During congestion, Project 10Million customers may notice reduced speeds, compared to other clients, due to data prioritization. Streaming video typically in DVD quality (480p). Limited time offer, subject to change. The available lines are limited, intended for student mobile connectivity. The student’s eligibility (enrolled between grades K through 12 in a public school within the Puerto Rico Department of Education) must be verified. 1 offer per family group. Confirm that your program can accept free devices and/or services. Roaming is not available. The annual data service ends when it reaches 100GB or 365 days. Streaming video to approx. 1.5Mbps.
Optimization can affect the speed of downloading videos; does not apply to uploading videos. For best performance, leave video streaming apps at their default auto-resolution settings. Optional educational filters may prevent the streaming of certain videos or other content. Coverage is not available in all areas.
Network Control: Service may be slowed, suspended, terminated, or restricted for misuse, abnormal use, interference with our network or our ability to provide quality service to other users, or improper roaming. T-Mobile.com/OpenInternetConsultation for more details. See terms and conditions (including the arbitration clause) in www.T-Mobile.com for additional information. T-Mobile® and the color magenta are federally registered trademarks of Deutsche Telekom AG. ©2020 T-Mobile Puerto Rico, LLC.
As traditional learning models are being replaced with more agile, collaborative, and technology-based methods, student access to connectivity is more critical now than ever. Through the Project 10 Million program, T-Mobile is committed to providing free high-speed data access to 10 million student households across America- providing access to education outside the scheduled school day.
“Connectivity is so much bigger and broader than just making sure a child has a device and a computer. It’s about opening a world of experiences, and opportunities to see, hear, and learn about a world that expands beyond the classroom.”
Through this partnership, over 40,000 student connectivity devices with data service will be provided annually to qualifying Tennessee school districts, each with access to high-speed data for five years. Participating districts are eligible to apply for a new device allocation each school year to support households that have an outstanding unmet need.
Supporting student connectivity can help maximize instructional outcomes by offering educators a more dynamic way to present information and engage students beyond the classroom. Connectivity devices can be leveraged for uses in alignment with district initiatives such as 1:1 Device implementation, Extended Learning Experiences; STEM/STEAM programs; Dual-Credit; Credit Recovery; Medical Home Bound. Districts will have a choice for each device’s data allowance, and options range from 100GB of annual data for free to unlimited data for $15 per month (plus taxes and fees).
First, districts need to review the program documentation and submit a Program Application using the link on this page. After the application is received, a member of the district technology team or the T-Mobile team will be in touch with the next steps.
Who is Eligible?
Students in kindergarten through fourth grade who are enrolled in a school within the Puerto Rico Department of Education.
Only one free Hotspot per household.
How can I apply for the free program?
Parents or guardians of students can fill out an online form by accessing this link.
They must submit the eligibility documents by uploading an image of the student’s Academic Progress Report (grades) or their Certification of Enrolled Student in the Department of Education of Puerto Rico. You must also provide the student’s number and school district (PR-01).
T-Mobile stores and T-Mobile Customer Service cannot enroll students in the program.
How can I receive the free hotspot?
After completing the online application process and being approved, the Hotspot will arrive in the mail with instructions for to be used.
During congestion, Project 10Million customers may notice reduced speeds, compared to other customers, due to data prioritization. Streaming video typically in DVD quality (480p). Limited time offer, subject to change. Limited lines are available for student mobile connectivity. Student eligibility must be verified (enrolled between grades K-12 in a public school of the Department of Education at Puerto Rico). 1 offer per family group. Confirm that your program can accept free equipment and/or services. Roaming is not available. The annual data service ends when 100GB or 365 days are reached. Video streaming at approx. 1.5Mbps. Optimization may affect the video download speed; it does not apply to video uploading.
To get the best performance, leave video streaming applications on their default automatic resolution setting. It is possible that optional educational filters may prevent streaming of certain videos or other content. Coverage is not available in all areas. Network Control: Service may be slowed, suspended, terminated, or restricted for misuse, abnormal use, interference with our network or our ability to provide quality service to other users, or improper roaming. See T-Mobile.com/OpenInternet for more details. See terms and conditions (including arbitration clause) at www.T-Mobile.com for additional information. T-Mobile® and the color magenta are federally registered trademarks of Deutsche Telekom AG. ©2020 T-Mobile Puerto Rico, LLC.
Today, one in five U.S. households lack this essential resource, highlighting equity disparities for students across the country.
T‑Mobile’s Project 10Million, a $10.7 billion nationwide initiative aimed at helping to close the digital divide in education, is offering free Internet connectivity and mobile hotspots to up to 10 million eligible K-12 student households.
Coral Almazan knows from her own high school experience the power and importance of having Internet access. Almazan and her family signed up for Project 10Million during her sophomore year. She graduated from high school in June with honors and an Associates of Arts degree in cybersecurity, thanks to having Internet connectivity that allowed her to also tackle college courses through a local running start program.
She credits her success, and the fact she’s now starting a bachelor’s program this fall, to her hard work and dedication and to Project 10Million.
“Having me, my parents, and my three siblings all doing our work at the same time, watching videos and online lessons, doing Zoom calls — our Internet slowed down to the point where I couldn’t use it for school,” says Almazan. “Once I got the T-Mobile hotspot and service, I didn’t struggle as much, and it made doing my classwork so much easier. I don’t think I could have been able to get through high school without the hotspot.”
Today, Internet connectivity is a basic need for remote and hybrid learning, allowing students to effectively complete homework assignments, research, collaborate with peers and communicate with teachers. Fortunately, T-Mobile’s Project 10Million is an ongoing initiative that is offering hotspots and Internet connectivity to eligible students.
Almazan encourages families struggling with Internet connectivity to look into Project 10Million. Students and parents can check eligibility and sign up for the program today by visiting www.t-mobile.com/p10m.
According to advocates and educators, having Internet access and working to close the digital divide not only opens doors, but also helps create a level playing field for all students.