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South Carolina Homeschool Events & Education Calendar

121 upcoming homeschool days, conventions, student competitions, camps, college dates and deadlines across South Carolina. New events are added every month.

October 2026

Mon, Oct 19, 2026 – Mon, Nov 30, 2026 · Coastal Discovery Museum Creature Feature Series
Hilton Head Island · Coastal Discovery Museum, Honey Horn · $7 per person (ages 4 and up)
Weekly Monday live-animal sessions (1:30 and 3:45 p.m.): horseshoe crabs Oct. 19, turtles Oct. 26, anemones Nov. 2, snakes Nov. 9, frogs and toads Nov. 16, marine invertebrates Nov. 23, reptiles Nov. 30.

November 2026

Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · SAT Weekend Test Date (November 2026)
Statewide · SAT test centers across South Carolina · SAT registration fee; late registration costs extra; fee waivers for eligible students
National SAT weekend administration; registration deadline Oct. 23, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET).
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · SCGSAH Early Decision Dance Auditions
Greenville · SC Governor's School for the Arts & Humanities, 15 University St
Audition day for Early Decision Dance applicants to SCGSAH's residential high school and summer dance programs.
Sat, Nov 7, 2026 · SCGSAH Go Govie! Day Campus Tour (November)
Greenville · SC Governor's School for the Arts & Humanities, 15 University St
Saturday campus tour day for families considering SCGSAH's tuition-free residential high school or summer arts programs (grades 6–11 can apply for 2027-28).
Mon, Nov 9, 2026 · Admissions Campus Tour
Greenville · All across campus
An evening campus tour from 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM, held across the Governor's School campus.
Wed, Nov 11, 2026 – Thu, Nov 12, 2026 · Brookgreen Gardens Homeschool Explorers: Amazing Adaptations
Murrells Inlet · Brookgreen Gardens, Leonard Pavilion, 1931 Brookgreen Dr · $7 per student; one parent per family free
Hands-on session for ages 5 to 13 on how plants and animals are suited to their habitats, with time in the Lowcountry Zoo, 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Capacity is 50 people; registration opens at 12:01 a.m. on the Wednesday two weeks before.
Thu, Nov 12, 2026 · Homeschool Hub: Farm to Table at Lexington Main Library
Lexington · Lexington Main Library, 5440 Augusta Rd
6 p.m. interactive program on how food grows and travels from farms to the table, for families with children.
Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · Starry, Starry Sky at Ninety Six National Historic Site
Ninety Six · Ninety Six National Historic Site (meet at visitor center) · Free
Evening ranger program (6–7:30 p.m.) on constellations and their myths, with a telescope for viewing planets and stars along the battlefield trail.
Fri, Nov 13, 2026 · Teen Homeschool History Day: Spying Game
Charleston · The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St ·
0 per student,
5 per adult (members: $5 student, adults free)
1 to 2:30 p.m. program for students 13 to 17 on Revolutionary War spies in South Carolina, with a field trip experience, time in the museum and a hands-on activity.
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · CLT (Classic Learning Test) Remote Test Date (November 2026)
Online · Remotely proctored (at home) · CLT registration fee (see cltexam.com)
Remotely proctored CLT administration; registration deadline Nov. 5, 2026.
Sat, Nov 14, 2026 · North Greenville University Preview Day (November 2026)
Tigerville · North Greenville University, 7801 N Tigerville Rd, Tigerville · Free
About five hours (8 a.m.–2 p.m. window) with a campus tour, a free meal in the dining hall and a showcase of academics and student organizations.
Sun, Nov 15, 2026 · Ruth Patrick Science Education Center Homeschool Mondays: Early Registration Deadline
Aiken · Ruth Patrick Science Education Center, USC Aiken, 427 Scholar Loop · $50 per student before 5 p.m.; $65 after
Last day for the lower $50 rate for the spring 2027 Homeschool Mondays STEM series.
Mon, Nov 16, 2026 · Autumn Leaves (Homeschool Little Learners, ages 3–5)
Columbia · Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Discovery Center Classrooms · $40 per participating student per session (3 classes); general admission also required for non-members
Why do leaves change color? Children investigate plants in the fall. Program runs 10:45–11:45am.
Wed, Nov 18, 2026 · Homeschool Hangout (Grades 6-12) at West Ashley Library (November)
Charleston · West Ashley Library (Charleston County Public Library), 45 Windermere Blvd
Monthly drop-in, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., where homeschooled 6th to 12th graders meet, play games, read, make crafts or talk in the teen space.
Wed, Nov 18, 2026 · Museum of York County Homeschool Series: Rocks, Minerals and Fossils
Rock Hill · Museum of York County, 4621 Mt. Gallant Rd
1 to 3 p.m. final session of the fall Earth Exploration homeschool series: what rocks, minerals and fossils tell us about Earth's history. Tickets are sold through Culture & Heritage Museums.
Thu, Nov 19, 2026 · Homeschool History Day: Fossil Frenzy
Charleston · The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St ·
0 per student,
5 per adult (members: $5 student, adults free)
Students learn how fossils form and what scientists learn from them, examine fossils and cast one to take home. The museum runs Homeschool History Day sessions at 10 and 11:30 a.m. each month, September to May.
Thu, Nov 19, 2026 · Homeschool Hub at Cayce-West Columbia Branch Library
West Columbia · Cayce-West Columbia Branch Library, 1500 Augusta Rd
10 a.m. session for grades K to 5 exploring history, culture, science and other topics through hands-on activities and conversation. The branch lists another session on Dec. 10, 2026.
Thu, Nov 19, 2026 · SC State Museum Homeschool Thursday (November)
Columbia · South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St · Free admission for a registered homeschool teacher and students; planetarium and 4D $3 per person; STEAM programs free
Afternoon (2–3:30 p.m.) for SC homeschool families: planetarium (Arora and Live Sky), 4D film (Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer 4D) and STEAM program Matter Matters. Online registration closes at noon the Wednesday before.
Thu, Nov 19, 2026 – Fri, Nov 20, 2026 · SCCTM Fall Conference (50th Anniversary)
Myrtle Beach · Myrtle Beach Hilton, Kingston · Regular rate (early-bird ended Oct. 1)
The South Carolina Council of Teachers of Mathematics' 50th annual conference for K-12 math teachers.
Thu, Nov 19, 2026 · Homeschool S.M.A.R.T (Ages 6-12)
Anderson · Anderson Public Library, Main Library, Cardinal Room
A weekly in-person program for ages 6-12 with interactive projects and activities exploring the world, including cultures, arts, STEM, literature, and games. The session runs 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM Eastern.
Fri, Nov 20, 2026 · Homeschool Hub: STEAM Food Challenges at Lexington Main Library
Lexington · Lexington Main Library, 5440 Augusta Rd
10 a.m. program mixing science and cooking with food experiments and STEAM concepts, for families with children.
Fri, Nov 20, 2026 – Sun, Nov 22, 2026 · SCAEA State Art Conference
Greenville · Hyatt Regency Greenville (downtown) ·
75 by Oct. 26,
05 by Nov. 13,

