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Citywide Classroom South Bend is a collaborative partnership to expand connectivity resources typically found in South Bend classrooms into the neighborhoods and homes of the students we serve.

5 MORE YEARS OF FREE INTERNET!

After providing South Bend students with free internet connectivity, Citywide Classroom South Bend is proud to announce that we are expanding our program for 5 more years of FREE internet. ​

IMPORTANT SUMMER NOTICE:

May 2, 2022 is the last day to submit an

​ application before the end of the school

​ year.  

Apply Here
Parents or guardians must be over 18 or older to complete the application on behalf of the student. Students must meet all eligibility requirements in order to receive an internet connection from CCSB. View eligibility requirements at citywideclassroomsb.org/eligibility. If you need assistance completing the application, contact CCSB or contact your school's administration. 
Through multiple studies, we have determined that 15-30% of South Bend Community School Corporation students experience connectivity challenges. Without high-speed internet access, these students experience challenges communicating with teachers and have difficulty completing assignments, and therefore, fall behind in their coursework.

Lack of access especially during times of remote learning threatens to leave our students behind. We are providing internet services and devices to local students and families in the City of South Bend to make sure they can continue to learn effectively.
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Internet Services

Citywide Classroom South Bend offers one in-home internet option for students and families to apply for: T-Mobile mobile data hotspots. Student homes are eligible for one mobile data hotspot.

Citywide Classroom South Bend also shares information related to the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) through the FCC for families who do not qualify for the CCSB hotspot device.
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Neighborhood WiFi

In addition to offering in-home internet services, CCSB is working with the city of South Bend to expand their free WiFi in neighborhoods. The South Bend Community School Corporation is also increasing the number of SBCSC school buses fitted with wifi. Visit the City of South Bend Digital Inclusion Toolkit to see the updated locations of public WiFi!
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Eligibility

Students within the South Bend Community School Corporation and select non-public schools are eligible to request in-home internet services. Students must be eligible for free or reduced lunch, or live within households that qualify for unemployment benefits.

Learn about our partners

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South Bend Community School Corporation (SBCSC)

The South Bend Community School Corporation is dedicated to scholarship, diversity, and community. Their passion for high quality education is exampled by their championship of the CCSB program.
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City of South Bend

The City of South Bend has championed innovation and technology throughout the years, and is excited about the opportunity to expand WiFi in select neighborhoods across the City to address the digital divide.
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enFocus

enFocus is a local not-for-profit with a mission to empower talent to build better communities. enFocus fellows work alongside experienced mentors to discover, design, and implement innovative solutions across industries. 
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Citywide Classroom South Bend

info@citywideclassroomsb.org
(574) 703-1881 (call or text)

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  • Home
  • About
    • Community Partnerships
    • Outreach & Events
  • Services
    • Mobile data hotspot
    • Affordable Connectivity Program
  • Apply
    • Eligibility
    • Claim Your Connection
    • Information Release
  • FAQs
    • Contact