Distance Learning Support
Resources to Help Distance Learning
Due to COVID-19, distance learning has become the new normal for the 2020 school year. Teachers throughout Utah are hosting online classes to help students continue the school year. From internet connections to additional educational materials, these resources will help you and your student distance learn.
If you need internet to help your student learn, check out these resources.
Internet Resources
• Community Wifi at Libraries, Schools, Post Offices, and More
• Comcast Internet Essentials or call 1-855-8-INTERNET
There is help available for your Comcast Essentials internet bill. Email katie.mazzie@uw.org to discuss eligibility. You must have a school-aged student.
• Comcast Lift Zones
• Utah Governor's Office of Economic Development Broadband Information
Distance Learning guidelines are set up by Utah School Districts and individual schools. Begin your search by visiting your school district's page or searching for your student's school's website. Many schools are also setting up students with computers or other technologial assistance as needed.
Utah State School Board Coronavirus Updates
Canyons School District
List of Schools in Canyons School District
Davis School District
Davis School District School Map
Granite School District
List of Davis School District Schools
Ogden School District
List of Ogden School District Schools
Park City School District
List of Park City School District Schools
Salt Lake City School District
Utah Education Network
UEN is part of the Utah Education and Telehealth Network (UETN) which connects all Utah school districts, schools, and higher education institutions to a robust network and quality educational resources.
• UEN Learn at Home Resources
• Reading and Language Arts Resources
• UEN Parent Resources
The City Library
The Salt Lake City library has an extensive collection of online materials as well as access to online classes through Lynda. You will need to have a library card to access their materials. You can apply for one here.
• Digital Resource Library
• Ebooks
• Homework Help
The County Library
Enjoy a variety of resources made available through the Salt Lake County library. You will need a library card to access the materials. If you need to apply for a library card, fill out the online application here. After you've applied online, please call Customer Service at (801) 943-4636 to verify your information.
• Digital Library
• Great Reads- Kids Book Club
• Storytime and Other Online Events
Dolly Parton's Imagination Library + Early Childhood Alliance
Receive a free book from Dolly Parton's Imagination Library and Early Childhood Alliance to keep your kid reading. Eligible for people living in the 84098, 84060, 84068 zip codes.
Raz Kids
Take advantage of a free subscription to RAZ kids and Headsprout. These online programs have a digital library of leveled books and quizzes as well as a program that adapts to the needs of each student.
Read Today
The Deseret News, KSL, McDonalds, the Governor's office, and the Salt Lake Bees have paired up to keep you reading all summer long. Those that meet their goals get two free tickets to a Bee's game at the end of the summer, as well as other prizes along the way.
Reading Books with Authors
This comprehensive list from We Are Teachers features authors reading their books online.
Road to Success
Parents can sign up their elementary students (and some junior high) to log their reading hours to earn incentives.
Save With Stories
Save with Stories, put on by Jennifer Gardner and Save the Children and No Kid Hungry, hosts celebrities reading their favorite picture books. Put them on and have your kid read along.
• Save with Stories- English
• Salva Con Historias- Español
SiteJabber
Explore a variety of online programs based on subject, your child's needs, and price. You are sure to find an activity within this cultivated list of reading exercises.
Utah Education Network
UEN is part of the Utah Education and Telehealth Network (UETN) which connects all Utah school districts, schools, and higher education institutions to a robust network and quality educational resources.
• UEN Distance Learning Resources
• Learn-at-home Math Resources for Students
• Learn-at-home Math Resources for Parents
Crazy Games
Learn numbers and practice your mental math with these fun and interactive games from Crazy Games.
DaVinci Science Center- Science at Home
The DaVinci Science Center, located in Pennsylvania, has released a series called "Science At-Home," where kids can learn about dinosaurs, chemistry, and more.
Khan Academy
The Khan Academy makes free world-class classes available to everyone and has classes for early math through high school. They also create personalized family learning for students and parents with suggested daily schedules for kids K-12 in math.
Lessons with Mathnasium Schoolhouse
Find fun math activities and lessons on their facebook page!
Live Science
Live Science has a comprehensive list of zoos, museums, and organizations putting on live science shows, virtual field trips, and much more.
Pluralsight One Education
Pluralsight has partnered with Code.org to make a variety of computer science and STEM education free to students. Begin coding today!
SiteJabber
Explore a variety of online programs based on subject, your child's needs, and price. SiteJabber has compiled an extensive list of both Science and Math resources that will help your student learn.
• Science Resources
• Math Resources
Study.com
Browse resources that can help you study, prepare for tests, and add to at-home learning.
• All Resources
• 10 At-Home Science Projects
Tumble Math
This program, available through The City Library, is a phenomenal resource for young math learners. Stories make learning fun in subjects like addition, multiplication, temperature, fractions, and more.
Tynker
Learn the basics of computer programming. Tynker is offering free access to their premium coding classes during the COVID-19 closures.
Utah Parent Center
The Utah Parent Center compiled this list of resources, which offers help in everything from science and math to the arts.
High School Credit Recovery
Talk to your high school about credit recovery opportunities for your students. These look like either credit-recovery packets that students can do at home or out-of-school in-person programs, such as summer school. Credit recovery programs help students graduate on time by ensuring they can make up for classes they have missed or failed.
Utah Education Network
UEN is part of the Utah Education and Telehealth Network (UETN) which connects all Utah school districts, schools, and higher education institutions to a robust network and quality educational resources.
• UEN Distance Learning Resources
• UEN Higher Education Resources
American Graduate
Learn more about life after graduating, job opportunities, and more in this series put together by Utah Education Network.
Ascend Goals
Earn scholarship money by completing goals around your house during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The City Library
The Salt Lake City library has an extensive collection of online materials as well as access to online classes through Lynda, where you can learn how to code, take photography courses, and more. You will need to have a library card to access their materials. You can apply for one here.
