the schools and libraries program
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The Schools and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund
“E-Rate”
Agenda
What is E-Rate
Why is E-Rate Important
How do you Apply for E-Rate
Northwest ISD Technology Plan Overview
What is “E-Rate”
What the School and Libraries Program of the Universal Service Fund is also known as
Provides telecommunications and Internet discounts for school and libraries in the USA
Is one of the four support programs funded by the Universal Service fee
The Schools and Library Program
Why is E-Rate Important
By using E-rate we may be able to fund internet connections and access for many of our rural schools in our district.
Discounts on Internet Access
Provide Additional Resources
Utilize the connectivity fund
Staff Development
We have applied for grants
38%
51%
11%
Local Funds
Technology Allotment
Title II Part D
Telecommunications & Internet Access
We have not applied for E-rate
100%
Local Funds
How do you Apply for E-Rate
Create a technology plan Verify your plan as the 5 elements
Goals Professional Development Needs Assessment Budget Evaluation Process
How do you Apply for E-Rate (cont.)
Technology plan covers the upcoming funding year
Update your contact information at the Client Service Bureau
USAC has approved your Technology Plan
Applicant Check off list
Northwest ISD Technology Plan Overview and Updates
2009-2010 Updates
Technology Plan
Implement Instructional Software with curriculum
Professional Development for Instructors’
Sufficient Technology Support
Maintain and enhance (WANS and LANS)
Five-year Replacement cycle of computer systems
Technology Plan (cont.)
Staff will be proficient in using Technology Level 1 Level 2 Level 3
Help desk will be available to staff and students.
Northwest Long Term Plan
Technology Updates
2009-2010 All High school students will receive NetBooks
2010-2011 All Middle school students will receive NetBooks
Email was set-up for all students and staff
NetSchool was implement for curriculum
Summary
E-Rate is a way Schools and Library’s can obtain Telecommunications and Internet
Using the correct steps our district can apply for “E-Rate”
The Long-Range Plan of Northwest ISD
Technology Updates: NetBooks & NetSchool