Announcements
GCS Foundation Scholarship Application Now Open
Seniors attending any Greenville County high school can now apply for the GCS Foundation Scholarship. This scholarship is made possible by the annual GCS Golf Scholarship Tournament. Completed applications and required documents must be submitted to Ms. Hightower in the Counseling Office by 4:00 pm Wednesday, January 20, 2027. The link to the application packet can be found below or you can pick up an application in the Counseling Office. 
Kitty M. Fairey Educational Fund Scholarship
The Kitty M. Fairey Educational Fund Scholarship is now open for current seniors with a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and financial need. To apply visit https://csascholars.org/kmfr/. The scholarship deadline is February 4, 2027.
2027-2028 Watson-Brown Foundation Scholarship
The application window for the 2027-2028 Watson-Brown Scholarship is now open. Please visit our website at https://watson-brown.org/scholarship/ to start your application today! The deadline to apply is February 1, 2027. 
Greenville Federal Credit Union Scholarship
The Greenville Federal Credit Union scholarship application is now open until February 1, 2027. This scholarship will award six scholarships to eligible Greenville County Schools graduating seniors in the spring of 2027. For requirements and additional information, see the attached flyer. (Application link: https://greenvillefcu.com/about/greenville-federal-credit-union-foundation/#scholarships) 
South Carolina Junior Golf Foundation Scholarship
The South Carolina Junior Golf Foundation Scholarship application window is now open for current seniors who have a competitive or recreational interest in golf, demonstrate financial need and community involvement with service/volunteer work and a 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale. There are 6 different scholarships being offered through the foundation. Deadline to submit a scholarship packet is January 19, 2027. 
Website to apply and for additional information: https://scholarshipprograms.org/golf/
Silver Pen Award Writing Competition
The Silver Pen Award Writing Competition is now open and accepting applications from High School Seniors. Visit the links below for competition requirements and to apply. The deadline for entries is Sunday, January 31, 2027. 
Silver Pen - Requirements and Application
American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Contest
The 2027 American Legion High School Oratorical Scholarship Contest is now open for all high school students. The submission deadline is January 19, 2027. More information about the scholarships and the rules to apply can be found at the links below: 
EOC - Fall 2026
End of Course (EOC) exams will take place in December 2026. All EOCs will start at 8:45 AM. The English 2 Writing EOC will take place on December 3 and 4. English 2 teachers will communicate their specific test date to their classes. 1st period EOC classes will test on Tuesday, December 8. 2nd period EOC classes will test on Wednesday, December 9. 3rd period EOC classes and 4th period Honors EOC classes will test on Thursday, December 10. 4th period CP EOC classes will test on Friday, December 11.
Please do not schedule any appointments during your student’s EOC exam time. Students must arrive at school on time as testing must start early in the day. Students who arrive late will not be able to test on their scheduled day.
Calculators - The Algebra 1 and Biology 1 EOC both have the Desmos calculator built in their system. Students may bring their own calculator, but it must be turned in to their teacher or the testing coordinator 24 hours in advance.
Electronic Devices - Students may NOT be in possession of any electronic device(s) during the test administration that can be used for communicating, recording, timing, creating images, or storing images except for necessary medical devices. These devices include but are not limited to smartglasses, smartwatches, earbuds, AirPods, cell phones, etc. Students in possession of an electronic device during testing will face consequences such as out of school suspension (OSS), device confiscation, test invalidation, criminal actions or civil or legal sanctions.
Parent Resources for the EOCEP Assessment - There is a Parent Resource webpage on the SCDE website at the following location:
2027 Journalism Contest: "Celebrating Value and Talent"
This is an annual contest that encourages students to explore and tell stories about the contributions of people with disabilities in the workforce. Students ages 16 -19 can win a four-year college scholarship by writing about the positive impact of people with disabilities in the American workforce. The deadline to enter is January 15, 2027.
Freshman Meeting
Our freshman class met with administrators and counselors on Wednesday to discuss information about registering for next year's classes, graduation and promotion requirements and so much more. Our student ambassadors aso presented to our freshmen. Links to the slides that were presented can be found by clicking the links below.
Freshman Class Meeting Student Ambassador Presentation
PTSA Reflections 2026-27
Mauldin High School PTSA is proud to sponsor the National PTA Reflections Arts Program to give our students opportunities for recognition of their artistic talents and access to the arts. Every year students create original works of art in response to a student created theme. The 2026-27 theme is "What My Culture Means to Me” and we invite you to explore the arts and express yourself! Show your talents in one or all of these arts categories: Dance Choreography, Film Production, Literature, Music Composition, Photography and Visual Arts. Students may have unlimited entries. Artists will be recognized at the school level and will also have the opportunity to advance to the District, State and even National levels! All entries are submitted online only (not from school email or school computer). Submissions are due by Friday, January 8, 2027. If you have any questions please email mavptareflections@gmail.com. Click the links below for complete rules and for the entry form. 