December 2026

Tue, Dec 1, 2026 · Lego® Time for Homeschoolers
Summerville · Cane Bay Library, Activity Room
Free play with Lego blocks at the Cane Bay Library from 12:30pm to 2:00pm, for ages 5 and up with parental supervision required.

Wed, Dec 2, 2026 · Spring '27 Admitted Student Webinar
Online · Online webinar · FREE
A free webinar for admitted students covering financial aid, campus life, academics, athletics and what to expect when joining the CIU community. It runs Wednesday, December 2, 4:00-5:00pm.

Fri, Dec 4, 2026 · Future City South Carolina: City Essay Deadline
Online · Online submission (Future City South Carolina region)
City essay deliverable due for the 2026-27 Future City engineering competition in South Carolina; Project Plan parts 3 and 4 are due Dec. 21.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 · SAT Weekend Test Date (December 2026)
Statewide · SAT test centers across South Carolina · SAT registration fee; late registration costs extra; fee waivers for eligible students
National SAT weekend administration; registration deadline Nov. 20, 2026 (11:59 p.m. ET).

Mon, Dec 7, 2026 · Homeschool Recess (Ages 6-18) at Anderson County Main Library
Anderson · Anderson County Library, Main Library (Cardinal Room), 300 N McDuffie St
2 to 3 p.m. all-ages game day for homeschool families with minute-to-win-it games, relay races, cooperative challenges and time to socialize.

Tue, Dec 8, 2026 · CLT (Classic Learning Test) Remote Test Date (December 2026)
Online · Remotely proctored (at home) · CLT registration fee (see cltexam.com)
Remotely proctored CLT administration; registration deadline Dec. 3, 2026.

Thu, Dec 10, 2026 · Homeschool Hub: Island of Misfit Toys at Lexington Main Library
Lexington · Lexington Main Library, 5440 Augusta Rd
6 p.m. holiday program: wear an ugly sweater and make toys inspired by a classic holiday story. For families with children.

