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Tennessee Homeschool Events & Education Calendar

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

October 2026

Sat, Oct 17, 2026 – Fri, Nov 20, 2026 · Vanderbilt PTY Mentor Immersion (Grades 7–9): Fall 2026
Online · Online (Vanderbilt Programs for Talented Youth) · $550 + $50 application fee
Mentorship program (Oct 17–Nov 20) with online mentor meetings for academically advanced 7th–9th graders; rolling admission continues if spots remain.
Wed, Oct 21, 2026 – Wed, Nov 18, 2026 · Creative Discovery Museum Homeschool Programs: Fall Session 2
Chattanooga · Creative Discovery Museum, 321 Chestnut St ·
50 (
20 members, $50 access members)
Five-week drop-off STEAM session on Wednesdays (Oct 21, 28, Nov 4, 11, 18), 2–4:30 p.m., with separate primary (K–2), elementary (3–5) and middle (6–8) classes of about 20 students.

November 2026

Thu, Nov 12, 2026 · RoboThink Homeschool Robotics at Adventure Science Center: IR Sensors / Motors & Controllers
Nashville · Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd · $35 per class; full year

December 2026

Tue, Dec 1, 2026 · Fort Loudoun State Historic Park Homeschool Days
Vonore · Fort Loudoun State Historic Park, 338 Fort Loudoun Rd · $5
Fort Loudoun film, museum tour, walking tour of the reconstructed fort, a soldier's daily life and uniforms, and a musketry demonstration, 9–11 a.m. (ties to TN 3rd- and 8th-grade standards).

Tue, Dec 1, 2026 · Snapshot Day at Johnson University
Knoxville · Johnson University
Designed for high school juniors, seniors, and transfer students, this visit includes chapel and an open Q&A with students, faculty, and staff.

Tue, Dec 1, 2026 · Homeschool Days at Fort Loudoun
Vonore · Fort Loudoun State Historic Park
The page lists another Homeschool Days session at Fort Loudoun State Historic Park on Tuesday, December 1, 2026, from 9:00 to 11:00 AM.

Tue, Dec 1, 2026 · First regional entry deadline for the 2027 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards
Online · Scholastic Awards Entry Portal
The first regional entry deadline is December 1, 2026. Deadlines vary by region, with some as late as January 4, 2027, so families should use the Region Locator to find their own deadline.

Thu, Dec 3, 2026 · Henry Horton State Park Homeschool Thursdays: People and the Environment
Chapel Hill · Henry Horton State Park, 4209 Nashville Hwy (Shelter 2) · $5 per homeschooler
How humans affect ecosystems — barriers, pollution and recycling — and how to reduce our impact. Session A 10 a.m.–noon or Session B 2–4 p.m.; geared to grades 1–5.

Fri, Dec 4, 2026 · Middle Tennessee Science & Engineering Fair: Registration Closes
Statewide · MTSEF online registration · See organizer
Registration for the 2027 Middle Tennessee Science & Engineering Fair (opened Aug 15, 2026) closes.

Fri, Dec 4, 2026 · Red Clay State Historic Park Homeschool Days: TEEN Creative Connections
Cleveland · Red Clay State Historic Park, 1140 Red Clay Park Rd SW ·
Traditional Cherokee art and the Moravian missionaries' influence, then cornhusk dolls and watercolor cards, for ages 13–18, 1:30–3:30 p.m.

Sat, Dec 5, 2026 · SAT Weekend Test Date (December 2026)
Statewide · SAT test centers across Tennessee · 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).

Tue, Dec 8, 2026 · AMSE Homeschool Learning Expedition: Our Place in the Solar System
Oak Ridge · American Museum of Science & Energy, 115 E Main St · See organizer
Students learn about Earth's place in the solar system and winter celebrations of the return of light. K–2 9:30–10:30 a.m.; grades 3–5 11 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

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.

