Affordability
Affording internet at home:
Free Internet Options
- Many businesses (coffeeshops, for example) offer free Wifi that can be used. Use this map to find free Wifi options near you.
- Jefferson County Public Libraries offer both free Wifi at their locations and an opportunity to check out wireless hot spots. Please note that there are often waiting lists for the available hot spots.
Low-Cost Internet Options
In addition to these free options, we have identified a few low-cost internet options that families might choose to pursue. These are:
- Comcast: Comcast offers a package called Internet Essentials for low incoming families for $9.95/month. There is an application process to verify eligibility. Comcast also offers an option to purchase a low-cost computer for $149.95 for families enrolled in their Internet Essentials program.
- PCs for People: PCs for People offers high speed 4G LTE internet service for as low as $11.25/month. Plans are prepaid; there is an application process to verify eligibility. PCs for People also offers low-cost computers for eligible individuals and families.
Mobile Internet Options
Finally, many cell phone service providers offer the option to have your phone act as a "hot spot" for internet access. You would need to contact your cell phone service provider for more information about availability and cost for this option.
Apply for free and reduced lunch:
Free and reduced lunch families:
Free and reduced lunch students: Please go onto Jeffco Connect to ensure the fee has been adjusted properly, If the fee has not been adjusted properly, bring the letter you received for enrollment in the program and take it to the financial secretary the night of the event. If you still need to apply for free and reduced lunch, go to this website for more information and scroll to the very bottom to begin application process. PLEASE make sure you select YES on the permissions option to share the information with the school. If you receive SNAP, FDPIR or TANF benefits, this application process still must be completed as well for fees to be adjusted.