Fine Arts Center - Information Session
Parents - You are cordially invited to attend an informational session for parents of students interested in applying to the Fine Arts Center for the 2027-2028 school year. This event is designed specifically for parents to learn more about our programs and gain insight into the opportunities available for students at the Fine Arts Center. We will cover the application and audition process so that families know what to expect.
Date - Thursday, December 10, 2026 Time - 7:00 p.m. Location - Fine Arts Center; 102 Pine Knoll Drive, Greenville
Please note:
- Sign up for your spot here. Sign Up Genius
- Due to seating limitations only 2 parents per family can attend.
- If both parents are attending, both must sign up individually for a spot. This will allow us to accurately account for seating.
- This session is for 8th-11th grade parents only. Students should not attend.
- If the session is full, you can watch the program at the following link - Live Stream Link
New High Marks for Graduation Rate, College/Career Ready Rates and Report Cards
Reaching Higher at Greenville County Schools! At Mauldin High School, we are celebrating GCS as one of the first school districts in South Carolina to earn the 90-90-90 milestone by surpassing 90% in all three major achievement areas: reaching a 92.2% Graduation Rate for the Class of 2026, 90.5% of the graduating class earning College/Career Ready status, and 98.9% of Greenville County schools rated Excellent, Good, or Average on the State Report Card. This is a powerful reflection of the GCS Advantage in action, where we have Stronger Communities, Greater Opportunities! To learn more about the celebration, visit GCS’s website. 
Fine Arts Center - Application Open
The application to attend the Fine Arts Center during the 2027-2028 school year opened on October 1, 2026. Interested students in grades 8-11 have until January 28, 2027 to complete the application. Students should speak to their School Counselor regarding the opportunity to tour the Fine Arts Center and explore their award-winning programs, which include:
Architecture 
Creative Writing
Dance
Digital Filmmaking
Music - Jazz Studies, Percussion, Recording Arts, Strings Chamber Music, Voice, Winds Chamber Music
Theatre Design & Production
Theatre Performance
Visual Arts
For more information, please visit the FIne Arts Center website and click on ADMISSIONS.
In addition, registration is now open for the Fine Arts Center Audition/Portfolio Workshops. For more information and to register, please click the link below.
Graduation Supplies
Seniors Class of 2027 and Families -
It’s time to order your graduation supplies! Visit www.jostens.com, select your school, view your options, and place your order. Please review the attached flyer and scan the QR code for direct access to your school’s ordering site. We encourage you to order soon so you will be ready to celebrate your senior year! 
Deadline for ordering is October 31 for current pricing - prices increase on November 1, 2026 - so order now
Congratulations Class of 2027!
Jostens website - Mauldin High
Order Your Yearbook!!
Purchase your yearbook now before the price increases - $80 during first semester; price increases to $90 during second semester. All online sales end on April 23, 2027.
Click the link below or scan the QR code to order. Use school code #15881. 
Athletic Insurance
You may purchase athletic Insurance for MHS students, middle schoolers playing a sport at MHS and home schoolers zoned for MHS by scanning the QR code..png)
Clemson Career Workshop
The Clemson Career Workshop (CCW) is a two-year college preparation and Clemson recruitment program. Students apply during their sophomore year and, if selected, begin the program during the summer before their junior year.
For more information, click the link - CCW - More Information
Applications are now open until January 1, 2027. Application Link
Graduation - Class of 2027
View the full graduation schedule for GCSD here -
Senior Yearbook Ads
Senior Parents - It's time to order a yearbook and include a senior ad! Click the link below for more information on how to design and order your senior ad. The deadline to order a senior ad is Thursday, December 31.
Technology Safety - Virtual Parent Workshops
Greenville County Schools is hosting a series of virtual parent workshops related to technology safety. Please click the link below to review the sessions being offered and to register.
Join the MAV Market Volunteer Team!!
The Mav Market, run entirely by our amazing PTSA volunteers, needs YOUR help to make it happen!
Did you know?
~The Mav Market is the ONLY fundraiser our PTSA does all year!
~Every dollar raised goes DIRECTLY to support our students, teachers, and school!
~It’s a fun and meaningful way to get involved and give back to our Mav community!
Sign up to volunteer today - click the link below!
Let’s make the Mav Market a success together!
Media Pass Request
Please click the link below for media pass requests for Athletic Events.
Booster Club Passes
Mauldin Athletic Booster Club passes are now on sale. The Booster Club supports Mauldin Athletics through fundraising initiatives to ensure success for all student-athletes. Save money while supporting your Mavs! Click the links below for more information and to purchase your pass.
Information - Booster Club Passes
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