• Nearly 17 million students across the nation do not have access to high speed internet.
• Census data reports that 18% of GCS families do not have access to broadband internet
• 26% of Hispanic households and 20% of black households reported not having enough. devices for the number of students in the home
• The problem disproportionately affects children of color, those from low income families and students who were already behind in learning.
• School districts should implement solutions to ensure all students have the devices and connectivity they need to learn and thrive in today's modern world. 

Initiatives to Address Challenges 

• Build a community Wifi infrastructure
• Access points for ES/HS/Emergency Mass Notification/VOIP
• Student and Teacher Device Replacement Cycle