What's Happening at Mauldin High School This Week?

This Week at MHS!

9/20/2011

• Underclass Make up Pictures Audi
• Senior Panoramic Picture 8:45 a.m. Gym
• JV Girl's Tennis @ Christ Church
• Speech & Debate Practice 4-6 p.m. Media Center
• Homecoming Sponsor & Reps 3 p.m. Audi
• Musical Rehearsal 4-7 p.m. Audi
• Girls Golf @ Eastside 4:30 p.m.
• MAV Swim vs. Riverside @ Brookside Pool 5:30 p.m.
• Maverick Wrestling Club 6:30 p.m. Main Gym

9/21/2011

• Chess Club 7:45-8:30 a.m. Room B103
• Musical Rehearsal 4-7 p.m. Audi
• MAV Cross Country vs. Hillcrest HS and Riverside HS at MMS
• Girls Tennis vs. TL Hanna
• Honor Council 7:45 a.m. Audi

9/22/2011

• Musical Rehearsal 4-7 p.m. Audi
• Girls Golf @ Hillcrest 4:30 pm
• Girls Tennis vs. Riverside MHS
• 'C' & 'JV' Football vs. Boiling Springs C Team @ 5:30 JV Team @ 7:30
• JV Girl's Tennis @ Riverside
• Volleyball vs. Riverside 6:30 p.m.
• Maverick Wrestling Club 6:30 p.m. Main Gym

9/23/2011

• FCA 7:45 am Audi
• Student Council District Rally Brookwood Church
• Varsity Football @ Boiling Springs 7:30pm

9/24/2011

• Speech and Debate Trip to USC, Columbia
• Viking Cheer Invitational @ Spartanburg High

Spanish National Honor Society Meetings 
SNHS Meetings will take place the third Thursday of each month at 8:10 a.m. in B125, Mrs. Shanna Yown's room. The dates are Oct. 20, Nov. 17, Dec. 15, Jan. 19, Feb. 16, March 15, April 19, and May 17.  Our induction will be at 6:30 p.m. on Sept 27 in the media center.

Future Business Leaders of America Meeting – Tuesday, Sept. 20

There will be a brief informational meeting of all students interested in joining FBLA (Future Business Leaders of America)  at 4 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 20 in D125 - Ms. Susan Theisen's room. 

Homecoming 2011 
Pictures in the Auditorium beginning with Seniors at 3 p.m. on Tuesday, Sept. 20th
Practice on the football field will be at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 29 and at 3:45 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 6.
Homecoming is Friday, Oct. 7 vs. JL Mann. 

United States Senate Youth Program Scholarship Program for SC 
Amount: $5,000
Who is eligible?
 •Students must currently be enrolled as a high school junior or senior in a public, private, or home school in South Carolina. 
 •Students must currently serve as president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, or student council representative of their student body, senior class, or junior class. Students can also qualify as a current student representative elected or selected (selected by a panel, commission, or board) to a district, regional, or state-level (beyond high school level) civic or educational organization.
 •Students should have an interest in current public affairs, political subjects, history, international relations, and a career in public service.

In order to apply for this scholarship you must meet with Mrs. Dalton Kelsey by Sept. 23. 

CAN Club Accepting Applications 
Are you known for your dedication and passion both in and out of the classroom?  Would you like to make an impact on the life of an elementary school student?  The CAN club is currently accepting applications for members.  If you are interested in joining CAN, pick up an application from Mrs. Biggs' room (B122) or come to our next meeting at 8:15 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 21 in Room B122.  

2011 Greenville County College Fair - Sunday, Oct. 23 (2:30 - 4:30 p.m.) and Monday, Oct. 24 (9 - 11:30 a.m.) at the TD Convention Center (formerly the Carolina First Center).  More than 125 colleges and universities from across the nation will participate.  On Sunday, from 1- 2:30 p.m. there will be workshop sessions for parents and students.  There is no cost to attend the fair.  There are three workshop sessions for parents and students covering such topics as college admission tests, financial aid and scholarships, and how to complete a college application.  On Monday, bus transportation will be provided through CACRAO for high school juniors and seniors to attend the event.  For additional information, please click HERE to visit the College Fair website.  

