Top Tweets for #chicagoconnected

We've Moved ⏩ @Comcast @ComcastILLINOIS

over 3 years ago

[1/3] Illinois receives $253.7 million in funding to expand digital equity statewide. @thedailynu story lays out how #ChicagoConnected and efforts by #EvanstonPublicLibraries made it possible for #CPS and #Evanston students to gain access #digitallearning during COVID.

KidsFirstChi's tweet photo. [1/3] Illinois receives $253.7 million in funding to expand digital equity statewide.

@thedailynu story lays out how #ChicagoConnected and efforts by #EvanstonPublicLibraries made it possible for #CPS and #Evanston students to gain access #digitallearning during COVID. https://t.co/EWqe2gyFdx

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almost 4 years ago

Working with @ChiPubSchools and 100s of other partners across the city, we're helping to make Internet access and #digitalequity a reality across Chicago's 77 neighborhoods, regardless of zip code. #InternetEssentials #ChicagoConnected https://t.co/gx5SIajt5K

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United Way Chicago @unitedwaychi

almost 4 years ago

#ChicagoConnected is now expanding no-cost internet to @ChiCityColleges students, helping advance digital equity and supporting successful educational and career paths. @chicagosmayor #LIVEUNITED https://t.co/HdBc8D4bhF

unitedwaychi's tweet photo. #ChicagoConnected is now expanding no-cost internet to @ChiCityColleges students, helping advance digital equity and supporting successful educational and career paths. @chicagosmayor #LIVEUNITED https://t.co/HdBc8D4bhF https://t.co/tRwShf5tYo

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United Way Chicago @unitedwaychi

almost 4 years ago

Chicago was named a 2022 Digital Inclusion Trailblazer by @netinclusion! We’re proud to be partners with the City of Chicago and @ChiPubSchools, helping launch #ChicagoConnected in 2020 and providing thousands of families with free high-speed internet. @chicagosmayor #LIVEUNITED

unitedwaychi's tweet photo. Chicago was named a 2022 Digital Inclusion Trailblazer by @netinclusion! We’re proud to be partners with the City of Chicago and @ChiPubSchools, helping launch #ChicagoConnected in 2020 and providing thousands of families with free high-speed internet. @chicagosmayor #LIVEUNITED https://t.co/AM744Lko2H

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We've Moved ⏩ @Comcast @ComcastILLINOIS

almost 4 years ago

@KidsFirstChi With programs like #ChicagoConnected, #InternetEssentials + the #AffordableConnectivityProgram, which can provide and cover the cost of broadband service across all 77 Chicago neighborhoods, + partners like @KidsFirstChi + @Claiborne_Wade, we can make digital equity a reality.

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almost 4 years ago

Our #ChicagoConnected initiative provides at-need @ChiPubSchools families & @ChiCityColleges students internet with: 💻No-cost 💻High-speeds 💻Accessibility across neighborhoods 🏆 Earning Chicago the award as one of the highest Digital Inclusion Trailblazers in 2022

mayorlightfoot's tweet photo. Our #ChicagoConnected initiative provides at-need @ChiPubSchools families & @ChiCityColleges students internet with:
💻No-cost
💻High-speeds
💻Accessibility across neighborhoods
🏆 Earning Chicago the award as one of the highest Digital Inclusion Trailblazers in 2022 https://t.co/Xl8DU67ivi

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Dalila Wilson Scott @dalila_says

almost 4 years ago

CEO Daniel Anello joined a PAB member @Claiborne_Wade and Carl Jones Jr. @Comcast Sunday on @WTTW Black Voices to talk about programs to provide internet access to kids like #ChicagoConnected. Watch here: https://t.co/tPJvpT5kgo @Angel_Idowu @BrandisFriedman #ChicagoConnected

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about 4 years ago

I recently spoke to @WGNRadio about how @Comcast is advancing #DigitalEquity through programs like our exciting new digital equity initiative with @YMCAChicago. Thank you @wgnkingjohn for having me on! https://t.co/8cB8rGchc5 #ChicagoConnected

