This academy will be hosted as a Zoom webinar and will count towards your 2020-2021 school year academy requirement. In this academy, students will learn how their digital existence affects their physical world and how to build and maintain a strong brand presence. Our presenter will also detail the importance of networking and self-marketing through various... Read more »
This academy will be hosted as a Zoom webinar and will count towards your 2020-2021 school year academy requirement. Have you ever wished you could get rid of the test-taking nerves and just take the test? We are offering an academy to help you de-stress the test! This academy is offered to rising 11th and... Read more »
This academy will be hosted as a Zoom webinar and will count towards your 2020-2021 school year academy requirement. We will introduce students to the Common Application process and detail the changes to the application based around Covid-19. This academy is designed to prepare students for the fall application process. Sign up in your student... Read more »
This academy will be hosted as a Zoom webinar and will count towards your 2020-2021 school year academy requirement. This academy is designed to help you search for scholarships, manage applications, and introduce you to many scholarship options and databases. Crosby staff will teach you how to plan a strategic scholarship search and introduce you to... Read more »
Crosby Scholars will host an Applications 101 academy on Saturday, August 22nd from 2-3pm. We will discuss how to start the college application process and the many components required to complete them. Students will learn how to use these applications as extended resumes to detail their accomplishments and qualities. Students will also be introduced to... Read more »
Crosby Scholars will host Lenior-Rhyne University for an information session on Wednesday, August 26th at 6pm. Please join us to learn more about this amazing institution! Sign up in your student portal for a ZOOM link!
Virtual 7th GRADE Academy via Zoom! Topics will be: Tearing Off Labels...becoming aware of labels others & yourself Success in School...discover helpful tools for the classroom Please reply to the email with Zoom link to register.
Crosby Scholars will host Appalachian State University for an information session on Wednesday, September 2nd at 6:00 pm. Please join us to learn more about this amazing institution! Sign up in your student portal for a ZOOM link!
Guilford College Crosby Scholars will host Guilford College for an information session on Thursday, September 3rd at 6:00 pm. Please join us to learn more about this amazing institution! Register in your student portal for a ZOOM link!
High School 101 Academy Saturday, September 5th from 2:00 -3:00 pm Students will learn more about Career and College Promise, the importance of a Grade Point Average, and how to excel in high school. Students will also be introduced to the many resources made available to them through Crosby Scholars to assist with their preparation... Read more »
Volunteer Opportunity: SENIORS - POWER CROSS MINISTRIES is in need of VOLUNTEERS. Help with coaching or tutoring boys ages 2nd - 6th grade. Coaching would include football, basketball, and baseball. Visit their website for further information. https://www.powercross.org/volunteer
Virtual College Tour Academy Wednesday, September 9th from 6:00 -7:00 pm Students will explore the many online college tour options and be introduced to several local institutions throughout the state. Your presenter will share several websites and interactive platforms to support your college search. Students should come prepared to take notes and ask questions! Register... Read more »
Crosby Scholars will host a FAFSA webinar on Thursday, September 17th from 6:00 -7:00 pm This webinar will be led by Timeka Ruffun (CFNC Regional Representative) and will include important information about the NC Residency Determination Service and FSA ID. Participants will be provided with a list of FAFSA support locations in the Rowan community.
Crosby Scholars will host an Essay Writing Academy for juniors and seniors Saturday, September 19th at 2 pm This academy will be led by Dr. Jenny Billings - English Department Chair at Rowan-Cabarrus Community College. Dr. Billings will provide students with the guidance needed to start the essay writing process. Students should be prepared to... Read more »
Career and College Promise Information Session Wednesday, September 23rd, 6-7 pm Crosby Scholars will host a Career and College Promise (CCP) Virtual information Session on Sept. 23rd. This session will be led by a CCP representative, so be sure to bring all your questions. Students will learn more about program requirements, offerings, and how to... Read more »
Career Exploration Academy September 30th, 6:00 pm Crosby Scholars will host a Career Exploration Academy on Wednesday, September 30th from 6-7pm. This academy was created to introduce students to careers, career pathways, and the resources needed to further explore their options. Students will learn how to align their passion with careers and be encouraged to... Read more »
Looking for potential colleges is a daunting task, especially with so many options and details to consider. Several factors come into play such as tuition, location, internships, majors, program strength, atmosphere, and so on. Crosby Scholars will host a College List academy to assist Juniors in finding their college needs and create a list of at... Read more »
Eighth Graders, join us as we focus on Necessary Failure and High School Ready. We will talk about the importance of GPA's and what it looks like to GET BACK UP when you fall down. Register in your student portal and an email link will be sent to you!
Virtual 7th GRADE Academy via Zoom! Topics will be Tearing Off Labels and Success in School Register in your student portal!
Applying for Scholarships Academy October 10th 2pm Please join us for our Applying for Scholarships Academy on October 10th at 2pm. Crosby Scholars' staff will detail current scholarships, deadlines, and tips and strategies on how to apply. Students will also learn how to search, manage, and prioritize applications. Students should come prepared to take notes... Read more »