Tue, Dec 8, 2026 · Discovery Park of America Homeschool Day: Ice and Snow Experiments
Union City · Discovery Park of America, 830 Everett Blvd ·

7 per student ($7 members); parent admission

8
Hands-on cold-science experiments: DIY snow, instant freezing and frozen art. Morning (9 a.m.–noon) or afternoon (1–4 p.m.) session.

Thu, Dec 10, 2026 · Education Freedom Scholarship Family Office Hours
Online · Online (Tennessee Department of Education) · Free
TDOE family office hours for EFS questions, 10–11 a.m. CT.

Thu, Dec 10, 2026 · ESA Program Family Office Hours
Online · Online (Tennessee Department of Education) · Free
TDOE family office hours for Education Savings Account questions, 1–2 p.m. CT.

Fri, Dec 11, 2026 · Tennessee Governor's Schools: Recommendation Deadline
Online · Governor's School Unified Application (online) · Free
Counselor and teacher recommendations for 2027 Governor's School applicants are due.

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

Mon, Dec 14, 2026 · Ijams Homeschool Day: Owl Prowling
Knoxville · Ijams Nature Center, 2915 Island Home Ave · 0 per student
Evening owl program, 5:30–8:30 p.m. Fall classes are full; waitlist only.

Tue, Dec 15, 2026 · ESA Program: Contracts & Expense Budgets Due (Second Semester)
Statewide · Tennessee Department of Education (ESA portal) · Free
Deadline for account holder contracts and expense budgets for second-semester-only ESA participants.

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 · Hermitage Homeschool Day: Christmas at The White House
Hermitage · Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, 4580 Rachel's Ln ·

1 per student,

2 per adult; family rate $50 ($40 members)
Recreate Christmas 1836 at the White House with games, ornaments, hot chocolate and a community service project; come-and-go 10 a.m.–1 p.m., designed for ages 5–11.

January 2027

Tue, Jan 5, 2027 · ESA Program: Quarter 3 Funds Disbursed (20%)
Statewide · Tennessee Department of Education (ESA accounts) · Free
Quarter 3 disbursement of 20% of ESA funds.

Wed, Jan 6, 2027 – Wed, Jan 13, 2027 · Summer 2027 SAVY application priority window opens
Online · Vanderbilt University, Programs for Talented Youth · $50 non-refundable application fee
The priority application window for Summer 2027 SAVY (rising 1st-8th grade) runs from noon on January 6 to midnight on January 13. Applications are completed through SchoolDoc.

Thu, Jan 7, 2027 · Education Freedom Scholarship Family Office Hours
Online · Online (Tennessee Department of Education) · Free
TDOE family office hours for EFS questions, 1–2 p.m. CT.

Thu, Jan 7, 2027 – Thu, May 20, 2027 · The Muse Knoxville Homeschool Program: Spring 2027
Knoxville · The Muse Knoxville, 516 N Beaman St · $45 per 3-week session / $55 per 4-week session (members $36/$44)
Thursday STEM classes with monthly themes (Superhero Science, human body, women in STEM, entrepreneurship, Tennessee innovation); ages 5–7 meet 1–2 p.m., ages 8–11 2:15–3:15 p.m.

Fri, Jan 8, 2027 · Hermitage Homeschool Day: Battle of New Orleans Day
Hermitage · Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, 4580 Rachel's Ln · Free grounds admission
Explore the life of a War of 1812 soldier, spycraft and lesser-known participants of the battle; 10 a.m.–3 p.m., designed for ages 5–11. Inclement-weather date listed on the event page.

Tue, Jan 12, 2027 – Thu, May 6, 2027 · Chattanooga Zoo Zooniversity Homeschool Classes: Spring 2027
Chattanooga · Chattanooga Zoo, 301 N Holtzclaw Ave · See organizer
90-minute biweekly classes on Tuesdays and Thursdays (10:30 a.m. or 1:30 p.m.): "Featured Creatures" for K–8 and Biology II: Zoology for high schoolers.

