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Curious about home schooling? Considering a new approach for Fall 2026? Join us for family-friendly gatherings across the province and discover how WISDOM Home Schooling can support your family’s learning journey.
These welcoming events are perfect for families exploring home schooling or looking to connect with an established and supportive community. Meet experienced home schoolers, chat with our knowledgeable WISDOM team, and learn how we can partner with you to make your home schooling experience rewarding and successful.
Whether it’s a lively family social or an informative parents-only session, there’s something for everyone! Let’s start your home schooling journey together!
When: Sunday, April 19, 2026, 3-7 pm
Where: Buffalo Head Prairie School
BBQ supper with WISDOM providing the meat, buns, condiments, beverages. Plan for activities inside and outside, weather dependent. 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.
Please bring: a salad or side dish and dessert, appropriate footwear and clothing for both indoor and outdoor activities
RSVP by April 12.
For questions, please contact:
Margaret Knelsen 780-926-6556
Dan or Kim Schultz 780-404-3356 or email kim@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Paul van den Bosch 403-358-4497
| Event Date | Sunday, 19 Apr, 2026 |
| Event End Date | Sunday, 19 Apr, 2026 |
| Registration Closes | Sunday, 12 Apr, 2026 |
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
| Event Date | Tuesday, 12 May, 2026 |
| Event End Date | Tuesday, 12 May, 2026 |
| Registration Closes | Tuesday, 12 May, 2026 |
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.
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
| Event Date | Tuesday, 12 May, 2026 |
| Event End Date | Tuesday, 12 May, 2026 |
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
| Event Date | Wednesday, 13 May, 2026 |
| Event End Date | Wednesday, 13 May, 2026 |
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
| Event Date | Wednesday, 13 May, 2026 |
| Event End Date | Wednesday, 13 May, 2026 |
When: Thursday May 21 from 3 to 5pm.
Where: Sexsmith Heritage Park
There will be a WISDOM info talk at 3:30pm. There is mini golf, fish pond (bring your own rod), playground, wide area games. Bring some cookies to share, a lawn chair, and a friend!
For questions, please contact:
Anella Jantz anella@wisdomhomeschooling.com
| Event Date | Thursday, 21 May, 2026 |
| Event End Date | Thursday, 21 May, 2026 |
When: Friday, May 22 from 6:00 pm to 8:30 pm
Where: Westlock Aquatic Center - 10605 104 Ave
We will swim for the first hour and 15 minutes and then meet afterwards for a snack and some good conversation. This event is open to Wisdom Homeschooling families and those interested in homeschooling in the future.
For questions, please contact:
Rachelle Godin 780-349-1827 or email rachelle@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Liz Gurnett 780-349-1577 or email liz@wisdomhomeschooling.com
| Event Date | Friday, 22 May, 2026 |
| Event End Date | Friday, 22 May, 2026 |
When: Tuesday, May 26, arrive between 4-5 pm; supper at 5 pm; activities to follow until 8 pm
Where: Willey West Campground, 49131 Willey West Road, Brazeau County
Join us for a burger supper supplied by WISDOM Home Schooling. Please bring a side dish to share, as well as plates, cutlery and drinks for your family. Current homeschooling families and anyone interested in home schooling are welcome! Come spend time with other homeschoolers and members of the WISDOM team.
Please wear comfortable clothing and footwear. We'll have a picnic shelter but it might be handy to bring a chair or blanket to sit on. Come prepared for Alberta weather in spring (layers, bug spray, extra water bottles, etc.).
RSVP by May 19.
For questions, please contact:
Simon Friesen 587-222-1790 or email simon.f@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Nola Hutchinson 780-781-2527 or email nola@wisdomhomeschooling.com
| Event Date | Tuesday, 26 May, 2026 |
| Event End Date | Tuesday, 26 May, 2026 |
| Registration Closes | Tuesday, 19 May, 2026 |
When: Sunday, May 31 from 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Where: Bower-Kin Community Center, 85 Boyce St, Red Deer
We’d love for you to join us! This potluck is a warm, welcoming event for WISDOM homeschooling families and for those exploring homeschooling as an option. It'll be a wonderful opportunity to meet fellow WISDOM families, connect with the WISDOM team, ask questions, and learn how WISDOM can support you on your journey.
WISDOM will take care of the main course and refreshments.
Please bring: Salads and desserts, your favourite board games, and some favourite outdoor games as well.
For questions, please contact:
Lydie Delli Santi 403-392-9209 or email lydie@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Paul van den Bosch paul@wisdomhomeschooling.com
Rhonda Caluttung rhonda@wisdomhomeschooling.com
| Event Date | Sunday, 31 May, 2026 |
| Event End Date | Sunday, 31 May, 2026 |
When: Tuesday, June 2, 12:30pm
Where: Lac La Biche Historical Mission
What: Guided tour
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.
Questions:
Dan or Kim Schultz 780-404-3356 or kim@wisdomhomeschooling.com
| Event Date | Tuesday, 2 Jun, 2026 |
| Event End Date | Tuesday, 2 Jun, 2026 |