SAT and ACT Test Prep – Carolina Academy for Educational Excellence
Currently Scheduling One-on-One Sessions
Full prep for SAT includes ten 1.5 hour sessions for Critical Reading and Writing and seven 1.5 hour sessions for Math. ACT students receive eight 1.5 hour sessions for Reading and English, four 1.5 hour sessions for Math and four 1.5 hour sessions for Science.

For previous test takers who are looking to "fine-tune" their current scores or students with a fast-approaching test date, we offer an intensive prep customized to fit the needs and schedule of the student.

One-on-One Sessions Include:

• Specific content review and instruction based on individual needs
• Integrated time practice throughout the prep
• Test-Taking Strategies Modeled and Practiced
• Confidence Building

Please call early to schedule sessions. Students need adequate time to comfortably complete our test prep! 864-234-7984

To learn more about Carolina Academy for Educational Excellence please visit our website at www.carolinaacademy.net.

One-on-One Tutoring is also available in all subjects!

Yearbook Wants to Feature Your Child!

The Yearbook Staff is looking for fun and interesting stories about our students for the yearbook. Please contact Mrs. Beth Ward (bward@greenville.k12.sc.us) with student's name, grade and story idea.

SunnyD Labels Wanted – Please Send to Media Center!
The Media Center needs 20 SunnyD labels to receive 20 SunnyD Book Spree books for the children's literature collection (used by teacher cadets and Speech & Debate classes). Labels from all shrink-wrapped packs and bottles 16 oz. or larger are eligible. Thanks!

Math Tutoring Available on Thursdays 
Clemson graduate students will be available to tutor Math on Thursday afternoons in the media center from 3:45 to 4:45. No reservations needed, just show up!

ATTENTION TEACHERS AND PARENTS: 
Have you linked your Bilo Bonus card to your Boostersplus card?

If you haven't, Mauldin is not earning the one percent back in cash rewards that we could be using for educational programs and supplies.  Over 2200 Bilo Boostersplus Cards were sent home in the first day packets but only 125 have been used to link the Bonus Card. It's as simple as this:

Take your Boostersplus card with you the next time you shop at Bilo. (If you've misplaced your card, more are available in the front office.) REMEMBER - Each household with a My BI-LO BONUSCARD can sign up for three organizations each program year. 

1. When you check out, ask the cashier to scan it along with your Bonuscard.
2. Throw the Boostersplus card away (not the Bonus Card) or keep it to link your card next Fall. Your account is now linked so that MHS gets 1% cash in rewards so be sure to use your Bonuscard every time you shop!

Mauldin is one of the biggest schools in Greenville County. Let's show our community how supportive we are of it.  Remember, not only will we earn money for our school but we are in the running for a Promethean Smart Board.  Let's win it!  Link your card today!!

CALLING ALL FREEZERS!
If anyone has an old refrigerator or freezer that is in good working condition the MAVS Booster Club could use it in their concessions.  Please contact Gary Chew at gchew@ahold.com or dial 354-1605

Student Highlights Bulletin Board Needs Photos & Newspaper Clippings!
Please remember there is a Student Highlights Bulletin Board in the atrium and I would love to see it filled up with items of news from YOU!  If you have any photos, newspaper clippings, etc. of an MHS student's achievements, whether it is something school related or not, please let me know because I would love to add them to our bulletin board!

WE REALLY NEED YOUR HELP TO MAKE THIS BULLETIN BOARD A SUCCESS! 

Please contact Susan Rowe at 363-4187 or susanrowe4@gmail.com for submissions.  THANK YOU!!!

Parent Portal Information 
Once again this year Greenville County Schools has a unique tool to help you track information about your child. It is called the Parent Portal. This tool will help you be better informed about your child's academic performance, attendance and discipline.