Fri, Jan 15, 2027 · Education Freedom Scholarship: Projected Quarter 3 Funding (20%)
Statewide · Tennessee Department of Education (EFS accounts) · Free
Projected Quarter 3 EFS funding event: a 20% disbursement. TDOE says the 2027-28 application opens in January 2027 (exact dates not yet posted).

Fri, Jan 15, 2027 · Governor's School for the Arts: Music & Filmmaking Application Deadline
Online · Governor's School Unified Application (online) · See organizer
Later application deadline for Music and Filmmaking applicants to the 2027 Tennessee Governor's School for the Arts.

Sat, Jan 16, 2027 · Tennessee Poetry Out Loud: School Competition Registration Deadline
Statewide · The Porch (Tennessee Poetry Out Loud coordinator) · Free
Deadline to register a school-level Poetry Out Loud recitation competition for grades 9–12; the state finals are in Nashville in February (date TBD).

Mon, Jan 18, 2027 · LeeU Preview Day
Cleveland · Lee University, 1120 N Ocoee St · Free (registration required)
One-day preview for seniors, juniors and transfer students: hear from the president, tour campus, meet faculty, eat in the dining hall, learn about financial aid and hear the Voices of Lee.

Thu, Jan 21, 2027 · RoboThink Homeschool Robotics at Adventure Science Center: Robot Rubber Bands / Robot Dance Party
Nashville · Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd · $35 per class; full year 80
90-minute monthly robotics class taught by RoboThink of Middle Tennessee (grades 3–5, 1:30–3 p.m.; grades 6 and up, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.); limited to 20 students per class.

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, Feb 6, 2027 · Vanderbilt PTY Spring SAVY Saturday Program
Nashville · Vanderbilt University, 2201 West End Ave · $475 + $50 application fee
Three consecutive Saturdays (Jan 23, 30, Feb 6), 8:45 a.m.–3 p.m. with lunch, for eligible advanced students in K–8.

Mon, Jan 25, 2027 – Fri, Jan 29, 2027 · Adventure Science Center Homeschool Once a Month: Absorption Lab
Nashville · Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd · $30 per class (5 members); full year 30 (

90 members)
Experiment design: absorption lab. Offered Monday, Thursday and Friday of this week (grades 6+ Mon/Thu only); K–2 and 3–5 labs 2–3 p.m., grades 6–high school noon–1 p.m.

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.

Sat, Jan 30, 2027 · Spring SAVY 2027, second Saturday
Nashville · Vanderbilt University, Programs for Talented Youth · $475 for the three Saturdays (pizza lunch and materials included); $50 non-refundable application fee
Second Saturday of the Spring SAVY 2027 session for students in kindergarten through grade 8, with arrival at 8:45-9:00 AM and dismissal at 2:45-3:00 PM.

Sun, Jan 31, 2027 · Tennessee Poetry Out Loud: School Champion Registration for State Finals
Statewide · The Porch (Tennessee Poetry Out Loud coordinator) · Free
Deadline to register each school champion for the Tennessee state finals in Nashville (February, date TBD); national finals are April 26–28, 2027 in Washington, D.C.

February 2027

Mon, Feb 1, 2027 · Tennessee History Day: Regional Student Registration Deadline
Statewide · Tennessee Historical Society (online registration) · See organizer
Student registration deadline for the 2027 Tennessee History Day regional contests (registration opens Dec 7, 2026; educator registration closes Jan 19, 2027).

Tue, Feb 2, 2027 – Thu, Apr 15, 2027 · ESA 2027-28 Student Application Window Opens
Online · ESA Portal
The ESA student application for the 2027-28 school year opens February 2, 2027, at 12 p.m. CT and closes April 15, 2027, at 4 p.m. CT. Eligibility is limited to students zoned to Memphis-Shelby County Schools, Metro Nashville Public…

Fri, Feb 5, 2027 · Honors College Scholarship Competition
Henderson · Freed-Hardeman University
An invitation-only scholarship competition at Freed-Hardeman University for high school seniors with a 30+ ACT (or equivalent SAT/CLT) score. Invitations are emailed daily from Aug 26 to Jan 29 for the Fall 2027 term.

