Teen Resources

Ask Rose  Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology’s AskRose Homework Help is a free math and science tutoring service for Indiana students and other students in grades 6-12. Students can call 877-ASK-ROSE, email, or chat live with a friendly tutor to work through and better understand homework assignments.

CITE SOURCES. Resource from Berkeley Library, University of California. Learn how to properly report where you find your information.

Explora for High Schools  An interface designed for students in grades 9 through 12 with a focus on the arts, literature, biography, business and careers, current events, geography and culture, health, history, math, science and more.

Funk & Wagnalls New Encyclopedia  Indexes over 25,000 records, covering an array of topics. Full text for each record may be easily accessed by double-clicking on the topic from the display. The database contains various images, offers brief biographies as well as information in a variety of subject areas. Updated annually.

Gale Virtual Reference Library  A collection of multi-disciplinary reference eBooks offered by Gale.

INDIANA KIDS (INDIANA UNIVERSITY). Sign up for this free, enrollment-based academic tutoring and mentoring program for students in grades 6–12. After enrolling, students meet with mentors to make arrangements for in-person and online tutoring dates. Help with English, social studies, science, and math assignments is available. Indiana Kids is a collaboration between Indiana University and Serve Indiana.

INSPIRE Databases  Find journal articles, news, educational resources, and more!  A service of the Indiana State Library.

Intelligent.com The Difficult Art of Studying: There is no "right" way to study, but there’s probably a way that works best for you.  Here are some guides:

IXL Language Arts  From phonics and reading comprehension to writing strategies and more, IXL helps learners develop the communication skills needed for success in school, college, and career.

IXL Math  Gain fluency and confidence in math! IXL helps students master essential skills at their own pace through fun and interactive questions, built in support, and motivating awards.

IXL Science  IXL Science helps students build lasting critical thinking abilities. With IXL, they'll analyze data, build new vocabulary, and deepen their understanding of the world around them.

IXL Social studies  On IXL, history is more than facts and dates! Learners dive deeper by evaluating primary sources and drawing connections between historical events and the world today.

IXL Spanish  IXL lays the foundation for Spanish fluency with interactive questions, engaging audio, and real-world narratives that put a fresh spin on vocabulary and grammar skills.

Khan Academy offers practice exercises, instructional videos, and a personalized learning dashboard that empower learners to study at their own pace in and outside of the classroom.  https://www.khanacademy.org/

KNOW YOUR NEWS: RECOGNIZING GOOD & BAD SOURCES. Resource from MONROE COUNTY PUBLIC LIBRARY (INDIANA).  Information is everywhere, so how do you know what's reliable? This guide offers tips on differentiating between good and bad sources of information.

MAS Ultra - High School Edition  Designed specifically for high school libraries, contains full text for 500 popular magazines. Full text is also available for over 85,000 biographies and over 80,000 primary source documents. Also contains nearly 400 reference books (including the Columbia Encyclopedia and the CIA World Fact Book); an Image Collection of nearly 600,000 photos, maps and flags, color PDFs; and expanded full-text backfiles (back to 1975) for key magazines.

Points of View Reference Center  Containing resources that present multiple sides of an issue, this database provides rich content that can help students assess and develop persuasive arguments and essays, better understand controversial issues and develop analytical thinking skills.

Read It! Read It!™ is designed for middle and high school students and anyone who has a basic foundation in English grammar and reading but needs adapted reading material for a variety of subjects. The customized articles and practice quizzes support ELL success and promote reading comprehension across a variety of school subjects and life skill areas. Read It! also offers resources to help build background knowledge, conduct research and improve study skills.

RESEARCH TOOLKIT. This guide outlines information on how to find resources online, where to find accurate information on different industries, and the proper ways to cite and evaluate these sources.

Science Fun – science experiments you can do at home.

Science (Gale In Context)  Supporting high school curricula and university coursework, Science in Context features authoritative information for assignments and projects, and provides detailed coverage of popular subjects. From earth science and life science, to space, technology, mathematics and science history and biography, this revolutionary, curriculum-oriented online experience is designed to boost achievement for students and researchers.

STUDY GUIDE ZONE. The place to go for test prep, study tips, practice tests, exam reviews, and more!

