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Why Educational Choice Matters
Independent schools make up an important part of Alberta’s rich educational fabric!
If you find yourself in conversation with friends, family, or acquaintances about educational choice, consider using some of these talking points from the Association of Independent Schools & Colleges of Alberta (AISCA):
1. True Diversity at Risk
The funding supports schools for children with special needs, cultural minorities, faith-based, and specialized learning. This choice is vital.
2. Accessibility for All
Over 80% of AISCA families have an income at or below the provincial average. Government funding is what keeps these essential choices accessible to a wide range of families.
3. The Influx Crisis
Defunding would impact 56,000 students, pushing the majority of these children into the public system, massively worsening existing class size, space, and complexity problems.
4. ECS and Home Ed are Affected
The petition is written so broadly it would also eliminate funding for crucial, accredited Early Childhood Services (ECS) and support for home education students.
5. The Real Fiscal Question
Students in independent schools receive around $6500. These same children will cost taxpayers $13,000/year, as well as increasing capital costs.
This information is pertinent to WISDOM families because of WISDOM’s relationship to The Gilbertine Institute: a registered charity and non-profit organization which operates an associate private school, The Gilbertine Academy. The Gilbertine Academy supervises and supports home education programs through the WISDOM Home Schooling department.
High School Conference 2026
We are delighted to announce that registration is now open for the 2026 Home Schooling High School & Beyond Conference, themed Ignite Your Potential!
📍 Spruce Grove Alliance Church 250 Century Rd, Spruce Grove
📅 Friday, March 27 and Saturday, March 28, 2026
💵 Early bird prices: $85 per person or $295 per family