PowerOn Jeffco
PowerOn Jeffco is a Jefferson County Public Library program that provides basic digital literacy training in both English and Spanish to families across Jefferson County.
Launched in 2024, PowerOn was created in collaboration with Jefferson County Public Schools and several community partners to deliver six classes of basic digital literacy training focused on building essential computer skills. Upon completion, eligible participants receive a free Chromebook with internet access.
For questions and support, email the Digital Literacy Team.
Resident Participation
If you live in Jefferson County, don't know how to use a computer and are ready to learn, PowerOn Jeffco is for you!
A JCPL library card is required to participate. Don't have a library card? We'll help you get one!
Steps to Participate
Let's PowerOn, Jeffco!
Here's what you'll learn in our free classes:
- Learn how to use a computer
- Create and manage email
- Access the internet
- Participate in online learning
- Securely connect to online resources
To apply and learn more, email the Digital Literacy Team.
Find a Partner
At this time, PowerOn Jeffco classes are held at community partner locations that help participants register and qualify:
Sign Up for Classes
Community partners have registration forms and class schedules.
Attend Six, One-and-a-Half-Hour Classes
All materials, including assistive technology, will be provided.
Earn a FREE Chromebook!
Upon successful completion of the program, qualified participants who provide proof of need or low-income status will receive a free Chromebook and three free months of internet access, while supplies last.
What You Need to Know
Our partners will help you navigate the qualification requirements during the application process, which include one form of identification and proof of need or low-income status. No citizenship or legal status required.
Parents and caregivers of students in Jeffco Public Schools can reach out to their Family Engagement Liaison or email the Digital Literacy Team for more information.
Schedule of Classes
Participants attend weekly classes for six weeks of classroom instruction. Accelerated classes are offered depending on school schedules and other factors. The accelerated classes will meet twice a week for three weeks. Each option will provide nine hours of classroom instruction.
Additional Assistance
Childcare, interpretation, assistive technology (large mouse and keyboard, TTY, Text to Speech, speech recognition), ASL and other forms of assistance are available upon request.
Duration of Free Internet Access
Free internet data is available for three months. We will notify you by email when the free internet is set to expire and send you a list of resources for low-cost internet you can access.
Tech Support
If you need additional support after the training is complete, email the Digital Literacy Team.
Partner Participation
Interested in being a community partner?
Email the Digital Literacy Team, and our community partner liaison will reach out to schedule a meeting. Let's PowerOn, Jeffco!