Parent Resources
Looking for resources or assistance in the community?
Food Pantry + Clothes Closet
Part of the Dubuque Community School District Family Resource Center, the Food Pantry + Clothes Closet helps meet the most basic needs of our students and families including food, clothing and hygiene item support.
For more information, contact the Food Pantry + Clothes Closet at 563/552-4608 or learn more online at: www.dbqschools.org/food-pantry-clothes-closet
211 Iowa – Get Connected. Get Help.
From any phone, dial 211 or download the “ 211 Iowa ” app (Google Play or Apple Store) for instant connection with local resources. You can also text your zip code to 898211 to chat live with a 211 Operator 24-hours a day, seven days a week. Learn more at: 211iowa.org
Discounted City Utilities Program
Find information and application details on the City of Dubuque Financial Assistance Programs webpage.
Looking for information on issues that impact teens?
Online Resources
Handling Shared Explicit Images
- Watch the Take It Down video and explore other resources from the National Center for Missing & Exploited Children.
I’m worried my child is using alcohol and drugs.
- Find information on Teens Abusing Drugs and Alcohol from Addiction Resource and Parent & Caregiver Resources from Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
I’m afraid my child is being bullied.
- Visit the district’s Bullying, Harassment and Discrimination webpage for district policies and how to report a concern.
My child is always on their phone.
- Find parent tips and FAQs on Parenting, Media, and Everything in Between from Common Sense Media.
How do I talk to my teen about suicide?
- Find information and resources on Help for Teens from Your Life Iowa.