BELLEVUE, Wash.— Since 2020, T-Mobile's (NASDAQ: TMUS) $10.7 billion Project 10 Million (P10M) has provided reliable, affordable Internet service to more than 6 million young students across the United States, but even with that progress, the need for connectivity has only increased. The use of technology in education has experienced enormous edtech-top-40-look-k-12-edtech-engagement-during-2023-24-school-year” target=”_blank” rel=”noopener”>226% increase in the last five years that covers classroom and homework. School-related tasks, from digital assignments to research, streaming video, video lessons, and web calls, require more data. And a large majority of students work from multi-user homes. All this, on top of the fact that up to 17 million school-aged children in the US still do not have any reliable access to the Internet. according to the FCC. To meet this continued demand, the Un-carrier announced that it is enriching its P10M program, increasing the data allowance for many students to better meet user needs and partnering with Boys and Girls Clubs of America and artist and activist Common to help more young people get the access they need to succeed.
Starting September 26, Kindergarten through 12th gradeth Undergraduate families who sign up for P10M with T-Mobile will now receive 200 GB per year for five years, double the previous allocation of 100 GB. Current project 10 million families with T-Mobile will also enjoy more data for the rest of their five years. Student families will also be able to purchase a new deeply discounted 10GB data pass for just $10 if they reach their data cap. And, starting in October 2024, school districts with higher needs served by P10M will have the opportunity to receive more data for their students, also up to 200 GB.
To continue helping close the digital divide and reach more students, Un-carrier is also partnering with Boys & Girls Clubs of America to host enrollment drives and enrollment events across the country. Two events were recently held with the Oscar, Emmy and Grammy award-winning artist and activist. Common, an advocate for digital equity, education, and T-Mobile's 10 Million Project; one took place on September 6 in Dallas and the other in the Bronx, New York, on September 24.
“We launched our innovative Project 10 Million program in 2020 with a simple goal: provide free or highly subsidized home Internet to up to 10 million students at home, so they don't fall behind in school,” said Mike Sievert, CEO of T . -Mobile. “And today, after providing more than 6 million students with the critical Internet access they need to succeed, we are making the program even better than ever, with a series of improvements, to help our largest community program and important to make an even greater impact.”
“Our club professionals are dedicated to ensuring that all youth have the resources and support they need to achieve academic success. “We strongly believe in the power of collaboration and community, which is why we joined forces with T-Mobile to ensure that families with school-aged children have access to the essential connectivity that allows all young people to unlock their full potential,” said Jim Clark, president and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of America.
Additional Project 10 Million back-to-school activations have been or will be held in Baton Rouge, Louisiana; Tacoma, Washington; Kansas City, Missouri; and Oklahoma City.
T-Mobile announced Project 10 Million in 2019 and launched the program in 2020 with the goal of offering 10 million at-risk students a free hotspot, free data plans, and access to cost-effective laptops and tablets, and has continued to enhance the initiative to include a portfolio of options for schools and families. To date, the company has provided $6.9 billion in products and services and connected more than 6 million students through P10M to help close the digital divide. For more information and to register, go to www.t-mobile.com/project10million.
Data enhancements available for households eligible for the National School Lunch Program who enroll in Project 10Million directly with T-Mobile. Schools working with T-Mobile to provide Project 10Million access to qualifying student populations can also participate in these program enhancements. During congestion, Project 10 Million customers may notice slower speeds than other customers due to data prioritization. Video is normally streamed in SD quality. Check eligibility for the National School Lunch Program when registering.
About T-Mobile
T-Mobile US, Inc. (NASDAQ: TMUS) is America's supercharged Un-carrier, delivering an advanced 4G LTE network and a transformative nationwide 5G network that will deliver reliable connectivity for everyone. T-Mobile customers benefit from its unmatched combination of value and quality, its unwavering obsession with providing them with the best possible service experience, and its undeniable drive for disruption that creates competition and innovation in the wireless industry and beyond. Headquartered in Bellevue, Washington, T-Mobile provides services through its subsidiaries and operates its flagship brands, T-Mobile, Metro by T-Mobile and Mint Mobile. For more information, visit: https://www.t-mobile.com
About Boys & Girls Clubs of America
For more than 160 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of America (BGCA.org) has provided a safe place for children and teens to learn and grow. Clubs offer caring adult mentors, fun and friendship, and high-impact youth development programs daily during critical non-school hours. Boys & Girls Clubs programming promotes academic success, good character and leadership, and healthy lifestyles. More than 5,400 clubs serve more than 3 million youth through club membership and community outreach. Clubs are located in cities, towns, public housing and Native lands across the country, serving military families at BGCA-affiliated youth centers on U.S. military installations around the world. The national headquarters is located in Atlanta. Learn more about Boys & Girls Clubs of America on facebook and x.
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