Fri, Dec 11, 2026 · Teen Homeschool History Day: Colonial Apprentice
Charleston · The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St ·

0 per student,

5 per adult (members: $5 student, adults free)
1 to 2:30 p.m. program for students 13 to 17 on teen apprenticeships and indentures in colonial Charleston, with hands-on carving, blacksmithing and decorative arts.

Sat, Dec 12, 2026 · ACT National Test Date (December 2026)
Statewide · ACT test centers across South Carolina · ACT registration fee; fee waivers available to eligible students
National Saturday ACT administration; registration deadline Nov 6 (late: Nov 29), 11:59 pm Central.

Tue, Dec 15, 2026 · MATHCOUNTS Competition Series: Regular Registration Deadline
Online · Online registration (MATHCOUNTS Foundation) · Regular rate (late fees apply afterward)
Last day to register at the regular rate for the 2026-27 MATHCOUNTS Competition Series.

Thu, Dec 17, 2026 · Homeschool History Day: A Lowcountry Holiday
Charleston · The Charleston Museum, 360 Meeting St ·

0 per student,

5 per adult (members: $5 student, adults free)
A short tour of the Joseph Manigault House decorated by the Garden Club of Charleston, then students make holiday keepsakes based on Lowcountry traditions. 10 to 11 a.m.

Fri, Dec 18, 2026 · Upcountry History Museum Homeschool Day (December)
Greenville · Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St ·

1 per student,

4 per adult (members: $7 student, adults free)
10 a.m. guided gallery experience tied to the museum's current exhibition, hands-on classroom activities and all-day admission; supports SC social studies standards.

Mon, Dec 21, 2026 · Future City Project Plan Parts 3 and 4 Deadline
South Carolina
Deadline for Project Plan Parts 3 and 4 for the South Carolina Future City Competition.

Thu, Dec 31, 2026 · Education Scholarship Trust Fund: Q3 Deposit (2026-27)
Statewide · ClassWallet accounts (SC Department of Education)
ESTF families receive the third 2026-27 quarterly deposit of

,908.50 in ClassWallet on or before Dec. 31, 2026 (2026-27 award: $7,634).

Thu, Dec 31, 2026 · SC Poetry Out Loud: School & Individual Registration Deadline
Statewide · Online registration (South Carolina Arts Commission) · Free
11:59 p.m. ET deadline for schools/organizations and for individual students to register for the 2026-27 Poetry Out Loud recitation contest.

Thu, Dec 31, 2026 · SC Science Olympiad: Last Day to Register Without Late Fee
Online · Online registration (SC Science Olympiad) · Late fee of $50 per team after this date
Final day to register a team for the 2026-27 SC Science Olympiad season without the $50-per-team late fee.

January 2027

Mon, Jan 4, 2027 – Mon, Mar 1, 2027 · Riverbanks Zoo & Garden Homeschool Classes: Spring Session D
Columbia · Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Discovery Center Classrooms · $60 per student per session (ages 5–11) or $40 (Little Learners); non-members also need zoo admission
Three-class Monday series on Jan. 4, Feb. 1 and March 1 (classes for ages 5–11); spring themes are Wonders of Water, Nature's Cycles and Circle of Life.

Mon, Jan 4, 2027 – Mon, May 3, 2027 · Ruth Patrick Science Education Center Homeschool Mondays (Spring 2027)
Aiken · Ruth Patrick Science Education Center, USC Aiken, 427 Scholar Loop · $50 per student by Nov. 15, 2026; $65 after
Monthly Monday afternoons (Jan. 4, Feb. 1, March 1, April 12 and May 3, 2027), 1–3:30 p.m., with two one-hour science, technology or math programs each time.

Sat, Jan 9, 2027 · Future City South Carolina Regional Competition
Columbia · University of South Carolina, Molinaroli College of Engineering (partner host)
Middle school teams present their city models and presentations and take Q&A at the South Carolina regional, run with USC's Molinaroli College of Engineering.

Sat, Jan 9, 2027 · SC Poetry Out Loud: Upstate Individual Regional Competition
Greenville · SC Children's Theatre, 153 Augusta St · Free
In-person regional recitation contest at 1 p.m. for Upstate students registered on the individual track.

Sat, Jan 9, 2027 · SCGSAH Go Govie! Day Campus Tour (January)
Greenville · SC Governor's School for the Arts & Humanities, 15 University St
Second Saturday tour day for prospective SCGSAH students and families, a week before the Jan. 15 priority application deadline.

