Miami-Dade County Public Schools is excited to announce an extension for registration to the LINK – Learn Ideas, Navigate Knowledge computer literacy program.

What is LINK? LINK is a federally funded grant program that may provide netbook computers to qualified 9th graders at a cost of $25.

How does it work? To qualify, Miami-Dade County Public School students must be a 9th grade student during the 2012-2013 school year, must be enrolled in the Free and Reduced Price Lunch Program, and must not have previously received a computer through the LINK program. Parents need to apply online through the Parent Portal – www.dadeschools.net/parents. Extended registration for LINK closes Friday, October 5, 2012. If you don’t already have a Parent Portal account, please visit your school to receive your PIN and register. Students will be selected to participate in the LINK program through a random lottery.

What is next? Computer training and distribution events will be held at various high school locations throughout the fall. The Parent Academy will provide a free mandatory introductory training for parents on computer basics, how the Internet can help you in your daily life, and how to keep your children safe online. You will be notified at the phone numbers and email address provided in the application.

Questions? Please call (305) 995-3276 to leave a message. Someone will return your call within 48 hours. Thank you!

bution events will be held at various locations throughout the fall. The Parent Academy will provide a free mandatory introductory training for parents on computer basics, how the Internet can help you in your daily life, and how to keep your children safe online.

Questions? Please visit the LINK program’s website at https://link.dadeschools.net or call (305)995-3276.

Thank you!