Bridge the digital divide and close the homework gap
Recent federal legislation includes funding for K-12 schools and districts to support connectivity. We have eligible solutions that support your long-term technology plans no matter where learning takes place.
Accelerate student success with a technology-rich learning environment that allows personalized and online learning
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Guidance and technology solutions to help K-12 schools get resources and connect students.
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This solution allows schools to offer broadband Internet access to students, educators and staff.
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The handbook helps K-12 leaders understand program challenges and leverage E-rate dollars.
Understanding E-Rate
Digital infrastructure that supports students’ needs and success
Today’s K-12 students are eager for more personalized, hands-on and collaborative learning. To drive student success, you need an infrastructure that supports new learning models and can grow along with your goals.
Tailor learning to student needs
Every student learns differently. Now, with the right technology, you can support personalized learning models that adapt to students’ unique needs. To deliver on the promise of new teaching platforms and online learning initiatives, you need scalable solutions that support increased bandwidth needs.
Ensure strong security
Network and physical security is a top priority for schools, districts and parents. Your IT solutions — from network connections to voice services — should offer security and privacy, and comply with regulations.
Get the funding you need
It’s critical to find and secure the funding that will enable your digital transformation. That’s why it’s so important to work with a partner who understands the E-rate program and can help you navigate the application process.
Empowering K-12 institutions and libraries of all sizes
We understand the unique needs of school systems and that one-size-fits-all IT solutions do not work. From public and charter schools, to religious and private schools — no matter your size or needs — we’ll help you create a technology-rich learning environment that’s conducive to helping your students achieve success.
Reliable and affordable Internet is a necessity to advance The E’s of Libraries® — education, employment, entrepreneurship, empowerment and engagement for everyone, everywhere. We’ll meet you where you are and help you execute your modernization plans to see your community thrive.
Achieve your goals and accelerate student success with a trusted partner
Over 20 years of E-rate experience
For the past two decades, we’ve proudly provided services to K-12 schools, districts and libraries of all sizes. We’re trained and certified on the E-rate program and will help you successfully navigate it to secure the funding you need.
A dedicated public sector team
Our trained and specialized GovEd team has the knowledge and expertise to support you at every step of the way and deliver the services you need to create a secure, supportive and successful learning environment.
Connectivity you can rely on
Interruptions to your network can slow teaching and learning. Our end-to-end service-level agreements (SLA) are one of the best and most comprehensive in the industry, ensuring 99.99 percent service availability, exceptional responsiveness and 24/7/365 ongoing support.
Advanced technology available nationwide
Our wholly owned fiber network with local presence and nationwide reach offers secure, fast and reliable connectivity to support digital learning. Aligned to the latest industry standards, our solutions provide the performance needed for schools and districts everywhere.
Drive student success today and into the future with purpose-built solutions for education
Unified Communications with RingCentral
Simplify the way you collaborate with seamless connectivity. Get cloud-based voice, video and messaging services integrated onto a single platform and delivered over any internet connection. Meet anywhere, anytime, without additional hardware to maintain.
Managed Network Edge
Simplify your network with a single platform and provider. Get E-rate eligible network security and content filtering, powered by Cisco Meraki. It's a turnkey solution we design, implement and manage to support real-world learning experiences and today’s expanding classrooms.
Managed Services
We become an extension of your school or district IT department — helping to ensure network security and consistent WiFi.
Fiber Internet Access
Drive student success with high-speed connectivity. FIA provides symmetrical, dedicated connectivity up to 100 Gbps with proactive monitoring to ensure reliable performance and uptime.
Cloud Connect
Connect administrators, students and educators with applications in the public cloud over a secure network. Cloud Connect gives you dependable and private connectivity to key cloud service providers.
Dig deeper with these helpful resources
E-Book
Building a future ready K-12 network
The shift to remote learning accelerated expectations from students and parents for digital learning experiences. The demand for more personalized and more student centered learning continues to grow.
Guide
3 planning tools to navigate the E-rate process
We’ve compiled a number of planning tools to help schools and districts leverage available E-rate funds — and create more opportunities for students.
Report
How E-rate funding supports K-12 school district capacity building
In this report from Spectrum Enterprise, we examine the profile of school districts that are using E-rate funds to support their education technology.
Infographic
Is your K-12 network safe from DDoS attacks?
Discover reasons why DDoS attacks are on the rise in K-12 schools and what you can do to protect your network in this infographic.
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