In accordance with Executive Order 20-05, Indiana school buildings closed and continuous learning plans were put into place. The Indiana Department of Education has compiled a list of free resources, offered by state and federal agencies, private companies, and non-profit organizations to help families during this time.

Technology Resources

• Spectrum Internet - Internet assistance program for families based on need
• Internet Essentials from Comcast - Free internet service options through December 31, 2020
• Compudopt - Computer giveaways (some require meeting financial eligibility criteria)
• The On It Foundation - Apply for a free computer from the Opportunities Necessary to Increase Technology Foundation
• PCs for People - Free computer for families who meet financial eligibility criteria
• Computers with Causes - Computer giveaways (some require meeting financial eligibility criteria)
• Indiana Public WiFi Locations - Free for Public use Wifi map

Technology Tips

• Digital Safety - Google tips on how to keep your child safe online
• How to Use Zoom - Basic Zoom instructions for new users
• Manage your child's account on Chromebook - Chromebook Help - Chromebook information for parents

Educational Resources

• General
  • Activities for kids Pre-K through 12th Grade - Sponsored by Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
  • PBS Kids - Website with educational programs through WFYI
  • Free E-Book Library - Oxford Owl offers access to free e-books for ages 3-11
  • Sesame Street - Educational programming for children
• Physical Education
  • GoNoodle for Families - Movement for kids to do at home. Grades K-5.
  • Active Fun for Families - Online Physical Education Network (OPEN) provides fun activities for families.
• Music Education
  • World Music for Children - Daria includes a section for parents, but this website is easy for anyone to use!
  • MTV Unplugged at Home - Unplugged concerts from the artists’ homes. Most appropriate for high school students.
  • Classics for Kids - This website introduces the young musician to classical music and has a section just for parents!
  • TeachRock - Activity and Project Based Learning for all ages.
• Art Education
  • Art Making Activities for Your Kids During Covid
  • Color Our Collection - The New York Academy of Medicine has organized coloring pages and books so that students can access great art and add their own flair.
  • Art Projects for Kids - Philadelphia Museum of Art’s favorite at-home art projects that don’t require tech
• Theatre Education
  • 25 Theatre Related On-Line Resources - Activities and performances related to theatre
  • Beat by Beat - Drama games for children

Social, Emotional, Behavioral Resources

• Eight Fun Activities to Practice Social Skills with Your Child - Because of Covid-19, kids have been away from groups of people. This article is a good resource for basic social skills children should all have upon returning to the classroom.
• SEL for Parents - Parents are a student’s first teachers. This video discusses how we can teach our children skills for dealing with others.
• 5 Incredibly Fun Games to Teach Self-Control - This video will help identify when a child struggles with self control and finds ways through games to teach the skills necessary to regulate his/her emotions.
• Tips for Homeschooling during the Coronavirus - WFYI Indianapolis has provided advice for parents on how to best handle the new world of Homeschooling during the Coronavirus.
• 50 Family Activities that Don’t Involve Screens - Activities for the whole family

General Covid Information

• Indiana Health Department Covid-19 - The most up to date information on Covid-19
• Talking to children about Coronavirus - The basic facts about Covid-19 and how to address your children
• Caring for Children during Covid-19 - Specific information about how to take precautions regarding children

Nutrition Resources

• School Meals During Covid-19 - How to access school meals during Covid-19
• Food Assistance Availability Map - A map of where you can go to access available food resources
• Indy Hunger Network - The most up to date information about food resources by county

Return to School Information

• Governor Holcomb's news releases - Back on Track Indiana Timelines and other information
• Return to In-Person Education in Schools - Information from the American Academy of Pediatrics