Technology Services

Affordable Internet Options

Digital Learning Initiative

Blocked Clickstream Networks

Digital Learning Plan

Zscaler Security Certificate

FBI's Internet Crime Complaint Center

The Affordable Connectivity Program will stop accepting new applications and enrollments on February 7, 2024. It is important to note that current ACP enrollments and those approved from applications by February 7, 2024 will be funded until funds run out (Projected to run out by April 2024). For more information, please visit https://www.fcc.gov/acp

The Affordable Connectivity Program provides:Up to

• $30/month discount for broadband service;

• Up to $75/month discount for households on qualifying Tribal lands; and

• A one-time discount of up to $100 for a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet purchased through a participating provider if the household contributes more than $10 but less than $50 toward the purchase price.

The Affordable Connectivity Program is limited to one monthly service discount and one device discount per household.

A household is eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program if the household income is at or below 200% of the Federal Poverty Guidelines, or if a member of the household meets at least one of the criteria below:

• Received a Federal Pell Grant during the current award year;

• Meets the eligibility criteria for a participating provider's existing low-income internet program.

Who is eligible? Participates in one of these assistance programs:

• SNAP

• Medicaid

• Federal Public Housing Assistance

• Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

• WIC

• Veterans Pension or Survivor Benefits

• Lifeline

ACP Consumer Outreach Toolkit

The EBB Program is a Federal Communications Commission (FCC) program that provides a temporary discount on monthly broadband bills for qualifying low-income households. Get more information about the EBB Program here.

This interactive map shows free WiFi locations in WNC. 

Skyrunner Internet in Asheville has broadband wireless service available in much of our school district including many locations that do not have cellular coverage.  To determine if this is an option at your location, complete this form or call them at 828-258-8562.  Skyrunner may also offer discounted services to qualifying households and families qualifying for free and/or reduced lunch.

Eligible households with access to Spectrum service can receive discounted Internet access. Get more information about Spectrum Internet Assist here.

The Affordable Connectivity Program is a federal government program that provides a benefit on home internet service for eligible households. Access from AT&T  provides low-cost internet service for eligible households—plans up to $30/mo. with speeds up to 100Mbps available. You’ll enjoy no annual contract, free installation, and in-home Wi-Fi® included. With the federal ACP benefit plus Access from AT&T you’re eligible to receive internet speeds up to 100Mbps for free. Visit www.att.com/access or call 1-855-220-5211 for complete information and to apply.

French Broad Electric Membership now has fiber connectivity available in several areas of Buncombe County. The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is an FCC program that helps connect families and households struggling to afford internet service. See their coverage map here and get more information here.

Updated July 2023