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Mar 22, 2023

March Updates

Filing window closes 3/28/23 15 days to answer PIAs Waves should roll beginning early May Next steps FCDL File your F486 Coming Soon! UEI requirements on your F498 (if you file BEARs in E-rate) New BEAR process  Within EPC Similar to that found in ECF CIPA Audit Survey Internet Safety Policy  Ex:  School Business Association…

Dec 13, 2022

SVF Instructions Here!

Topics In This Newsletter: State Valid File (SVF) Release Category 2 Budget Adjustments ECF Audits EPC Account Admin Verification New BEAR System Rollout E-rate Cat2 Survey Reminder Invoicing Deadline – January 28, 2023 for FY20 and FY21 State Valid File (SVF) Release and Directions for Updating Student Count/NSLP Numbers Each PSU’s E-rate contact person will…

Oct 21, 2022

E-rate October News

Admin Window Opening October 25: (Verification and Updates are not optional) The “Admin Window” for FY 2023 will be opening on Tuesday October 25, 2022. Get ahead of the game and make sure your profile is up to date and ready! This year we’re providing a checklist for your admin window check. Click Here to…

Sep 26, 2022

E-rate September News

In This Edition: PRC Allotments Sent Out! USAC Announces E-Rate 2022 Fall Training Schedule CIPA Compliance Requirements EPC Administrative Window Opens October 25, 2022 Funding Year 2023 Category 2 Projects Service Delivery Deadline Extensions for Funding Years 2020 and 2021 WAN RFP Considerations WAN Special Construction Process SAM.gov Fall Boot Camp/RFP Filing Assistance PRC Allotments…

Aug 22, 2022

Please Complete: School Wifi Survey

Hello all! The Friday Institute for Educational Innovation at NC State University has developed a survey regarding wifi and internet connection quality. They would like as much participation as possible across the state. The data being collected is very important to determine future improvements to school network and wifi connectivity. Therefore, the ultimate benefit goes…

Aug 9, 2022

Fall Boot Camp Information

What: Fall 2022 E-rate Boot CampWhen: November 14 – 16, 2022 (Optional: November 17th for Form 470/RFP assistance)Where: MCNC (3021 East Cornwallis Road, Research Triangle, NC 27709)Cost: Free to attend! Lunch provided by MCNC!(You’re just responsible for lodging, transportation, and other meals. Light snacks will be provided throughout the day.) Reach out to your E-rate…

Apr 29, 2022

“Almost May” Updates

ECF News  Window 3 opened April 28th  You can review the latest webinar information on our website by clicking here.  Upcoming USAC Office Hours (Question and Answer sessions) May 3rd at 3pm – Register hereMay 10th at 3pm – Register here  BEAR applications have been delayed due to the following:  Invalid/Expired DUNS information (NOTE: as of…

Apr 13, 2022

Please complete: National E-rate Survey

Good afternoon everyone! The annual Funds For Learning E-rate survey is being conducted, asking schools and libraries to contribute their opinions and experiences with the E-rate application process. The survey results will be tabulated and shared with Congress, the FCC and the public this summer. Please take a few minutes and complete the survey.  You…

Mar 29, 2022

Post-Filing Newsletter and Updates

E-rate News: Form 479 (Clickable Link) – DUE BY JUNE 1:  It is time to begin collection of the FCC Form 479 which certifies that your school/school district is compliant with the Children’s Internet Protection Act – CIPA.  The form is a fillable PDF.   Your forms are due no later than June 1, 2022. Instructions…

Mar 11, 2022

March Madness News!

E-Rate: We have made it to E-rate March Madness folks! With March comes the big FILING DEADLINE! All Form 471s MUST be filed no later than March 22 at 11:59 PM. We, of course, would like you to be finished filing by March 15 if possible. If you need assistance, please do not hesitate to…