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July 13th, 2015
Schools and libraries need to begin the E-rate process right away, in order to ensure their participation in the pilot program for Wi-Fi/Category 2 E-rates. Once a school is approved, funding can be applied to projects from July 2016 – September 2017. “E-rates” is a nineteen year-old Federal program that provides schools and libraries with
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December 12th, 2014
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE: December 11, 2014 FCC CONTINUES E-RATE REBOOT TO MEET THE NEEDS OF 21st CENTURY DIGITAL LEARNING Funding Boost Will Enable Schools, Libraries Nationwide to Reach Connectivity Goals over the Next Five Years Washington, D.C. – Taking significant additional steps to ensure that the nation’s schools and libraries have access to robust high-speed
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November 17th, 2014
FCC Chairman Wheeler announced he will seek an increase in Universal Service Fund phone bill fees to fund E-Rate Wi-Fi installations in schools and libraries. [Erates] Download E-Rate Top 10 FAQ This public statement represents a signifcant opportunity for schools and libraries to install or upgrade their Wi-Fi connectivity. Find out how much funding your
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August 7th, 2014
The Schools and Libraries Program (E-Rates) is undergoing several changes for the upcoming funding year 2015-2016, and the details are yet to be ironed out. Several announcements by the FCC, coupled with the White House’s ConnectED Initiative, indicate what changes will likely occur. Though we caution all schools not to waste time pondering “what-ifs,” it
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June 25th, 2014
Applicant Qualifications and Restrictions: Applications may be submitted for Middle Schools and High Schools only. The target contribution size will be between 2,000 and 4,000 students per school district. Applications should not be submitted for significantly larger or smaller contributions Contributions can be split among multiple schools within a single district as long as 1)
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March 26th, 2014
Very interesting comments from FCC Chairman Tom Wheeler and Commissioner Jessica Rosenworcel direct the program toward broadband connectivity for all schools: Download E-Rate Top 10 FAQ From Chairman Wheeler: “According to a 2013 survey, 72 percent of schools reported broadband speeds that are inadequate for their teaching needs. I visited one school where the network
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Posted by admin_erate
February 3rd, 2014
The New York Times reports that 2015 broadband investments will grow dramatically, but don’t forget that funding for 2014 can still be secured by contacting eRateProgram LLC right away. Don’t let your E-rate funding get away! 314-282-3676 WASHINGTON — The Federal Communications Commission will double the amount of money it devotes to adding high-speed Internet
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January 29th, 2014
For immediate assistance with your E-rate application, call eRateProgram, LLC at 314-282-3676 Request a Free E-Rate Benefit Analysis Download E-Rate Top 10 FAQ The FY2014 application filing window for the FCC Form 471 is open, and closes at 11:59 PM EDT on Wednesday, March 26, 2014. The window will be open for 77 days. Helpful
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December 20th, 2013
FCC Form 471 includes New Data Reporting Requirements The revised version of Form 471 requires that applicants provide substantially more information on the type, number, and speeds of their Internet connections. The revised Form 471 adds a requirement that applicants provide detailed data circuit information for each FRN involving internet access services, including cellular data.
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