Yes, please apply for this program as a long-term solution for your family’s connectivity needs.  Once you are connected to the internet with this program, please return your NTPS provided hotspots back to the school for other families in need.

The service providers under agreement are Presidio wireless hotspots and Comcast cable internet.

The program will be funded by the state through the end of the 2020–21 school year.

Your family can participate in the K–12 Internet Access Program if you meet the eligibility criteria and live in a community served by a participating internet service provider.

Outstanding debt to internet service providers is not a barrier to joining the K–12 Internet Access Program. Since families with prior debt to service providers are eligible for the program, it is important they identify themselves as a participant of the K–12 Internet Access Program when speaking to one of the providers.

The K–12 Internet Access Program is available at no cost to eligible families. There is no monthly out-of-pocket subscription fees or installation charges and past debt to an internet service provider or unpaid bills are not barriers for families who choose to participate in the program.

After June 2021, service will end for families participating in the program. Families may choose to continue service if they wish, though they will assume full responsibility of payment.

No. Protecting families’ consumer rights are critical components of our terms with internet service providers. The program is free of charge. There will be no fees for installation or equipment, and families will never receive a bill.

In order to confirm your eligibility, the internet service provider will request information from you about your income status.

The provider will share a list of eligible families with OSPI, the state’s K–12 education department, and OSPI will validate eligibility of a random sample. The data will be provided to OSPI through a secure access portal, and this information will not be shared elsewhere for any purpose.

Participating households who are able to have broadband internet service will receive service speeds of 25 Mbps download and 3 Mbps upload. Please note, there may be times when local internet speeds slow due to capacity issues.