Hello Everyone,
Thursday, January 14, 2021
Reminder: FCC Form 471 Windows Opens Friday January 15, 2021
Tuesday, January 12, 2021
E-Rate Training Series - Final Updated Registration
2020-21 E-Rate Training
Sorry for the multiple posts on this topic and I hope this elevates the confusion. I was not aware that I did not update the registration link on the blog and then announce it. Because of this and I want to give folks as much notice as possible, I am going to postpone the training until the next week (January 19 & 21). Links are updated below.
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 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)
Spring Series (dates are subject to change and registration links will be provided)
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)
Spring Series (dates are subject to change and registration links will be provided)
March 31, 2021: Post Commitment process and Program Integrity Assurance (PIA)
April 7, 2021: Reimbursement process
Monday, January 11, 2021
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
Tuesday, December 22, 2020
Funding Year (FY) 2021 Window Opens on January 15, 2021
Monday, December 21, 2020
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
Tuesday, December 8, 2020
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