Schools & libraries program of the universal service
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The E-Rate program provides discounts on telecommunication services and internet access to schools and libraries. It was established by Congress in 1996 to help schools and libraries obtain affordable internet access. Discounts range from 20-90% depending on the location and percentage of students eligible for free or reduced lunch programs. Schools develop technology plans and apply for funding, which is then reimbursed from the Universal Service Fund paid into by telecommunications providers. Sallisaw Public School's technology plan focuses on integrating technology to support learning goals and promote equal access.
Schools & libraries program of the universal service
- 1. Schools & Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund “E-Rate” Mr. Casey Eubanks Current as of (CAO) 4 Sep 2011
- 2. Overview ► Background ► Benefits Available for Schools & Libraries ► How does it work? ► Who pays the bills? ► Sallisaw Public School’s Technology Plan ► Important Links
- 3. Background ► Mandated by Congress in 1996 Through the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Uses the federal Universal Service Fund (USF) ► Makes telecommunications & information services more affordable Such as internet access, and internal connections
- 4. Benefits Available for Schools & Libraries ► Schools may receive discounts on internet access and internal connection Network wiring ► Discounts range from 20 – 90 percent Based on household income levels of students Location of schools in is a rural or urban area
- 5. E-Rate Discount Table Income Measured by % of Urban Location Discount Rural Location Discount students eligible for the National School Lunch Program Less than 1% 20% 25% 1% to 19% 40% 50% 20% to 34% 50% 60% 35% to 49% 60% 70% 50% to 74% 80% 80% Sallisaw Public School falls under this rate 75% to 100% 90% 90% Kellogg & Sovereign Consulting, LLC (2011), E-Rate Primer, www.kelloggllc.com
- 6. How does it work? ► Technology Plan must be developed ► School receives bid, vendors provide services ► USAC approves application, vendor provides service, reimbursed from the Universal service Fund (USF)
- 7. Who pays the bills? ► Telecommunications Providers must contribute to the federal USF Based on % Interstate/International revenues ► Consumers may see “Universal Service” on bill Providers may use consumers to recover USF contributions
- 8. Sallisaw Public School’s Technology Plan ► Goal 1 Provide professional Development for the effective use of technology ► Goal 2 Promote strategies the integrate technology effectively ► Goal 3 Provide equal access to technology
- 9. Sallisaw Public School’s Technology Plan ► Goal 4 Install/maintain technology to support learning goals ► Goal 5 Purchase and provide access to software and technologies ► Goal 6 Increase the number of students who use technology in the classroom
- 10. Sallisaw Public School’s Technology Plan ► Goal 7 Analyze/implement strategies to deliver rigorous courses ► Goal 8 Ensure use of technology to promote parental involvement ► Goal 9 Develop programs with adult literacy providers to maximize use of technology
- 11. Sallisaw Public School’s Technology Plan ► Goal 10 Develop effective leadership support for appropriate use of technology
- 12. Important Links ► www.sallisawps.org ► http://www.universalservice.org/sl/ ► http://www.fcc.gov/guides/universal-service-pro
- 13. Overview ► Background ► Benefits Available for Schools & Libraries ► How does it work? ► Who pays the bills? ► Sallisaw Public School’s Technology Plan ► Important Links