Student and Family Support
Student and Family Support
Resources for Students and Families
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Food access is critical to students’ growth and to the health of our communities. The foundation offers food support through our Community Learning Centers (CLCs), as well as food pantries at select schools. Please call one of the three CLCs for food assistance.
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Through a partnership with Friends for Sight, Salt Lake City School District students and community members within district boundaries can access comprehensive eye exams and prescription glasses free of charge at our vision clinics. The clinics are staffed by Friends for Sight, volunteer optometrists from the Utah Optometric Association, and Rocky Mountain University College of Optometry faculty and their students.
Clinic Locations:
- Parkview Elementary
- Glendale Community Learning Center
- Liberty Community Learning Center
Appointments can be scheduled using this link. Please email clinic@friendsforsight.org or call 801-524-2020 with any questions.
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Free and discounted dental care for Salt Lake City School District students and community members within district boundaries are provided through the University of Utah School of Dentistry at the Liberty Dental Clinic. Services offered include dental cleanings and check ups, dental sealants, fluoride washes, and additional services as needed.
Please call 801-581-8951 for more information.
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Gift cards for Walmart or Smith’s are available to assist families with small emergency needs. Please work with your school counselor or family support advocate to access this resource.
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According to student need and resource availability, students and their families can receive food, school supplies, shoes, clothes, winter coats, and more through their high school family resource center.
East High Student and Family Resource Center
Address: 840 S 1300 E, Salt Lake City, Utah 84102
Phone: 801-583-1661 ext. 2108Website: East High Family Support webpage
Highland Student and Family Resource Center
Address: 2166 S 1700 E, Salt Lake City, Utah 841096
Phone: 801-484-4343 ext. 3104Website: Highland High Family Support webpage
Horizonte Student and Family Resource Center
Address: 1234 S Main St, Salt Lake City, Utah 84101
Phone: 801-578-8574 ext. 4460Website: Horizonte Counseling Center webpage
West High Student and Family Resource Center
Address: 241 N 300 W, Salt Lake City, Utah 84103
Phone: 801-578-8500 Ext. 2310Website: West High Family Support webpage
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To Be Updated
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Students can check out 5G T-Mobile hotspots at the front office of their school. These hotspots provide critical Internet access so students can complete homework assignments, do math games, fill out scholarship applications, and connect with diverse online resources. Hotspots for parent/guardian use are available for check out at our Community Learning Centers.
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All Salt Lake City School District students over 6 years of age can receive a UTA pass. These passes are available at the front office of your school. One adult family member may also receive a pass. The student and guardian passes are possible through partnership with UTA and the Salt Lake City government.
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Community Learning Centers
Most Requested Pantry Items
If you are part of a business or organization that is looking to assist students with food support at this difficult time, please consider donating at Salt Lake Education Foundation - Online Donation. If you would like to support a food drive, these are the items most requested in our school pantries.
Noodles and Sauce
Sliced Bread, Peanut Butter, and Grape Jelly
Tuna, Mayonnaise, and Bread
Ramen Noodles and Eggs
Pop-Tarts
Boxed Cereal and Milk
Granola Bars
SpaghettiOs
Pancake Mix, Syrup, and Butter
Applesauce
Canned Chili
Tortillas and Salsa
White Rice
Black Beans, Pinto Beans, Refried Beans
Cheese
Diapers (sizes 2-5)
Household Cleaning Supplies
Laundry Detergent
Dish Soap
Shampoo and Conditioner
Toilet Paper