• Digital Resource Library
• Ebooks
• Homework Help
FAFSA
If you filled out the FAFSA with your 2018 tax return and your familie's financial situation has changed due to COVID-19, please utilize these resources to ensure you financial aid is correct.
• Fill out the FAFSA application
Khan Academy
The Khan Academy makes free world-class classes available to everyone and has classes on AP Physics to AP History. They also create personalized family learning for students and parents with suggested daily schedules for kids K-12 in math.
Pluralsight One Education
Pluralsight has partnered with Code.org to make a variety of computer science and STEM education free to students. Begin coding today!
Broadband Search
Broadband Search put together a list of 16 Learning Resources for Adults. Check out these resources to learn everything from cooking to coding.
Utah Education Network
Find a variety of resources on any topic you can think of on Utah Education Network's website. From K-12 education to adult learning and arts to sciences, they have comprised a long list of materials to help you dive into a topic.
Headstart
If you are looking for childcare, Headstart is a free preschool for ages 0-5. They are taking COVID-19 safety measures to ensure the best for your kid.
My Move
Learn how to set up for productive online learning and get useful back-to-school tips.
The North Face Summer Base Camp
These free resources teach kids how to interact with the outdoors. From making pinhole cameras to drawing maps, professional athletes teach fun activities to keep kids learning about their surroundings.
Real Salt Lake - Stay Active
In partnership with America First Credit Union, Real Salt Lake launched their "Stay Active" series. Featuring Real Salt Lake players and trainers, the series is comprised of short videos teaching you some stay-at-home soccer training skills.
Study.com
Browse resources that can help you study, prepare for tests, and add to at-home learning.
PBS Kids
PBS Kids has wonderful games, stories, crafts, and more, all available for free.
Playworks Utah
Playworks is many of our community schools, helping kids play productive games at recess. During the shutdown, they have released a #PlayAtHome series, which features games you can play with your kids.
SiteJabber Virtual Field Trips
From local zoos to famous museums, take your child around the world all while sitting in front of your computer. SitJabber has compiled a list of locations offering virtual field trips!
Skyline High School - Tips for Parents During Social Distancing
Tips for Parents During Social Distancing
by Victoria Hutton, Skyline High School's school psychologist
Utah Parent Center
The Utah Parent Center compiled this list of resources, which offers help in everything from science and math to the arts.
Waterford UPSTART
Waterford UPSTART provides four-year-old children access to the highest form of academic support in their early education at no cost to participants: personalized family education and coaching, a new computer and Internet if needed, and adaptive educational software. This program will help your four-year-old enter kindergarten ready to learn.
Cable Compare
Find a list of educational TV shows that will help your kid continue to learn during the pandemic.
If you or your family needs help with rental assistance, utility payments, income assistance, finding food pantries, and more, contact 211. 211 is the largest resource database in Utah. You can begin your search by calling 211, texting 211, downloading the app, searching on their website, or beginning a chat.
Housing/Utility Assitance
Utah Community Action is offering several services during COVID-19 including meals to students 0-18, meal programs for seniors, HEAT utility assistance, housing case management (rental assistance, eviction notice and landlord/tenant dispute assistance), homeless services, and food pantries.
Student Meal Programs
Several schools throughout Utah are offering free lunches, breakfasts, and more to their students and families. Learn where you can pick up food:
• Utah State School Board's Emergency Meal Map
• 211's Food Pantry Database
Assistance for Refugees
It's okay if you're not okay. Ensure you are taking the steps you need to take care of yourself. If you need someone to talk to during this time, call 211. 211 hosts a large resource database of mental health providers. You can begin your search by calling 211, texting 211, downloading the app, searching on their website, or beginning a chat.
Other Mental Health Resources:
• Intermountain COVID-19 Emotional Relief Hotline: 833-442-2211
Intermountain Healthcare created a hotline for those experiencing distress during the pandemic. Talk to a certified professional 10 am-10pm, 7 days a week.
• NAMI Utah Mentors: 801-323-9900
NAMI's mentors are committed to helping those with mental illness and their families during this time. Learn more about their services here.
• Utah Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-897-5465
• National Domestic Violence Hotline: 1-800-799-7233
• National Sexual Assault Hotline: 1-800-656-4673
• Suicide Prevention Hotline: 1-800-273-8255
• Resource List by Community Health Workers
• Tips for Parents During Social Distancing by Victoria Hutton, Skyline High School's school psychologist
If you have any updates to our resource list, or would like to list your organization, please email Nicole Ginley at nicole.ginley@uw.org.
Get Help Through 211
If you need help during the COVID-19 pandemic and don't know where to turn, start by contacting 211. 211 is the largest resource database in the country and can connect you to organizations throughout the state. Resources include rent assistance, utility payment help, food pantries, mental health resources, and much more. Begin your search now.
Get Involved
Help the Utah Community amid COVID-19 (Coronavirus). Here are a few ways you can get involved.
Donate
The COVID-19 Community Response Fund will support economically-vulnerable Utahans by supporting organizations specialized in rental assistance or mortgage payment assistance; rapid rehousing, shelter diversion, homeless shelters; crisis nurseries and childcare providers; healthcare services for vulnerable Utahns; as well as 211 Information and Referral.
Volunteer
For those of you who are not in a high-risk group and are looking for ways to help, check out our list of volunteer opportunities and in-kind donation needs from our partners that have been deemed high-need.
Advocate
Sign upto receive our Action Alerts and use your voice to help alleviate the economic impact of the COVID-19 outbreak. We'll be sending periodic updates on how you can contact your representatives and advocate for bills that help our economy recover.