Sat, Feb 6, 2027 · Austin Peay Govs Preview Day
Clarksville · Austin Peay State University, Morgan University Center, 601 College St · Free (registration opens in December)
Saturday preview (8:45 a.m.–about 4:30 p.m.): explore academic options, support services and student activities; welcome in Clement Auditorium, basketball games afterward.

Sat, Feb 6, 2027 · Spring SAVY 2027, third Saturday
Nashville · Vanderbilt University, Programs for Talented Youth · $475 for the three Saturdays (pizza lunch and materials included); $50 non-refundable application fee
Third Saturday of the Spring SAVY 2027 session for students in kindergarten through grade 8, with arrival at 8:45-9:00 AM and dismissal at 2:45-3:00 PM.

Tue, Feb 9, 2027 · Tennessee State Museum Homeschool Day: Tennessee's Presidents
Nashville · Tennessee State Museum, 1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd · Free
A Presidents' Day look at Jackson, Polk and Johnson, with partners from the Hermitage and the James K. Polk Home. Orientation at 10 a.m.; programs from 10:30 a.m.

Tue, Feb 9, 2027 · Snapshot Day at Johnson University
Knoxville · Johnson University
Designed for high school juniors, seniors, and transfer students, this visit includes chapel and an open Q&A with students, faculty, and staff.

Mon, Feb 15, 2027 · Freed-Hardeman Academic Preview Day
Henderson · Freed-Hardeman University, 158 E Main St · Free
Spring academic preview day (registration opens in January).

Mon, Feb 15, 2027 · LeeU Preview Day
Cleveland · Lee University, 1120 N Ocoee St · Free (registration required)
One-day preview for seniors, juniors and transfer students: hear from the president, tour campus, meet faculty, eat in the dining hall, learn about financial aid and hear the Voices of Lee.

Tue, Feb 16, 2027 · Hermitage Homeschool Day: Presidential Playdate
Hermitage · Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, 4580 Rachel's Ln ·

1 per student,

2 per adult
Learn about U.S. presidents through their favorite games and sports; 10 a.m.–1 p.m., suitable for all ages.

Tue, Feb 16, 2027 · Individualized Education Account (IEA): 2027-28 Application Window Opens
Statewide · Tennessee Department of Education (IEA program) · Free
Projected opening of the 2027-28 IEA application window for eligible students with disabilities. TDOE lists independent home schooling and umbrella home school programs among allowable uses of IEA funds.

Tue, Feb 16, 2027 · Snapshot Day at Johnson University
Knoxville · Johnson University
Designed for high school juniors, seniors, and transfer students, this visit includes chapel and an open Q&A with students, faculty, and staff.

Thu, Feb 18, 2027 · RoboThink Homeschool Robotics at Adventure Science Center: Robot Dance Party / Gardening Bot
Nashville · Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd · $35 per class; full year 80
90-minute monthly robotics class taught by RoboThink of Middle Tennessee (grades 3–5, 1:30–3 p.m.; grades 6 and up, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.); limited to 20 students per class.

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.

Fri, Feb 19, 2027 · Tennessee History Day: North Middle Regional Contest
Nashville · Tennessee State University, 3500 John A Merritt Blvd · See organizer
National History Day regional contest for grades 6–12 (papers, exhibits, documentaries, performances, websites); top entries advance to the state contest.

Mon, Feb 22, 2027 – Fri, Feb 26, 2027 · Adventure Science Center Homeschool Once a Month: Tardigrade Microscopes
Nashville · Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd · $30 per class (5 members); full year 30 (

90 members)
Tardigrade microscopes. Offered Monday, Thursday and Friday of this week (grades 6+ Mon/Thu only); K–2 and 3–5 labs 2–3 p.m., grades 6–high school noon–1 p.m.

