Hughes Academy Weekly Update

October 31 - Clemson/GE Engineers visit 8th Grade

November 1 - Cougar Shack

November 4 - No School for students

November 5 - Election Day

November 6 - Drama Performance

November 8 - Cougar Shack

November 11 - Veterans Day

November 11 - Roper Mountain Field Trip (Mrs. Mathew's Team)

November 12 - Fine Arts Center Field Trip

November 13 - Picture Day

November 14 - District Text-Dependent Writing #1

November 14 - Hoody Day

November 15 - Cougar Shack

November 15 - Make-Up District Text-Dependent Writing #1

November 17-19 - YIG Conference

November 18-22 - American Education Week

November 18 - SIC

November 19 - Tech-Free Tuesday

November 19 - Mid Quarter Grade Notifications

November 20 - Live School Dress-Down Day

November 21 - USC Upstate Visit

November 22 - Cougar Shack

November 22 - Rockstar Lunch

November 22 and 23 - Orchestra Region

November 27-29 - Thanksgiving Break

THANK YOU for making the Donation Drive a success this past week! Lots of donations!! ❤️

Hughes is grateful for the generous sponsorship by the following businesses, which help fund school improvements, classroom support, and provide programs for our students. Thank you for your support!

Friends of Hughes Business Sponsors

Amanda Harbin, Realtor - Wilson Associates Real Estate

Ashley Swann, Realtor - Coldwell Banker Caine

Bannister Wyatt & Stalvey

Blair Miller - Wilson Associates Real Estate

Caroline Croft, Realtor

Cassidy Coates Price

Charter Capital

Chris N. Siachos, DMD

Cintas

Croft Architecture

David Lazarus, MD - Prisma Health Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery

D & W Construction

Davis Orthodontics

Dogwood State Bank

Edward Jones - Stephen A. Moss, CFP®️

Find Great People - Lee Stalvey

Gossett Concrete Pipe Company, Inc.

Holder, Padgett, Littlejohn and Prickett

Hook and Gaff Watch Company

I & M Industrials, Inc.

Katharine Phipps Law

Lucas Systems, Inc - Brad and Sarah Lucas

Majestic Builders, Inc.

Mario Menendez MD @ Lowcountry Male

McGehee Real Estate Group - Lisa McGehee

Palmetto Family Orthodontics

Pintail

Savvy Inc.

Senior Helpers

Stanley Steemer - Allen and Sarah D’Andrea

The Theodore Group, CPA PA

Todem

United Community Bank

United Home Loan Services, Inc.

Special thanks to TPM Color Lab for printing the

Friends of Hughes Business Sponsor banners!

Hughes T-Shirt Design Contest

Calling all student artists! Hughes PTSA is looking for a new T-shirt design to be sold during the winter apparel sale. A committee of faculty and parents will select the top submissions that will then be voted on by Hughes students. The winner will receive a free t-shirt and be allowed to wear it on a special non-dress down day before it is released to the public. Submission rules are listed on the flyer. Deadline for submissions is November 15.

We need your help, Hughes Volunteers! There are several ways to get involved throughout the year. See what's needed below or click the sign up links for more details:

Taco Tuesday - 2nd Quarter

COUGAR SHACK EVERY FRIDAY! Look for all your favorite treats! Everything is priced at $1 or $2. We cannot accept bills larger than a $20 bill or smaller than a quarter. Exact change is always appreciated!

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Sign up for GHS Soccer Camp here:

https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMxJBdlfRSfxp2DHKXsp47yMwDw85thoLOdbiZ6uBJQx90KQ/viewform

Hughes Academy is searching for a baseball coach and assistant baseball coach for this season. Please email Mr. Adrian Mayes, Principal, at amayes@greenville.k12.sc.us or our Athletic Director, Mr. Milton Parks, at miparks@greenville.k12.sc.us for more information

Click here for the Prospective Parent/Magnet Night Presentation.

Click here for the Magnet Night Open House Schedule for the School District of Greenville County.

Applications for the 2025-2026 will be available at 8:00 am on November 21st to December 6th, 2024 at 4:00 pm. This is for round 1. For a complete Greenville County Magnet Round Schedule..click here.

For more information on the application process, click here.

Contact Mrs. Marsha Patry, Hughes Academy Magnet Coordinator, at mpatry@greenvilleschools.k12.sc.us or (864)355-6224 if you have any questions.

Mr. Adrian Mayes is the heartbeat of Hughes Academy, bringing boundless energy and passion to everything he does. Known for his unwavering dedication, he places students at the center of every decision, always ensuring their success and well-being. His caring nature extends beyond the school walls, as he builds strong relationships with both staff and families. A true family man, Mr. Mayes balances his personal life with his professional role seamlessly, showing us all the importance of compassion and commitment. His vibrant leadership inspires everyone around him to strive for excellence. We’re lucky to have such a dynamic and caring principal guiding us!

8th grade student who signed up for PSAT/NMSQT will test on October 29th. Testers will need to be at school by 8:30 that day. The test lasts until approximately 12:00pm. Testers have been shown how to access practice tests and test information. For more information about the test, visit the school counseling website: https://sites.google.com/greenvilleschools.us/hughescounselingdepartment/psat

Individual Graduation Plan Meetings (IGPs) are under way for 8th grade students. The State of South Carolina requires this meeting for all 8th grade students. The meetings cover future career and education plans for students as they enter high school. Parents are invited and encouraged to attend. If a parent does not know their 8th grader’s scheduled time, please contact Amy Torlay, 864-355-6255 or actorlay@greenville.k12.sc.us.

Please follow the rules of the Greenville County Schools Clear Bag Policy at all sporting events at Hughes Academy.

ALL students must come with an adult 19 or older. No student should be “dropped off” or unattended at any sporting/after-school events. They must be accompanied by an adult.

The 8th grade field trip will be at Dollywood in Pigeon Forge, TN on May 21, 2025. To reserve a spot on the trip, students must make at $25 deposit at www.orangeskytravel.com by September 20, 2024. The trip code is 100773. Please email Ms. Barker at mmbarker@greenville.k12.sc.us with field trip related questions

Exciting news, Hughes families! Submissions for The Hughes Dispatch, our school's annual student publication, are now open! We can't wait to see the creative writing, poetry, short stories, journalism, and art your students will share with us this year. Volume III of The Hughes Dispatch promises to be our best yet, showcasing the incredible talent of our students. Encourage your child to be a part of this special tradition. For more details on how to submit, visit hughesdispatch.com. Let's make this year's edition truly unforgettable!

Hughes Academy offers an Extended Day Program (EDP). It begins at 3:45 pm and ends at 6:00 pm. Snacks, homework time, and playtime are offered. There is a $40.00 registration fee per family.

Click below for registration and prices of our EDP Program.

Online: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScLUDDgApxCpS5FA5gjMJzgGU6gR4Vr7T9jWhmURr7dpI4AKw/viewform

Registration Forms are also available in the main office and on the Hughes Academy website under Hughes Links.

Click here for the Hughes Academy Dress Code in English.

Click here for the Hughes Academy Dress Code in Spanish

District School Calendars

Email: vmhams@greenville.k12.sc.us
Website: www.greenville.k12.sc.us
Location: 122 Deoyley Avenue, Greenville, SC, USA
Phone: (864)355-6200
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Twitter: @hughesacademysc