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Junior Program

September 2021

Crosby

Scholars is

Here for

YOU!

Welcome to the 2021-22 School Year, Crosby Scholar!

OUR MISSION We will assist public middle and high school students in Forsyth

WE ARE HYBRID THIS YEAR! We will have both

County in preparing themselves for

virtual and in-person

successful college enrollment.

options for completing Crosby Scholars Requirements this

OUR VISION To ensure that every public school student in Forsyth County has the opportunity to attend college.

year to meet the needs and preferences of all of our students!

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Junior Program

September 2021

Junior Program Requirements The Junior Program requires an increased commitment to your future. Our requirements are in place to steer you toward college admission by helping you become fully prepared for the demands of senior year.

Here is a quick look at your Junior Program requirements: Attend one Junior Academy in the fall of 2021, hosted August - November 2021.

Complete at least two hours of community service by January 31, 2022. Juniors who complete 5 hours

by January 31, 2022 will complete both the junior and senior year requirement at once. Students can now submit an online community service form. Click here to submit.

Attend one Think Like a Senior Session in the Spring of the Junior year Speak with four admissions reps by attending one PSOS college fair, or by visiting four college campuses by October of your senior year. We are allowing students to complete the College Fair/College Visit requirement virtually. Check out your Crosby Scholars Student Portal for more information to complete an online form for virtual college visits.

Do not receive out-of-school suspension Continue to participate in It’s My Call/It’s Our Call random drug screening program at your school Remain enrolled in a Forsyth County public school and graduate from a Forsyth County public school Fulfill the terms of the Partnership Agreement A list of junior year program requirements is always posted in your Crosby Scholars Student Portal.

Remember, juniors cannot re-enroll in the Program, so pay attention to deadlines, and plan ahead for completing all aspects of the Junior Program.

Don't forget what YOU offer as a Crosby Scholar!

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Many nonprofits in the community rely on volunteer hours from Crosby Scholars students. Visit the Crosby Scholars website for information regarding available community service opportunities.

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Junior Program

September 2021

2021 Junior Academies As a Junior, you are required to attend 1 Junior Academy in the fall. Here are all scheduled fall Junior Academy dates.

Registration for fall Junior Academies will open on the first of each month in the Crosby Scholars Student Portal.

You must register in advance to attend a fall Junior Academy.

AUGUST Thurs Aug. 19 Sat Aug. 28

SEPTEMBER

11:30 AM Goodwill 9:00 AM Zoom

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Nov 11 10:00 AM Goodwill Nov 11 3:00 PM Zoom

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Junior Program

September 2021

Upcoming Programs and Resources for Junior Students and Parents!

The Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test (PSAT/NMSQT) will be tentatively administered on October 16, 2021. Check with your Student Services office for registration details.

By taking the PSAT as a junior, you can qualify for the National Merit Scholarship. There are also other programs and scholarships students can receive through special qualifications on the PSAT/NMSQT, such as the National Hispanic Recognition Program.

Students must take the PSAT as a junior in order to qualify for these awards. Just like any other standardized tests, you can study and prepare for the PSAT. Click here to learn more about the PSAT/NMSQT and find practice questions.

Click here to access your Junior Notebook

Junior Academy Parent Recap Tuesday, October 19 12:00-1:00pm Virtual Presentation and will be recorded Registration opens Oct 1st

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Junior Program

September 2021

The Crosby Scholars Student/Parent Portal The Crosby Scholars Student/Parent Portal is your gateway to Crosby Scholars Events. Log in regularly to register for Academies, check your community service status, and take advantage of our free resources.

Email seniorprogram@crosbyscholars.org to request your portal username and password. Keep your information upto-date so Crosby Scholars staff is always able to connect with you.

UPDATE YOUR CONTACT INFORMATION Don't miss out on important program updates! Be sure to update your contact information in your Crosby Scholars Student Portal!

Log into your Crosby Scholars Student Portal and edit the information in the Profile Tab. Please remember you must log in as the student in order to edit your student information.

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Junior Program

September 2021

Meet the Junior Program Team!

Megan Tang

Jess Hancock

Associate Director of College Access

Junior/Senior Program Associate

Megan is a proud alum of Crosby Scholars. She graduated from Wake Forest University and received her masters from UNC Chapel Hill.

She has two little boys who share the same passion for the Demon Deacons and all things outdoors!

As a former admissions counselor, she most loves assisting students in polishing their college essay! mtang@crosbyscholars.org

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Jess is from Richmond, VA, and is a proud Gamecock alum of the University of South Carolina where she studied Exercise Science and Public Health.

Jess lives in Winston-Salem with her husband, Trent, and their dog, Silas.

Jess enjoys baking, learning, time outdoors, spritual community, and quality time with friends and family.

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Junior Program

September 2021

Do you know students in grades 6-10? Encourage your peers to join over 11,000 middle and high school students in Forsyth County on the path to College.

Preparing for college

Why join the Crosby Scholars Program?

Career and College Exploration

starts early! Crosby

Community Service Opportunities and Crosby Scholars

Scholars is here to

Perks to Get Involved and Have Fun!

ensure that every public school student has the opportunity to attend college.

One-on-One Advisors, College Campus Visits, Admissions and Financial Aid Workshops for High Schoolers Over $900,000 in Scholarships and Last Dollar Grant for College Tuition Awarded Annually And more! All at no cost to you.

Our application is open!

Scan the code to apply! seniorprogram@crosbyscholars.org

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Crosby Scholars Open House Streamed on Facebook Live More Details Coming Soon!!

Parents will have the opportunity to hear about the Middle and High School Programs, and our specialized Outreach programs.

This is for parents of potential Crosby Scholars, newly enrolled Crosby Scholar Parents, and for current Crosby Scholars Parents who want a greater understanding of what we do.

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