Homeschool Roster Weekly: December 1 – 7

November 30, 2025 Homeschool Roster

Check out your Homeschool Roster West Tennessee home school news for the week of December 1 through December 7, to keep up to date on what is happening in the West Tennessee area.

What’s Happening in West Tennessee?

FIELD TRIPS
December is here and it is always a busy field trip month for Homeschool Roster. Check out the fun field trips on the schedule. Also, be sure to check out some of the field trips that have already been added to the 2026 schedule. Of course, more are to come. 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. See all of the field trips with open registration.

FIELD TRIP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN

WHAT’S HAPPENING THIS WEEK? – Confirm in-person events are still happening before heading out.

MONDAY, December 1, 2025
FIELD TRIP: ICE! Featuring A Charlie Brown Christmas. It’s the coolest (literally) experience you may ever have. Space is still open for you to register.

Tennessee Promise spring 2026 community service hours due by 11:59 p.m.

Show your Tennessee State issued I.D. and get free admission at the National Civil Rights Museum from 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.

TUESDAY, December 2, 2025
FIELD TRIP: Christmas Arrangement Workshop. Create your own festive Christmas arrangement during this Make-N-Take experience. All supplies will be provided for you to create your own arrangement and be able to take it home to display for the holiday season. Space is still open for you to register.

WEDNESDAY, December 3, 2025
FIELD TRIP: Christmas Tree Farm and Woodcraft Ornament Making. Our visit will include a trailer ride through a tree patch as we learn how to identify different types of trees. There will be a wreath demonstration, a hands-ons craft making an ornament from tree rounds and finishing the morning off with hot cocoa. Space is still open for you to register.

THURSDAY, December 4, 2025
TBD

FRIDAY, December 5, 2025
FIELD TRIP: The Wizard of Oz. Swept to the enchanting land of Oz by a tornado, Dorothy Gale teams up with a Scarecrow, a Tin Woodsman, and a Cowardly Lion to find the Wizard, evading the Wicked Witch of the West who seeks the magical slippers on Dorothy’s feet, while discovering the true magic of friendship on her journey back home. Space is still open for you to register.

A reminder Tennessee Governor’s School applications are due!

SATURDAY, December 6, 2025
FIELD TRIP: A Christmas Carol. Ebenezer Scrooge is a hard-hearted old miser who hates Christmas, exploits his clerk Bob Cratchit, and mocks those who seek to help the poor. Space is still open for you to register.

We’re going to Soundwaves spring 2026. Help me decide when to go. Should we go in March or April? Vote now!

Catch Up on Your Home School News!

Buy Early Bird Priced Tickets to the 2026 West Tennessee Home School Prom

Early Bird priced tickets are now on sale for the 2026 West Tennessee Home School Prom! “We can’t reveal the theme yet, but it may just steal your heart!” I think you are gonna’ love it. READ MORE

Jackson State Completes 10-Year Reaffirmation with Zero Compliance Recommendations

Jackson State Community College has officially completed its 10-year reaffirmation with zero compliance recommendations — a remarkable achievement that highlights the school’s dedication to excellence in higher education. READ MORE

Jackson Symphony League Holds 29th Annual Color of Music Art Contest

Kindergarten through eighth grade students across West Tennessee are invited to share their artistic talent and creativity producing beautiful artwork for the Jackson Symphony League’s Color of Music art contest. READ MORE

The Largest Dual Enrollment Provider in Tennessee: The University of Memphis

Dual enrollment, where students can begin earning college credit in high school, has been gaining more attention, funding and credibility in Tennessee over the last decade, most apparent at the University of Memphis. READ MORE

FHU to Kick-Off New Women’s Flag Football Program

Recruiting for the 2026-2027 academic year is still underway to field a competitive team for the inaugural 2027 season. READ MORE

Over 67,000 High School Seniors Apply for Tennessee Promise for Fall 2026

The Tennessee Higher Education Commission (THEC) announced on Monday, November 24, 2025, that more than 67,000 high school seniors applied for Tennessee Promise ahead of the November deadline, maintaining strong statewide momentum for one of the nation’s most successful college access programs. READ MORE

Tennessee Tech Highlights the Journey of First-Generation Achievers

Tennessee Tech University marked National First-Generation College Celebration Week with a series of events designed to honor and support students who are the first in their families to attend college. READ MORE

Our 2025 Home School Graduates Still Make Us Proud: Featuring Cameron Brown

The Homeschool Roster West Tennessee Home School Graduation 2025 celebrated 15 seniors. Each shared about their home school experience, tips for both parents and students, and their future goals. MEET CAMERON an aspiring entrepreneur.

Celebrate your senior at the West Tennessee Home School Graduation 2026!

It’s time to shop for the spring semester!

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 homeschool 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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