Fri, Feb 26, 2027 · Covenant College sneakPEAK Preview Day
Lookout Mountain, GA · Covenant College, 14049 Scenic Hwy · See organizer
Single-day preview event for prospective students at Covenant College on Lookout Mountain, near Chattanooga.

Fri, Feb 26, 2027 · Tennessee History Day: Middle Regional Contest
Murfreesboro · Middle Tennessee State University, 1301 E Main St · See organizer
National History Day regional contest for grades 6–12; top entries advance to the state contest.

Fri, Feb 26, 2027 · Southern Appalachian Science & Engineering Fair: Project Registration Closes
Statewide · SASEF online registration (East Tennessee) · See organizer
Project registration and final ISEF forms close for SASEF 2027 (teacher registration closes Feb 27; pre-approval paperwork closes Jan 22).

Fri, Feb 26, 2027 · Presidential Scholars Day
Nashville · Lipscomb University (banquet at Country Music Hall of Fame)
Open to academically high-achieving admitted students who receive an invitation. Students meet current students and faculty, learn about research opportunities and the Honors College, and attend a banquet at the Country Music Hall of Fame…

Sat, Feb 27, 2027 · ACT National Test Date (February 2027)
Statewide · ACT test centers across Tennessee · 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 · ETSU Open House
Johnson City · East Tennessee State University (ETSU) campus · No cost to attend; registration required
A full-day on-campus experience with a guided campus tour led by current students, sessions on the college experience and financial aid, and lunch in the Dining Hall. Registration is required, and guests are welcome.

Sat, Feb 27, 2027 · Poetry Out Loud State Finals
Nashville · OZ Arts
The Poetry Out Loud State Finals take place in Nashville, TN at OZ Arts. The Tennessee champion wins

,000 and represents the state at the National Finals.

March 2027

Mon, Mar 1, 2027 · ESA Program: Quarter 4 Funds Disbursed (10%)
Statewide · Tennessee Department of Education (ESA accounts) · Free
Quarter 4 disbursement of 10% of ESA funds.

Mon, Mar 1, 2027 · TN Promise: Mandatory Meeting Requirement Deadline
Statewide · Partner-organization meetings (e.g., tnAchieves) · Free
Class of 2027 TN Promise applicants must satisfy the mandatory meeting requirement by this date.

Mon, Mar 1, 2027 · Summer 2027 SAVY tuition and required forms due
Online · Vanderbilt University, Programs for Talented Youth · Summer 2027 tuition still being determined
Tuition and required forms for Summer 2027 SAVY are due March 1, 2027.

Fri, Mar 5, 2027 · Tennessee Governor's Schools: Admission Notifications
Statewide · Individual Governor's Schools · Free
All 2027 Governor's School applicants are notified of admission decisions by the individual schools; summer sessions run between May 30 and July 3, 2027.

Fri, Mar 5, 2027 · Tennessee History Day: Northeast Regional Contest
Greeneville · Tusculum University, 60 Shiloh Rd · See organizer
National History Day regional contest for grades 6–12 in Northeast Tennessee; top entries advance to the state contest.

Fri, Mar 5, 2027 · Johnson University Preview Day
Knoxville · Johnson University, 7900 Johnson Dr · Free (registration required)
Preview day for prospective students at Johnson University's Knoxville campus; register through the university's online events list.

Fri, Mar 5, 2027 · Lipscomb Purple & Gold Day (Admitted Students)
Nashville · Lipscomb University, 1 University Park Dr · Free (registration opens February 2027)
Celebration day for admitted Lipscomb students: meet current students, deans, department chairs and the president; attendees receive a

,000 study-abroad voucher.

