T-Mobile just announced that it connected over 3 million students in a single year through its free Internet program for school-age kids. This is a significant benchmark for such a recent educational initiative.
Responding to the struggles many students faced with staying connected for remote learning, T-Mobile launched “Project 10Million” in September 2020, near the height of pandemic school closures. Project 10Million provides students enrolled in the National School Lunch Program with free high-speed data, free wireless hotspots, and at-cost devices. School administrators apply on behalf of their students, which helps maximize the program’s reach. In total, T-Mobile committed $10.7 billion towards its goal of connecting at least 10 million students by 2025.
Now with 3 million students connected in Project 10Million’s first year, T-Mobile’s investment is paying off, and it’s well on pace to reach 10 million students. This makes Project 10Million one of the largest and most successful private programs ensuring low-income persons get and stay connected.
Free State Foundation scholars
support private initiatives by our nation’s broadband providers that boost
adoption and narrow the digital divide. T-Mobile’s initiative is commendable,
especially with the COVID-19 pandemic still impacting everyday life.
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