English as a Second Language - ESL / Family Engagement

This resource page has been designed with the goal of sharing best practices in engaging the families of English learners (ELs) in classrooms, schools, and communities. Developing family partnerships positively impacts everyone involved. For students, learning is strongest when schools, parents, and communities work together to support education.

MENTAL HEALTH

Coronavirus Explanation Video for Kids – BrainPOP

Talking to Children about COVID-19 (Coronavirus): A Parent Resource – National Association of School Psychologists & National Association of School Nurses

Coping with COVID-19 Anxiety

Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Board of Franklin County

Ohio Domestic Violence Network

GRIEF AND LOSS SUPPORT

Mt. Carmel Ongoing Grief Support Group

Ohio Health Grief Support Group

FAMILIES WITH CHILDREN AT HOME

Top 10 Tips for Parents During the Coronavirus Outbreak – Ohio Department of Health

Columbus Metropolitan Library - Browse educational and engaging programs for children of all ages, free with your library card. 

COSI Connects Daily at Home Activity - Every day we're going to deliver fresh, exciting and engaging science through COSI videos and hands-on science you can try with your family at home.

WOSU Broadcast Learning at Home – WOSU Classroom is providing access to educational programming for grade levels (PreK - 12) weekdays on WOSU TV.

Enrichment Activities for Children, Provided by OSU College of Education and Human Ecology - 150+ enrichment activities for children while parents are working remotely.

Ohio History Learn at Home - Leveled lessons in local history provided by the Ohio History Connection.

FINANCIAL WELLNESS RESOURCES & CONSUMER PROTECTION

For people who are facing financial uncertainty during this time, the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has created an online educational resource list for consumers that provides the following helpful information.

What to do if you lose your income during this time.

What to do if you’re having trouble paying bills during this time.

How to address consumer protection during a crisis like this.

UTILITY ASSISTANCE

Help with Utilities

CCS- Resources for Families
CCS- Partnership
In Action - ELLs and Newcomer Families

Lutheran Social Services

CCS Resources for
HS Students & Families

Free Internet Service
Free Phone Service
Free Device
Application
Heritage Wireless Website

Coronavirus: Multilingual
Resources for Schools

Children's Hunger Alliance - Coronavirus Update

Supporting Families of Immigrants & Refugees During Remote Learning

Multilingual Trauma Resources - Child Mind Institute
Free trauma resources to aid parents, educators, and other adults in talking to children and adolescents about potentially traumatic events. childmind.org