E-Rate Training Series - Updated Registration

 2020-21 E-Rate Training

 

The following schedule is for the virtual E-Rate series to take the place of the in-person training that has occurred in prior years. The following layout is designed to focus to align the date of the training specific to the content for the period in the E-Rate cycle. Each of the sessions will be recorded and posted to the SDE website for those who were not able to attend.

I have included a registration links for the last four trainings. Each will be an hour in length so we have discuss specific content and focus on that element.

 

I hope this training is something of value and you will take advantage of the opportunity to join in on the discussion.

 

Winter Series (dates are subject to change and registration links will be provided)

• January 19, 2021:  Form 471 for Category 1

• Register

• January 21, 2021:  Form 471 for Category 2

• Register  

Spring Series (dates are subject to change and registration links will be provided)

• March 31, 2021:  Post Commitment process and Program Integrity Assurance (PIA)

• Register

• April 7, 2021:  Reimbursement process

• Register

Funding Year 2020 - Funding Wave 35 - 37 Released!

Hello Everyone,

USAC has released the weekly Funding Wave for Funding Year 2020. Congratulations to the following list of Idaho entities. The list below are those Idaho applicants who’s Funding Requests (FRN) are included in Funding Wave #35 - 37 for FY2020.      

Funding Commitment Total for Idaho: $45,019.47

To complete the Form 486, please follow the directions listed here:

Log into EPC to file the Form 486. The Form 486 is NOW available in EPC. As with FY2016 and later, no paper FCDL forms are being mailed for FY2019.

Steps to take and items to pay close attention to on the 486:   

• Go to your landing page

• Look for the “Form 486” listed in the upper right corner.

• Choose only the FRNs that are ready for filing.

• Modify the service start date(s) as appropriate. Typically, this is July 1, 2020.

• DO NOT put a Service Start Date prior to July 1, 2020 even if services started before.

• If services start after July 1, 2020 please put that start date.

• Choose the correct CIPA certification based on your situation. Be careful here to ONLY select the one that applies...not all three.

• Review your form carefully before you certify it.

A funding wave will be released each week until all funds are exhausted.

If you were NOT included in this wave or any previous wave, it only means your application hasn't yet been reviewed. Continue watching for an email for notification that your PIA questions are available in EPC. As soon as the questions are answered, you'll likely be in an upcoming funding wave. If there are concerns with your funding requests, send me an email and I can look into it and see if I can get more information.

 

FRN	Applicant Name	BEN	Committed $$
2099073880	Avery Elem School Dist 394	142758	$10,198.67
2099084242	Blackfoot School District	142586	$34,820.80

Please let me know if there are any questions on your funding of Form 486.

Thanks,

Todd 

Funding Year (FY) 2021 Window Opens on January 15, 2021

Hello Everyone, 

USAC has just announced the opening of the filing window for the FCC Form 471 for Funding Year 2021. 

Opening:  Noon EST on Friday, January 15, 2021

Closing:  11:59 p.m. EDT on Thursday, March 25, 2021.

Update your E-rate Productivity Center (EPC) profile by January 13, 2021, at 11:59 p.m. EST to ensure a smoother filing process and more timely review of your applications. You will not be able to make changes to your profile through your organization’s profile in EPC after that date. 

*** Additionally, the last day to file a FCC Form 470 in the FY2021 window will be February 25, 2021. 

I wish everyone a happy, healthy, and safe holiday season. 

Todd 

Funding Year 2020 - Funding Wave 33 & 34 Released!

Hello Everyone,

USAC has released the weekly Funding Wave for Funding Year 2020. Congratulations to the following list of Idaho entities. The list below are those Idaho applicants who’s Funding Requests (FRN) are included in Funding Wave #33 & 34 for FY2020.

Funding Commitment Total for Idaho: $43,455.29 

To complete the Form 486, please follow the directions listed here:

Log into EPC to file the Form 486. The Form 486 is NOW available in EPC. As with FY2016 and later, no paper FCDL forms are being mailed for FY2019.

Steps to take and items to pay close attention to on the 486:   

• Go to your landing page

• Look for the “Form 486” listed in the upper right corner.

• Choose only the FRNs that are ready for filing.

• Modify the service start date(s) as appropriate. Typically, this is July 1, 2020.

• DO NOT put a Service Start Date prior to July 1, 2020 even if services started before.

• If services start after July 1, 2020 please put that start date.

• Choose the correct CIPA certification based on your situation. Be careful here to ONLY select the one that applies...not all three.

• Review your form carefully before you certify it.

A funding wave will be released each week until all funds are exhausted.

If you were NOT included in this wave or any previous wave, it only means your application hasn't yet been reviewed. Continue watching for an email for notification that your PIA questions are available in EPC. As soon as the questions are answered, you'll likely be in an upcoming funding wave. If there are concerns with your funding requests, send me an email and I can look into it and see if I can get more information.

FRN	Applicant Name	BEN	Committed $$
2099050939	Boundary County District 101	142759	$3,260.69
2099050972	Boundary County District 101	142759	$7,287.60
2099086103	Kellogg Joint School Dist 391	142769	$14,070.00
2099086367	Lakeland School District 272	142783	$18,837.00

Please let me know if there are any questions on your funding of Form 486.

Thanks,

Todd

Funding Year 2020 - Funding Wave 32 Released!

