E-rate Commentary

August 21, 2024

One Month, Three Funding Years

It is a wonderful time of the year, when the broiling heat of summer peaks across the country and students of all ages return to classes, marking their new foray...

by John Harrington

August 14, 2024

The Power of Connection: How Technology Brings Us Closer

In my lifetime, I’ve experienced the impact of technology from the revolutionary access to email on my BlackBerry to the incorporation of AI tools in everyday life. Outside of the...

by John Harrington

Beyond the Brainstorm: Follow-Through is Key to Success

I love ideas. One of my favorite things to do, both personally and professionally, is brainstorm. When I need a solution or I want to strategize, I break out a...

by John Windhausen

Welcome to the Pushme/Pullyu World of Broadband Policy

Those of us who are dedicated to solving the digital divide are suffering from whiplash. The FCC has recently taken several courageous steps to make broadband connectivity more affordable for...

by Patrick Burke

Back to School, Back to E-rate

As the new school year approaches, it’s the perfect time for E-rate applicants to start planning for their technology and internet needs for the next E-rate Funding Year. Ensuring that...

by Heidi Leonard

Applicant Spotlight: Mahpiya Luta, Formerly Red Cloud Indian School

Located in the heart of the Pine Ridge Reservation in southwestern South Dakota, Mahpiya Luta (formerly Red Cloud Indian School) stands as a beacon of educational and cultural preservation for...

by John Harrington

Fuel Your Passion: The Power of Giving Back

Giving back is more than a noble gesture; it’s a powerful catalyst for personal and communal transformation. My personal life mission is to empower transformational growth for a brighter future....

Comparing the FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program with a Day at the Beach

With only $200 million available over a three-year period, if you’re not prepared for your day in the sun, you may be left burnt on the sidelines. As we know,...