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Parents, Here’s Some Extra Help

04/19/2020

With school buildings closed for the rest of the school year and students learning remotely due to the public health emergency, parents may need additional resources to keep their children engaged and on track. Here are some of the resources our state offers:
E-LEARNING HELP The Indiana Department of Education offers a trove of information and resources on its websiteÂ to help children continue their education at home. Lessons are available in all core subjects and tailored toward different age groups. There are also guides for how to talk with kids about COVID-19 to help ease their concerns. INTERNET ACCESS Households in need of low-cost internet service can also find links to providers from around the state and guidelines for getting broadband service at reduced rates on the IDOE website.
FREE CONTENT WNIN, the local Indiana Public Broadcasting Station affiliate, is partnering with Evansville Vanderburgh School Corp. to provide customized content during e-learning days in 30 minute segments for K-8 students. Parents can find their local TV program schedule through the DOE’sÂ COVID-19 websiteÂ or by visiting wnin.org. Students and parents can also visitÂ PBSLearningMedia.orgÂ to find grab-and-go activities, lesson plans, interactive lessons and other materials.TUTORING Students needing help with math and science homework can visitÂ askrose.orgÂ or call 877-ASK-ROSE (275-7673) for free tutoring. Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology provides the service to all students in grades 4-12. Help is available every day of the week by calling, emailing or chatting online with trained tutors who guide students through solving problems. CHILD CARE Some parents may be in need of child care, and can reach out toÂ childcarefinder.in.govÂ or call 800-299-1627 to search for licensed and regulated day cares near home or work. Children displaying any signs of sickness should remain home until they are better. For a list of resources and the latest information on what Indiana is doing to address the coronavirus, visitÂ IN.gov/Coronavirus.