Mon, Jan 11, 2027 – Mon, Mar 8, 2027 · Riverbanks Zoo & Garden Homeschool Classes: Spring Session E
Columbia · Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Discovery Center Classrooms · $60 per student per session (ages 5–11) or $40 (Little Learners); non-members also need zoo admission
Three-class Monday series on Jan. 11, Feb. 8 and March 8 (classes for ages 5–11 and Little Learners ages 3–5); spring themes are Wonders of Water, Nature's Cycles and Circle of Life.

Fri, Jan 15, 2027 · SC Governor's School for the Arts & Humanities: Priority Application Deadline
Greenville · SC Governor's School for the Arts & Humanities, 15 University St
Priority deadline for 2027-28 residential high school and summer program applications in creative writing, dance, drama, film, music and visual arts; later applications are taken as space allows.

Fri, Jan 15, 2027 · SC Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities priority application deadline
Greenville · SC Governor's School for the Arts and Humanities
The priority application deadline for all programs is Jan. 15, 2027. Applications for the 2027-2028 year are open to South Carolina students in Grades 6 through 11, and applications continue to be accepted as space is available.

Sat, Jan 16, 2027 – Sun, Jan 17, 2027 · 246th Anniversary of the Battle of Cowpens
Gaffney · Cowpens National Battlefield · Free
Two-day commemoration with historic weapons demonstrations, living historians, ranger-led battlefield walks and guest speakers (Jan. 16, 10 a.m.–5 p.m.; Jan. 17, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.).

Wed, Jan 20, 2027 · SC Science Olympiad: Registration Closes
Online · Online registration (SC Science Olympiad)
Team registration for the 2026-27 SC Science Olympiad season closes; team numbers for the state tournament are released Feb. 1, 2027.

Thu, Jan 21, 2027 · SC State Museum Homeschool Thursday (January)
Columbia · South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St · Free admission for a registered homeschool teacher and students; planetarium and 4D $3 per person; STEAM programs free
Afternoon (2–3:30 p.m.) for SC homeschool families: planetarium (Arora and Live Sky) and STEAM program Fossils on Tour; registration opens Nov. 20. Online registration closes at noon the Wednesday before.

Sat, Jan 23, 2027 · CLT (Classic Learning Test) Remote Test Date (January 2027)
Online · Remotely proctored (at home) · CLT registration fee (see cltexam.com)
Remotely proctored CLT administration; registration deadline Jan. 14, 2027.

Sat, Jan 23, 2027 – Sat, Mar 6, 2027 · Smithsonian "Americans" Exhibit in Allendale
Allendale · USC Salkehatchie Atrium, 465 James Brandt Blvd · Free
Americans, a Smithsonian Museum on Main Street traveling exhibit from the National Museum of the American Indian, looks at how American Indians are woven into U.S. culture and history (Thanksgiving, the Trail of Tears, Little Bighorn).…

Mon, Jan 25, 2027 – Mon, Mar 22, 2027 · Riverbanks Zoo & Garden Homeschool Classes: Spring Session F
Columbia · Riverbanks Zoo & Garden, Discovery Center Classrooms · $60 per student per session (ages 5–11) or $40 (Little Learners); non-members also need zoo admission
Three-class Monday series on Jan. 25, Feb. 22 and March 22 (classes for ages 5–11 and Little Learners ages 3–5); spring themes are Wonders of Water, Nature's Cycles and Circle of Life.

Wed, Jan 27, 2027 · Scholastic Art & Writing Awards: Regional Announcement Day
Online · Scholastic Awards online entry portal · Free to view results
Results of 2027 regional judging post to the entry portal; National Announcement Day follows March 31 and National Awards Week runs June 8–11 in New York City.

Fri, Jan 29, 2027 · Scripps National Spelling Bee Enrollment Deadline
Online · Online at spellingbee.com ·

35 per homeschool family;

99 per school or homeschool group through Nov. 30,

25 Dec. 1–Jan. 29
Last day for schools, homeschool groups and homeschool families to enroll in the 2026-27 Scripps program, the path to local, regional and national bees.

Fri, Jan 29, 2027 · Upcountry History Museum Homeschool Day (January)
Greenville · Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St ·

1 per student,

Fri, Jan 29, 2027 · Poetry Out Loud State Finalist Registration Deadline
Statewide
The deadline for state finalist registration is Friday, Jan. 29, 2027 at 11:59 p.m. ET. It applies to both the school and individual student tracks.

