{"id":38168,"date":"2025-09-10T14:53:47","date_gmt":"2025-09-10T14:53:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.vosa.tv\/eng\/?p=38168"},"modified":"2025-09-10T14:53:47","modified_gmt":"2025-09-10T14:53:47","slug":"mayor-adams-to-distribute-350000-free-brand-new-chromebooks-with-internet-access-to-public-school-students-advancing-commitment-to-close-digital-divide-make-nyc-more-affordable","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.vosa.tv\/eng\/archives\/38168","title":{"rendered":"Mayor Adams to distribute 350,000 free, brand-new Chromebooks with internet access to public school students, advancing commitment to close digital divide, make NYC more affordable"},"content":{"rendered":"

NEWYORK: New York City Mayor Eric Adams, New York City Chief Technology Officer (CTO) Matthew Fraser, New York City Public Schools Chancellor Melissa Aviles-Ramos, T-Mobile, Dell Technologies, and New York Yankees All Star Second Baseman, Jazz Chisholm, Jr., announced that 350,000 K-12 New York City Public Schools students will receive new internet-enabled devices for free during the 2025-2026 school year, as the Adams administration continues to bridge the digital divide and invest in a more affordable city for working-class New Yorkers.<\/strong><\/p>\n

The 350,000 students across the nation\u2019s largest public school district will receive LTE or 5G connected Chromebooks with internet access and optimized educational programming to ensure they have the essential tools necessary to succeed in today\u2019s digital learning environment.<\/p>\n

The proactive, data-driven rollout of this program closes device access gaps in the most affordable way possible for working-class families and replaces outdated equipment that no longer meet current instructional and security standards, while ensuring students have keyboard-enabled devices vital for writing, researching, and completing class assignments.<\/p>\n

As part of the Adams administration\u2019s continuing efforts to bridge the digital divide, students will be able to use these cellular-connected devices to get online for free wherever they live.<\/p>\n

The distribution of these Chromebooks was made possible by the Adams administration after the\u00a0city came to an agreement with T-Mobile earlier this year\u00a0to make them a major wireless carrier to support city operations while helping reduce the cost of wireless services for city government employees.<\/p>\n

As part of the agreement, the 350,000 devices being distributed to students will come equipped with T-Mobile LTE or 5G access.<\/p>\n

\u201cAccess to reliable technology and high-speed internet is a modern-day necessity, and, right now, too many New York City students don\u2019t have it. That doesn\u2019t just prevent progress inside the classroom, it limits opportunities outside of it \u2014 but our administration is changing that and providing our young people with free devices to stay connected in the 21st century,\u201d said\u00a0Mayor Adams.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe know that too many families are still struggling with the cost of living and cannot always afford new, internet-enabled devices; that\u2019s why, this school year, we are powering up education in our city by providing 350,000 New York City public school students with brand-new, LTE and 5G enabled Chromebooks. This initiative is another part of our continuing efforts to ensure students\u2019 academic success, bridge the digital divide, and be fiscally responsible with taxpayer dollars. Our administration will continue to work to build a better future for our children, and with this announcement, we are making sure that our young people have all the tools they deserve and the technology they need to go as far as their dreams will take them.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cAs a proud product of New York City Public Schools, I am a testament to the critical role technology access plays in helping our students reach their potential,\u201d said\u00a0CTO Fraser.<\/p>\n

\u201cInternet and computer access are essential educational tools both in the classroom and at home. This monumental initiative empowers students across the five boroughs, particularly those in schools with the greatest needs, and reaffirms the Adams administration’s unyielding commitment to bridging the digital divide. I commend Mayor Adams’ vision and leadership, and thank Chancellor Aviles-Ramos and our corporate partners, T-Mobile and Dell, for helping us to deliver this victory for the nation\u2019s largest school district.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cAs our students graduate into an increasingly connected and tech driven world and workplace, New York City Public Schools is proud to be taking steps to close the digital divide and set our children up for lifelong success,\u201d said\u00a0Public Schools Chancellor Aviles-Ramos.<\/p>\n

\u201cLTE and 5G-enabled devices mean that no matter what kind of internet access a student has at home, they\u2019re still able to log on and take advantage of every educational opportunity available to them as we continue to move our city in a more equitable direction.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cEvery student deserves a fair shot at success \u2014 and in today\u2019s world, that starts with having reliable connectivity and the right tools to learn,\u201d said\u00a0Mo Katibeh, chief marketing officer, T-Mobile Business Group.<\/p>\n

\u201cNew York City\u2019s initiative to deliver leading connectivity to 350,000 kids doesn\u2019t just help close the digital divide \u2014 it opens doors to opportunity, equity, and brighter futures for families across all five boroughs. And, as the major wireless carrier for New York City, we\u2019re thrilled to be a part of this initiative.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cWe believe technology has the power to be truly transformative when it\u2019s placed in the hands of those shaping the future,\u201d said\u00a0<\/strong>Pete Trizzino, president of global sales modernization and GTM, Dell Technologies.\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

\u201cEquipping 350,000 New York City students with internet-enabled devices is about far more than just providing laptops, it\u2019s about unlocking potential, fueling curiosity and ensuring every student has the tools they need to succeed. The work we\u2019re doing with the city, its Office of Technology and Innovation, New York City Public Schools and T-Mobile is empowering the next generation to learn, grow, lead and innovate in building a brighter tomorrow.\u201d<\/p>\n

\u201cEducation is the foundation for everything, and making sure kids have the tools they need to learn and dream big is something I care deeply about,\u201d said\u00a0Jazz Chisholm Jr., New York Yankees All Star Second Baseman. \u201cThat\u2019s why I\u2019ve been involved in efforts to uplift youth through sports and education through my foundation, the Jazz Chisholm Foundation, and it\u2019s why I\u2019m proud to see programs like this bringing real opportunities to students right here in the Bronx. When our kids win in the classroom, the whole community wins.\u201d<\/p>\n

Personal computer devices, such as Chromebooks, are a necessity, not a luxury, for today\u2019s public-school students and are essential to New York City Public Schools\u2019 foremost academic, accessibility, and equity goals.<\/p>\n

The rollout of 350,000 devices over the coming months will focus on meeting the needs of students who require keyboard-equipped devices for academic instruction and assessments. Regular device usage will prepare students with 21st-century skills, including typing, online research, and responsible internet use.<\/p>\n

The Chromebooks will support Google Workspace, New York City Public Schools-approved apps, and state assessment platforms \u2014 all of which are central to the school system\u2019s digital curriculum. Devices will allow seamless learning between school and home, regardless of students\u2019 locations. This will be particularly important for students in temporary housing or those living in under-connected communities where home access to a computer may be limited.<\/p>\n

\u201cAdvancing digital opportunity for New York City students is essential to improving learning outcomes and empowering the next generation to do great things,\u201d said\u00a0Joe Simone, senior vice president of education at CDW.<\/p>\n

\u201cWe\u2019re honored to work alongside Dell, T-Mobile, and the City of New York to help scale technology access and empower communities by providing these tools and support that will help keep students and their families connected and engaged while accelerating skill development and economic growth across the city.\u201d<\/p>\n

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