3. What is E-Rate? Telecommunications Act of 1996 Provides schools and libraries affordable access to advanced telecommunications services Provides discounts ranging from 20%-90% on telecom services, internet access, internal connections, and basic maintenance Texas schools and libraries have received over $19 billion
4. Eligibility Open to public schools, school districts, charter schools, private schools, and libraries Discount rates are determined by level of poverty, determined by lunch status
5. River Oaks Technology Plan Goals: Which ones have we met? SMART boards Elmo projectors Wireless access iPod Touch cart Laptop carts Rosetta Stone First in Math Renzulli Learning What are our next steps?
6. Conclusions Can E-Rate help with our technology goals? Check out the link below for more information: http://tpesc.esc12.net/