November 2021 Crosby Academy (Grades 7th – 11th)

Rowan-Cabarrus Community College 1333 Jake Alexander Blvd S, Salisbury, NC

Crosby Scholars will host an Academy on Saturday, November 13th from 9:30am-12:00pm at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College's North Campus (1333 Jake Alexander Boulevard South, Salisbury, NC Building N106). Each student MUST attend at least one Crosby Academy each year to remain an active scholar. Log in to your Crosby Scholars student portal for more information about... Read more »

6th Grade November Virtual Academy

6th Grade Virtual Academy - 11/20/21 Each Crosby Scholar is required to attend one Crosby Academy per school year. This Academy focuses on: Learning Styles - discovering and using how you learn New Mindset - discovering the power of your words LOCATION: VIRTUAL ON ZOOM! If you have any questions, please contact Michelle Strong at... Read more »

7th/8th Grade December Virtual Academy

Each Crosby Scholar is required to attend one Crosby Academy per school year.  Each student will participate in 2 workshops that focus on personal and academic skills to increase potential for success in both high school and college. Academy Topics (7th Grade) Going Places Tearing Off Labels Academy Topics (8th Grade) High School Ready? Conflict Cases Please... Read more »

ACT Test Taking Strategies

ACT Test Taking Strategies Academy Thursday, Jan. 20th 6-7pm Crosby Scholars will host an ACT Test Taking Strategies academy on Thursday, Jan. 20th from 6-7pm. Students will be introduced to the components of each sub-test and learn effective tips and strategies. Students are encouraged to take notes and ask questions during this academy. Please find... Read more »

Adulting 101 – Junior/Senior Academy

Adulting 101 Thursday, January 27th 6pm Crosby Scholars will host an Adulting 101 Academy on Thursday, January 27th at 6pm for juniors and seniors. Students should be prepared for an interactive academy where our presenters discuss professionalism, self-advocacy, accessing resources, communication, and much more! Please find the Zoom link and password in your Portal.

7th/8th Grade Virtual Academy

Each Crosby Scholar is required to attend one Crosby Academy per school year.  Each student will participate in 2 workshops that focus on personal and academic skills to increase potential for success in both high school and college. LOCATION: Zoom: Please check your email for the Zoom link a day before the Academy 7th Grade: (9:00Am -... Read more »

6th Grade Virtual Academy

6th Grade VIRTUAL Academy on 2/5/22 (10:00AM - 11:30am) Each Crosby Scholar is required to attend one Crosby Academy per school year. This Academy focuses on: Learning Styles... discovering and using how you learn New Mindset... discovering the power of your words LOCATION: ZOOM: Zoom link will be send out a day before the Academy. If you... Read more »

11th Grade Virtual Academy

11th Grade VIRTUAL Academy - 02/10/22 (6:00pm - 7:00pm) Juniors are required to attend at least one Crosby Academy per school year. During this VIRTUAL  academy, Juniors will learn more about building a college list, career choices, and the many resources offered by the College Foundation of North Carolina (CFNC). Students are asked to be attentive... Read more »

Community College Bound Lunch Box Tour

Crosby Scholars will host a College Tour at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College on Monday, February 14th (10am - 12pm). The tour will include visits to the Welding, Physical Therapy Assisting, Occupational Therapy Assisting, Emergency Services, and Fire Training departments. We are limited to 20 students for this tour. All Covid RCCC Protocols will be followed. We... Read more »

9th/10th Grade VIRTUAL Academy

9th & 10th Grade VIRTUAL Academy - 02/17/22 6-7pm Students are required to attend at least one Crosby Academy per school year. During this VIRTUAL academy, students will learn more about Career Choices, High School 101, and Pathways to College using CFNC and other college and career resources. Students are asked to be attentive, take notes, and ask questions. Please... Read more »

7th/8th Grade Virtual Academy

Each Crosby Scholar is required to attend one Crosby Academy per school year.  Each student will participate in 2 workshops that focus on personal and academic skills to increase potential for success in both high school and college. LOCATION: Zoom: Please check your email for the Zoom link a day before the Academy 7th Grade Academy will... Read more »

Financial Literacy Academy (Juniors & Seniors)

Financial Literacy Academy Tuesday, February 22nd 6-7pm Crosby Scholars will host a VIRTUAL Financial Literacy Academy on Tuesday, February 22nd from 6-7pm. Students should be prepared to take notes as they learn more about budgeting and the importance of financial resources. Students are encouraged to ask questions and actively participate during this Zoom academy. Please find the Zoom... Read more »

6th Grade Virtual Academy

6th Grade LAST Virtual Academy  on 3/5/22 Each Crosby Scholar is required to attend one Crosby Academy per school year. This Academy focuses on: Learning Styles... discovering and using how you learn New Mindset... discovering the power of your words LOCATION: Academy will held on Zoom from 10am-11:30am  The Zoom link will be emailed to students & parents on... Read more »

Spring Break College Tour (UNCG &NCAT)

Spring Break College Tour - UNCG & NCAT A campus visit is your opportunity to get a firsthand view of a college. During Spring Break (03/14) the Crosby Scholars program will offer a FREE day trip for interested students to visit UNCG & NCAT in Greensboro, NC. During these tours, students will have the opportunity to experience both campuses, attend admission presentations, and interact with... Read more »

Understanding Financial Aid Award Letters

Crosby Scholars will host a VIRTUAL "Understanding Financial Aid Award Letter" webinar academy on Tuesday, March 29th at 6pm. This webinar will cover Financial Aid offer terms, how to accept aid, and address any other questions or concerns you may have about the process. Parents are welcome to participate. Please find the Zoom link in your portal.

Mandatory Rising Senior Meeting – 1

MANDATORY RISING SENIOR MEETING - 1 PLEASE BRING YOUR RSS DEVICE!!! Crosby Scholars will host an in-person Mandatory Rising Senior Meeting on Wednesday, March 30th from 6-8pm at the Wallace Educational Forum (500 N. Main St. Salsibury, NC 28144). All Juniors are required to attend one Mandatory Rising Senior Meeting. Food will be provided! During this meeting, students... Read more »

Mandatory Rising Senior Meeting – 2

MANDATORY RISING SENIOR MEETING - 2 PLEASE BRING YOUR RSS DEVICE!!! Crosby Scholars will host an in-person Mandatory Rising Senior Meeting on Thursday, March 31st from 6-8pm at the Wallace Educational Forum (500 N. Main St. Salsibury, NC 28144). All Juniors are required to attend one Mandatory Rising Senior Meeting. Food will be provided! During this meeting, students will... Read more »

Mandatory Rising Senior Meeting – 3

MANDATORY RISING SENIOR MEETING - 3 PLEASE BRING YOUR RSS DEVICE!!! Crosby Scholars will host an in-person Mandatory Rising Senior Meeting on Tuesday, April 12th from 6-8pm at the Wallace Educational Forum (500 N. Main St. Salisbury, NC 28144). All Juniors are required to attend one Mandatory Rising Senior Meeting. Food will be provided! During... Read more »

Senior Academy Option: Complete FAFSA and submit Student Aid Report

Earn Academy Credit for Completing the FAFSA Seniors - simply upload your Student Aid Report to your Crosby Scholars portal by 5/13/2022 and you will be awarded 1 academy credit for completing the 2022-23 FAFSA: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa  For more information on how to obtain your Student Aid Report (SAR) from FAFSA, please visit this website: https://studentaid.ed.gov/sa/fafsa/next-steps/student-aid-report Once you have the file saved on... Read more »