Crosby Senior Newsletter
October - Class of 2024
Countdown to College in 3, 2, 1...Let's Go!
Top Three Things for October
- Event Dates: Academies 10/14 & 10/28
- Senior Program Requirements
- CFNC Countdown to College - FREE Application Week! October 16-20
It's go time, Seniors! October is Countdown to College month when educational professionals assist high school seniors with college applications. As you navigate this semester, remember to focus, work hard, and ask questions. You are your biggest advocate and in control of your academic success!
Questions about your Senior year? Contact Cindy Livengood at clivengood@crosbyscholarsrowan.org.
Crosby Academy Dates
Crosby Academies
Date: October 14th: RDS Lab & CFNC Profile
Date: October 28th: Career Pathways
Date: December 2nd: FAFSA Lab
Location: Rowan Cabarrus Community College - North Campus 1333 Jake Alexander Blvd S Salisbury, NC 28146
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Register Here: https://forms.gle/kMFd2dXtWNuvADUo9
College Tour
Appalachian College Tour
Date: Wednesday, October 11th
Time: 7:45 AM - 4:30 PM
Location: Superior Storage Parking Lot
725 Jake Alexander Blvd S. Salisbury, NC
Register Here: https://forms.gle/jz4DmYhvMye1YjUc9
Parent Permission Form: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-rCyeummhiizzpJi3Ie3cwyTK8hE7HyA/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=116409668966272306900&rtpof=true&sd=true
CFNC Countdown to College
CFNC Countdown to College is a month-long initiative to increase the number of students who pursue post-secondary education by assisting high school seniors with the college application process. FREE College Application Week is October 16-20, when many NC colleges and universities waive application fees.
Check out CFNC: https://www.cfnc.org/
The UNC System is hosting its fourth annual Virtual Open House
The UNC System is hosting its fourth annual Virtual Open House for prospective students, families, and high school counselors to learn more about the 16 UNC System universities.
During the week of October 2, 2023 a series of four virtual sessions will be hosted via Zoom Webinar. Admissions Counselors from each institution will share helpful information about the admissions process and current students from each university will share about their college experience and answer your questions live.
If you are a rising high school Junior, Senior, Early or Middle College student (first-year), this event is for you!
Each session will be recorded and posted below after the event takes place.
SCHEDULE
Session 1 – Register Here!
Monday, October 2, 2023; 6 pm to 7:15 pm
Featuring: East Carolina University, NC State University, UNC Asheville, Winston-Salem State University
Session 2 – Register Here!
Tuesday, October 3, 2023; 6 pm to 7:15 pm
Featuring: Fayetteville State University, UNC School of the Arts, UNC Wilmington, UNC-Chapel Hill
Session 3 – Register Here!
Wednesday, October 4, 2023; 6 pm to 7:15 pm
Featuring: Elizabeth City State University, NC A&T State University, UNC Charlotte, Western Carolina University
Session 4 – Register Here!
Thursday, October 5, 2023; 6 pm to 7:15 pm
Featuring: Appalachian State University, North Carolina Central University, UNC Greensboro, UNC Pembroke
Senior Program Requirements
Seniors are required to complete the following requirements:
- Attend Senior Orientation and 1 academy.
- Complete 4 Senior Advisor meetings.
- Submit at least 2 hours of community service by January 31st, 2024.
- Attend 1 College Fair or 4 College Tours by January 31st, 2024.
Crosby Scholars Rowan 12th Grade Website: Click HERE
Community Service Form: Click HERE
College Tour Form: Click HERE
All links can also be found on our Crosby Scholars Website. Please let us know if you have any questions!
Task 1: Apply to Colleges!
Start submitting your applications on Common App. If you need someone to review your essay, please email Cindy at clivengood@crosbyscholarsrowan.org
FAFSA will open in December. Students can create their FAFSA ID now, but the form will not be open until December. For more information click here: https://studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa
Task 2: Attend a Crosby Academy!
Crosby Academies
Date: October 14th: RDS Lab & CFNC Profile
Date: October 28th: Career Pathways
Date: December 2nd: FAFSA Lab
Location: Rowan Cabarrus Community College - North Campus 1333 Jake Alexander Blvd S, Salisbury, NC 28146
Time: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Register Here: https://forms.gle/kMFd2dXtWNuvADUo9
TASK 3: Complete Your 2nd Survey & Meet With Your Senior Advisor
Steps to Complete Survey
1. Naviance Student Login: https://student.naviance.com/crosschol
2. Click "Planner"
3. Click "Tasks"
4. Click "Meeting 2- Fall: Class of 2024 Survey 2"
Reach out to us!
Email: info@crosbyscholarsrowan.org
Website: http://www.crosbyscholarsrowan.org/
Location: 225 North Main Street, Salisbury, NC, United States
Phone: 704-762-3512
Facebook: facebook.com/RowanCrosbyScholars/
Twitter: @RoCo_Crosby