Past Events

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 mstrong@crosbyscholarsrowan.org

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 be camera ready and courteous of your fellow students and instructor.

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 the Zoom link in portal.

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.

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 - 10:30AM) 8th Grade: (11:00Am - 12:30pm)

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 have any questions, please contact Michelle Strong at mstrong@crosbyscholarsrowan.org

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 and take notes during the session. Please find the Zoom link in your portal.

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 will inform participants of the most updated protocols the week before the tour. Registration is required to attend this event and lunch will be provided.

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 find the Zoom link in your portal.

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 be held from 9:00am-10:30am.  8th Grade Academy will be held from 11:00am-12:30pm. 

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 link in your portal.

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 Friday before the Academy. Please DO NOT FORWARD the link to other students.  You must stay for the entire Academy and submit an attendance sheet…

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 current Crosby Alumni. Space is limited, so register as soon as possible! To secure a spot on the tour: First, you must register here in your Crosby Scholars portal. Next,…

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 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 will become familiar with our Senior Program requirements, learn how to maximize their summer, and be introduced to our new College & Career Readiness platform, Naviance. Come out and…

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 become familiar with our Senior Program requirements, learn how to maximize their summer, and be introduced to our new College & Career Readiness platform, Naviance. Come out and learn…

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 this meeting, students will become familiar with our Senior Program requirements, learn how to maximize their summer, and be introduced to our new College & Career Readiness platform,…

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 your computer, you can upload it to your portal. Here's how: Hover over the "My Crosby" drop-down menu in the upper right corner and then…