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Middle School Crosby Scholars vs. High School Crosby Scholars: What are the Differences?

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Transition to High School TOPIC 3

What does High School have to Offer you?

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Jumpstart Your College Planning TOPIC 5

Getting Involved TOPIC 6

Crosby Reminders

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MIDDLE SCHOOL CROSBY SCHOLARS VS. HIGH SCHOOL CROSBY SCHOLARS: WHAT ARE THE DIFFERENCES?

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CROSBY SCHOLARS HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM HISTORY Crosby Scholars started in the 199293 school year at Carver and Glenn high schools to provide funds to students who pledged to remain drug-free. It is now a comprehensive college access program at 20 high schools and 23 middle schools!

THE PROGRAM Crosby Scholars is available to all 6th-10th grade students who attend public school in Forsyth County.

The college access program includes students of all academic ability. Students must join and complete all program requirements no later than their sophomore year in high school to be eligible for junior and senior year membership.

AFFILIATES Goodwill of Northwest North Carolina Crosby Scholars in Iredell + Rowan

PARTNERS Winston-Salem/Forsyth County Schools Kate B. Reynolds Charitable Trust The Forsyth Promise The Winston-Salem Foundation United Way of Forsyth County FOLLOW US @CROSBYSCHOLARS

HOW DO I BECOME A HIGH SCHOOL CROSBY SCHOLAR? As long as you were enrolled in Crosby Scholars in 8th grade, you will be automatically enrolled in Crosby Scholars in high school.

Want to check your status? Login to your Crosby Scholars Student Portal and click "my status".

WHAT CAN I EXPECT FROM THE HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM? At the high school level, more emphasis is on academic preparation for college. Workshops focus on areas such as course selection, PSAT/NMSQT, exploring career options, and beginning college research. In addition, you will still need to: Attend one Crosby Scholars Academy Complete at least 2 hours of community service (we recommend 5 in high school) Avoid receiving out-of-school suspension Strive to maintain 2.0 grade point average or higher

WILL I GET A SCHOLARSHIP FOR BEING A CROSBY SCHOLAR? Maybe. High School Crosby Scholars have access to 33 Crosby specific scholarships available in October of your senior year. You must apply and qualify to be considered.The Last Dollar Grant is need-based money that is also available to help pay for your college education. We do not know who will receive a Last Dollar Grant until a student completes high school and applies for financial aid.

NOT IN THE PROGRAM? JOIN US TODAY! Scan the QR code below to complete an application

TRANSITION TO HIGH SCHOOL By recognizing the differences that exist between middle school and high school, you will be better prepared to succeed in your new high school environment. Here are some of the differences you can expect to see:

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CROSBY SCHOLARS HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM

MORE CHALLENGING CLASSES, TRACK YOUR GPA HAVE CLASSES WITH STUDENTS FROM OTHER GRADE LEVELS YOU'RE THE YOUNGEST STUDENT IN THE BUILDING MORE FREEDOM TO CHOOSE YOUR CLASSES

BLOCK SCHEDULING

(You won't have the same class every day, and each class will be longer)

100% High School Graduation Rate FOLLOW US @CROSBYSCHOLARS

YOU WILL LIKELY HAVE MORE HOMEWORK YOU WILL NEED TO BE MORE SELFMOTIVATED (Teachers will expect more and will give less guidance)

JUMPSTART YOUR COLLEGE PLANNING Maybe you have or haven't started college planning yet, but four years flies by. The decisions you make as early as 9th grade have a huge effect on your college career.

So, what do you need to do?

READ EVERY DAY

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CROSBY SCHOLARS HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAM WEBSITES TO REFERENCE

People who read more know more. Read at least 30 minutes every day, in addition to studying and doing homework. This habit will pay off when you take tests with timed reading sections, like college admission tests.

GET INVOLVED

Getting ready for college isn't all about school work. Learn about yourself, find something you like to do, and then really dive into it.

If you're drawn to sports, student council, music or art, you can join a school group or club, or find other ways to follow your passion. You'll develop skills and show colleges you can make a commitment and stick with it.