Sat, Jan 30, 2027 – Sat, Feb 20, 2027 · SCGSAH Audition Dates (Residential & Summer Programs)
Greenville · SC Governor's School for the Arts & Humanities, 15 University St
Applicant auditions are held Jan. 30, Feb. 6 and Feb. 20, 2027; regular-decision admissions decisions are released April 5, 2027.

Sat, Jan 30, 2027 · GEOFEST 59
Columbia · Callcott Social Science Center, 709 Bull St., Columbia, SC
GEOFEST 59 is listed under upcoming events on the SC Council for the Social Studies site, starting 30 January 2027 at 9:00 AM. The page gives no further details.

February 2027

Mon, Feb 1, 2027 · Homeschool Mondays: Spring 2027 Program
Aiken · Ruth Patrick Science Education Center, 427 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC · $50.00 per student before the November 15, 2026 early registration deadline; $65.00 per student after
Homeschool Mondays is a monthly series of one-hour science, technology, or mathematics programs for homeschool students. Student sign-in is 1:00-1:10 p.m. in the RPSEC Lobby and sign-out is 3:30 p.m.

Thu, Feb 4, 2027 – Sat, Feb 6, 2027 · SCECA-SECA Regional Early Childhood Conference
Myrtle Beach · Myrtle Beach Convention Center
South Carolina Early Childhood Association conference, themed "Back to Basics," on play, social-emotional roots and early literacy and numeracy.

Thu, Feb 4, 2027 – Sat, Feb 6, 2027 · SCMEA Music Education Conference
Columbia · Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center ·

00 members by Jan. 15 (

60 after);

00 non-members
The South Carolina Music Educators Association's annual in-service conference; a Future Music Educator Symposium for high school students costs $30.

Thu, Feb 11, 2027 · Nursing Info Session
Columbia · Columbia International University · FREE dinner
A free dinner event where CIU's Nursing Department explains how its on-campus or online nursing programs can be the next step in a career. It runs Thursday, February 11, 6:00-7:30pm.

Mon, Feb 15, 2027 · SC Governor's School for Science & Mathematics: Priority Admissions Deadline
Hartsville · SC Governor's School for Science & Mathematics (residential program)
Priority deadline for the residential program class entering fall 2027; finalists learn of interviews March 5, interview day is March 13 and decisions come April 9, 2027.

Thu, Feb 18, 2027 · CLT (Classic Learning Test) Remote Test Date (February 2027)
Online · Remotely proctored (at home) · CLT registration fee (see cltexam.com)
Remotely proctored CLT administration; registration deadline Feb. 11, 2027.

Thu, Feb 18, 2027 · SC State Museum Homeschool Thursday (February)
Columbia · South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St · Free admission for a registered homeschool teacher and students; planetarium and 4D $3 per person; STEAM programs free
Afternoon (2–3:30 p.m.) for SC homeschool families: planetarium (The Sky Above) and STEAM program Fossils on Tour; registration opens Jan. 22. Online registration closes at noon the Wednesday before.

Thu, Feb 25, 2027 – Sat, Feb 27, 2027 · SC CEC Conference (Council for Exceptional Children)
Greenville · Embassy Suites by Hilton Greenville Golf Resort & Conference Center, 670 Verdae Blvd
The South Carolina chapter of the Council for Exceptional Children's annual special education conference.

Fri, Feb 26, 2027 · Upcountry History Museum Homeschool Day (February)
Greenville · Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St ·

1 per student,

Sat, Feb 27, 2027 · ACT National Test Date (February 2027)
Statewide · ACT test centers across South Carolina · ACT registration fee; fee waivers available to eligible students
National Saturday ACT administration; registration deadline Jan 22 (late: Feb 9), 11:59 pm Central.

Sat, Feb 27, 2027 · SC Science Olympiad State Tournament
Clinton · Presbyterian College
Statewide Science Olympiad tournament; the national tournament follows May 14–15, 2027, at Ohio State University.

Sun, Feb 28, 2027 · Education Scholarship Trust Fund: Q4 Deposit (2026-27)
Statewide · ClassWallet accounts (SC Department of Education)
The last 2026-27 ESTF quarterly deposit (

,908.50) lands in ClassWallet on or before Feb. 28, 2027.

March 2027

Mon, Mar 1, 2027 · High School Science Fair registration fee deadline
Columbia · University of South Carolina Center for Science Education · High school fees: individual $35, group $65
High school registration fees must be paid online or by check by Monday, March 1, 2027. Unpaid or unposted fees may make projects ineligible for Category, Special, or Grand Awards.

