Emergency Broadband Benefit

The Emergency Broadband Benefit is a temporary FCC program to help families and households struggling to afford broadband internet service during the COVID-19 pandemic.

The Emergency Broadband Benefit provides:

• Up to $50/month discount for broadband service;
• Up to $75/month discount for households on qualifying Tribal lands; and
• A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet purchased through a participating provider if the household contributes more than $10 but less than $50 toward the purchase price.

The Emergency Broadband Benefit is limited to one monthly service discount and one device discount per household.

Who is Eligible?

A household is eligible if a member of the household meets one of the criteria below:

• Has an income that is at or below 135% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines or participates in certain assistance programs, such as SNAP, Medicaid, or Lifeline;
• Receives benefits under the free and reduced-price school lunch program or the school breakfast program, or did so in the 2019-2020 school year;
• Received a Federal Pell Grant during the current award year;
• Experienced a substantial loss of income due to job loss or furlough since February 29, 2020; or
• Meets the eligibility criteria for a participating broadband provider’s existing low-income or COVID-19 program.

Check out www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit for a Consumer FAQ and other program resources.

Three Ways to Apply

1. Contact your preferred participating broadband provider directly to learn about their application process.
2. Go to GetEmergencyBroadband.org to apply online and to find participating providers near you.
3. Call 833-511-0311 for a mail-in application, and return it along with proof of eligibility to

Emergency Broadband Support Center

P.O. Box 7081

London, KY 40742

Call 833-511-0311 or find more information about the Emergency Broadband Benefit at www.fcc.gov/broadbandbenefit

Virtual Learning

Many of our students, their families, as well as several of our staff members have been without power, water, or internet access for several days. Participating in virtual learning is understandably at the bottom of your priority list. Our intent this week has been to offer some level of instruction to those students who can participate and providing support to those who cannot once we return to school to avoid any adjustments to this year’s academic calendar. The recent ice storm is yet another challenge that requires a new level of flexibility for students and staff. We know that patience is in short supply and appreciate your perseverance this year. Our priority is always to provide learning opportunities for students whenever we can with the understanding that their health and safety come first. Participate in your coursework if you can, if you can’t then we’ll work with you when we return. We’re in this together!