Hello Everyone,

USAC has released the weekly Funding Wave for Funding Year 2020. Congratulations to the following list of Idaho entities. The list below are those Idaho applicants who’s Funding Requests (FRN) are included in Funding Wave #32 for FY2020.

Funding Commitment Total for Idaho: $30,590.86 

To complete the Form 486, please follow the directions listed here:

Log into EPC to file the Form 486. The Form 486 is NOW available in EPC. As with FY2016 and later, no paper FCDL forms are being mailed for FY2019.

Steps to take and items to pay close attention to on the 486:   

• Go to your landing page

• Look for the “Form 486” listed in the upper right corner.

• Choose only the FRNs that are ready for filing.

• Modify the service start date(s) as appropriate. Typically, this is July 1, 2020.

• DO NOT put a Service Start Date prior to July 1, 2020 even if services started before.

• If services start after July 1, 2020 please put that start date.

• Choose the correct CIPA certification based on your situation. Be careful here to ONLY select the one that applies...not all three.

• Review your form carefully before you certify it.

A funding wave will be released each week until all funds are exhausted.

If you were NOT included in this wave or any previous wave, it only means your application hasn't yet been reviewed. Continue watching for an email for notification that your PIA questions are available in EPC. As soon as the questions are answered, you'll likely be in an upcoming funding wave. If there are concerns with your funding requests, send me an email and I can look into it and see if I can get more information.

FRN	Applicant Name	BEN	Committed $$
2099049464	Cassia Joint School Dist 151	142618	$3,947.94
2099046559	Lewis & Clark Early Childhood Program	17002551	$13,200.19
2099046923	Lewis & Clark Early Childhood Program	17002551	$11,033.93
2099086625	Nampa Christian Schools Inc.	95918	$676.00
2099086070	Twin Falls School District 411	142609	$1,732.80

Please let me know if there are any questions on your funding of Form 486.

Thanks,

Todd

 

Funding Year 2020 - Funding Wave 31 Released!

 Hello Everyone,

USAC has released the weekly Funding Wave for Funding Year 2020. Congratulations to the following list of Idaho entities. The list below are those Idaho applicants who’s Funding Requests (FRN) are included in Funding Wave #31 for FY2020.

Funding Commitment Total for Idaho: $35,561.52 

To complete the Form 486, please follow the directions listed here:

Log into EPC to file the Form 486. The Form 486 is NOW available in EPC. As with FY2016 and later, no paper FCDL forms are being mailed for FY2019.

Steps to take and items to pay close attention to on the 486:   

• Go to your landing page

• Look for the “Form 486” listed in the upper right corner.

• Choose only the FRNs that are ready for filing.

• Modify the service start date(s) as appropriate. Typically, this is July 1, 2020.

• DO NOT put a Service Start Date prior to July 1, 2020 even if services started before.

• If services start after July 1, 2020 please put that start date.

• Choose the correct CIPA certification based on your situation. Be careful here to ONLY select the one that applies...not all three.

• Review your form carefully before you certify it.

A funding wave will be released each week until all funds are exhausted.

If you were NOT included in this wave or any previous wave, it only means your application hasn't yet been reviewed. Continue watching for an email for notification that your PIA questions are available in EPC. As soon as the questions are answered, you'll likely be in an upcoming funding wave. If there are concerns with your funding requests, send me an email and I can look into it and see if I can get more information.

FRN	Applicant Name	BEN	Committed $$
2099064663	Boise City Independent Dist 1	142750	$19,879.80
2099071083	Coeur D'Alene Tribal School	96068	$1,281.72
2099084872	Idaho Bureau Of Educational Services For The Deaf And The Blind	95614	$14,400.00

Please let me know if there are any questions on your funding of Form 486.

Thanks,

Todd

Funding Year 2020 - Funding Wave 30 Released!

Hello Everyone,

USAC has released the weekly Funding Wave for Funding Year 2020. Congratulations to the following list of Idaho entities. The list below are those Idaho applicants who’s Funding Requests (FRN) are included in Funding Wave #30 for FY2020.

Funding Commitment Total for Idaho: $264,724.85 

To complete the Form 486, please follow the directions listed here:

Log into EPC to file the Form 486. The Form 486 is NOW available in EPC. As with FY2016 and later, no paper FCDL forms are being mailed for FY2019.

Steps to take and items to pay close attention to on the 486:   

• Go to your landing page

• Look for the “Form 486” listed in the upper right corner.

• Choose only the FRNs that are ready for filing.

• Modify the service start date(s) as appropriate. Typically, this is July 1, 2020.

• DO NOT put a Service Start Date prior to July 1, 2020 even if services started before.

• If services start after July 1, 2020 please put that start date.

• Choose the correct CIPA certification based on your situation. Be careful here to ONLY select the one that applies...not all three.

• Review your form carefully before you certify it.

A funding wave will be released each week until all funds are exhausted.

If you were NOT included in this wave or any previous wave, it only means your application hasn't yet been reviewed. Continue watching for an email for notification that your PIA questions are available in EPC. As soon as the questions are answered, you'll likely be in an upcoming funding wave. If there are concerns with your funding requests, send me an email and I can look into it and see if I can get more information.

FRN	Applicant Name	BEN	Committed $$
2099074564	Boise City Independent Dist 1	142750	$264,724.85

Please let me know if there are any questions on your funding of Form 486.

Thanks,

Todd