E-rate Commentary

by Micah Rigdon

November 20, 2024

Why We Celebrate Guides at FFL

At Funds For Learning, Guide Appreciation Week is an honored tradition, an opportunity to recognize the heart and soul of our organization—our Guides. Since its inception in 2018, this week...

November 20, 2024

Your Guides On The Move: Insights from the 2024 ATALM Conference

Last week, Cathy Cruzan and I had the privilege of attending the 2024 Association of Tribal Archives, Libraries, and Museums (ATALM) conference in beautiful Palm Springs, California. Surrounded by stunning...

by John Harrington

November 19, 2024

Open Letter to Commissioner Brendan Carr

An Open Letter to Commissioner Brendan Carr, Incoming FCC Chairman – January 2025 Dear Commissioner Carr, On behalf of Funds For Learning, congratulations on your selection as the next Chairman...

by John Harrington

November 13, 2024

Staying the Course: E-rate’s Enduring Value

Change is on the horizon, bringing new opportunities and possibilities. For those of us in the E-rate community, this change energizes our commitment to connecting students, schools, and libraries across...

November 13, 2024

Prepare Before the Holidays: E-rate Administrative Window

There is no busier time for many of us than that of the holiday season, starting with Halloween and running through New Year’s Day. During this time, schools host not...

by John Harrington

November 13, 2024

Leading Through Change: Empowering Educators for a Transformational Future

Last week, I had the humbling opportunity to speak with a group of principals from Great Expectations Model Schools. I found myself in awe of these leaders—true heroes who take...

by John Harrington

November 6, 2024

Unlocking Potential Data-Driven Decision Making

In my work, I’ve seen firsthand how access to the right data can elevate decisions from guesswork to clarity. For today’s leaders, data is more than just numbers—it’s a tool...

November 6, 2024

USAC Training Recap: Fayetteville Arkansas 2024

On October 28th, three members of Funds for Learning attended the USAC training in Fayetteville, an event filled with valuable insights for E-rate applicants. It was inspiring to see such...