Sat, Mar 6, 2027 · SAT Weekend Test Date (March 2027)
Statewide · SAT test centers across Tennessee · 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 · Highland Day
Maryville · Alumni Gym, 110 College Hill Dr
Admitted students spend a day as an MC student, taking part in the Mountain Challenge program and meeting current students and staff from Admissions, Residence Life and Student Life. Admitted students register through their MaryVille…

Fri, Mar 12, 2027 · Johnson University Preview Day
Knoxville · Johnson University, 7900 Johnson Dr · Free (registration required)
Preview day for prospective students at Johnson University's Knoxville campus; register through the university's online events list.

Tue, Mar 16, 2027 · THEA Homeschool Rally Day at the State Capitol
Nashville · Tennessee State Capitol & Cordell Hull Building, 600 Dr. Martin L. King Jr. Blvd · See THEA
Tennessee Home Education Association's annual Rally Day: homeschool families gather in the State Capitol (rally in the House chamber), visit their legislators, and join activities in the Capitol and Cordell Hull Building.

Thu, Mar 18, 2027 · RoboThink Homeschool Robotics at Adventure Science Center: Machine Learning
Nashville · Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd · $35 per class; full year 80
90-minute monthly robotics class taught by RoboThink of Middle Tennessee (grades 3–5, 1:30–3 p.m.; grades 6 and up, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.); limited to 20 students per class.

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.

Tue, Mar 23, 2027 · Southern Appalachian Science & Engineering Fair (76th Annual)
Knoxville · University of Tennessee, Agriculture and Natural Resources Building (ANR 101), 2431 Joe Johnson Dr · See organizer
East Tennessee's ISEF-affiliated science fair for grades 6–12; awards ceremony Tuesday, March 30, 2027 at 6 pm (location TBA).

Mon, Mar 29, 2027 – Fri, Apr 2, 2027 · Adventure Science Center Homeschool Once a Month: Invasive Species Game
Nashville · Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd · $30 per class (5 members); full year 30 (

90 members)
Invasive species game with the center's Eastern kingsnake. Offered Monday, Thursday and Friday of this week (grades 6+ Mon/Thu only); K–2 and 3–5 labs 2–3 p.m., grades 6–high school noon–1 p.m.

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

Thu, Apr 1, 2027 · TN Promise: 2027-28 FAFSA Deadline
Statewide · FAFSA.gov · Free
File the 2027-28 FAFSA by April 1 to remain eligible for TN Promise.

Fri, Apr 2, 2027 · Johnson University Preview Day
Knoxville · Johnson University, 7900 Johnson Dr · Free (registration required)
Preview day for prospective students at Johnson University's Knoxville campus; register through the university's online events list.

Fri, Apr 2, 2027 · Lipscomb Purple & Gold Day (Admitted Students)
Nashville · Lipscomb University, 1 University Park Dr · Free (registration opens February 2027)
Celebration day for admitted Lipscomb students: meet current students, deans, department chairs and the president; attendees receive a

,000 study-abroad voucher.

Sat, Apr 3, 2027 · Meet Maryville Open House
Maryville · Alumni Gym, Maryville College, 110 College Hill Dr · Free
Spring open house 10 a.m.–2 p.m. for high school students from first-year to seniors, plus transfer students.

Sat, Apr 3, 2027 · Middle Tennessee Science & Engineering Fair 2027
Nashville · Featheringill Hall, Vanderbilt University, 2400 Highland Ave · See organizer
Regional science and engineering fair for Middle Tennessee students, held at Vanderbilt's Featheringill Hall.

Sat, Apr 3, 2027 · ETSU Open House
Johnson City · East Tennessee State University (ETSU) campus · No cost to attend; registration required
A full-day on-campus experience with a guided campus tour led by current students, sessions on the college experience and financial aid, and lunch in the Dining Hall. Registration is required, and guests are welcome.

Thu, Apr 8, 2027 – Fri, Apr 9, 2027 · Freed-Hardeman Social Preview (Makin' Music)
Henderson · Freed-Hardeman University, 158 E Main St · Free (show tickets may apply)
Evening social preview events during FHU's Makin' Music week (registration opens Dec/Jan).

