9th/10th Newsletter 2026

Date: Thursday 10/15/26 | Time: 7-8pm | Location: Zoom

Interested in NCSSM?

Join Kianna Washburn, NCSSM Admissions Counselor, for an interactive Zoom session to learn about the many opportunities available through the North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics (NCSSM).

During this session, students and families will:

• Learn about NCSSM's Residential Programs
• Explore Summer Ventures and other opportunities for North Carolina students
• Understand the NCSSM application process
• Have the opportunity to ask questions directly to an admissions counselor

Important: The NCSSM Class of 2029 application opens October 15, 2026.

Learn More: North Carolina School of Science and Mathematics Website: https://www.ncssm.edu/

Need Help Registering?

No worries! Email jhaynes@crosbyscholarsiredell.org, and I will get you signed up.

Date: October 21, 2026 |Time: 6:00 PM |Location: Zoom

Engineering in NC: What Future Engineers Need to Know

Are you interested in engineering? Members of our team recently heard directly from representatives at NC A&T, NC State, and UNC Charlotte about preparing for engineering programs and navigating the admissions process. It's never too early to explore engineering and make informed course selections that will help prepare you for college and future career opportunities.

Key Takeaways

• Take the highest level of math available.
• Precalculus is the minimum recommendation.
• Calculus is strongly encouraged whenever possible.
• Physics and Chemistry are valuable courses for future engineers.

Need Help Registering?

No worries! Email jhaynes@crosbyscholarsiredell.org, and I will get you signed up.

Learn about Brag Sheets, Resumes & Personal Statements

Date: October 21, 2026 |Time: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM |Location: Zoom

This is for 9th or 10th grade students who want to get a head start on preparing for future opportunities and learn how to tell your unique story with confidence. Don't wait until 11th grade to start telling your story! Learn how to capture your achievements, experiences, strengths, and goals through brag sheets, resumes, and personal statements that can help you stand out for scholarships, special programs, internships, jobs, and future college opportunities.

Why Start in 9th & 10th Grade?

• Track achievements as they happen
• Build your story over time
• Be ready for future opportunities

Need Help Registering?

No worries! Email jhaynes@crosbyscholarsiredell.org, and I will get you signed up.

Free PSAT/SAT/ACT Test Prep for Crosby Scholars Students!

We have 2 3-hour test prep session coming up at our in-person session on 11/7, register Crosby Connect. This session is facilitated by Quest College Prep & Tutoring and is FREE to Crosby Scholars students. Questions about the PSAT/SAT or Pre-ACT/ACT, sign up now as space is limited!

When: Nov 7, 2026

Time: 9-12pm

Where: Goodwill Career Development Center-124 4th Crescent Pl, Statesville NC 28625

YouScience is a discovery tool that helps you uncover your natural strengths and connect them to careers, college majors, and future opportunities you may not have considered.

• FREE for Crosby Scholars to discover your strengths, natural talents, and career possibilities connected to your interests.
• Complete the Google Form to receive your personalized YouScience access link.
• Earn Academy Credit while gaining valuable insights about yourself and your future.
• Self-paced and flexible so you can complete it anytime that works for you.

Community service and volunteering is leadership in action! It opens doors to career exploration, job opportunities, looks excellent on college applications, and just makes you a better human being. It is one of your requirements to remain in Crosby Scholars, but you can do any service projects to log your 2 hours.

• Walk, run, or bring your leashed dog and compete for trophies in multiple age groups.
• Open to the entire community. Invite friends and family. Crosby Scholars students get $10 off registration.
• Every registration and donation supports Crosby Scholars programs for Iredell County students in grades 6-12.
• Do you have a business or work for an organization that would like to partner with us to be a Sponsor? Please see the sponsorship information HERE.

Need help navigating 9th and 10th grade? Make sure you're taking full advantage of everything Crosby has to offer. Here is a slide presentation from our Virtual Q&A last month sharing benefits of being a Crosby Scholar. We are also enrolling new Crosby Scholars 6th-10th this month so if you know anyone that could benefit from what Crosby has to offer, please encourage them to sign up!

Benefits of Joining Crosby Scholars Presentation

Would love to hear your ideas, success stories, or any resources you may need support with.

Jameka Haynes

9th & 10th Grade Program Coordinator

Crosby Student Officer Advisor

Cell: 704-519-7155

jhaynes@crosbyscholarsiredell.org