we actually pulled it off and congress is funding the e-rate expansion. im honestly speechless that this is happening but it shows what can shift when enough people speak up. stay tuned because we need to make sure this money hits the classrooms as fast as possible.
March 6, 2021
Final supporters
Dear Members of Congress:
Millions of K-12 students lack Internet access at home. Now, because of COVID-19, they are cut off from their school, teachers, and educational resources. Every child deserves an education and no one should need to sit idly by while others attend school online. Timely and decisive action by Congress is needed to support these students.
The existing federal E-rate funding program is available to help. Through it, Congress can empower schools and libraries to provide students with safe and reliable access to online classrooms. As outlined in this proposal, Congress should provide an additional $5.25 billion to the Federal Communications Commission to support off-campus Internet connections, learning devices and cyber security for K-12 students. The E-rate program offers local leaders the flexibility to select sensible solutions for their community through a familiar application system that safeguards funding and encourages effective planning.
Please help our students stay connected and in their online classrooms. Pass bipartisan legislation today that funds the E-rate program for students stuck at home.
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January 21, 2021
Reached 100 supporters
April 15, 2020
282 Comments
"Last mile" funding for broadband Internet service to a student's household has long been a need. Using E-Rate funding in the manner proposed is perfectly aligned with the intent of E-Rate and this minor expansion of purpose would prove a major benefit to our students.
As a Technology Coordinator for a public Charter school in an urban community I can testify to the veracity of this need for technology access for distance learning of our students (over 60% of them) who are without access.
We need help getting our students internet access at home. E-learning was forced upon us in a hurry. We pushed out a hotspot project for our students but took on a huge expense and even still we have students that don't have access. Please help!
I am technology coordinator for a small, rural school. Because of COVID-19, we have lost contact with some of our students because they do not have the technology with which to do their distance learning. Please help us as we try to provide a free, public education!
In our community the majority of our students don't have internet access in their homes. The only option is the phone company and they require you to also have a landline so it gets quite expensive. (This is a low income area). Cell service is spotty in our town and unreliable.
Happy Birthday, Lisa Kramer!
Heh, heh,heh, this outta do it![WHAM] Oh no! OH!
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we actually pulled it off and congress is funding the e-rate expansion. im honestly speechless that this is happening but it shows what can shift when enough people speak up. stay tuned because we need to make sure this money hits the classrooms as fast as possible.
March 6, 2021
Final supporters
Dear Members of Congress:
Millions of K-12 students lack Internet access at home. Now, because of COVID-19, they are cut off from their school, teachers, and educational resources. Every child deserves an education and no one should need to sit idly by while others attend school online. Timely and decisive action by Congress is needed to support these students.
The existing federal E-rate funding program is available to help. Through it, Congress can empower schools and libraries to provide students with safe and reliable access to online classrooms. As outlined in this proposal, Congress should provide an additional $5.25 billion to the Federal Communications Commission to support off-campus Internet connections, learning devices and cyber security for K-12 students. The E-rate program offers local leaders the flexibility to select sensible solutions for their community through a familiar application system that safeguards funding and encourages effective planning.
Please help our students stay connected and in their online classrooms. Pass bipartisan legislation today that funds the E-rate program for students stuck at home.
Updates
Reached 1,000 supporters
January 21, 2021
Reached 100 supporters
April 15, 2020
282 Comments
In rural Kansas, this is essential. With the Governors Executive Order closing all schools, our district was struggling getting all students quality internet connectivity. Our rural communities and rural farmers are the students that deserve and need to have equitable connectivity.
"Last mile" funding for broadband Internet service to a student's household has long been a need. Using E-Rate funding in the manner proposed is perfectly aligned with the intent of E-Rate and this minor expansion of purpose would prove a major benefit to our students.
As a Technology Coordinator for a public Charter school in an urban community I can testify to the veracity of this need for technology access for distance learning of our students (over 60% of them) who are without access.
We need help getting our students internet access at home. E-learning was forced upon us in a hurry. We pushed out a hotspot project for our students but took on a huge expense and even still we have students that don't have access. Please help!
I am technology coordinator for a small, rural school. Because of COVID-19, we have lost contact with some of our students because they do not have the technology with which to do their distance learning. Please help us as we try to provide a free, public education!
In our community the majority of our students don't have internet access in their homes. The only option is the phone company and they require you to also have a landline so it gets quite expensive. (This is a low income area). Cell service is spotty in our town and unreliable.
Happy Birthday, Lisa Kramer!
Heh, heh,heh, this outta do it![WHAM] Oh no! OH!
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In rural Kansas, this is essential. With the Governors Executive Order closing all schools, our district was struggling getting all students quality internet connectivity. Our rural communities and rural farmers are the students that deserve and need to have equitable connectivity.