Teens Teach Tech, powered by AT&T

Program Type: Teen-led digital skills training program

Overview:
Teens Teach Tech is a program that empowers teens aged 13+ to lead digital skills training in their communities. Participating teams offer hands-on workshops, one-on-one mentorship sessions, virtual sessions, and community events covering various digital skills. Connected Nation provides training materials, financial incentives, and mentor support.

Key Statistics

• Reach: 43 states and 1 U.S. territory
• Participants trained: Over 1,000 teens have trained 31,702 adults
• Team size requirement: Minimum 2 teens per team

Training Topics Offered

All topics are AT&T Connected Learning courses, approximately 60-90 minutes, ideal for in-person delivery:

• Internet Basics: Web browsers, search engines, internet navigation, online search tips
• Computer Basics: Managing applications, files, folders, Windows 10/Mac operating systems
• Internet Safety/Cybersecurity: Safe website visits, identifying suspicious communication, password creation
• Email Basics: Gmail account creation, sending, receiving, replying, organizing, recognizing suspicious communication
• Mobile Device Basics: Android and Apple device navigation, basic functions, common apps, safe device usage
• Videoconferencing: Zoom account setup, participant vs. host roles, key features

Benefits for Teens

• Youth Leadership: Learn to guide, teach, and support others while gaining confidence
• Community Engagement: Promotes social skills, encourages empathy, connects with different ages and backgrounds
• Personal Fulfillment: Rewarding experience, instills accomplishment and purpose, cultivates positive self-esteem
• Resume Enhancement: Notable accomplishment for college applications and resumes; fulfills scholarship requirements
• Collaboration and Teamwork: Work in teams to organize and execute training sessions

Eligibility

• Minimum age: 13+ years (teens)
• Need to form a team with at least 2 teens
• Must have a mentor/adult facilitator
• Active in 43 states and 1 U.S. territory

Contact Information

• Email: info@connectednation.org
• Phone: 877-846-7710

Funding Source

Made possible through AT&T Connected Learning and AT&T's commitment to narrowing the Digital Divide.

How to Apply

Step 1: Express Interest
Fill out the Interest Form on the Teens Teach Tech program page

Step 2: Form Your Team
Gather 2+ teens who want to participate in the program

Step 3: Identify a Mentor
Secure an adult mentor to facilitate and support the teen team

Step 4: Receive Resources
Connected Nation will provide:

• Training materials (all AT&T Connected Learning courses)
• Financial incentives (up to $4,000 per team)
• Mentor support throughout the program

Step 5: Plan Workshops
Your team will organize and execute training sessions using provided materials:

• Hands-on workshops
• One-on-one mentorship sessions
• Virtual sessions
• Community events

Required Materials/Resources Provided:

• Team Resource Page
• Workshop Materials
• Flyer and promotional materials
• Monthly newsletters for ongoing support
• Instagram community for sharing accomplishments

Additional Requirements:

• Obtain signed releases from participating teens (for potential national posts)
• Register participants for workshops
• Complete any required reporting or documentation

Contact for Questions:

• Email: info@connectednation.org
• Phone: 877-846-7710