INVOLVE YOUR FAMILY

COLLEGE FOUNDATION OF NC https://www.cfnc.org/

ACT

https://www.act.org/

COLLEGE BOARD

https://www.collegeboard.org/

KNOW HOW 2 GO

http://knowhow2go.acenet.edu/

MAPPING YOUR FUTURE

http://mappingyourfuture.org/

NATIONAL CENTER FOR EDUCATION STATISTICS https://nces.ed.gov/

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If your family members haven't been to college themselves, they may think they can't help you with college planning. That's not true. They know you well and can help you make good choices.

Have your family members work with your teachers and school counselors to get you on the path to college.

FIND A MENTOR

Look for adults who can support you and help you reach your goals. If you're interested in a particular subject or activity, let a teacher or school counselor know about it. Find someone you trust to talk to about your goals.

IF A PROBLEM COMES UP, ASK FOR HELP If you have a problem that's getting in the way of schoolwork, ask someone you trust and respect for advice or help—whether it's a friend, family member, coach, doctor or teacher. If you're having trouble with a class, talk with a teacher or school counselor about what type of tutoring or other assistance is available.

List prepared by the College Board. For the full article go to www. bigfuture.collegeboard.org/ "How to Start Getting Ready for College in 9th and 10th Grade"

GETTING INVOLVED Getting involved will enhance your high school experience. Step out of your comfort zone and try something new or continue with similar clubs you did in middle school. Remember that colleges want to see applicants who have been actively involved in high school.

10 JOURNAL PROMPTS FOR SELF-DISCOVERY What makes you feel the happiest with yourself?

What does your life look like in five years? Describe that life in detail.

What are five things that you’re most grateful for at this moment?

What is the best day you have had recently? Describe that day.

If you could only keep three of your possessions, what would you keep and why?

If you had to describe yourself to a complete stranger, what would you say?

Write a letter of forgiveness to someone who did something wrong to you in the past.

If you had to describe yourself in just a single word, what would that word be?

If you knew that you would not fail, what things would you try to do?

What do you think your dream job is and why?

https://www.journalbuddies.com/journalprompts-writing-ideas/self-discoveryquestions/ FOLLOW US @CROSBYSCHOLARS

Each high school is unique in the extracurricular activities that it offers. Be sure to attend open house and scheduled club fairs to learn more and sign up for clubs you are interested in.

HONOR SOCIETIES

SERVICE CLUBS

An organization that recognizes excellence among peers

These organizations complete service projects to help give back to the community at large

National Honor Society Language Honor Societies National Technical Honor Society

ACADEMIC CLUBS Math Club History Club Science Club Computer Club Art Club

ATHLETICS Football Basketball Track/Cross Country Cheerleading Golf Tennis Volleyball Wrestling etc,

Key Club School specific service clubs

INTEREST CLUBS Army Junior ROTC Band Chorus Drama Club Dance Team Speech and Debate Club Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA)

STUDENT GOV'T Students interested in working with school policies and procedures become involved in Student Government. Youth and Government is also a popular activity.

...and so much more!

Crosby REMINDERS How do I log in to my Crosby Scholars Student Portal?

1. Click here to watch a step-by-step video or go to www.crosbyscholars.org 2. Click on the blue person icon at the top right corner of the page 3. Log in with your email address and password Can't remember your log in credentials? Email us at highschool@crosbyscholars.org for assistance

Update Your High School in the Portal!

Log in to your Crosby Scholars Student Portal and make sure we have your high school on file.

1. Once you're in, click on the "Profile" tab at the top navigation bar 2. Click on the "Edit This Info" link in red at the top right corner right above your contact information 3. Scroll all the way down to "High School", choose the correct one from the dropdown , then click "Update"

Community Service Deadlines + Online Form Community Service Deadline for 6th-10th Grade Crosby Scholars: April 19, 2023 Each Crosby Scholar in 6th through 10th grade must complete two (2) or more hours of community or volunteer service each school year. This service should be done at a not-for-profit organization or program, and students should submit the online community service form to document their completed hours.

Scan the QR Code Below to Complete the Community Service Form

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High School Program highschool@crosbyscholars.org