1. AGENDA
•Agenda
• What is E-Rate?
• Applying for E-Rate
• Qualifications for E-Rate
• OKPS Technology Plan
• Break down of allocated funds

2. WHAT IS E-RATE?
 E-Rate is the commonly used name for the Schools
and Libraries Program of the Universal Service
Fund, which is administered by the Universal
Service Administrative Company (USAC) under the
direction of the Federal Communications
Commission (FCC).
 The program provides discounts to assist most
schools and libraries in the United States (and U.S.
territories) to obtain affordable telecommunications
and Internet access. It is one of four support
programs funded through a Universal Service fee
charged to companies that provide interstate and/or
international telecommunications services.

3. APPLYING FOR E-RATE
 Describing services requested Run an Open and
Fair Competition FORM 470
 Posting and Contract Negotiation Period
 Services Ordered Certification FORM 471
 Problem Resolution PIA Review
 Funding Commitment Decision
 Receipt of Services Notification FORM 486, FORM
500
 Reimbursement Calculation Invoice FORM 472

4. HOW CAN OKPS QUALIFY FOR E-RATE?
 Qualifications require:
 A District Technology Plan
 The Technology Plan covers four key areas
 Teaching and Learning
 Educator Preparation and Development
 Leadership, Administration and Support Services
 Infrastructure for Technology
 The district is required to provide equipment

5. SUMMARY OF THE DISTRICT
TECHNOLOGY PLAN
 Improved Technology Standards and Policies
 Technology Implementation Process
 Improved Access to Technology
 Improved Technology Training
 Improved Technology Integration, Support, and
Security
 Improved Business and Student Systems

6. BREAK DOWN OF ALLOCATED FUNDS