Middle School Program

Why choose Crosby as a middle school student?

Middle school may seem early to start planning for college, but it’s the perfect time to begin developing the skills and habits that lead to lifelong success. During these years, students are learning responsibility, building confidence, and discovering their leadership potential. By joining Crosby Scholars in middle school, students begin building a strong foundation for the future.

Crosby Scholars provides middle school students with career and college exploration, community service and cultural awareness opportunities, camps and leadership experiences, advisors, college campus visits, admissions and financial aid workshops for students and families, and awards scholarships and Last Dollar Grants for college tuition annually – All at no cost to you!

How Crosby Scholars supports middle school students:

• Offers workshops to help students become better students and individuals
• Provides students a way to get involved with their communities
• Takes students to college campuses so they can envision a future that includes higher education
• Encourages a drug-free lifestyle
• Yearly recognition of middle school students who complete the program

Annual requirements for middle school Crosby Scholars:

1. Attend one Crosby Scholars Academy.
   • "Academies" or workshops are offered virtually and in-person throughout the year.
   • Check our calendar for upcoming dates!
2. Complete at least 2 hours of community service and provide documentation.
3. Fulfill the terms of the Partnership Agreement by being a good role model in your school and community.

Choice Program options for Iredell-Statesville School students:

I-SS Choice Programs include International Baccalaureate (IB) schools, Advanced Placement academies, Early Colleges, Dual Language Immersion schools, A+ Arts Integration school, Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math (STEM) programs, a Fine Arts magnet, a Career Academy, and virtual learning options. Click here for information on choice programs and application timelines.