Computer-based assessment in secondary and higher education

What is it?

Students in secondary, high school, and higher education up to the age of 18 make extensive use of computers and the internet for school. Much of the school curriculum is offered digitally. In addition, access to a computer is considered the norm for completing homework assignments. Parents with low incomes often have limited means to purchase a computer for their child. To prevent their children from falling behind, the municipality West Maas en Waal offers West Maas en Waal program to assist with the purchase of a computer (laptop, tablet, 2-in-1) and peripherals.

How does it work?

What are the requirements?

The program is intended for students in secondary, high school, and higher education who are not yet 18 years old.

Do you have

  • an income of up to 120% of the welfare standard
  • little or no equity and
  • children in secondary school who are 18 years of age or younger,

you may submit an application for the computer assistance program. You may also submit an application if, at the time of application, you are participating in an ongoing debt settlement program under the Municipal Debt Assistance Act or the Debt Restructuring for Natural Persons Act. Additionally, a resident who has been assigned financial or budget management assistance by the municipal debt counselor is considered eligible.

What am I entitled to?

The maximum contribution is €600. If, in addition to the computer, software is purchased, software licenses are acquired and/or used for a fee, digital skills training is taken, etc., these expenses are only eligible for reimbursement if the €600 limit has not yet been fully utilized. “Additional” costs, such as for a PC desk, chair, ink cartridges, etc., are not eligible for reimbursement.

The reimbursement must be used for the purpose for which it was received. This must be done within 3 months of the reimbursement being granted. You must be able to demonstrate, using receipts or proof of payment, that the reimbursement received was used for the purpose for which it was received. No reimbursement may be requested for a calendar year that has already passed.

Each student may submit one application for a computer every four years.

What to do?

You can apply for the subsidy through Werkzaak Rivierenland at . Werkzaak Rivierenland administers this program on our behalf.

 Computer requests for secondary and higher education

Additional information

Information and advice

For information, advice, and support, please contact VraagWijzer West Maas en Waal

Applications

You can reach Werkzaak Rivierenland by calling 088 9375 000, Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. Please send mail to Postbus . Postbus , 4190 CH Geldermalsen, or email info@werkzaakrivierenland.nl.

How can I get help with financial problems?

Many people feel guilty or ashamed when they can’t pay their bills (on time) or are in debt. But did you know that this happens much more often than you might think? Anyone can find themselves in financial trouble. Setbacks such as unemployment, illness, or divorce can put people in a difficult situation.

Are you worried about your financial situation? Having trouble paying all your bills on time? The first step is to seek help. For example, you can contact the organization that sent you the bill. You may be able to work out a payment plan.

For information and questions about financial matters and debt, please contact VraagWijzer West Maas en Waal. For help managing your finances, you can also contact the social services organization Sociom at .

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