Class of 2027: September Newsletter

Senior year is here and you will have a lot of information coming at you all at once. Crosby Scholars wants to make sure you have the best information for helping you to obtain your goals. Take a moment to read through. We have included links to important resources, opportunities and information about future dates. Make sure to mark your calendar for our Senior Celebration on 4/26/27. As always, continue to reach out to your Crosby Scholars Advisor and participate in our programming.

• Crosby Scholars Open House - Last Chance to pick up Senior T-Shirt
• Crosby Scholars Requirements - Be sure to not miss deadlines
• College Fairs come to Iredell County
• Elevate: Special Program - Special Opportunity - Time Sensitive
• Applying to College (resources) - Application Help
• Free Parent Webinar
• Volunteer Opportunities
• Interesting Read

Still haven't received your Class of 2027 t-shirt? Join us at our open house for your last chance to pick up your shirt! This is a drop in event. Don't miss your chance.

Crosby Scholars Open House

Goodwill Career Connection Center

124 Fourth Crescent Place

Statesville, NC 28625

9/15/26 5pm -8pm

Please complete this form even if you're not attending college.

Going straight to work? Answer the first question.

Applying to college? Let us know where you've toured or where you've researched.

• College 101, September 2nd, 7pm
• Test Prep Club - September 8 7pm
• How to maximize your College Experience - 9/21/26 6pm
• Elite Military Academy Application Review, September 23rd, 7pm
• SAT Test Prep in-Person Workshop, September 26th, 9am - Mooresville
• Building Your First Resume, October 7th, 6pm
• College 101 Academy, October 8th, 7pm

See all of our upcoming service opportunities at the bottom of this newsletter or visit the link below!

You are required to meet with your advisor a minimum of 4 times.

• Initial Advising Meeting (deadline has passed)
• Summer Meeting (8/31/26) Complete this meeting ASAP
• Fall Meeting 12/31/26
• Spring Meeting 5/31/26

To schedule a meeting with your advisor, send them an email or register through their sign-up link. (The button in CrosbyConnect does not work.)

We have some exciting news! We will be hosting Elevate: Building Skills for Success.

Whether you're planning to attend college, enter the workforce, pursue a trade, or are still exploring your options, this program will help you build the skills and confidence you need to succeed. You'll learn how to network with professionals, develop strong communication and presentation skills, and practice professional etiquette that will help you make a great impression in school, interviews, and future careers.

As part of the program, each student will be paired with a mentor who will provide one-on-one guidance, support, and encouragement while helping them develop valuable real-world skills.

Session Dates

In-Person Workshop: October 6th, 2026, 9am-12pm (excused absence)

In-Person Workshop: October 27th, 2026, 9am-12pm (excused absence)

Mentor Luncheon: December 3rd, 2026, 11am-1pm (excused absence)

Interested in participating? Fill out this Google Form.

NC College Connect is a program created with the goal of increasing access to higher education by matching North Carolina public high school seniors with select UNC System universities, North Carolina Independent Colleges and Universities, and their local North Carolina community college where they already meet admissions requirements.

Students will be directly admitted with colleges and universities where they already meet GPA and NC College Connect requirements. Eligible students will receive an official letter in the mail by the start of their senior school year and can see a full list of colleges and universities where they've met NC College Connect admission requirements on NCCollegeConnect.org. Your counselor will have a list of eligible students, too, so check with them.

Fall 2027 College Applications are now open! Begin preparing your applications and writing your essays!

Need help with your essay or resume? Send it to essay@crosbyscholarsiredell.org.

FAFSA will open on October 1st! Watch the video below to learn about FAFSA.

Need help staying on top of your college applications? The College Essay Guy's monthly calendars break down what you should be doing each month. Check out September's calendar below and download next month's calendar to stay on track!

• Hydration Station Volunteers Carolina Balloon Festival October 16th-18th

Join Us for the 2nd Annual Crosby Scholars Fall Frenzy 5K

Crosby Scholars students and families, mark your calendars for Saturday, November 21 at 9:00 a.m. for our 2nd Annual Fall Frenzy 5K!

After a fantastic first year, we're excited to bring the fun back. Whether you're a runner, walker, or bringing your leashed four-legged friend, there's a place for you at the starting line. Plus, trophies will be awarded across multiple age groups!

This event is open to the entire community, so invite your friends, family, and fellow walkers and runners. Crosby Scholars students receive $10 off registration.

Every registration and donation helps Crosby Scholars continue providing life-changing opportunities for students in grades 6-12 throughout Iredell County.

Register or make a donation here:

https://runsignup.com/Race/NC/Troutman/IredellCrosbyScholars5K

Interested in volunteering? Check out this link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090F4AA4AF2A1-64847048-fall