If you used the portal last year, your user name and password are the same as you set it last year. This applies to any student who attended Greenville County Schools. So if you used the Parent Portal as an 8th grade parent or parent at another high school, you do not need another password. This initial user name and password you created will follow your child as long as s/he attends a school in Greenville County

If you are new to our district or did not use the Parent Portal last year; you may pick-up your access ID and password in the Mauldin High School Guidance Office during regular hours of 8:00a.m. – 4:00p.m. See below.

In order to take advantage of this system, you must initially obtain an access ID and password. With this access ID and password, you can set up your own personal username and password to monitor your child's academics, attendance and much more.  Because this information is sensitive, you must pick up the access ID and password in person at the MHS Guidance Office and show proper identification as requested.  Information will only be released to legal biological parents or guardians (no step-parents unless the school has a signed document on file allowing the release of student information to the step-parent). The school will not email, mail or provide the information over the phone.  Once you set-up your account, there is a user guide online to assist with features of this program.

SAT/ACT Prep - Carolina Academy for Educational Excellence
          10 Arborland Way (located off Haywood Road)
          864-234-7984
          www.carolinaacademy.net
   
One-on-One Sessions - Comprehensive and individualized. Please call for a consultation.

As Always, One-on-One Tutoring is Available Year-Round! All Subjects!

For information and to register-Call: 864-234-7984

Urban League Sponsors Free SAT & ACT Workshops
WHEN:     SATURDAYs:  Always the Two Saturdays before the actual scheduled test.

WHERE:   McALISTER SQUARE-UNIVERSITY CENTER
                      225 S PLEASANTBURG DRIVE
                      GREENVILLE, SC  29607 
TIME:       9 a.m.—Noon

(Enter University Center from the North end of building near theater and bank.  Proceed down sidewalk between University Center and Phillips Staffing.  Enter building, turn left, go upstairs and turn left in the main hallway and walk straight into ROOM 513.
Contact:  Will Gregg or Carol Martin - (864) 244-3862
Presenter:  KAPLAN Certified Instructor (s)

Oct. 1, 2011       SAT Test Date

1) Sep. 24, 2011

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Late registration until Sept. 21

Oct. 22, 2011          ACT Test  Date

1) Oct. 8, 2011

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Register by Sept. 16

2) Oct. 15, 2011

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Late registration until Oct. 1

Nov. 5, 2011           SAT Test Date

1) Oct. 22, 2011

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Register by Oct. 7

2) Oct. 29, 2011

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Late registration until Oct. 21

Dec. 3, 2011        SAT Test Date

1) Nov. 19, 2011

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Register by Nov. 8

2) Nov. 26, 2011

Workshop

9 a.m.-1 p.m. (w/ACT)

Late registration until Nov. 20

Dec. 10, 2011       ACT Test Date

1) Nov. 26, 2011

Workshop

9 a.m.-1 p.m. (w/SAT)

Register by Nov. 4

2) Dec. 3, 2011

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Late registration until Nov. 18

Jan. 28, 2012       SAT Test Date

1) Jan. 14, 2012

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Register by Dec. 30

2) Jan. 21, 2012

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Late registration until Jan. 13

Feb. 11, 2012      ACT Test Date

1) Jan. 28, 2012

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Register by Jan. 13

2) Feb. 4, 2012

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Late registration until Jan. 20

March 10, 2012    SAT Test Date

1) Feb. 25, 2012

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Register by Feb. 10

2) March 3, 2012

Workshop

 9 a.m. - noon

Late registration until Feb. 24

April 14, 2012    ACT Test Date

1) March 31, 2012

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Register by March 9

2) April 7, 2012

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Late registration until Mar 23

May 5, 2012    SAT Test Date

1) April 21, 2012

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Register by April 6

2) April 28, 2012

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Late registration until April 20

June 2, 2012        SAT Test Date

1) May 19

Workshop

9 a.m. - noon

Register by May 8

2) May 26

Workshop

9 a.m.–1 p.m. (w/ ACT)

Late registration until May 22

June 9, 2012     ACT Test Date

1) May 26, 2012

Workshop

9 a.m.-1 p.m. (2/ SAT)