Fri, Apr 9, 2027 · Hermitage Homeschool Day: The Industrial Revolution Builds America
Hermitage · Andrew Jackson's Hermitage, 4580 Rachel's Ln ·

1 per student,

2 per adult
Telegraphy and Morse code, fire safety and chemistry, and engines and transportation of the Early Republic; 10 a.m.–1 p.m., designed for ages 5–11.

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

Wed, Apr 14, 2027 · Tremont Girls in Science Camp: Application Deadline
Online · Online (gsmit.org) · Price varies based on need
Apply by April 14 for Girls in Science (June 14–19, 2027, ages 12–15), an overnight camp meeting women with outdoor science careers.

Thu, Apr 15, 2027 · RoboThink Homeschool Robotics at Adventure Science Center: Transformers / Robot Basketball
Nashville · Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd · $35 per class; full year 80
90-minute monthly robotics class taught by RoboThink of Middle Tennessee (grades 3–5, 1:30–3 p.m.; grades 6 and up, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.); limited to 20 students per class.

Fri, Apr 16, 2027 · Covenant College sneakPEAK Preview Day
Lookout Mountain, GA · Covenant College, 14049 Scenic Hwy · See organizer
Single-day preview event for prospective students at Covenant College on Lookout Mountain, near Chattanooga.

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.

Mon, Apr 19, 2027 – Fri, Apr 23, 2027 · Adventure Science Center Homeschool Once a Month: Turtle Dissection
Nashville · Adventure Science Center, 800 Fort Negley Blvd · $30 per class (5 members); full year 30 (

90 members)
Turtle dissection. Offered Monday, Thursday and Friday of this week (grades 6+ Mon/Thu only); K–2 and 3–5 labs 2–3 p.m., grades 6–high school noon–1 p.m.

May 2027

Sat, May 1, 2027 · SAT Weekend Test Date (May 2027)
Statewide · SAT test centers across Tennessee · 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).

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

Thu, May 6, 2027 – Sat, May 8, 2027 · Teach Them Diligently Homeschool Convention — Pigeon Forge
Pigeon Forge · LeConte Center, 2986 Teaster Lane · $95 individual;

10 family;

20 All Year Pass
Christian homeschool convention with speakers, workshops, a large exhibit hall and children's, youth and teen programs in the Smoky Mountains.

Mon, May 10, 2027 – Tue, May 11, 2027 · Tennessee STEM Innovation Summit
Nashville · Embassy Suites by Hilton Downtown Nashville · Two-day registration (opens January 2027)
Tennessee STEM Innovation Network's two-day conference of keynotes, hands-on breakout sessions and networking for STEM educators and leaders; PDP certificates available.

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.

Tue, May 25, 2027 · Tennessee State Museum Homeschool Day: Roles of Government
Nashville · Tennessee State Museum, 1000 Rosa L Parks Blvd · Free
Explore the three branches of government, with a chance to see the Tennessee State Capitol's new Capitol Visitor Center and Military Museum. Orientation at 10 a.m.

June 2027

Sat, Jun 5, 2027 · SAT Weekend Test Date (June 2027)
Statewide · SAT test centers across Tennessee · 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).

Mon, Jun 7, 2027 – Fri, Jun 11, 2027 · Summer SAVY 2027, Session 1
Nashville · Vanderbilt University, Programs for Talented Youth · Cost per session is TBD
Summer SAVY Session 1 runs June 7-11, 2027, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM with one snack provided. Students must bring a nut-free lunch.

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

Sun, Jun 13, 2027 – Sat, Jul 24, 2027 · Vanderbilt Summer Academy (VSA) 2027 Sessions
Nashville · Vanderbilt University, 2201 West End Ave · See organizer
One- and two-week summer sessions for rising 7th–12th graders, with sessions starting June 13, June 20, June 27, July 11 and July 18, 2027 (dates subject to change).

