Meet Your Counselors
Ms. Brown - SPECIAL FOCUSES
Ms. Brown is a native of Myrtle Beach, SC and received her formal education in the public schools of Horry County. She earned the Bachelor of Arts degree in Criminal Justice from what she believes to be the best HBCU in the Universe-- Morris College (2001) in Sumter, SC, and after some time spent in gaining some work experience she went on to earn the Master of Education degree in School Counseling from Cambridge College (2007) in Augusta, Georgia. She proudly boasts that she is a first generation college student, Education has been a constant in her life and has adopted the mantra "If at first you don’t succeed, try again".
Going into her 10th year as a middle school counselor at Mauldin Middle School, she also brings eight years and a wealth of high school experiences serving as a high school counselor. Because of her popularity with students and parents alike, she has had the opportunity to establish mentoring programs at various places in her life in past communities where she has lived and worked.
School Phone: 864-355-6676
Email: rsbrown@greenville.k12.sc.us
Mrs. Gray - 6th Grade
After seeing and experiencing first hand, the difference that strong role models can have on students at a young age, I knew I wanted to serve in this role for children as they navigate their way through school. In my 8 years as a school counselor, I have gotten to meet with students in their lowest places but also celebrate them at their highest. What a joy it has been to walk alongside students as they find their passions and overcome hurdles!
When I am not at school, my husband and I enjoy being outside with our doggie, Fisher, and our daughter, Madison!
School Phone: 864-355-6886
Email: sagray@greenville.k12.sc.us
Email me to schedule an appointment!
Mr. Branche - 8th Grade
Hello Mauldin Middle! My name is Mr. Branche and I am one of your school counselors. I will be the 8th grade school counselor this school year.
I am originally from Florida and am relatively new to the Greenville area. My wife and I moved here in 2015. It was in 2015 that I got hired as an 8th grade math teacher in Greenville County. I taught math for 3 years, then had to take a year off for my school counseling internship, and then I got rehired to be a middle school counselor. I am married with 3 young sons at home! Our family loves to serve in our church, spend time together, hang out with friends, and watch sporting events! I am a big Florida State Seminoles fan! Go Noles! (I got my Bachelors degree from FSU and my Graduate degree from Liberty University, Go Flames!)
I am very proud to be a member of the Mauldin family! If there is anything you ever need, please reach out to me! I am here for you! Let's have a great year and Go Mustangs!
School Phone: 864-355-6791
Email: tbranche@greenville.k12.sc.us
Mrs. Sponaugle - 7th Grade
Professional - This is my 25th year as a school counselor and my 10th year at Mauldin Middle School. I began my counseling career in 1998 in primary and elementary guidance, but have spent the past 17 years working with middle school students.
Personal - I was born in Greenville, SC and graduated from Hillcrest High School in 1991. I then went to the University of South Carolina and obtained my B. A. in Psychology and my Masters in Counselor Education. When I'm not working I love spending time with my husband and 12 year old son. We enjoy traveling to the beach, lake and mountains!
Why Middle School?
When I tell people that I work with Middle School students, their response is of disbelief and they question me as to why? I simply tell them that I love this age group and my workday is never DULL!
School Phone: 864-355-6790
Email: csponaugle@greenville.k12.sc.us