COVID-19 Resources
Resources for Students, Parents, and the NT Community During the COVID-19 Pandemic
Academic assistance
- COVID Tutor has free virtual tutoring services for students from grades 9-12.
- Khan Academy is an organization which provides digital lessons on many high school courses, including several APs and SAT prep. They are currently providing webinars and academic schedules to help structure the school day.
- Kaplan is currently providing virtual ACT and SAT prep courses, as well as free practice tests and occasional test review webinars.
- Everydae SAT Prep is an online SAT math prep program, 100% free while schools are closed.
- Varsity Tutors provides students with 20 hours of free live, online instruction each week, including SAT and ACT courses.
Financial assistance
- Unemployment benefits/insurance is available for those affected by the COVID-19 virus.
- The District Financial Assistance Program includes Fee Waiver, Transportation Waiver, Textbook Loan Program, and the Free/Reduced Lunch Program. Please contact Athena Arvanitis, Assistant Principal at [email protected] to apply for financial assistance.
- New Trier Township provides financial assistance and a Food Bank.
Information about local restaurants, businesses and grocery stores
- A list of local businesses offering takeout is on the NT News website.
- A running list of local grocery stores offering senior hours is linked.
- Google now depict whether restaurants offer takeout or delivery services
- Local Business “Open or Closed” guide on patch.com.
Resources for parents with homebound kids
- Tips for supporting your child’s emotional well-being from child trauma experts.
- Megalist of tips, activities, and information for parents during the pandemic.
Opportunities to help
- Community Caretaker Program is looking for volunteers for a program that works to provide caretaker services to help support the Wilmette’s elderly and disabled populations.
- Donate PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) to your local fire station, the Northshore University Healthcare System, and/or the state of Illinois.
- Other volunteer opportunities in the Illinois area.
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