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We've Moved ⏩ @Comcast @ComcastILLINOIS

about 4 years ago

This week, we came steps closer to #digitalequity in ALL 77 Chicago neighborhoods. Our partnership with @YMCAChicago will bring Internet, computers and digital navigators to 6 city Y's. #InternetEssentials #ChicagoConnected #AffordableConnectivityProgram https://t.co/bzZaBxrszD

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Dalila Wilson Scott @dalila_says

about 4 years ago

Had a great time volunteering with our Chicago team to create a mural that embodies the mission of @ChicagoCommons—empowering children by providing quality education and family-centered support. Big thanks to everyone who made this happen! #TeamUp #ChicagoConnected

dalila_says's tweet photo. Had a great time volunteering with our Chicago team to create a mural that embodies the mission of @ChicagoCommons—empowering children by providing quality education and family-centered support. Big thanks to everyone who made this happen! #TeamUp #ChicagoConnected https://t.co/mcrDoqpfBw

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Suzy Blaustein @suzyblaustein

about 4 years ago

HAPPENING NOW! Chicago Delegates will be discussing #ChicagoConnected as part of the All-American City Award finalist presentations on Facebook Live on at 2:15 pm Central. Watch here: https://t.co/fe7YpBL8ii

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about 4 years ago

Digital connectivity isn't just an issue in the developing world: the US boasts among the world's costliest broadband, sidelining millions of low-income kids, when it comes to #DistanceLearning. Learn how #ChicagoConnected is helping students in that city: https://t.co/zEIHcI4oe9

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about 4 years ago

We wanted to share some exciting news -- Chicago has been named one of twenty finalists for the 2022 All-American City (AAC) Awards for our collective efforts to bridge the digital divide through #ChicagoConnected!

KidsFirstChi's tweet photo. We wanted to share some exciting news -- Chicago has been named one of twenty finalists for the 2022 All-American City (AAC) Awards for our collective efforts to bridge the digital divide through #ChicagoConnected! https://t.co/8ZzEXDB5zY

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over 4 years ago

Marisol is a @ChiPubSchools parent who was able to access free digital learning resources through #ChicagoConnected. Visit https://t.co/5cOeJfOppj to learn more.

mayorlightfoot's tweet photo. Marisol is a @ChiPubSchools parent who was able to access free digital learning resources through #ChicagoConnected.

Visit https://t.co/5cOeJfOppj to learn more. https://t.co/JoWfqRasW4

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over 4 years ago

Ashley is a Dunning resident and @ChiPubSchools parent who was able to receive no-cost internet through #ChicagoConnected. To learn more and check your eligibility, visit: https://t.co/8U4nDUGhLc

mayorlightfoot's tweet photo. Ashley is a Dunning resident and @ChiPubSchools parent who was able to receive no-cost internet through #ChicagoConnected.

To learn more and check your eligibility, visit: https://t.co/8U4nDUGhLc https://t.co/3AgoclmW5g

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over 4 years ago

Luis is a #ChicagoConnected recipient currently enrolled in @coursera's Google technical certification program. After completing his certifications, he hopes to find a new career in technology.

mayorlightfoot's tweet photo. Luis is a #ChicagoConnected recipient currently enrolled in @coursera's Google technical certification program. After completing his certifications, he hopes to find a new career in technology. https://t.co/njMw2OzERd

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Coursera

@coursera

over 4 years ago

Coursera is honored to partner with Mayor Lightfoot and #ChicagoConnected to offer free online skills training to help amazing local talent like Shameka prepare for the future of work. Read more about our partnership: https://t.co/hgkJTrsz8T

over 4 years ago

Shameka earned her @coursera certificate in positive psychiatry and mental health. She is passionate about helping others and aspires to become a psychologist or social worker.

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over 4 years ago

Shameka is a Washington Park resident and @ChiPubSchools parent who was able to receive no-cost internet through #ChicagoConnected. To learn more and check your eligibility, visit: https://t.co/8U4nDUGhLc

mayorlightfoot's tweet photo. Shameka is a Washington Park resident and @ChiPubSchools parent who was able to receive no-cost internet through #ChicagoConnected.

To learn more and check your eligibility, visit: https://t.co/8U4nDUGhLc https://t.co/HEiaSMBib4

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