Homeschooling, online classes: Alternatives to in-class learning for Alberta families Verna Mabin is a Grade 3 at-home learning teacher with Alberta’s Holy Spirt Catholic School Division.She said for her, the most important part of teaching is connecting with students.She was worried how that would work through virtual learning, but she’s found a way.“Every week I stop by their houses for a window wave, and I bring them little treats every week and we do movie dates.[ Sign up for our Health IQ newsletter for the latest coronavirus updates ]“It’s amazing the connection I have with them without being here every day.”Jace Meyer’s family chose to do at-home learning.