Testing and Education Reference Center (TERC) A start-to-finish resource with all the information and support materials needed to make informed, confident decisions to shape the rest of your life. Resources include over 300 practice tests and courses, dozens of ebooks containing valuable study material and practice tests, information on over 4,000 accredited schools, scholarship search featuring $8 billion in available scholarships, resume builder with over 1,000 brainstorming phrases to get you started, and career modules covering subjects from career change to salary negotiations.

TOPICsearch  This current events database allows researchers to explore social, political & economic issues, scientific discoveries and other popular topics discussed in today's classrooms including controversial opinions and viewpoints. Contains full text for over 140,000 articles from nearly 300 diverse sources including international newspapers and periodicals, biographies, public opinion polls, book reviews, pamphlets, and government information.

WORLD FACTBOOK. The World Factbook provides information on the history, people and society, government, economy, energy, geography, communications, transportation, military, and transnational issues for 267 world entities.

World Book OUR MISSION: To enhance learning and reading for children around the world by developing trustworthy, engaging content to create products that will engage children of all ages at home, on the go, in the classroom or in libraries worldwide. We aspire to establish World Book as a renowned, global, adaptive, and mission-driven enterprise that helps kids learn and read throughout their entire childhood journey. Access for FREE with your Library Card!

INDIANA CAREER CONNECT: Indiana Job Search https://www.indianacareerconnect.com

JOBS FOR TEENS: Our website is dedicated to helping teens find jobs. Getting a job is tough, but getting a job when you have little or no experience makes it even tougher. We're working to change that.  https://www.jobsforteenshq.com/

OCCUPATIONAL HANDBOOK: Bureau of labor statistics (https://www.bls.gov/ooh/)

Teen's Job Guide: Finding, Interviewing & Keeping a JobIf you're a teen and are searching for a summer or after-school job then you've come to the right place. We have assembled the most thorough and complete list of everything you will need to find, interview for and keep that after-school or summer job. If you're a teen and are searching for a summer or after-school job then you've come to the right place. We have assembled the most thorough and complete list of everything you will need to find, interview for and keep that after-school or summer job.  (https://www.boostapal.com/index.php/find-teen-jobs)

Tips for Teens: Resume Builder Tips for Teens: How to Find Your First Real Job.  "Job hunting is never easy, but getting your first job as a teenager can be especially challenging. Hiring managers and employers may have negative biases regarding your employment availability due to age-related labor restrictions or school commitments. They may also question your professionalism and reliability. To overcome these assumptions, you’ll need to present yourself in a mature and professional manner during the job hunt. Throughout this guide, we’ll provide you with expert tips to help you secure your first real job."  (https://www.resumebuilder.com/tips-for-teens-how-to-find-your-first-real-job/)

WORK FOR INDIANA: Indiana Job Search https://workforindiana.in.gov/

WORKONE: Indiana Job Search https://www.workonewest.com/job-seekers

Accounting: Teens and Kids  Everyone earns money or spends money, and most people do both. But when the time comes for you to earn your own money, do you know what to do with it? Managing your money is an important skill that you want to learn early. When you develop positive financial habits while you’re young, they will carry you into adulthood, giving you a head start on earning the money that you want and spending it responsibly.  https://businessdegrees.uab.edu/accounting-degree-masters/accounting-teens-and-kids/

Accounting: Teens & Kids:  From the University of Alabama at Birmingham.  "Everyone earns money or spends money, and most people do both. But when the time comes for you to earn your own money, do you know what to do with it? Managing your money is an important skill that you want to learn early. When you develop positive financial habits while you’re young, they will carry you into adulthood, giving you a head start on earning the money that you want and spending it responsibly. While accountants spend every day working to manage money for individuals and companies, you don’t need to be an accountant to do a good job incorporating smart money ideas, including things like saving and budgeting, into your everyday routine."

BestColleges.com partners with HigherEducation.com to provide students with direct connections to schools and programs suiting their educational goals. We also host a wide array of free college planning, financial aid, and career resources to help all students get the most from their education and prepare for the world after college.

Best Scholarship Search Platforms:  Scholarships are one of the best ways to reduce these growing costs and scholarship search platforms exist to help students find the most relevant ones. These platforms compile large databases of available scholarships and provide filters to allow students to maximize their searches.

Budgeting 101 for College Students: College is a critical time in a young person’s life. Entering college means a lot of change for students: choosing a career path, broadening your social circle, and truly establishing your independence for the first time. https://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/budgeting-in-college/

CANVAS - South Vermillion School Corporation Student and Staff Portal.

