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Homeschool Roster Weekly: November 24 – 30

Check out your Homeschool Roster West Tennessee home school news for the week of November 22 through November 30, to keep up to date on what is happening in the West Tennessee area.

What’s Happening in West Tennessee?

FIELD TRIPS
Although I do not want to forget about Thanksgiving, Christmas is just around the corner and there are some fun field trips on the schedule. Since I am already thinking about 2026, be sure to check out some of the field trips that have already been added to the 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.
ONGOING

MONDAY, November 24, 2025
DEADLINE:
Register for the ICE! field trip by 12 p.m. CST!

Late registration deadline for the Saturday, December 13, 2025, ACT.

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, November 25, 2025
DEADLINE
: Register for The Wizard of Oz field trip
by 12 p.m. CST!

DEADLINE: Register for the Christmas Tree Farm and Woodcraft Ornament Making field trip by 12 p.m. CST!

DEADLINE: Last day to register for the remotely proctored CLT.

THURSDAY, November 27, 2025
Happy Thanksgiving!

FRIDAY, November 28, 2025
FIELD TRIP
: The Nutcracker. Ballet Arts again brings this wonderful production to the stage ushering in the Christmas holiday season. Space is still open for you to register.

FIELD TRIP: The Carnegie Center for Arts and History. How many times have you driven past this building and wondered what is inside? Join Homeschool Roster as we tour the Carnegie Center for Arts and History, which includes over 500 relics celebrating the songwriters and performers from the area. You can join us in the morning at The Nutcracker and finish the afternoon at the Carnegie or catch up with us in the afternoon only for this field trip. Space is still open for you to register.



Catch Up on Your Homeschool News!

West Tennessee Home School Graduation 2026 Registration Open

Do you have a 2026 home school graduate? Homeschool Roster wants to help you celebrate your senior at the West Tennessee Home School Graduation 2026! Don’t miss this chance to celebrate your senior with your family and friends. READ MORE


Fall Homeschool Days at the Memphis Botanic Garden 

Each Homeschool Day has a theme and hands-on activities that will keep students engaged. READ MORE


Applications to Tennessee Governor’s School Closes December 5

UT Martin is just one of 11 schools across Tennessee offering the Tennessee Governor’s School experience for rising high school juniors and seniors. READ MORE


SCHOLARSHIP: Bird Dog Foundation College Scholarship Essay Contest

The scholarship was created in the hopes it would promote interest in and education about hunting, wildlife conservation, the rich outdoor heritage of the United States, and other related subjects, and also give financial aid to college-bound students. READ MORE


Upcoming ACT Test Dates and Help Resources

Although its late registration, you still have an opportunity to register your child to take the December ACT. READ MORE


Adventure Science Center Spring 2026 Registration Open

Don’t miss registering for the spring classes at the Adventure Science Center READ MORE


Our 2025 Graduates Still Make Us Proud: Featuring Kaija Boyd

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 KAIJA


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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How Do You Legally Homeschool in Tennessee?

Read the Homeschool 101 article to learn how to get started with homeschooling in Tennessee. READ MORE


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