School Notes: Mauldin High School

Vote and Help the Mav Band Win $15,000!
Vote for the Mav Band in the “Gift of Music” competition! Online voting for this national competition will determine the winners of four $15,000 grants! Since the Mav band was unable to host its Tournament of Bands this year, the band’s biggest fundraiser, winning this grant would land the band in the black again for the year.

Because it is a national contest, we need everyone’s help. Voting continues through Jan. 11.

Here is the direct link: http://promoshq.wildfireapp.com/website/6/contests/299471/voteable_entries/63104794or to easily find the video and vote, go to www.rackroomshoes.com<http://www.rackroomshoes.com> Click on Gift of Music Contest. Click on Categories and select South Carolina. Find Mauldin High School Band and click Vote.

Sign Up Now for Stampede for Harbor 2013
The seventh annual Mauldin High Spirit Week 5k Run/Walk will be held Saturday, January 26, 2013, at 9 a.m. with the course beginning at Mauldin High on Butler Road in Mauldin. This year’s event, Stampede for Harbor, will benefit Safe Harbor, a non-profit that provides free, safe shelter and support services to victims of domestic violence and their children (http://safeharborsc.org).

The $25 entry fee for Stampede for Harbor runners and walkers includes a t-shirt and refreshments after the race provided by Whole Foods and Chick-fil-A on Woodruff Rd. The fee is the same for “Sleep-in for Harbor”, which provides individuals with the chance to support the cause and receive a t-shirt without participating in the run/walk. Registration for the event is available online at www.active.com where participants can search for “Stampede for Harbor,” click on the event and follow registration instructions. Mail-in registration forms are also available at www.gomavs.net and in Mauldin High’s front office. T-shirts are guaranteed for the first 250 registrants only so individuals are encouraged to register early. Awards will be given to the top male and female finishers and the top finishers in 14 & under; 15-19; 20-29; 30-49; 50-69; and 70 and over.

Orange & White Pageant
The MHS Orange & White Class Pageant will be January 27. Contestants will compete in casual/spirit wear and evening gown. Ladies, get your applications from Mrs. Pam Mayfield in the chorus room starting today!!!!

New Athletic Website
Greenville County Schools has launched a new district-wide website<http://www.greenvillecountyathletics.com/> focusing on each school's athletic programs. Athletic information provide parents, students and fans with game and practice schedules, scores, team news, events, photos, videos and game highlights in one convenient location. The website

Barnes & Noble In-Store Book Fair – Big Success!  $719.48!
The MHS Media Center thanks everyone who purchased items during the Barnes & Noble In-Store Book Fair. The gift card will be used to purchase new and requested books this spring. Special thanks to the NJROTC members who manned the gift wrapping table.

Pajama Drive Results
Thank you from Student Council to everyone who participated in the Pajama Drive to benefit Safe Harbor Women's Shelter. We collected over 250 pairs of women's and children's pajamas!

Furman University - Multicultural Achievement Program
Furman University invites current 11th grade multicultural students to a special program that gives a glimpse into the daily life of a Furman student. Students have an opportunity to explore the campus, participate in a mock class, interact with students, and enjoy a Paladin Men's Basketball game. The event will be held on February 9. Interested students may register online by January 31 at https://admission.furman.edu/register/map or call 294-3554 for more information.

Fine Arts Center Now Accepting Applications for 2013-2014
The Fine Arts Center is now accepting applications for high school students interested in attending during the 2013-2014 school year. Students must apply online at http://www.greenville.k12.sc.us/fac/. The deadline for applications is January 31, 2013.

— Submitted by Diane Morris