Register by May 4

2) June 2, 2012

Workshop

9:00am - 12:00pm

Late registration until May 18

Test Fee with Writing:  $49//      Late Fee is $26

Test Fee with Writing:  $49.50//  Late Fee is $21

NEW! City of Mauldin News, Events, and Deals, Delivered Straight to YOU!
Check out Mauldin.Patch.com. Look for posts by MHS Student Body President, Ben Riddle!
(Editor: Shawn Drury, Phone: (864) 322-3197, E-mail: Shawn@patch.com)

MHS Can Win a Promethean Smart Board But it All Depends on YOU!
BI-LO Charities is awarding a Promethean Smart Board to the top ten schools with the highest total purchase amount from their enrolled supporters at the end of the 2011-12 year. The Promethean Board will be awarded in addition to the earned Boostersplus check for that period (the maximum amount for each half of the year is $1500.) Bilo Boosterplus cards and Publix Partners Cards were sent home in the first day packets. 
Let's all be sure our school doesn't miss out on this opportunity.
   Do your part, put your cards on your key chain and start using them today!

MAVS BOOSTER CLUB - BUY YOUR MEMBERSHIP NOW

Mauldin High is blessed to have great coaches and programs available to our students. The MAVS Booster Club supports the entire athletic program of Maudlin High School and each of its athletic teams. This year Coach Frady has designated that $319,547 is the amount needed to fund our programs. Out of that amount the district covers $243,503 leaving $ 76,044 for the Booster Club to raise.

One of the best ways to support our teams is to buy a Booster Club Membership. Purchasing a membership makes you a Booster Club member and shows your support to our program. All families who have athletes that play for a team should be a member of the booster club. You can join simply by making a $25 donation, but a membership at a higher level will earn you more benefits.

The best way for our students to show support is to buy a Student Membership. By paying $50 students get an All-Sport pass that pays for their entrance into all regular season home games for ALL SPORTS.  This is over 200 events. If students buy this membership the money goes directly to the Booster Club to support our Mauldin athletes only and students can show up at as many events as they want to cheer our teams on. Similar memberships are available this year for Seniors and also for adults with the Orange Maverick.

For families who attend more than one sport the Silver Membership is for you. For $250 you receive 2 All Sport Passes, but your student also receives $75 off of their team shoes that they purchase during the year. For teams that do not buy shoes, the team decides on another item. Last year the swim team used the funds to purchase their swimsuits and boy's lacrosse used it for their gloves. Silver Members are entitled to reserved seating and parking at the football games.  Also for the first time ever, if a Silver Member has a 1st to 8th grader, families can buy a Lil' Mavs pass for $25. If families attended 12 home events, this is nearly a break even for the family. 

12 events x $6 per ticket = $72 x two people = $144

           Money off of shoes                                $75

           Total value not even counting reserved seating     $19

           Additional savings if you have a Lil' MAV: 72-25    = $47

           Value from the pass                                                $266

If you buy the pass all funds go to directly support our Mauldin Athletes. Please consider buying a membership today. 

Here is this year's membership application: http://static.gomavs.net/q/uploads/files/2011/Aug/05/2011-2012_Booster_Club_Membership_Application.pdf

Electronics Recycled Here!
Got clutter? Consider recyling your:

ü  Cell Phones

ü  Inkjet & Laser Cartridges

ü  iPods

ü  Video Games & Consoles

ü  DVDs

ü  Digital Cameras

ü  PDAs

ü  Laptops

The MHS Media Center will send them to Recycle Forward. Recycling will earn MHS school cash to buy new technology.

Turn Your Unwanted Phones Into Cash for Our Athletes

Do you have any unwanted cell phones at home? Our athletes sure could put them to good use.  Simply bring in the old phone, working or not working, and put it in the collection box in the schooloffice.  The MAVS Booster Club will then turn them over to an organization that will pay us from $1 to $10 for each cell phone donated.  That organization then refurbishes the phones and gives them to charitable organizations. Your unwanted phones could help literally seed a field at Mauldin High this year so please collect and bring in your phones today. Phones will be collected during the rest of this year. 

