March 26, 2024 - Access to the internet has become increasingly vital in today's digital age, serving as a gateway to education. Recognizing the urgent need for reliable service, the Education Foundation of St. Lucie County and St. Lucie Public Schools are taking proactive steps to make internet access more accessible and affordable for those in need.
Through a partnership with St. Lucie County & Comcast, we are able to offer multiple options for qualifying families with students enrolled a public school in St. Lucie County. This service is geared to those who have at least one child who receives free or reduced school lunches through the National School Lunch Program. Other criteria include being located where Comcast offers internet service.
There are three choices of service available for families that qualify:
- If you do not currently have internet access, you may be able to receive Comcast internet free of charge.
- If you currently have a regular Comcast plan, and wish to keep your current level of service, you may qualify for a $30 monthly credit.
- If you currently have internet with Comcast through the federal Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP), which is expiring soon, you may be able to continue with free service if you switch to this plan.
The Education Foundation of St. Lucie County and St. Lucie Public Schools are hosting two RSVP only events in April.
- Wednesday, April 10, 2024, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at Fort Pierce Central High School Auditorium
- Wednesday, April 17th, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM at St. Lucie West Centennial High School Auditorium
Call 429-HELP (4357) to reserve your spot today. For the best service make a reservation and show up at your reserved time. Walk-ins will be accepted as agents become available.
"We believe that access to the internet is essential in today's interconnected world," said Thom Jones, President of the Education Foundation of St. Lucie County. "Through our initiative for free and reduced internet access, we are striving to break down barriers and create opportunities for all individuals to thrive."
The St. Lucie County Education Foundation, Inc. awards grants to teachers and scholarships to students of excellence and students of need that have succeeded against personal challenges. The St. Lucie County Education Foundation, Inc. is a 501(c)3 not-for-profit corporation dedicated to advancing public K-12 education. The Foundation has been providing grants to teachers and scholarships to students in St. Lucie County since 1990.
For more information, please call 772-485-4790 or visit www.efslc.org.
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