Mon, Mar 1, 2027 · Homeschool Mondays: Spring 2027 Program
Aiken · Ruth Patrick Science Education Center, 427 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC · $50.00 per student before the November 15, 2026 early registration deadline; $65.00 per student after
Homeschool Mondays is a monthly series of one-hour science, technology, or mathematics programs for homeschool students. Student sign-in is 1:00-1:10 p.m. in the RPSEC Lobby and sign-out is 3:30 p.m.

Sat, Mar 6, 2027 · North Greenville University Preview Day (March 2027)
Tigerville · North Greenville University, 7801 N Tigerville Rd, Tigerville · Free
About five hours (8 a.m.–2 p.m. window) with a campus tour, a free meal in the dining hall and a showcase of academics and student organizations.

Sat, Mar 6, 2027 · SAT Weekend Test Date (March 2027)
Statewide · SAT test centers across South Carolina · SAT registration fee; late registration costs extra; fee waivers for eligible students
National SAT weekend administration; registration deadline Feb. 19, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET).

Sat, Mar 6, 2027 · SC Poetry Out Loud State Finals
Columbia · Columbia (venue not yet published) · Free
State championship at 2 p.m.; the winner represents South Carolina at the National Finals, April 26–28, 2027, in Washington.

Thu, Mar 11, 2027 – Sat, Mar 13, 2027 · Great Homeschool Convention: South Carolina
Greenville · Greenville Convention Center, 1 Exposition Dr · Tiered registration (rises closer to the event); Shopping Only option
The Southeast's large homeschool convention: exhibit hall plus workshops in eight tracks, including Homeschool 101, Classical, Charlotte Mason, Neurodivergent Learning, a Teen Track and a College Track.

Sat, Mar 13, 2027 – Sat, Apr 24, 2027 · Smithsonian "Americans" Exhibit in Hartsville
Hartsville · Black Creek Arts Council, 116 W College Ave · Free
Americans, a Smithsonian Museum on Main Street traveling exhibit from the National Museum of the American Indian, looks at how American Indians are woven into U.S. culture and history (Thanksgiving, the Trail of Tears, Little Bighorn).…

Mon, Mar 15, 2027 · USC Region II Science & Engineering Fair: High School Competition
Columbia · USC Pastides Alumni Center · $35 individual, $65 group project
Judging for grades 9–12 starts at 9 a.m.; fees are due March 1 and the awards ceremony is 4:30 p.m. Sunday, April 4, 2027.

Wed, Mar 17, 2027 – Fri, Mar 19, 2027 · SCASL Annual Conference (School Librarians)
Columbia · Columbia (conference hotel: Hilton Columbia Center)
The South Carolina Association of School Librarians' annual conference; the schedule at a glance is still to be posted.

Thu, Mar 18, 2027 · SC State Museum Homeschool Thursday (March)
Columbia · South Carolina State Museum, 301 Gervais St · Free admission for a registered homeschool teacher and students; planetarium and 4D $3 per person; STEAM programs free
Afternoon (2–3:30 p.m.) for SC homeschool families: planetarium (The Solar System) and STEAM program Fossils on Tour; registration opens Feb. 19. Online registration closes at noon the Wednesday before.

Fri, Mar 19, 2027 · SC Region 1 Science Fair
Central · Southern Wesleyan University
Regional science fair for students in Anderson, Abbeville, Laurens, Greenville, Greenwood, Oconee and Pickens counties.

Sat, Mar 20, 2027 · CLT (Classic Learning Test) Remote Test Date (March 2027)
Online · Remotely proctored (at home) · CLT registration fee (see cltexam.com)
Remotely proctored CLT administration; registration deadline March 11, 2027.

Sat, Mar 20, 2027 · Library Day at Cowpens National Battlefield
Gaffney · Cowpens National Battlefield · Free
Librarian-led storytimes, ranger walks of the battlefield and children's activities, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.

Fri, Mar 26, 2027 · Upcountry History Museum Homeschool Day (March)
Greenville · Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St ·

1 per student,

Wed, Mar 31, 2027 · Scholastic Art & Writing Awards: National Announcement Day
Online · Scholastic Awards online entry portal · Free to view results
Regional Gold Key winners learn how their work fared in national judging for the 2027 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards.

April 2027

Sat, Apr 3, 2027 · Winthrop Day
Rock Hill · Winthrop University
Winthrop Day is the university's biggest admitted student event, created exclusively for 2027 Admitted Eagles. Attendees can connect with faculty, staff, and current students and explore academics and campus life. Registration opens Feb. 1.

Sun, Apr 4, 2027 · High School Science Fair Awards Ceremony
Columbia · Jones 210, USC science complex
The High School Science and Engineering Fair Awards Ceremony begins at 4:30 pm. All students who advance to Round 2 will be recognized.

