Events Calendar

Survival Kits - Red Deer E1087

When: 11 May, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Red Deer – Kin Kanyon

When preparing for the rugged Alberta wilderness, assembling a well-rounded survival kit is essential for both safety and confidence on the trail. A reliable kit should include dependable fire starters to keep you warm and signal for help, as well as sturdy cordage for shelter building, gear repairs, or unexpected emergencies. Adding comprehensive emergency and first-aid supplies and basic tools ensures you’re ready to handle injuries or sudden changes in conditions. With these items packed and ready, you can head into your next adventure knowing you’re equipped for the challenges and surprises the wild may bring. Participants will create their own kits based on their own activities in the wild. 

Fort McMurray Spring Social

When: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 11 am - 2 pm
Where: Doug Barnes Cabin, Tamarack Way, Fort McMurray

Current homeschooling families and anyone interested in home schooling are welcome! Spend time with other homeschoolers and members of the WISDOM team, ask questions and find out more about how WISDOM can serve you best.

This is a potluck event. We will be going for a nature walk on the trails (weather permitting).

Please bring: a potluck dish and dessert to share (with ingredients labeled), lawn chairs, outdoor footwear appropriate for a walk in nature; board games (if wet weather).

RSVP by May 12.

For questions, please contact:
Dan or Kim Schultz 780-404-3356 or email kim@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Gordon Loewen 587-298-7565

Survival Kits - Stony Plain E1088

When: 12 May, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: 

Stony Plain - Chickakoo Recreation Area (Meet at upper Parking Lot)  https://maps.app.goo.gl/2ZLaQ6nLsXGgeL9E7  

When preparing for the rugged Alberta wilderness, assembling a well-rounded survival kit is essential for both safety and confidence on the trail. A reliable kit should include dependable fire starters to keep you warm and signal for help, as well as sturdy cordage for shelter building, gear repairs, or unexpected emergencies. Adding comprehensive emergency and first-aid supplies and basic tools ensures you’re ready to handle injuries or sudden changes in conditions. With these items packed and ready, you can head into your next adventure knowing you’re equipped for the challenges and surprises the wild may bring. Participants will create their own kits based on their own activities in the wild. 

Lethbridge and Area Spring Social

When: Tuesday, May 12, 2026, 4-8pm
Where: John Martin Recreation Centre - located in Pavan Park

This event is open to all current WISDOM home schooling families as well as those families who are contemplating home schooling with WISDOM in the future. This is a great opportunity to visit with other home schoolers and members of the WISDOM team, and find out more about how WISDOM can serve you best.

WISDOM will provide hamburgers, hot dogs, buns, condiments and beverages. We will enjoy a meal together as well as have an information time, door prizes, games and socializing. This event will run rain or shine.

Please bring: Please bring potluck sides, salads and/or desserts to share with the group. (Please note: if you have a highly restrictive diet, feel free to bring your own food if you wish.)  There are many activities to enjoy at the facility, but you are welcome to bring other lawn games, board games, or lawn chairs if you would like.

RSVP by May 26. 

For questions and late registrations, please contact:
Liz Gurnett by text at 780-780-349-1577 or email liz@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Brian Taje brian@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Simon Friesen simon.f@wisdomhomeschooling.com

ML: Reading and Math - Online E1059

When: 12 and 14 May, 7:00–9:00 p.m.
Where: Online

Prerequisite: None

Parents are invited to join an online parent training course.

This series of two 2-hour sessions includes instruction, parent participation, and opportunities for questions and answers. Participants meet in a virtual classroom; a microphone headset, stable internet connection, and speakers are required.

In this workshop:

• There is no such thing as “stuck.”
• Use Mediated Learning to work past reading and math difficulties.
• Explore readiness.
• Learn about perception challenges (dyslexia/discalculia) and how to work with your child.
• Understand the roots of reading and math issues, and apply this knowledge toward a fresh start for children affected by negative experiences.
• Receive tips and proven strategies.

Survival Kits - Edmonton E1089

When: 13 May, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Edmonton - Sir Wilfred Laurier Park (Site 7)

When preparing for the rugged Alberta wilderness, assembling a well-rounded survival kit is essential for both safety and confidence on the trail. A reliable kit should include dependable fire starters to keep you warm and signal for help, as well as sturdy cordage for shelter building, gear repairs, or unexpected emergencies. Adding comprehensive emergency and first-aid supplies and basic tools ensures you’re ready to handle injuries or sudden changes in conditions. With these items packed and ready, you can head into your next adventure knowing you’re equipped for the challenges and surprises the wild may bring. Participants will create their own kits based on their own activities in the wild. 

Medicine Hat Spring Social

When: Wednesday, May 13, 4-8pm
Where: Kin Coulee Kinette Park

Please join us for our annual WISDOM Spring BBQ! 

WISDOM will provide burgers, hot dogs and water. There will be games and door prizes available and the kids always come up with more fun ways to play.

Please bring: a potluck side, salad or dessert. As well as a lawn chair (there are picnic tables but not enough for everyone!) Also feel free to bring any yard/lawn or board games to play with the group! 

We look forward to seeing you there!

For questions, please contact:
Tiffany Arnold 403-866-7822 or email tiffany@wisdomhomeschooling.com 
Brian Taje 780-312-4525 or email brian@wisdomhomeschooling.com

Calgary Spring Social

When: Wednesday, May 13, 2026 4-7:30pm
Where: Fish Creek Provincial Park Glennfield - Blackbird (East) Site

Please join us for an evening of fun to get to know other home schoolers in Calgary and area. We will share a meal together, play games and do a couple of fun activities. You are welcome to invite new friends considering home schooling. There will be several facilitators joining in to answer questions and give out information. 

We will serve hotdogs and dessert, please bring your own drink and a potluck side dish to share. 

Please bring: potluck side, card/board games, lawnchairs, outdoor games, whatever your family needs for an evening of fun!

For questions, please contact: 
Carrie Friesen carrie@wisdomhomeschooling.com

CLT (College Entrance Exam & Grade 11-12 Assessment) May

The Classical Learning Test (CLT) is a post-secondary entrance exam, created as an alternative to the SAT and recognized at many post-secondary institutions across the United States, and a growing number in Canada.

• For students in grades 11-12
• College entrance exam
• Online format
• Length: 2hrs (plus up to 30 mins proctor instructions)
• Free and unlimited score sharing
• CLT partner colleges offer over $100 million in scholarships