Parent and family support are a crucial part of the success of students participating in Educational Talent Search. This page provides resources to help parents successfully support their student for academic success.
Educational links
- Lake County Literacy Programs – Prepare for the GED, ESL, and receive tutoring for basic academic skills
- GED Test – Learn about preparation and where to register locally to take the exam
- GED Practice – Take an online practice test and gauge your readiness for the GED
- Hammond Reads – Promoting literacy efforts for the community, includes local reading programs and information on essay contests.
- WorkOne Northwest – Comprehensive education, employment, and training services
- Alternative schooling opportunities – Local listing of charter, catholic, montessori, and home school information
- Local universities and colleges listing (pdf)
- School Notes – Local and regional academic resources, compiled by EC Central intsructor and ETS Parent advocate, Gale Carter
Local Scholarships links
- IU Northwest Scholarships
- City of Hammond Scholarship Program
- Hammond Education Foundation
- Ivy Tech State College Scholarships
- Purdue Calumet Merit Scholarships
- Calumet College of St. Joseph
Local College Readiness Programs
- Upward Bound (Purdue Calumet)
- 21st Century Scholars Program Northwest support site
- New Life Family Devolopment
- Educational Talent Search (Gary)
Technology Resource links
- Online parenting guide -wiredkids.org, resource for ensuring safety while browsing the internet
- Openoffice.org -free office software download
- Download.com -free software downloads for protecting your computer against viruses and hackers
Computer hardware/software (discounted)
Community Links
- Lakenet – Directory of community resources for Lake County, IN
- Indiana Youth Institute - State repository of youth-related activities for all ages
- Meijer RX – Obtain your antibiotic and pre-natal vitamin prescriptions for FREE
