Maximizing E-Rate Benefits for School Connectivity
Enhance school connectivity through E-Rate modernization and support services for local education agencies in North Carolina. From regional training to Form 472 assistance, ensure a smooth E-Rate application process and maximize benefits for educational institutions.
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E-Rate Modernization and School Connectivity - for Local Education Agencies School Connectivity: E-Rate Services Team
Regional Training Conduct Regional E-rate Training across the state following National E-rate Training conducted by USAC to update North Carolina applicants on program requirements. 2
DLP Provide support as applicants prepare their E-rate infrastructure, giving guidance and support as the applicant prepares the plan to meet the elements of the North Carolina Digital Learning Plan. http://ncdlplan.fi.ncsu.edu/ The goal of the DLP is to build upon the existing foundation to develop a coherent long-term strategy that sets directions and priorities, supports innovation, and provides resources to enable the State s educators and students to benefit fully from digital-age teaching and learning. 3
Form 470 Provide significant support as applicants complete the Form 470. Because the Form 470 triggers the competitive bidding process, which is truly the cornerstone of the E-rate program, it is very important that this form be completed correctly and in a timely manner. DPI s E-rate staff will help determine what items are eligible for E-rate discount according to the Eligible Services List and provide oversight to ensure the form(s) has been completed correctly. This may include a site visit or virtual review. 4
Form 471 Provide extensive support to applicants during the Form 471 application window including all elements of the form process, from choosing a provider in accordance with E-rate regulations to discount calculations to assistance during form completion. 5
PIA Review Be accessible during PIA review to help applicants successfully navigate the PIA review process with positive results. 6
Form 486 Monitor and provide guidance in the completion of the Form 486 to help ensure that an applicant doesn t miss a Form 486 simply because of lack of education about the form and the E-rate process. 7
Form 472 (BEAR) Monitor and provide guidance in the completion of the Form 472 to help ensure that an applicant doesn t miss a Form 472 simply because of lack of education about the form and the E-rate process. 8
Vendors Offer support as needed to vendors so that vendors may complete the needed paperwork to allow vendors to receive their discounts/reimbursements in a timely manner. 9
Appeals Provide analysis, writing and submission of appeals to both USAC and FCC 10
Audits Provide audit, selective review, and HATS visit support to applicants as needed. 11
List/Portal Maintain an active listserv/information portal environment to help applicants understand E- rate requirements and gain control of the E- rate process. 12
Easier Involvement Increase E-rate involvement by North Carolina LEAs to maximize the use of E-rate dollars in North Carolina. 13
