinary care!
There are a number of career paths in the pursuit of veterinarian medicine, including:

Veterinarians: Physicians who protect the health of both animals and humans, veterinarians may have their own practice caring for companion animals, or they may work in zoos, wildlife parks, or aquariums; focus on public health and regulatory medicine; enter academia or research; or they may pursue other career paths.
Veterinary technicians: These workers assist veterinarians with surgery, laboratory procedures, radiography, anesthesiology, treatment and nursing and client education. Almost every state requires a veterinary technician to pass a credentialing exam to ensure a high level of competency.
Veterinary assistants: They support the veterinarian and/or the veterinary technician in their daily tasks. The assistant may be asked to perform kennel work, assist in the restraint and handling of animals, feed and exercise the animals, or spend time on clerical duties.

– Source: www.ExploreHealthCareers.org
This session will be held June 25. Time is tentatively set for 1 – 4pm. Please check back for further details.
Please click here to sign up.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY: V-Point Ruritan July 4th Breakfast
2025-07-04 07:00 - 10:00 | Harmony Community Center, 187 Highland Ave, Harmony, NC, 28634, United States
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! Volunteers are needed for the V-Point Ruritan 4th of July breakfast (along with car show, tractor ride, and parade) this Friday at the Harmony Community Center. Students may help with cooking, serving beverages, cleaning tables, or other tasks as needed. A free breakfast is always provided to volunteers!
Click here to sign up (scroll to the bottom of the page to the link):
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F45ABA82BAAFD0-50822055-vpoint#/

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY – Understanding the Common App
2025-07-09 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Class of 2026! With the Common app, you can connect to and learn about 1000+ colleges, discovering programs, researching financial aid and scholarships, plus you can apply to college – directly from the app!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

MIDDLE SCHOOL College Tour - Wingate and UNCC
2025-07-10 07:30 - 16:30
Join us to tour 2 campuses in one day! We will see Wingate University in the morning, followed by UNC-Charlotte in the afternoon. FREE and open to rising 7th-9th grade students. Lunch and transportation are included!
The Crosby group tour is a great way to learn about higher education and picture yourself in college someday.

Wingate is a small, private university located southeast of Charlotte. They offer a special scholarship each year specifically for students who participate in Crosby Scholars!
University of North Carolina at Charlotte is a large, public/state school located in Charlotte. UNC-Charlotte is the 3rd largest school in North Carolina, after NC State and Chapel Hill!

We will provide charter bus transportation with a pick up and drop off location at the Goodwill Workforce Development Center in Statesville at 7:45am and 4:30pm, or The Brawley School in Mooresville at 8:15am and 3:45pm. Students can choose which location to board the Charter Bus, but must notify zharding@crosbyscholarsiredell.org of any changes to their preferred location by July 7th.

Please monitor your email (including over the summer) to confirm your spot on the tour and complete the required waiver!

REGISTER HERE!

TRY IT TUESDAY: Real Estate, Architecture & Interior Design
2025-07-15 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Home sales and construction are a key indicator in health of an economy. Join us to learn about the many careers that touch this sector of our community. Several speakers will join us to share insights in the growth and changes to these careers.
Click here to sign up.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAYS - Test Prep
2025-07-16 09:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Class of 2026! During this Workshop Wednesday, students will get tips to ease their anxiety, prep for the big day, review test material and answer sample questions.
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

HIGH SCHOOL College Tour - NC State and NC A&T
2025-07-17 08:00 - 19:00
PLEASE NOTE: This campus tour is full. If you would like to be placed on a wait list, in the event of a cancellation, please email jjamison@crosbyscholarsiredell.org.

Crosby Scholars is offering a college tour to NC State and NC A&T on July 17, 2025. This is open to all high school Crosby Scholars. Space is limited. This is FREE for Iredell Crosby Scholars. Lunch and snacks provided.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY - Kindness Closet
2025-07-21 13:00 - 15:00 | Kindness Closet, 532 Patterson Ave #130, Mooresville, NC, 28115, United States
Join Crosby Scholars at the Kindness Closet to pack hygiene items for families in Western North Carolina. 1 – 3pm (Arrive by 12:50pm) Limited spaces available. Click here to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4FACAE2CA7F4CE9-57442247-kindness

MIDDLE SCHOOL - Career Trek at Rescue Ranch
2025-07-22 09:00 - 12:00 | Rescue Ranch, 1424 Turnersburg Hwy, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Ever wondered what it’s really like to have an animal-related career? Interested in learning about different volunteer opportunities connected to animals? Are you just a REALLY BIG ANIMAL LOVER??? This is the event for you! Join us for a “field experience” career trek at Rescue Ranch to learn more about animal careers in an interactive setting.
We only have 20 spots available for this event. If you sign up, please plan on attending. Contact us ASAP if you have a change of plans so we can give your spot to the next student.
SIGN UP HERE!
This is a partnership with Crosby Scholars and Rescue Ranch. We want to make sure to fill all of the spots. More information will be sent as we get closer to time of event.

WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY - Essay Draft Review
2025-07-23 10:00 - 12:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Class of 2026! This WORKSHOP WEDNESDAY will focus on getting your admissions or scholarship essay complete, polishing your final draft until it’s ready to submit!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!

TRY IT TUESDAY: Careers in Public Safety & Law
2025-07-29 09:00 - 12:00
Learn about exciting careers in public safety. Fire Fighting, EMS, Law Enforcement, and more. People in these jobs and careers keep our community safe. Mitchell Community College will host this event.
Click here to sign up.

Crosby Launch - Open to 6th & 9th Graders
2025-08-01 11:00 - 14:00 | Goodwill Career Connections Center, 124 Fourth Crescent Place, Statesville, NC, 28625, United States
Join Crosby Scholars and get your academy and community service done in one day. Open to 6th graders and 9th graders. Need to complete this form to sign up.

Back 2 School Bash
2025-08-02 08:30 - 13:00
Crosby Scholars will be volunteering at the ISS Back2School Bash – Interested in Volunteering click on this sign up. Crosby Scholars and Families: 2025 Crosby Scholars B2SB Volunteer Sign Up
Back 2 School Bash | Statesville, NC

Class of 2027 - Junior Orientation - What Every Junior Needs to Know!
2025-08-16 10:00 - 11:00
Each Junior needs to attend one Orientation Session by October 31. Virtual sessions have been created and added to Crosby Connect. Students should sign up on their CrosbyConnect account for the day and time that works best for them.

Class of 2027 Jr Program Orientation - What Every Junior Needs to Know!
2025-08-19 18:00 - 19:00 | Online, NC, United States
Every Junior needs to attend one Jr/Sr Program Orientation. At this event we will discuss the resources available to you by Crosby Scholars in Iredell County. We will cover program requirements, pathways to college and life after high school. You only need to attend one of the orientation sessions. Select either an In-Person or Virtual Option. But the deadline is 10/31/25. Please contact Jen Jamison with any questions. jjamison@crosbyscholarsiredell.org

FREE PARENT WEBINAR: Tips for the New School Year
2025-08-21 19:00 - 20:00
Sign up on this Google Form to receive a zoom link.

Class of 2027 Jr Program Orientation - What Every Junior Needs to Know!
2025-08-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-04 19:00 - 20:00, 2025-09-07 18:00 - 19:00

JR./SR. ACADEMY: Resume 101
2025-09-01 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom
Join us online, via Zoom, for an academy session focused on creating an awesome resume to accompany your college application. Just register in CrosbyConnect and you’ll receive your Zoom link.
NOTE: No need to download Zoom. You can join from your browser on your mobile device or home computer.