Need to Talk to a MHS Guidance Counselor?
Susan Vance a.m./Betty Mitchell p.m., Receptionist – 355-6655
Connie Allred, Registrar – 355-6502
Chuck Childs, Guidance Department Director - 355-6504
Elaine Wofford, Grades 9-11 (A - D) - 355-6520
Greshan Charlton, Grades 9-11 (E - Langley) - 355-6522 
Lu Bigalke, Grades 9-11 (Lanzone - Riddle) - 355-6523
Jennie Ray, Grades 9-11 (Ridge - Z) - 355-6521
Dalton Kelsey, 12th Grade Students - 355-6524
Guidance Fax Number – 355-6645

 General Information for Seniors

Financial Aid Workshops
Thursday, Feb. 2 at 6:30 p.m. (Travelers Rest High School)
Thursday, Feb. 9 at 6:30p.m. (JL Mann High School)
Thursday, Feb. 16 at 6:30p.m. (Greenville High School)
Thursday, Feb. 23 at 6:30p.m. (Woodmont High School)

Exams
Senior Exams:  May 16-18
Senior Makeup Exams:  May 21

2012 Graduation
Mauldin High school holds mandatory graduation practices, there are no exceptions:

• Mandatory Senior Meeting- Friday, May 25 8:30a.m. MHS Auditorium
• Mandatory Graduation Meeting- Tuesday, May 29, 9 a.m. MHS new gym
• Mandatory Graduation Practice- Wednesday, May 30, 7:30p.m. at the BI-LO Center
• Graduation- June 1, 7:30p.m. at the BI-LO Center (Seniors to report at 6:15)

College Visits
Seniors may request three college days during an academic year.  In order for a college day to count as a field trip, students must bring a note from a parent/guardian at least five days before the college visit to the MHS Attendance Office.  In addition, you must bring, on the college/university letterhead, written proof of your visit to the institution the day you return to school to the attendance office.  If you fail to follow this procedure exactly, your college visit will count as an unexcused absence.

College Application Process

n  Applications MUST be given directly to Mrs. Kelsey by the senior student. 

n  Students should log in the application in the log book AFTER they have turned in the application.  This log book is available in the reception area of the guidance office.

n  If Mrs. Kelsey is unavailable, students should wait until they can hand them personally to her.  Students are asked not to give these to other guidance personnel.

n  Mrs. Kelsey does not accept applications from parents.

Students should submit completed applications to Mrs. Kelsey at least two weeks prior to the application deadline

Online Application Procedures

1. Bring a pre-addressed envelope to the Guidance Office with 2-3 stamps.
2. Counselor's Recommendation Form
            - Can be completed Electronically  (Must have provided Mrs.Kelsey's email address
               dkelsey@greenville.k12.sc.us )
             - Prefer a hard copy of Recommendation Form – Please bring a blank copy even if you provided  Ms. Kelsey's  email address online.

3. DO NOT put a return address, all Official Documentation must be sent from Mauldin High School 

Clemson University – Deadline
Priority Deadline: Submit application by Dec. 1 (All other materials (counselor recommendation, test scores, etc.) must be received by Feb. 1).  The last date to take the SAT or ACT for admission decisions would be the December dates. Be sure to have test scores sent directly to Clemson from the College Board when registering for
the SAT or ACT. Students receive notification of admission decisions around Feb. 15.

Printed Application Procedures

Completed Applications Should Include

                        1. Counselor Recommendation Form
                        2. Teacher Recommendations
                        3. Proper Signatures
                        4. Check or Money Order Made Out to Institution
                        5. Pre-Addressed Stamped Envelope (do not include a return address)

College/Scholarship Information

American Legion College Financial Aid Handbook
American Legion provides scholarship and financial aid information. Visit website atwww.legion.org/needalift for more information

Don't let planning for college keep you up at night.
Just visit www.CollegeCountdown.com/mauldin

College Search Resource - The Center for Student Opportunity's College Center web initiative is a free online tool exposing first-generation and other historically underserved college-bound students to colleges and universities that seek to serve and support them.  Contact info@CSOpportunity.org.