Mon, Apr 5, 2027 · Elementary and Middle School Science Fair registration fee deadline
Columbia · University of South Carolina Center for Science Education · Grades 4–8 fees: individual $30, group $45
Elementary and middle school registration fees must be paid online or by check by Monday, April 5, 2027. Unpaid or unpostmarked fees may make projects ineligible for Category, Special, or Grand Awards.

Sat, Apr 10, 2027 · ACT National Test Date (April 2027)
Statewide · ACT test centers across South Carolina · ACT registration fee; fee waivers available to eligible students
National Saturday ACT administration; registration deadline March 5 (late: March 23), 11:59 pm Central.

Mon, Apr 12, 2027 · Homeschool Mondays: Spring 2027 Program
Aiken · Ruth Patrick Science Education Center, 427 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC · $50.00 per student before the November 15, 2026 early registration deadline; $65.00 per student after
Homeschool Mondays is a monthly series of one-hour science, technology, or mathematics programs for homeschool students. Student sign-in is 1:00-1:10 p.m. in the RPSEC Lobby and sign-out is 3:30 p.m.

Fri, Apr 16, 2027 · North Greenville University Preview Day (April 2027)
Tigerville · North Greenville University, 7801 N Tigerville Rd, Tigerville · Free
About five hours (8 a.m.–2 p.m. window) with a campus tour, a free meal in the dining hall and a showcase of academics and student organizations.

Sat, Apr 17, 2027 · CLT (Classic Learning Test) Remote Test Date (April 2027)
Online · Remotely proctored (at home) · CLT registration fee (see cltexam.com)
Remotely proctored CLT administration; registration deadline April 8, 2027.

Sat, Apr 17, 2027 · Junior Ranger Day at Cowpens National Battlefield
Gaffney · Cowpens National Battlefield · Free
Junior Ranger Day with three different Junior Ranger booklets for kids to complete, 9 a.m.–5 p.m.

Mon, Apr 19, 2027 · USC Region II Science & Engineering Fair: Elementary & Middle School Competition
Columbia · USC Pastides Alumni Center · $30 individual, $45 group project
Grades 4–5 judging starts at 9 a.m. and grades 6–8 at 1 p.m.; fees are due April 5 and awards are Sunday, May 2, 2027.

Fri, Apr 30, 2027 – Sat, May 1, 2027 · NC Homeschool Convention (Raleigh)
Raleigh, NC · Kerr Scott Building, NC State Fairgrounds, 1025 Blue Ridge Rd · 2027 ticket prices not yet announced
Two-day homeschool convention with exhibitors, speakers, workshops and food trucks; the NC Homeschool Graduation for the Class of 2027 is Saturday, May 1, at 7 p.m.

Fri, Apr 30, 2027 · Palmetto Fellows Scholarship: Early Application Deadline (Class of 2027)
Statewide · Online application (SC Commission on Higher Education) · Free
CHE sets the Class of 2027 early deadline as May 1; because May 1, 2027 is a Saturday, CHE's weekend rule moves it to Friday, April 30 (11:59 p.m.). Last test dates accepted for the early award: SAT March 6 and ACT April 10, 2027.

Fri, Apr 30, 2027 · Upcountry History Museum Homeschool Day (April)
Greenville · Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St ·

1 per student,

May 2027

Sat, May 1, 2027 · SAT Weekend Test Date (May 2027)
Statewide · SAT test centers across South Carolina · SAT registration fee; late registration costs extra; fee waivers for eligible students
National SAT weekend administration; registration deadline Apr. 16, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET).

Sat, May 1, 2027 – Sat, Jun 12, 2027 · Smithsonian "Americans" Exhibit in Edisto Island
Edisto Island · Edisto Island Museum, 8123 Chisolm Plantation Rd · Free
Americans, a Smithsonian Museum on Main Street traveling exhibit from the National Museum of the American Indian, looks at how American Indians are woven into U.S. culture and history (Thanksgiving, the Trail of Tears, Little Bighorn).…

Sun, May 2, 2027 · Elementary and Middle School Science Fair Awards Ceremony
Columbia · Jones 210, USC science complex
The elementary awards ceremony starts at 1:00 pm and the middle school ceremony at 2:45 pm. All elementary participants and middle school students who advance to Round 2 will be recognized.

Mon, May 3, 2027 – Fri, May 14, 2027 · AP Exams (May 2027)
Statewide · Participating schools and test sites in South Carolina · AP exam fee
2027 AP Exams run over two weeks, May 3–7 and May 10–14, with morning and afternoon sessions.

