Events Calendar

High Level/La Crete/Fort Vermilion Spring Social

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

CLT 3-8 (Grade 3-8 Assessment) April

Testing dates for CLT3-8 can be any day from April 20 through June 26.

The Classical Learning Test 3-8 (CLT 3-8) is for students in grades 3 to 8. These tests focus on numeracy and literacy, and can be a useful diagnostic and summative assessment tool. Tests taken year to year can be useful for tracking student growth. CLT 3-8 can be conveniently accessed from home.

• Preparation is not recommended as these exams are intended to be a benchmark that provides feedback to parents about their students’ strengths and areas for improvement.
• Results for CLT 3-8 are shared with families at the end of the testing window, but they can be requested early if desired (as early as two days after a test is completed).
• Diagnostic and summative exams to track growth and provide academic assessment
• Norm-Referenced 
• Online format - Parent Proctored
• Length: Approximately 2-3 hours

Axes and Knives - Red Deer E1074

When: 20 April, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Red Deer – Kin Kanyon

In this class, students are introduced to different types of axes and how each is designed for specific tasks, such as chopping, splitting, or shaping wood. We focus on safe cutting practices, maintaining a clear work zone, and using controlled, purposeful swings that prioritise technique over strength. Emphasis is placed on treating the axe with respect and understanding it as a practical tool used for gathering firewood, building shelters, and completing other essential tasks in the wilderness. By learning proper technique and safety awareness, participants gain confidence and develop responsible skills for outdoor living in Alberta’s diverse and rugged landscapes.

Essay Skills: Write Your Best English 30 Diploma Exam M E964

When: 9:00 - 10:30 am Tues/Thurs, Apr 21 to May 29 in time for June '26 diploma exam

This workshop is intended to assist students who are preparing for the written portion of the English 30 Diploma exam. Students will learn to decode essay prompts and utilize effective essay formatting. Applicants need to have advanced writing experience.

This workshop covers the 2 essay types of the written portion of the exam: the Critical/Analytical Response to Literature and the Personal Response. Students will be taken through a 6 week program to cover each of the 7 scoring categories of the exam to help students achieve the highest score they can. Students will meet up to 90 minutes twice a week, and will have lots of hands-on writing practice and feedback. Marks for essays and mock-exam in this workshop may be used toward the ELA course challenge portfolio.

Workshop acceptance based upon application. A maximum of eight students will be accepted.

If you are considering writing the 30-2 diploma - or you'd like to know the difference between these two exams - please contact Kathy.

Axes and Knives - Stony Plain E1075

When: 21 April, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Stony Plain - Chickakoo Recreation Area (Meet at upper Parking Lot)  https://maps.app.goo.gl/2ZLaQ6nLsXGgeL9E7  

Axes and Knives - Edmonton E1076

When: 22 April, 1:00–3:00 p.m.
Where: Edmonton - Sir Wilfred Laurier Park (Site 7)

CLT 10 (College Preparatory Exam & Grade 9-10 Assessment) - April

The Classical Learning Test 10 (CLT10) is for students in grades 10 or 11. These tests focus on numeracy and literacy, and can be a useful evaluation tool, as well as a CLT preparatory exam. CLT can be conveniently accessed from home. 

• For students in grades 9-10
• College preparatory exam 
• Free and unlimited score sharing 
• Diagnostic and summative exams to track growth and provide academic assessment
• Norm-Referenced
• Online format - Parent Proctored
• Length: 2hrs (plus up to 30 mins proctor instructions)

ML: Challenges - St Albert A E1039

When: April 23, 10 a.m.–3 p.m.
Where: Edmonton - St. Anthony’s 10425 - 84 Ave
New location: St. Albert Alliance Church, 200 Villeneuve Road