The Christian Connector is a free web resource that offers information about Christian colleges and scholarships. There is also a $2500 scholarship drawing for students who log ontowww.christianconnector.com to request information.
For more information:  Please visit www.christianconnector.com

EDU, Inc. is providing the opportunity for those interested students to apply to all thirty-four (34) historically black colleges and universities that are member institutions of this organization.  
To get a complete list of available schools and more information visit www.eduincoline.com .  
Applications will also be available in the guidance office.

 www.fastweb.com is the largest and most popular FREE scholarship search with over 600,000 scholarships

**Hispanic Scholarship Fund has scholarships available to graduating seniors of Hispanic heritage, U.S. Citizens, with a GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale.  For details visit www.hsf.net

Sallie Mae's Free Scholarship Search Tool provides students and parents direct access to over 3 million scholarships. For more information visit http://SallieMae.com/Widget

scholarships.com offers a comprehensive source of local and national scholarships, tools and tips to pay for college and free scholarship search, FAFSA online, education loan information and online

To learn about South Carolina's independent colleges and universities go to www.scicu.org and look for the "free" download of the guide.

South Carolina Student Loans
This is South Carolina's only nonprofit student loan provider. Visit the website atwww.scstudentloan.org for more information.

 Worried about paying for college? Learn more by visiting sccango.org

Recruiters on MHS Campus

National Guard - Mondays
Marines - Tuesdays
Army - Wednesdays
Navy- Thursdays

College Admissions Counselors at MHS

College of Charleston Rep on Campus, Thursday, 9/29 
Laura Taylor, the assistant director of admission, at the College of Charleston will be on campus Sept. 29 at 8:30a.m. to discuss the application process. If interested please sign up in the guidance office.

Early Notification Deadline
Nov. 1: Your application and all materials must be submitted online, e-mailed, or postmarked by this date. We will notify you of our admission decision in late December.

Merit Scholarship Deadline
Dec. 1: If you want to be considered for a merit-based scholarship, your application and all materials must be submitted online, e-mailed or postmarked by this date. Grades, test scores or other talents determine eligibility for merit-based scholarships. We will notify you of our admission decision by April 1. Scholarships are usually awarded in February and March.

Regular Notification Priority Deadline
Feb. 1: Your application must be submitted online, e-mailed or postmarked by this date. We will notify you of our admission decision no later than April 1. Many applicants apply during this period. We will accept applications after February 1 on a space-available basis, but priority will be given to applicants who apply before that date.

College Open Houses (Listed Alphabetically)

American College of the Building Arts - Charleston, SC – Oct. 29, 2011 – For reservations and further information, please contact the Admissions Office at 877-283-5245 or 843-577-5245.    www.buildingartscollege.us
Brown University School of Engineering – Sept. 24, 2011 – Providence Rhode Island. RSVP by September 19 at www.brown.edu/Administration/Admissions/pages/ENGN/enginday.html

Clemson University – Sneak Peek (Oct. 27 to Oct. 29)
Sneak Preview is a program designed to offer top performing minority high school seniors the chance to experience life as a Clemson University engineering or science major. Students wishing to complete this program must have a 3.0 or higher on the 4.0 scale.  If interested see Mrs. Kelsey in the guidance office.  Deadline is Oct. 14.

Clemson University –WISE Choice Program
WISE Choice is a free program for female students that would like to major in engineering or science.
It is a one-day event on Oct. 28 from 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 
If interested, please see Ms. Dalton Kelsey in the guidance office for the application.  Only three students can go from each in-state high school.

Georgia Southern University – Nov. 12, 2011, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. on campus.  Students are encouraged to contact admissions a couple of days in advance to reserve their spot, contact Brianna West at 912-478-1282 or email her at bmoody@georgiasouthern.edu for additional information.  