Driving Practice Tests Online!!  These practice tests are good for the learner's permit test, driver’s license test and the senior citizens’ refresher test. The written part of those tests at all Indiana BMV locations is the same.  This Drivers Education program contains the following state-specific information: 11 car practice tests, 8 motorcycle practice tests, 3 CDL (Commercial Driver’s License) practice tests, 3 online driver’s manuals (car, motorcycle, CDL), An FAQ section with detailed answers to 100+ DMV-related questions

JOBS FOR TEENS: Our website is dedicated to helping teens find jobs. Getting a job is tough, but getting a job when you have little or no experience makes it even tougher. We're working to change that. (https://www.jobsforteenshq.com/)

KidsHealth from Nemours (Teens)  Support and advice on health, emotions, and life - designed for teens and approved by doctors. https://kidshealth.org/en/teens/?WT.ac=p2t

LIBBY/OVERDRIVE KIDS & TEENS: https://cidc.overdrive.com/library/youth

Purdue Extension Vermillion County and Vermillion County 4-H invite you to explore the many opportunities for folks of all ages! 

SOUTH VERMILLION MIDDLE SCHOOL:  https://svms.svcs.k12.in.us/

SOUTH VERMILLION HIGH SCHOOL: https://svhs.svcs.k12.in.us/

Student Renter’s Guide:  According to a 2016 New York Times article, 87% of students live off campus. This guide was developed to address the questions and concerns of students renting for the first-time, as well as experienced student renters who want to pursue their next rental the right way. https://www.bestcolleges.com/resources/student-renters-guide/

Teen's Job Guide: Finding, Interviewing & Keeping a JobIf you're a teen and are searching for a summer or after-school job then you've come to the right place. We have assembled the most thorough and complete list of everything you will need to find, interview for and keep that after-school or summer job. If you're a teen and are searching for a summer or after-school job then you've come to the right place. We have assembled the most thorough and complete list of everything you will need to find, interview for and keep that after-school or summer job.  (https://www.boostapal.com/index.php/find-teen-jobs)

Tips for Teens: Resume Builder:  Tips for Teens: How to Find Your First Real Job.  "Job hunting is never easy, but getting your first job as a teenager can be especially challenging. Hiring managers and employers may have negative biases regarding your employment availability due to age-related labor restrictions or school commitments. They may also question your professionalism and reliability. To overcome these assumptions, you’ll need to present yourself in a mature and professional manner during the job hunt. Throughout this guide, we’ll provide you with expert tips to help you secure your first real job."  (https://www.resumebuilder.com/tips-for-teens-how-to-find-your-first-real-job/)

Basic ESL improves an individual’s listening, speaking, reading and writing skills through a simple to follow, and instructionally proven curriculum.  Students learn English quickly and effectively on relevant topics including: family, home, school and many other topics. In each lesson students learn key vocabulary and how to use that vocabulary in conversation.  No computer experience is necessary. Click on "Instant  Access" to enter without registering.  https://www.basicesl.com/

GALE ONLINE COURSE:  Gale Courses offers a wide range of highly interactive, instructor led courses that you can take entirely online.   As a library card holder in good standing, you are entitled to these courses at no cost. Courses run for six weeks and new sessions begin every month. https://education.gale.com/l-evergreenin/

High School Equivalency Assistance (GED):  Vermillion County WorkOne 306 South Main Street, Clinton, IN 47842 Phone: (765) 832-3523 Hours Available: M-Th 5:00 PM-7:00 PM  Adult Basic Education provides courses focused on reading, language, writing and math skills. These courses provide Hoosiers the opportunity to pursue a HSE Certificate of Achievement free of charge. Our goal is to help adults gain the skills needed to pursue their career goals. https://www.workonewest.com/resources/high-school-equivalency-assistance

HoosierEZ Driver Safety Program now offered at Clinton Public Library.  ​We offer the DVD and Internet Courses.  ​https://www.myimprov.com/

Open Yale Courses (OYC) provides lectures and other materials from selected Yale College courses to the public free of charge via the Internet. The courses span the full range of liberal arts disciplines, including humanities, social sciences, and physical and biological sciences.  https://oyc.yale.edu/

INSPIRE is Indiana's Virtual Library. INSPIRE is a collection of academic databases and other information resources that can be accessed by Indiana residents.  https://inspire.in.gov/