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Over the past week, our gym has become a refuge. In partnership with the American Red Cross ( @americanredcross ), Crossroads is now serving as an emergency shelter for families displaced by the recent tornadoes—particularly in North St. Louis, a historically Black neighborhood that has long been central to St. Louis’s movements for racial justice.
Our community has showed up without hesitation—for each other, and for the city we’re part of. That spirit is not exceptional; it’s who we are. As a city school, we know we’re not siloed. We’re deeply connected to the people, stories, and systems around us.
Now, there are two meaningful ways you can help:
🍽 Juneteenth Cookout – Thursday, June 19
We’re hosting a cookout at the shelter to celebrate freedom, resilience, and joy. You can sign up to help serve or set up (beginning at 4:00 pm), or donate funds for food.
Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4AAAAA2DA0F5C25-57317274-juneteenth (link in bio!)
📚 Storytime & Recess at the Shelter – Tuesdays & Thursdays
Beginning next week, from 5:30–7:00 pm, join us to read with kids and lead games outside. Students are welcome to join—but must be accompanied by a parent or adult volunteer.
Sign Up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0B4AAAAA2DA0F5C25-57317455-storytime
💙 This is how we live our values—respect, kindness, curiosity, and community care. Thank you for being part of it.
Even as summer begins, our team is hard at work preparing for the year ahead. Our rolling admissions process means it’s never too late (or too early!) to start your Crossroads journey. We’re currently accepting applications for both the 2025–2026 (limited spots available!) and 2026–2027 school years from grades 6 though 12—and our staff are here all summer to help.
📸 Swipe to see just a few glimpses of the energy and dedication (and fun!) happening on campus during summer service days.
Whether you’re looking now or planning ahead, we’d love to connect.
➡️ Visit crossroadscollegeprep.org/admissions to learn more (link in bio).
#Admissions #CrossroadsCollegePrep #CityAsCampus #FacultyInAction #LearnWithPurpose #STLschools
Every May, our middle schoolers close out the year with a truly Crossroadian tradition: a week at summer camp filled with outdoor adventure, hands-on learning, and deep community bonding. 🏕️🌲💙
From Dutch oven cooking and canoeing to service projects with the National Forest Service, this experience is all about growth, curiosity, and connection. This year was extra special — for the first time, several graduated seniors returned as camp counselors, bringing their wisdom, spirit, and love for Crossroads full circle. 💫✨
This is what sets our MS program apart — and why students leave inspired to question, lead, and care more deeply. We’re still enrolling for the 2025–26 school year — reach out soon, spots are limited! 📚🌟
#CrossroadsCollegePrep #MiddleSchoolMagic #CityAsCampus #OutdoorLearning #HandsOnEducation #CampLife #ServiceLearning #Crossroadian #LeadershipInAction #CommunityFirst #NowEnrolling #STLParents #WhatSchoolShouldBe
🚀 Big news: Crossroads has been awarded over $68,000 in an Innovator Grant from the Innovative Technology Education Fund (@innovateedtechfoundation)!
This grant will fund the creation of an Innovation Hub — a flexible, student-centered space where learners can explore emerging technologies, practice design thinking, and launch real-world projects.
The Innovation Hub will serve as home base for our 5th Day program, design thinking courses, and student-run enterprises like the Drone Crew 2.0 and student-led Media and Marketing Studio.
Thank you, ITEF, for investing in bold ideas and brilliant young minds. We can’t wait to build what’s next.
#InnovationInEducation #ITEFGrant #CityAsCampus #CrossroadsCreates #5thDay #DroneCrew #StudentEnterprises #AllforCrossroads #StLouis #EducationGrant
When Broadway actor Nick Drake ’16 returned to Crossroads this spring, it wasn’t just a visit — it was a full-circle moment. 💫🎭
Currently starring as May, a genderqueer character in the national tour of &Juliet, Nick carved out time to reconnect with our students, reflect on their journey, and offer tickets to the show for Crossroads students and staff. Their visit was a gift — especially for our young performers, queer students, and anyone dreaming big.
Nick shared how being seen and celebrated at Crossroads — in roles like Angel in Rent and Gomez in The Addams Family — gave them the confidence to step into one of the toughest industries as their full, authentic self. That kind of affirmation isn’t just meaningful — it’s life-changing. 🌈💙
At Crossroads, we create space for students to be bold, creative, and unapologetically themselves. Watching Nick shine on stage — and return with such generosity — reminds us what’s possible when young people grow in a community that truly sees them. ✨️
#CrossroadsCollegePrep #AlumniSpotlight #NickDrake #BroadwayBound #AndJuliet #QueerJoy #TheatreKids #PerformingArts #CityAsCampus #BeSeen #BeHeard #BeYou #LGBTQYouth #ArtsEducation #WhatSchoolShouldBe
We closed out the school year the only way Crossroads knows how: Field Day competitions, a hilarious Lip Sync battle, and a whole lot of community joy. Thank you to every student, teacher, and family who made our 50th year so special. We can’t wait to see you back in August — until then, have a fantastic summer, Crossroads family!
#CrossroadsCollegePrep #CrossroadsFamily #FieldDayFun #LipSyncBattle #CommunityJoy #50YearsOfCrossroads #SeeYouInAugust #SummerBreak
We’re planning something special: a Crossroads alumni night at the ballpark with Arthur!
Even when the Cardinals were struggling, Arthur never missed a chance to go—and he loved taking students along for easy conversations about baseball and life.
Now, we’re inviting alumni from the First Fifteen (those early years when Arthur and Carol helped build the school) to join us for a fun night together.
📅 Save the date: Tuesday, August 12
⚾ Cardinals vs. Rockies
🎟️ Guest suite (40 spots), tickets + refreshments provided!
We’re gauging interest before we finalize plans. If you think you might want to join, please complete the short form in our bio asap!
Let’s make it a night to remember!
#CrossroadsAlumni #Crossroads50 #CardinalsNight
We’re still feeling the love from Teacher Appreciation Week — from handwritten notes, to sweet treats, to a National Cereal Day bar 🥣 (!!!), and thoughtful gifts from Student Council. Our staff give so much to our students and school community, and it means the world to show them how valued they are.
As we wrap up this school year, we’re especially grateful for the strength and care that surrounds us, both inside and beyond Crossroads. Here’s to continuing to show up for each other, every step of the way. 💙
