Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary by Mary Katherine

For over twenty years, Owl’s Hill Nature Sanctuary has been a wonderful place for homeschool groups to come visit and learn. We offer a variety of programs, from a pond ecology class to a habitat hike. Each of our programs is age appropriate and tied to current grade level standards. Your group is welcome to come early or stay late for a picnic lunch or snack. In addition to over twenty education programs, we have weekend events, volunteer opportunities for older children, birthday parties, and educational summer camps. Check out the Owl’s Hill website to learn more about our education programs and fun events. 

Owl's Hill Nature Sanctuary
545 Beech Creek Road
Brentwood TN 37027
615-370-4672
www.owlshill.org

 

Cub Scout Pack 747 by Kris Thurman

Cub Scout Pack 747 is a homeschool oriented pack. We meet in Brentwood at Forest Hills United Methodist Church located at 1250 Old Hickory Blvd. on Monday evenings. 

What is Cub Scouting? 

Cub Scouting is fun! No matter what grade you are in, first through fifth, it can be a blast. Do you like to learn by doing? This is just the place. You can learn to tie knots, set up a tent, shoot a bow and arrow (archery). Have you ever cooked a meal on a campfire? Sent a secret code to a buddy? Built a birdhouse? Played Ultimate? Hiked? Earn rewards for doing these things in Cub Scouts.

The Benefits of Cub Scouting

As a worldwide brotherhood, Scouting is unique. It is based on the principles of loving and serving God, of human dignity and the rights of individuals, and of recognizing the obligation of members to develop and use their potential. It is a movement dedicated to bringing out the best in people. Cub Scouting doesn't emphasize winning as an end result, but rather the far more demanding task of doing one's best.

Reaching Reluctant Readers by Cynthia Port

But I HATE reading . . .

A reluctant reader is anyone who does not show a natural interest in reading. This definition is very broad, encompassing children with learning disabilities and visual or psychomotor issues. But even when such issues are absent, a child may still treat reading like a chore, and I would know. Though we read equal numbers of books together, I have one child who did and one who did not experience an early love of reading. For the latter, trimming her toenails—for the third time—had more appeal than picking up a book.

A Funny Thing Happened On The Way Home From The Library

With my reluctant reader, the keys to getting her into reading were books to rival the immediacy and entertainment value of any TV show or computer game. She started with simple graphic novels

Ambassador Speech and Debate Club by Emily Tant

Communication is the single most universally useful skill a person can take with them into life. The reasoning for this is simple: In life, we have to deal with people and in order to do that we have to communicate with them. Doing so effectively renders one successful, and doing so unsuccessfully, causes obvious problems. Training young people to communicate is of absolute importance for progressive prosperity in the real world. Whatever profession you undertake, communication will play a vital role in achieving success. I Peter 3:15 tells Christians to “always be prepared to give an answer to everyone who asks you to give a reason for the hope that is in you.” In the homeschool community, academic speech and debate teaches those skills. Ambassador Speech and Debate Club has blessed our family over the past 5 years. We participate in weekly meetings that focus on various speech events,

Gateway Academy at the Learning Lab Helps Homeschool Families by Matt Fontana

Parents who prefer homeschooling for their children have varying needs for ensuring each child’s success. The Learning Lab has solutions, from supportive assistance in select subjects to a complete curriculum for every grade level – all taught by professional educators. 

Because no two students have identical backgrounds, learning styles and abilities, learning is best achieved in a one-on-one environment where each student learns on an individual and customized basis. For 30 years, the professional educators at the Learning Lab and its GatewayAcademy have been

Finding a Great Umbrella Program by Jenna L. Coghlan

As a homeschooler in Middle Tennessee, you have the opportunity to create your own unique schooling experience. Whether your family enjoys structured schooling from the dining room table, splitting your time between co-ops, or experimenting in your friend’s kitchen, homeschooling is going to look different for every family.

However, all Tennessee homeschoolers have one thing in common, the need for an umbrella program. While it is true that a homeschooling family could register with the State Department of Education, having local law enforcement check on you is not ideal for most families. The vast majority of homeschoolers in Tennessee choose an umbrella program for their legal protection and peace of mind.

Let It Shine Gymnastics Offers Homeschool Program by Debbie Williams

Our home school gymnastics program provides a structured, safe, Christian environment for kids ages 6-13, males and females to be physically active with their peers. We have an assortment of different class types and times to accommodate all schedules. Kids will be able to experience many of the Olympic events including the trampolines, balance beams and so much more. Our daytime schedule allows us to teach our classes while the gym is quiet and empty. From beginner to advanced we will help your kids learn in fun, exciting, and safe environment.

We also offer Ninja Warrior homeschool classes coached by

Cheney Fencing Teaches Homeschoolers Saber Fencing by Lindsey Cheney

Hey Williamson Co. Homeschoolers!

If you are looking for something to stretch and grow both your mind and your body, we would love to introduce you to saber fencing. 

Fencing is one of only five sports that have been included in every modern Olympic Games. The other four are athletics, cycling, swimming and gymnastics. From dueling musketeers to swashbuckling pirates to the gold medals won in modern fencing, this sport bring centuries of tradition, action, honor and strategy together into one experience. 

Modern fencing uses classical concepts mixed with modern technology for a fast paced competition that has been called a "physical game of chess." Fencing tends to be a perfect fit for students who enjoy puzzles and strategy games, as well as

Bryan College: Christ Above All by Pat Wesolowski

Sixteen years ago our family was introduced to Bryan College when our oldest daughter, who was homeschooled, attended Summit Leadership Camp on the Bryan campus. We fell in love with Dayton, with Bryan College, and with Summit Ministries! Our oldest received a scholarship to Bryan and now, 16 years later, 2 of my youngest children (we have 9) are students at Bryan and I have been hired as a homeschool specialist.

What does Bryan have to offer homeschooled students?

Bryan College, a conservative, Christian college located in the small town of Dayton, Tennessee, is very homeschool friendly. Realizing that homeschooling families do not

Classical Conversations by Denise McLain

A parent has so many choices when it comes to how to educate their family. I was recently speaking with a family that had graduated homeschoolers and were now enjoying their grand-babies. Compared to them, I cannot begin to fathom putting together a curriculum completely from scratch for all twelve years of my five, soon to be six, children. I'm exhausted at the idea of it. I began my journey by reading all sorts of material on various models of homeschooling long before we even had children. Very quickly my husband and I began to see the value of the classical