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Internet Essentials Sponsorship at a Glance
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Winchester Public Schools has partnered with Comcast to provide eligible families with free internet at home. After completing the promo code request form, WPS will provide families with a unique promo code to sign up for FREE home internet through Comcast’s Internet Essentials program. To request your unique promo code for the program, please request a promo code here.
What is Internet Essentials?
Comcast Internet Essentials is a program for families and other low-income households who currently do not subscribe to the internet at home.
Who is Eligible?
- Families interested in signing up for the program will be provided a code by WPS. However, Comcast will determine eligibility. Families may qualify if they:
- Are eligible for public assistance programs such as the National School Lunch Program, Housing Assistance, Medicaid, SNAP, SSI, and others.
- Live in an area where Comcast Internet Service is available.
- Are not an existing Xfinity Internet customer and have not subscribed to Comcast Internet within the last 90 days. *If you are already an Internet Essentials customer Comcast will assist you in migrating your account to be paid by WPS.
Where can I get more information about Comcast Internet Essentials?
For more information, or to apply for the program, please visit www.internetessentials.com or call 1-855-846-8376. Spanish-only speakers can also call 1-855-765-6995
- Families interested in signing up for the program will be provided a code by WPS. However, Comcast will determine eligibility. Families may qualify if they:
Request a Hotspot
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Students who do not have internet access at home also have the option to check out a mobile hotspot. Students may check with their school leadership, librarians, or Instructional Technology Coach for more information about checking out a mobile hotspot.