Mon, May 3, 2027 · Homeschool Mondays: Spring 2027 Program
Aiken · Ruth Patrick Science Education Center, 427 Scholar Loop, Aiken, SC · $50.00 per student before the November 15, 2026 early registration deadline; $65.00 per student after
Homeschool Mondays is a monthly series of one-hour science, technology, or mathematics programs for homeschool students. Student sign-in is 1:00-1:10 p.m. in the RPSEC Lobby and sign-out is 3:30 p.m.

Thu, May 6, 2027 – Sat, May 8, 2027 · Teach Them Diligently Homeschool Convention: Pigeon Forge
Pigeon Forge, TN · LeConte Center, 2986 Teaster Lane · Tickets on sale (see site)
Christian homeschool convention with speakers, workshops and an exhibit hall; the full schedule is due out in January 2027.

Fri, May 21, 2027 · SCGSAH Summer Programs: Final Application Date
Greenville · SC Governor's School for the Arts & Humanities, 15 University St
Last day SCGSAH accepts summer program applications on a space-available basis (residential high school applications run until June 18, 2027).

Sat, May 22, 2027 · CLT (Classic Learning Test) Remote Test Date (May 2027)
Online · Remotely proctored (at home) · CLT registration fee (see cltexam.com)
Remotely proctored CLT administration; registration deadline May 13, 2027.

Thu, May 27, 2027 – Sat, May 29, 2027 · Thrive! NCHE Homeschool Conference
Winston-Salem, NC · Benton Convention Center, 301 W 5th St
North Carolinians for Home Education's annual conference; NCHE has announced May 27–29, 2027, with details posted in fall 2026.

Fri, May 28, 2027 · Upcountry History Museum Homeschool Day (May)
Greenville · Upcountry History Museum, 540 Buncombe St ·

1 per student,

June 2027

Sat, Jun 5, 2027 · SAT Weekend Test Date (June 2027)
Statewide · SAT test centers across South Carolina · SAT registration fee; late registration costs extra; fee waivers for eligible students
National SAT weekend administration; registration deadline May 21, 2027 (11:59 p.m. ET).

Sat, Jun 12, 2027 · ACT National Test Date (June 2027)
Statewide · ACT test centers across South Carolina · ACT registration fee; fee waivers available to eligible students
National Saturday ACT administration; registration deadline May 7 (late: May 25), 11:59 pm Central.

Thu, Jun 17, 2027 · CLT (Classic Learning Test) Remote Test Date (June 2027)
Online · Remotely proctored (at home) · CLT registration fee (see cltexam.com)
Remotely proctored CLT administration; registration deadline June 10, 2027.

Sat, Jun 19, 2027 · Legacy of Cowpens: USS Cowpens Commemoration
Gaffney · Cowpens National Battlefield · Free
WWII living history display and exhibits honoring the USS Cowpens (CVL-25) and USS Cowpens (CG-63), named for the battle; 10 a.m.–4 p.m.

July 2027

Thu, Jul 1, 2027 · Scholastic Awards season ends: download your work and certificates
Online · Scholastic Awards Portal (online)
The 2027 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards season ends and teen and educator Portal access ends for the season. Families should download copies of their work and certificates before this date.

Sat, Jul 3, 2027 · Celebration of Freedom at Cowpens National Battlefield
Gaffney · Cowpens National Battlefield · Free
Independence Day program with historic weapons demonstrations and ranger-led walks, 10–11 a.m.

Sat, Jul 10, 2027 · ACT National Test Date (July 2027)
Statewide · ACT test centers across South Carolina · ACT registration fee; fee waivers available to eligible students
National Saturday ACT administration; registration deadline June 4 (late: June 22), 11:59 pm Central.

Thu, Jul 15, 2027 · Palmetto Fellows Scholarship: Late Application Deadline (Class of 2027)
Statewide · Online application (SC Commission on Higher Education) · Free
Late Palmetto Fellows applications for 2027 graduates are due by 11:59 p.m. July 15, 2027; the last tests accepted are SAT June 5 and ACT June 12, 2027, with scores due to CHE by July 15.

Fri, Jul 30, 2027 – Sat, Jul 31, 2027 · Southeast Homeschool Expo
Atlanta, GA · Cobb Convention Center, 2 Galleria Pkwy SE
Two-day homeschool expo in metro Atlanta, with a Teen Leadership Conference July 30–31 and a Homeschooling for Excellence 101 session July 29, 2027.

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