Education today runs on high-speed internet. Homework is assigned online. Tests are taken digitally. Video lessons, research, tutoring, and college applications all depend on reliable connectivity.
When internet service struggles, students struggle too.
When Access Is Limited, Opportunities Disappear
Imagine trying to submit an assignment before midnight and the upload freezes.
Trying to follow a video lesson that keeps buffering.
Getting kicked out of a virtual tutoring session halfway through.
Without fiber, Hawarden students may:
- Struggle to complete assignments on time
- Fall behind in video-based learning
- Miss enrichment opportunities
- Face disadvantages compared to students in fiber-connected towns
Students elsewhere can upload projects in seconds, attend virtual college visits without interruptions, and access advanced online courses with no second thought. When the connection does not work, the gap quietly grows.
The Long-Term Impact
This goes beyond daily frustration.
Reliable internet affects graduation readiness, college applications, scholarships, certifications, and future career opportunities. Education is digital now, and the workforce students are preparing for is digital too.
If Hawarden does not move forward with fiber, there’s a very real risk that opportunities will vanish before students even leave town.
Why It Matters for All of Us
When students succeed, families stay rooted.
When families stay, local businesses grow.
When businesses grow, jobs stay in town.
Strong connectivity supports strong education. Strong education builds a strong workforce. And a strong workforce shapes Hawarden’s future.
Fiber is not just faster internet. It is an investment in our students, our families, and the long-term health of your community.
Every connection matters. Give students the tools to succeed.
Hey Hawarden, Let’s Make This Happen! 👋
Here’s the deal…every $25 deposit moves your route closer to the 50% goal. Hit that mark, and fiber internet comes to town, giving faster internet to businesses, students, and families alike.
Sign-ups are open through March 31, 2026. Here’s how it works:
- Reach 50% → Your deposit goes toward your first bill
- Don’t hit the goal → Full refund in April
- Every paid signup → Still gets entered into prize drawings
It really is that simple. One small step from you makes a big difference for your neighbors, your kids, your local businesses, and Hawarden as a whole.
Let’s do this together — stronger connections, better opportunities, and a town ready for the future.
***For convenience, you can pay your deposit through PayPal or guest checkout, making it quick and easy. If you don’t get to it right away, no worries — you can submit it later!
Stay updated on our current standings for the latest progress with paid sign-ups!
Reminder! 🔔 Tell your family and friends about our convenient banner on our CO building (located at 1017 Central Ave). Simply scan the QR code and it will take you straight to our fiber homepage. To bring fiber into town, there needs to be more community participation. Spread the word!
Want to get email updates on our Hawarden fiber project and be the first to know when fiber optics could be installed on your route? Fill out your information in our popup form by clicking on the “Hawarden Updates” button at the bottom left of your screen (as shown below).
Every week you will get the latest updates and other information delivered to straight to your inbox! Share this information with family and friends by sharing on social media and forwarding these emails to get even more people on board with fiber in Hawarden.