Johnson & Wales University – Preview Day, Oct. 29 – RSVP at www.jwu.edu/charlotte/visit

Lander University – Tours offered Monday through Friday every hour beginning at 9 a.m. Open house will be Oct. 29 students will be able to sit in a class, tour campus, and eat lunch with current students. For more information or questions, please call 1-864-388-8307 or email admissions@lander.edu

University of Pennsylvania – Sept. 25 at 7 p.m. in Atlanta.  RSVP at www.admissions.upenn.edu/events/atlanta

University of Virginia – Oct. 2 at 6:30p.m. – Christ Church Episcopal Upper School, 567 Wenwood Drive, Greenville SC 29607. RSVP at www.virginia.edu/undergradadmission/uvavisit.html

Washington University in St. Louis – call for a visit 800-638-0700

Scholarships (Listed by Deadline)
New Scholarships are in Orange

United States Senate Youth Program Scholarship Program for SC
Amount: $5,000
Who is eligible?

• Students must currently be enrolled as a high school junior or senior in a public, private, or home school in South Carolina.
• Students must currently serve as president, vice-president, secretary, treasurer, or student council representative of their student body, senior class, or junior class. Students can also qualify as a current student representative elected or selected (selected by a panel, commission, or board) to a district, regional, or state-level (beyond high school level) civic or educational organization.
• Students should have an interest in current public affairs, political subjects, history, international relations, and a career in public service.

In order to apply for this scholarship you must meet with Mrs. Kelsey by September, 23rd.

Jefferson Scholars Foundation – University of Virginia
The JSF seeks to find seniors who possess exceptional ability in leadership and scholarship and who show significant promise in making a significant contribution - both to UVA and to society at large.  Jefferson Scholarships are full scholarships to the University of Virginia.  Mauldin High School may nominate only one individual to compete in the program.  If you are interested in being considered, please submit you name to Ms. Dalton Kelsey by September 30. One student will be selected by a committee

AES Engineers Scholarship
Amount: $500
Deadline: October 7th, 2011
Scholarship Criteria
Our belief is that achieving a high grade point average should not be the only criteria for determining who deserves to be helped. For that reason we are offering a scholarship that will be awarded on the basis of character, as determined by evaluated the essays that are submitted.

Scholarships are intended for our future leaders across a wide spectrum of fields of study. This award is available to high school seniors. You are not required to be taking Engineering courses to be eligible.
Apply at http://www.aesengineerings.com/scholarships.htm and will be notified with further instructions.

University of Georgia
Early Action Deadline: October 15th
Regular Decision Deadline: January 15th* In order to be considered for scholarships you must apply by November 1st

The Prudential Spirit of Community Awards
If you've made a difference by volunteering in your community over the past year, you could win $1,000 and a fabulous trip to Washington, D.C., by applying for a Prudential Spirit of Community Award!

These prestigious awards, sponsored by Prudential Financial and NASSP, have honored tens of thousands of middle level and high school students over the past 15 years solely for their volunteer work.

It's easy to apply:  http://www.principals.org/AwardsandRecognition/StudentAwards/PrudentialSpiritofCommunityAwards/HowtoApply.aspx

1. Click on the "Apply Now" link below, and follow the on-screen instructions.
2. Once you have completed your online application, go to the "Certification" page to either email certification instructions to your certifier, or to print them out and hand-deliver them. These instructions will enable your certifier to review your application online. This must be done by November 1, 2010. Your certifier can be your school principal, or the head of one of these officially designated local organizations: a county 4-H group, Girl Scout council, American Red Cross chapter, YMCA, or affiliate of HandsOn Network.
3. Print out the signature page of your application, sign it, have a parent or guardian sign it, and then submit it to International Scholarship and Tuition Services by Nov. 1, 2010. You may either fax it to 615-627-9697 or upload it to the online application site. Call 877-525-8491 (toll-free) for more information
   
   

