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Act Now to Protect K-12 Cybersecurity and EdTech Leadership

Every day, our schools dedicate themselves to fostering safe, supportive environments where students can excel academically and grow personally. A rising, often invisible threat now undermines this mission: cyberattacks targeting...

by John Harrington

The Library Wi-Fi Gap: Two-Thirds Aren’t Using Their E-rate Discounts

A Missed Opportunity Imagine discovering that two-thirds of eligible families never use their available food assistance benefits. That is the reality facing libraries when it comes to E-rate Category 2...

by John Harrington

When Inspiration Doesn’t Show Up—But You Still Do

Today wasn’t one of those high-energy, let’s-go-conquer-the-world kind of days. I didn’t wake up with a flash of brilliance. There was no “aha” moment. No sudden clarity. Just a lot...

Olivia Trusty Confirmed as FCC Commissioner

On June 17, 2020, the United States Senate voted to confirm Olivia Trusty, of Maryland, to be a Member of the Federal Communications Commission from July 1, 2025. The Senate...

Funds For Learning Releases FY2026-2030 Category 2 Budget Calculator

Funds For Learning has introduced a new Category 2 Budget Calculator on June 16, 2025, to assist with estimating FY2026-2030 funding cycle amounts. Designed for E-rate stakeholders including school districts,...

FCC Announces Proposed Third Quarter 2025 Universal Service Contribution Factor

On June 11, 2025 – The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) released a public notice detailing the proposed universal service contribution factor for the third quarter of 2025. The Office of...

by John Harrington

Leadership at Gate B28: Showing Up When You Can’t Go Anywhere

Right now I’m sitting in an airport lounge, staring at a flickering departures board and hoping that this rescheduled flight actually takes off. My earlier flight was canceled. This one...

by Verlyne Jolley

FY2025 Form 471 Filing Trends: Why Filing Early Matters

As of June 4, 2025, analysis of the FY2025 Form 471 applications reveals a compelling correlation between early submissions and higher funding success rates. By segmenting applications into four distinct...