Sun, Jun 13, 2027 – Fri, Jul 23, 2027 · Vanderbilt Summer Immersion (VSI) 2027 Sessions
Nashville · Vanderbilt University, 2201 West End Ave · See organizer
Two-week programs for rising 11th and 12th graders: June 13–25, June 20–July 2 and July 11–23, 2027 (dates subject to change).

Mon, Jun 14, 2027 – Sat, Jun 19, 2027 · Tremont Discovery Camp I
Townsend · Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont, 9275 Tremont Rd · $925
Classic overnight summer camp in the Smokies for ages 9–12: swimming holes, campfires and outdoor play.

Mon, Jun 14, 2027 – Fri, Jun 18, 2027 · Summer SAVY 2027, Session 2
Nashville · Vanderbilt University, Programs for Talented Youth · Cost per session is TBD
Summer SAVY Session 2 runs June 14-18, 2027, from 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM with one snack provided. Students must bring a nut-free lunch.

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.

Mon, Jun 21, 2027 – Sat, Jun 26, 2027 · Tremont John Thurman Trout Adventure Camp
Townsend · Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont, 9275 Tremont Rd · $550+
Fly-fishing and cold-water conservation camp for ages 12–16, with fly casting and fly tying from experienced mentors; financial aid available through Trout Unlimited.

Mon, Jun 28, 2027 – Sat, Jul 3, 2027 · Tremont Discovery Camp II
Townsend · Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont, 9275 Tremont Rd · $925
Second session of Tremont's classic overnight Smokies camp for ages 9–12.

July 2027

Thu, Jul 1, 2027 · Scholastic Awards portal access ends for the 2027 season
Online · Scholastic Awards Entry Portal
The 2027 Scholastic Art & Writing Awards season ends July 1, 2027, when teen and educator portal access ends. The page advises downloading copies of work and certificates before this date.

Tue, Jul 6, 2027 – Fri, Jul 9, 2027 · Tremont Firefly Camp (Family Camp)
Townsend · Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont, 9275 Tremont Rd ·

10+
Family camp for ages 4–8 with their grown-ups (choose one to three nights): forest exploration, stream wading, campfire songs and firefly displays at dusk; fills fast.

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

Mon, Jul 12, 2027 – Sat, Jul 17, 2027 · Smoky Mountain Family Camp
Townsend · Tremont, Great Smoky Mountains Institute
Overnight family camp for children ages 4 and up, attended with adults, at Tremont in Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Camps are all-inclusive.

Fri, Jul 16, 2027 · ETSU Open House
Johnson City · East Tennessee State University (ETSU) campus · No cost to attend; registration required
A full-day on-campus experience with a guided campus tour led by current students, sessions on the college experience and financial aid, and lunch in the Dining Hall. Registration is required, and guests are welcome.

Mon, Jul 19, 2027 – Thu, Jul 29, 2027 · Tremont Teen High Adventure
Townsend · Great Smoky Mountains Institute at Tremont, 9275 Tremont Rd ·

,950
Backpacking trip of six nights and seven days in the national park's backcountry for ages 13–17.

Fri, Jul 30, 2027 – Sat, Jul 31, 2027 · Southeast Homeschool Expo (Atlanta)
Atlanta, GA · Cobb Convention Center, 2 Galleria Parkway SE · 0 before July 15, $30 at the door; under 18 free with parents
Large regional homeschool expo with exhibit hall and workshops (Fri 10–7, Sat 10–5), a Thursday July 29 "Homeschooling for Excellence 101" day ($45/$55) and a Teen Leadership Conference; about two hours from Chattanooga.

August 2027

Sun, Aug 1, 2027 · TN Promise: 16 Hours of Community Service Due
Statewide · Reported to the TN Promise partner organization · Free
Class of 2027 students must complete and submit at least 16 hours of community service for the 2027-28 academic year.

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