The document discusses the E-Rate program, which provides discounts of 20-90% on telecommunications and internet services to most schools and libraries in the US. It outlines the services covered, including telecom, internet access, equipment, and basic maintenance. To qualify for E-Rate, schools must develop a technology plan and submit applications. The rest of the document discusses the school's technology plan, bond election results, and use of federal stimulus funds to purchase equipment. It also introduces the Texas STaR chart for evaluating a school's educational technology integration in 4 categories to help improve practices.