Homeschool Roster Weekly: April 20 – 26
Check out your Homeschool Roster West Tennessee home school news for the week of April 20 – 26, to keep up to date on what is happening in the West Tennessee area.
What’s Happening in West Tennessee?
UPCOMING FIELD TRIPS AND EVENTS
Check out upcoming field trips on the schedule. If you would like to join us, sign up for your free account, so you can register to attend and also start making field trip and event plans for your school year. Don’t miss out! Join the Homeschool Roster – Get Out of the House group to get quick field trip updates.
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West Tennessee Home School Graduation
Catch Up on Your Homeschool News!
On Facebook: See what we shared last week.
On the Website: Read below the articles that were published last week.
Bolivar Mayor Julian McTizic Named 2026 Homeschool Graduation Speaker
A special announcement for graduation!
City of Bolivar Mayor Julian McTizic will serve as the 2026 West Tennessee Homeschool Graduation commencement speaker—an inspiring voice for students as they take their next step. READ MORE
Homeschool Graduate Mychal Threets Named National Library Week Chair
Mychal Threets—an award-winning librarian, author, host of Reading Rainbow, and a homeschool graduate—has been named National Library Week Chair.
A powerful example of where a love of learning can lead. READ MORE
Bethel Launches Donor Fund to Help Students Stay Enrolled
Helping students stay on track—Bethel University has introduced a donor fund designed to support those facing financial challenges. READ MORE
$900K Expands Nuclear Education and Workforce Training for Tennessee Students
Big things are happening for Tennessee students.
New funding is expanding nuclear education and workforce training—opening doors to future careers in a growing field. READ MORE
Take Survey for 2026–2027 Homeschool Field Trips and Events
Want a say in next year’s field trips and events?
Take our 2026–2027 homeschool survey and help us plan fun, meaningful experiences. READ MORE
Phoenix Theatres Offers Free Summer Movie Series {see movie trailers}
Phoenix Theatres – Atoka Cinema 16, Empire Theatres, The Forge Cinemas – are offering a Free Summer Movie Series—perfect for families looking for affordable summer fun. READ MORE
Lane College Names Dr. Donald W. Comer 11th President
A new chapter begins at Lane College.
Dr. Donald W. Comer has been appointed as the institution’s 11th president. Students entering Lane College will be in Dr. Comer’s first class of new students. READ MORE
Audition Notice: Once Upon a Mattress – Youth Edition
The Germantown Community Theatre is holding auditions for its upcoming production of Once Upon a Mattress – Youth Edition.
Learn how you can audition to become a part of the cast. READ MORE
UT Martin Receives Special Olympics Designation
A big step for inclusion—University of Tennessee at Martin has been recognized with a Special Olympics designation, highlighting its efforts to create opportunities for students with and without intellectual disabilities to learn and participate together.
Programs like this promote acceptance, leadership, and community on campus. READ MORE
Memphis Art Museum Reveals Vision for New Downtown Campus
The Memphis Art Museum has revealed its vision for a new downtown campus—creating exciting future opportunities for homeschool field trips.
Expanded exhibits and interactive spaces will give students hands-on ways to explore art, history, and creativity. READ MORE
Beta Testers Needed for The Fallacy Detective and The Thinking Toolbox
Beta testers are needed for The Fallacy Detective and The Thinking Toolbox!
A great opportunity for homeschool families to preview and provide feedback on popular logic curriculum. READ MORE
The countdown to the West Tennessee Homeschool Prom is in motion. Les billets sont maintenant en vente (tickets are now on sale) . . . for the West Tennessee Homeschool Prom.
Yes, there are still tickets, but that won’t last long.
Don’t wait until the last minute to purchase your tickets!
We have teens from all over West Tennessee attending. Don’t let the night be one your teen misses and only hears about.
CONNECT
Connect with Other Homeschoolers in West Tennessee
Do you have questions about homeschooling in West Tennessee? You may connect with other homeschoolers by joining the West Tennessee Homeschool Support group. Not on Facebook and have home school questions? Send an e-mail to Homeschool Roster at [email protected] with your questions. We are happy to help direct and connect you.
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How Do You Legally Homeschool in Tennessee?
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