Emory Scholars and Goizueta Scholars
Eligibility Requirements:  For students interested in attending Emory University, students are eligible to be nominated for consideration.  Students must respond to a Scholars-specific essay prompt, submit a teacher recommendation, and the counselor's recommendation.  Students must also apply for admission to Emory University. 
Amount:  Ranges from 2/3 tuition to full cost scholarships renewable for up to four years.
Deadline:  Nov. 15, 2011
How to apply:  Must be nominated, only four nominations per school.  Please see Mrs. Kelsey in guidance if interested in being nominated. 
For more information:  Please see the scholarship notebook, e-mail admiss@emory.edu, call 800-727-6036, or visit www.emory.edu/admission/scholars

MLK Dream Scholarships
Eleven scholarships are available to Greenville County students through the Martin Luther King, Jr. Dream Weekend Program.  Applicants may apply for multiple scholarships. Deadline for receipt of all materials is Dec. 10. You will need a transcript and recommendations so you must submit to Ms. Dalton Kelsey by Nov. 18 for processing. Applications are available in the Scholarship Notebook. Below are the available scholarships:

MLK Young Dreamer Scholarship ($2000)
Criteria - Male senior, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, acceptance at an accredited institution of higher learning for the fall of 2012.  Two scholarships are awarded in this category, one scholarship will be awarded in conjunction with charter communications and the candidate must pursue a concentration in business, communications or related field.  The second scholarship allows the candidate to pursue a concentration of his choice.

Coretta Scott King Dream Keeper Scholarship ($2000)
Criteria – Female senior, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, proof of outstanding community service in Greenville and surrounding areas, acceptance at an accredited institution of higher learning for the fall of 2012. Two scholarships are awarded in this category, one scholarship will be awarded in conjunction with charter communications and the candidate must pursue a concentration in business, communications or related field.  The second scholarship allows the candidate to pursue a concentration of her choice.

Greenville Technical College Dreamer Scholarship ($3000)
Criteria – graduating senior , cumulative GPA of 2.7 or higher, acceptance to Greenville Technical College.

USC Upstate Dreamer Scholarship ($3000)
Criteria – graduating senior, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, acceptance to USC Upstate.

State Farm Dreamer Scholarship ($2000)
Criteria – graduating senior, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, acceptance to an institution of higher education for the fall of 2012, pursue a concentration in his or her choice.

Furman Dreamer Scholarship ($15,000
Criteria – graduating senior admitted to Furman as an incoming freshman, minimum 3.25 GPA, demonstration of leadership in community and school and commitment to continued leadership while at Furman.

Clemson Dreamer Scholarship ($4000)
Criteria – graduating senior, acceptance to Clemson University, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher.

Michelin North America Dreamer Scholarship ($5000)
Criteria – two scholarships awarded in this category to one graduating senior male and female, cumulative GPA of 3.0 or higher, acceptance to an accredited four year institution of higher learning for the fall of 2012 and plan to pursue a degree in science, technology, engineering or mathematics

Kittie Moss Fairey Educational Fund Scholarship
Eligibility Requirements: High school senior in SC, a South Carolina resident, GPA of 3.0 on a 4.0 scale on the six semester GPA, combined SAT score of 1800 or a composite ACT score of 26, parents must have a household adjusted gross income not exceeding $40,000, and applicants must attend a 4-year university or college located in South Carolina. The submission of the application must be postmarked by Nov. 21. All materials must be submitted in one envelope with the exception of the online application.
Apply online at: www.csascholars.org

South Carolina Junior Golf Foundation – Scholarship Program
The South Carolina Junior Golf Foundation offers scholarship aid to deserving students who meet certain academic requirements.  Eligibility requirements: senior in South Carolina, a cumulative GPA of 2.75 on 4.0 scale through the spring 2011 semester, competitive or recreational interest in golf, and plan on attending an accredited public or private four-year college of university in the state of South Carolina.  All materials are due by Nov. 21.
Apply online at: www.scholarshipprograms.org

Auburn University Scholarship Programs
Auburn University has an abundance of scholarship programs available for incoming freshmen ranging from National Presidential Scholarships for National Merit Finalists, National Hispanic Scholarships, and numerous academic scholarships.  For a complete listing visit the scholarship notebook or visit auburn.edu/scholarship.  Priority application deadline for consideration of freshmen scholarships is Dec. 1, 2011.