Covid-19 & Youth Protection and Program Support
Youth Programming During COVID
This page is intended to assist University of Utah youth programs providing programming during the COVID-19 outbreak by providing relevant resources and information. Please reach out if you have questions or would like to schedule a meeting. We are happy to help in any way that we can.
- Nate and Marci
In-Person Programming Resources
Any program wanting to providing in-person programming should refer to the following resources for best practices. Programs should additionally follow any applicable local, state, and federal regulations related to COVID-19.
University of Utah Campus COVID-19 Central
CDC Guidance for Youth & Summer Camps
American Camp Association Field Guide for Camps
Association of Camp Nursing – Guidelines on Health Screenings and Sick Policies
Virtual Programming Resources
As many of you continue to provide virtual and online programming, it is important to consider the safety and security of your participants in a new way. We have created guidelines and best practices specific to the University Safety of Minors Policy to help guide your decision making.
Updated Liability Waiver for Youth Programs. (Please use this waiver going forward. It includes language for online programming.)
We have revised the Risk Management Guidelines to include considerations for virtual programming.
Download an example of a conduct expectation document (.docx)that can be used by programs to enforce their behavioral expectations for
participants and expectations for parents/guardians.
When making the switch online we know it is important to ensure the quality of your programming. Here are some resources that could be helpful:
ACA Online Camp Programming
National Association of Gifted Children Online Programming Resources
Universal Design For Learning
Humanize Your Online Course
Mental Health Resources
With the closure of schools, cancellation of activities, and, for many families, grief and loss, the last year has had a profound impact on the kids and families that you serve. The mental, emotional, and social health of children is important, maybe now more than ever as they have missed out on so many of the experiences that help them develop social-emotional growth. If you or your staff want learn more about how to support kids and families right now please see the resources below.
As University staff you can also reach out to the University Counseling Center for emotional and mental health support for yourself or anyone on your staff
American Camp Association Mental Health Resources
Helping Teens Cope During COVID-19
Mental Health First Aid Training and Information