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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… 

Jan 31, 2022

Deadlines and Reminders

In this newsletter:NEW: Added USAC ECF Training Schedule ECF Reimbursement Updates 471 Filing Reminders Invoice Deadlines Vendors and Bidding Evaluations ECF Requirements for Reimbursement: The FCC has rolled back the “preimbursement” feature within ECF. All submissions for reimbursement must include the following:  Invoice (A quote is not acceptable and will delay your reimbursement)  Showing the… 

Jan 3, 2022

Urgent E-rate News and Reminders

Window News:  Admin Window: The admin window closes on Monday, January 10th at 11:59 PM EST. You MUST have completed all your profile updates by this time, make them in the narrative section of the 471, or through a RAL.  Please see our newsletter from December 3 for directions and information.  You will NOT be… 

Dec 21, 2021

End of 2021 Newsletter and Updates

Good afternoon.  Please read below for updates before the Holdiay Break!  Admin Window:  UPDATE: ADMIN WINDOW WILL CLOSE JANUARY 10 AT 11:59PM  You should still be updating your entity profiles based on the information we sent earlier this month.   The State Valid File (SVF) will be sent to you when we return from break in… 

Dec 21, 2021

Happy Holidays from your E-rate Team!

Best wishes this holiday season and into the new year. If you’d like a good laugh, check out our holiday JibJab! 

Dec 3, 2021

Important December Actions and Reminders

Hi all. We hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and are preparing for your Winter Break.  The information below includes important reminders and things to do to prepare for the upcoming E-rate filing season.  Please read carefully and take action immediately for entity updates and 470 filings. ECF updates are included below as well.  Please keep in mind that E-rate and ECF are…