a platform for digital opportunity low-cost home internet and computer offers
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A Platform for Digital Opportunity
Low-Cost Home Internet and Computer Offers
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Connect2Compete (C2C) is a national non-profit working to
bring digital opportunity to 100M unconnected Americans through free and low-cost Internet and
computer offers and free digital training.
C2C is working with leading school districts and today’s technology companies to
provide offers of a low-cost computer and high-speed
Internet for students and their families, along with the
hardware and the digital skills to effectively and safely utilize the
Internet.
What is Connect2Compete?
The Offers
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• www.connect2compete.org/cox$9.95/month high speed Internet for
up to 2 years
• www.goodpc.com/connect2competeChoice of
$150 desktop or $199 laptop
• Call 1-855-EVRY1ON• Text “CONNECT” to 303-64• Visit www.everyoneon.org and enter zip
code to find your closest training center
Free in-person computer and
Internet training
Who Qualifies?
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Eligible families must: Have a child in the home who receives
free school meals through the National School Lunch Program (NSLP).
Not have subscribed to Cox Internet service within the last 90 days.
Not have any outstanding debt with Cox.
The discounted computer offer and free digital literacy training are available to anyone regardless of answers to the above.
How to apply?
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• Step 1: Complete C2C application via web www.connect2compete/cox or by phone 1-855-222-3252
• Step 2: Upon approval, call Cox for internet connection(This information is given to families after they’ve been approved)
The discounted computer offer and free digital literacy training are available to anyone regardless of answers to the above.
Sending a Letter to Families from the Principal
Providing Program Enrollment and Support Events
Hosting Informational Meetings and Registration Events
Utilizing Robo-Call and Text Messages
Featuring Articles in School Newsletter
School Initiatives:
Principal’s Toolkit
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http://www.connect2compete.org/cox/school-materials.php
