“No winter lasts forever; no spring skips its turn.” — Hal Borland

Principal's Update

Assistant Principal’s Message

 Dear HWW Students, Families and Community members,

 We hope everyone who celebrated had a happy Easter and Passover this past weekend.

Principal Smyth, Ms. Newman, Mr. Simon, and 32 band students are in Ottawa and Montreal this week. Ms. Smyth has asked that I share the opening message in her absence.

 A sincere thank you to all of our parents and guardians who volunteered last week at the School Council Parent Alumni Association casino. Your generosity is greatly appreciated. The time and energy you gave, especially during late nights, directly support enriched and extended learning opportunities for our students. We are truly grateful.

 We have a number of spring sports games scheduled this week and are hoping for good weather. If games need to be cancelled due to weather conditions, announcements will be made as soon as possible. Please review our website calendar for our sports schedule.

 Henry Wise Wood High School, along with several other Calgary high schools, will be hosting exchange students from Japan from April 10–24. Approximately 24 Japanese students will join their host students in classes at Henry Wise Wood, as well as participate in field trips across Alberta and social activities within Calgary.  This summer, 9 Henry Wise Wood students will travel to Japan for their own exchange experience.  Thank you to the Henry Wise Wood families who are hosting these students. 

 A few dates to note this week:

· Wednesday, April 8 Term 3 ends.

· Thursday, April 9 Term 4 begins

· April Diploma Exams April 9-17

· April 14—T3 Report Cards available in PowerSchool

· April 14—16 Culture Week

· April 17—19 Vic Lewis Bank Festival

 With gratitude,

Beverly Delion, Assistant Principal

Weekly Update

CTS Summer School Opportunity - Deadline April 17

Food Bank Student Volunteers

Mayor Youth Council - Volunteer Fair

YMCA Work Experience Quebec

Graduation Information

Neon Dance

Castle Study Guides - CBE pricing

This Summer, Travel, Work, and Improve your French! If you are 16 or 17 years old by the summer, you can apply to work for the YMCA in Quebec.

 You will live with a host family and work during the day. (And get paid!)

The program will cover the cost of travel between provinces and program activities. There is a modest fee to participate.

 Find out more, on Wednesday April 15, in room 218 at lunch.

Are you looking for a volunteer opportunity?

 Would  You Like to Volunteer at the Calgary Food Bank?

Come represent Wise Wood

When-Monday, April 27

Time-5-7:30pm

Location: 5000- 11St SE

See Ms. Bamford (Room 122) or Mr. Foisy (Room 124) for permission forms

Note: Student volunteers must complete an online safety course (15 minutes); you can do this from the Calgary Food Bank site or join us at lunch on Tuesday, April 14 in Room 122 using Chromebooks to complete this task together

Mayors Youth Council—Volunteer Fair

 Our committee is committed to promoting mental and physical well-being through initiatives that engage and support youth in our community.

This event will allow students to:
• Learn about different community organizations and causes
• Explore volunteer opportunities that match their interests
• Connect with organizations looking for youth volunteers
• Gain experience in community service and leadership

 Event Details
Date: April 25, 2026
Location: Calgary Municipal Building (800 Macleod Trail SE); Atrium
Time: 2:00 PM – 5:00 PM