Zoe Conner, Author at Crossroads College Preparatory School

International Alum Hannah Stadlober Reflects Upon Return

November 12, 2025

I wanted to sincerely thank you for the warm welcome during my recent visit. Being back at Crossroads brought back so many wonderful memories of my time there during the 2006/07 school year. Thank you for taking the time to meet with me and show me around — it truly meant a lot. It was so special to see so...

Crossroads Opens Doors to Red Cross Shelter

June 21, 2025

In the wake of the recent tornadoes that devastated parts of St. Louis—particularly the historically Black neighborhoods in North St. Louis—Crossroads College Preparatory School responded with care, speed, and commitment to community. Starting June 10, the school opened its gymnasium and North parking lot as an emergency shelter operated by the American Red Cross, offering temporary refuge for families displaced...

From Crisis to Community: Finishing Strong at Crossroads

June 10, 2025

In the aftermath of the May 17 tornado, Crossroads adapted quickly to ensure student and community safety. Damage to nearby power lines and concerns over the school’s roof and HVAC systems delayed our return to campus. Classes were canceled the Monday following the storm, and students engaged in asynchronous virtual learning on Tuesday. Despite the disruption, our community’s resilience and...

A Graduation to Remember: Crossroads Quickly Adapts to Celebrate Class of 2025

May 23, 2025

When a tornado devastated much of the Crossroads neighborhood just days before graduation, the odds seemed stacked against the Class of 2025 getting the sendoff they deserved. But in true Crossroads fashion, our community rallied, pivoted, and pulled off one of the most memorable and meaningful graduations in school history. With no power in the building and the gym unavailable,...

Tornado Strikes Crossroads Neighborhood: Community Responds with Strength and Solidarity

May 20, 2025

On Friday, May 17, an EF-3 tornado with winds exceeding 150 mph tore through St. Louis, leaving a 23-mile path of destruction across the Central West End, Forest Park, and North St. Louis—a neighborhood central to our city’s Civil Rights history. Crossroads College Prep sat squarely in its path. While our campus was spared from catastrophic damage, the storm left...

Pride Week at Crossroads: Visibility, Celebration, and Community

April 20, 2025

Crossroads marked Pride Week with color, creativity, and care—highlighting the values of inclusivity and student voice that define our community. Organized by the Gender & Sexuality Alliance (GSA), the week-long celebration brought energy and visibility to the experiences and histories of LGBTQIA+ people while building a joyful, affirming space for all students. The building itself became a canvas for celebration,...

AISAP Visit Confirms Crossroads’ Strengths

March 7, 2025

This week, consultants from the Association of Independent School Admission Professionals (AISAP) spent two days on campus, meeting with our teachers, staff, students, and families—and their feedback was glowing. Their visit was part of an ongoing review of enrollment and institutional vitality. Feedback highlighted the power, integrity, and authenticity of the Crossroads experience: how students are known and seen, how...

Crossroads Theater Presents a Stunning Reimagining of Eurydice

March 6, 2025

The Crossroads Theater Ensemble recently brought Sarah Ruhl’s Eurydice to life in a visually striking and emotionally captivating production. This student-led performance reimagined the classic Greek myth through inventive staging, powerful ensemble work, and creative storytelling, leaving audiences mesmerized. A Unique and Challenging Production Unlike traditional productions, Crossroads’ Eurydice was staged in an ensemble style, with four different students simultaneously...

Black Student Union Hosts Black Arts Explosion 2025

March 4, 2025

Last week, the Crossroads Black Student Union (BSU) hosted Black Arts Explosion (BAE), an annual event dedicated to celebrating Black creativity, culture, and history. This dynamic evening showcased the incredible talents of our students and local artists, fostering a powerful space for expression, connection, and community engagement. From spoken word poetry to live music and dance, BAE highlighted the depth...

Special Visit Day Welcomes Future Sixth Graders

February 20, 2025

February kicked off with Crossroads hosting its first-ever special Visit Day for incoming sixth graders, marking a milestone in our expansion to include a middle school experience. Students and families toured the building, met teachers, and participated in a mini-classroom experience designed to showcase our unique city-based, student-centered model. We’ve been intentionally planning this new addition for months, and seeing...