Crosby Scholars 9th & 10th Grade Spring Newsletter

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Upcoming Events!

Spring 2022

April 9th: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (Via Zoom)

April 9th: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Via Zoom)

April 9th: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM (In-Person @

Forsyth Tech)

April 26th: 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM (Via Zoom)

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Opportunities through April 15th!

April 11th: NC A&T and UNCG

April 14th: WSSU and Wake Forest

VISIT YOUR CROSBY SCHOLARS STUDENT PORTAL FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER!

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What is the Crosby Scholars Finish the FAFSA Agreement?

Parents, if you have logged into your Crosby Scholars Student Portal recently, you may have noticed a new pop-up box asking you to provide your consent for the Crosby Scholars Finish the FAFSA Agreement.

What is Crosby Scholars Finish the FAFSA Agreement and why is it important?

Crosby Scholars Finish the FAFSA Agreement allows Crosby Scholars Financial Aid Coordinator to provide support to students and families who need help submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, or FAFSA, during their senior year in high school. The Finish the FAFSA Agreement DOES NOT disclose any personal financial information. The Finish the FAFSA Agreement does not disclose any information on family or student income, citizenship information, social security numbers or any other personally identifiable information. The Finish the FAFSA Agreement data is not used for any purpose other than to offer students assistance with FAFSA completion. The Finish the FAFSA data will not be used to identify your student in any way.

Crosby Scholars Financial Aid Coordinator will only be able to confirm if your student has submitted and signed their FAFSA form, or if they have been selected for an additional FAFSA screening process called Verification. Crosby Scholars Financial Aid Coordinator will then contact your or your student to offer assistance with completion.

Submitting a FAFSA is a critical step toward creating a financial plan for college. The Finish the FAFSA Agreement allows Crosby Scholars Financial Aid Coordinator to provide one-on-one professional Financial Aid support to your family. Let us help you create your plan to pay for college by answering 'Yes' to the Finish the FAFSA Agreement inside your Crosby Scholars Parent Portal today.

Please contact Ashly Wilson at 336-582-0015 or awilson@crosbyscholars.org with any questions.

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Sophomore, Going on a College Tour?

Visiting a college campus is always exciting, but do you know how to get the most out of your experience? Below are some tips that may help you when you go on your next college tour:

Talk with

Ask Questions

Take Notes

Professors and current students

Eat in the

Sit in a Class Visit a Dorm

Dining Hall

Calling all Freshmen!

We hope you are having a great high school experience so far! But we've all been there, we get nervous or scared in unfamiliar places. Here are some tips that may help you with your transition to high school: 1. If you haven't already, join a club. This is the best way to meet people who share your same interests!

2. Pick electives you're interested in. Make it fun! Even if it's something you've never done before, you may end up liking it.

3. Don't be scared to ask for help. Your teachers, coaches and office staff are there for you as a resource. Don't know something? Just ask!

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Community Service APPLY NOW & VOLUNTEER IN THE SUMMER:

Log in to your Crosby Scholars Student Portal for more information!

Summer Junior Volunteer Program by Novant Health Summer Junior Volunteer Program by the Ronald McDonald House

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS How many hours of community service do I need?

We ask students to complete at least 2 hours of community service, but 5 hours is recommended.

Where can I volunteer?

Think about your interests, and then research nonprofit organizations that align with those interests. Who knows, volunteering could turn into a job or career later down the road.

Why do I have to do community service?

Service is important and allows you to gain skills and experience! It also shows that you can handle responsibility and helps you practice time management. Colleges look for students who are active and engaged with their community.

Reminder: Community Service deadline is May 13, 2022.

Click here to submit your hours.

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Summer Enrichment Ideas During the summer, many colleges and universities offer programs for high schoolers interested in knowing more about the college experience. You may get to stay in a dorm, eat all your meals at the cafeteria, and see what is like to live where you study!

Take Private Lessons or Sign up for a Class Have you ever wanted to play the guitar, sing, speak Korean, learn to cook... whatever it is, there is likely private lessons or classes that can help you learn a new skill! Use the internet to enroll in an online class or use your resources to see what you can find around your community.

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Enrich Your Mental Health Too

Get enough sleep Exercise Learn & practice breathing techniques Journal Eat healthy, drink water Say positive affirmations about yourself Get organized *Source: Choosementalhealth.org

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Community Resources ViP Tutoring

Serving K-12th grade students, the Virtual and in-Person Program (ViP) provides one-on-one academic assistance at no cost to students in need of extra resources, both in English and Spanish. If you are interested, you may also be eligible to join their team as a Tutor! Visit their website at https://www.viptutoring.org/

Piedmont Environmental Alliance

The 2022 Piedmont Earth Dar Fair will be held on Saturday, April 23 from 10 AM to 4 PM at the Winston-Salem Fairgrounds! There will be family fun, live music, food trucks, environmental education, and more. Attend the event for fun or sign up to volunteer! Visit their website for more information at https://www.peanc.org/

WSFCS 2022 Summer Learning Programs

The Winston-Salem Forsyth County Schools continues to provide a variety of learning opportunities for students this summer. All programs are free for students, most provide transportation, and all provide breakfast and lunch. The only fee-based program is the Summer Enrichment program, however this program has scholarship opportunities. Visit https://www.wsfcs.k12.nc.us/summerprograms to learn more information about each program and to register.

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