From Sabrina.Carson at wesd.org Thu Nov 3 12:14:58 2011 From: Sabrina.Carson at wesd.org (Carson, Sabrina) Date: Thu, 3 Nov 2011 12:14:58 -0700 Subject: [Erate] FW: Test of the National Emergency Alert System In-Reply-To: <47B9155168D43A4A8566009F5941369808A88F10@Ex10-DAG-MS3.wesd.org> References: <47B9155168D43A4A8566009F5941369808A88F10@Ex10-DAG-MS3.wesd.org> Message-ID: <06D9FD985A42704BB0E8F483ACA3FE2E3FA03D35C1@miranda.wesd.org> FYI Sabrina Carson e-Rate Coordinator Willamette Education Service District 2611 Pringle Rd SE Salem, OR 97302 P: 503.540.4495 F: 503.540.2962 A nationwide live test of the emergency alert system is planned for next week on November 9th at 11 AM Pacific Standard Time. The test will go out on radios and TVs, briefly interrupting normal programming. As detailed on the FEMA website, radio broadcasts will indicate that it is a test, while television broadcasts may *NOT*. This could cause some confusion. FEMA has asked that we spread the word in an effort to prevent unnecessary calls to 911 and to help circumvent any potential for widespread panic or fear resulting from this test. The is the first nationwide test of the EAS and it allows the Federal Communications Commission and Federal Emergency Management Agency to test reliability of different parts of the emergency notification system chain. Again, officials stress that although it may appear there is a real emergency, it is only a test. For more information, go to www.fema.gov/emergency/ipaws/eas_info.shtm Willamette ESD Technology Dept. From Sabrina.Carson at wesd.org Mon Nov 7 16:06:38 2011 From: Sabrina.Carson at wesd.org (Carson, Sabrina) Date: Mon, 7 Nov 2011 16:06:38 -0800 Subject: [Erate] E-Rate Central News for the Week of November 7, 2011 Message-ID: <06D9FD985A42704BB0E8F483ACA3FE2E3FA0439147@miranda.wesd.org> See the attached newsletter for articles on: * Funding Status. Wave 21 for FY 2011 and Wave 74 for FY 2010 are scheduled for release this week. Priority 2 funding is being provided at 90% for FY 2011. The application window for FY 2012 is expected to open in the first week of January and close in mid-March. * The Road to Success - Technology Plans. The SLD's fall training workshops include a presentation on topics designed to keep applicants and service providers out of trouble. This week's review focuses on technology plans. * E-Rate Updates and Reminders. The President has appointed two new FCC Commissioners. SLD fall training is almost over, but other training is available. * Schools and Libraries News Brief dated November 4. Last week's News Brief discusses the remedies available to applicants who missed two key October deadlines. Sabrina Carson e-Rate Coordinator Willamette Education Service District 2611 Pringle Rd SE Salem, OR 97302 P: 503.540.4495 F: 503.540.2962 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... 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The FCC has enlisted the cooperation of numerous companies, including the larger cable companies, to provide significantly lower-priced access to broadband Internet and computers for low-income families. This may yield benefits for e-learning and E-rate discounts. * E-Rate Updates and Reminders. The FCC approved a few appeals involving gifts made prior to the adoption of their new gift rules. Invoice deadline extension requests can be made in bulk online. SLD fall training is over, but other training is available. * Schools and Libraries News Brief dated November 11. Last week's News Brief reviews the requirements for technology plans for Priority 2 services. Sabrina Carson e-Rate Coordinator Willamette Education Service District 2611 Pringle Rd SE Salem, OR 97302 P: 503.540.4495 F: 503.540.2962 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... 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USAC has released its first batch of Form 486 Urgent reminder Letters for FY 2011 funding. SLD fall training is over, but other training is available. * Schools and Libraries News Brief dated November 18. The most recent News Brief discusses the relationship between technology plans and Form 470s. Sabrina Carson e-Rate Coordinator Willamette Education Service District 2611 Pringle Rd SE Salem, OR 97302 P: 503.540.4495 F: 503.540.2962 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Week_11_21 - SECA.doc Type: application/msword Size: 88576 bytes Desc: Week_11_21 - SECA.doc URL: From Sabrina.Carson at wesd.org Tue Nov 22 10:50:36 2011 From: Sabrina.Carson at wesd.org (Carson, Sabrina) Date: Tue, 22 Nov 2011 10:50:36 -0800 Subject: [Erate] 471 Filing Window Announced. Message-ID: <06D9FD985A42704BB0E8F483ACA3FE2E3FA065B0A6@miranda.wesd.org> FY2012 Form 471 Application Filing Window Dates Announced The Form 471 application filing window for Funding Year 2012 will open at noon on Monday, January 9, 2012 and will close at 11:59 pm EDT on Tuesday, March 20, 2012. The filing window will be open for 72 days. Be sure to review the FY2012 Eligible Services List for details on products and services that are eligible for E-rate discounts in FY2012, and continue to check the USAC website for additional details. We will issue the customary Letter to the Field around the time that the FCC Form 471 application filing window opens to provide filing information and deadline reminders related to the window. Meanwhile, keep the following in mind: * You can file an FCC Form 470 now if you are ready to do so; you don't need to wait for the window to open. To file an FCC Form 470 online, go to the Apply Online page and click on the "Create Form 470" button. * You must wait 28 days after the FCC Form 470 is POSTED to the USAC website before you can close your competitive bidding process, select a service provider, sign a contract (if applicable), and submit an FCC Form 471. If you issue an RFP after the FCC Form 470 is posted, you must wait 28 days from the release of the RFP to select a service provider. o Tuesday, February 21, 2012 is the last day to post an FCC Form 470 to the USAC website or issue an RFP and still complete all of these actions before the window closes. o If you file your FCC Form 470 on paper, we need to RECEIVE it by Tuesday, February 14, 2012 to give us time to complete data entry before February 21, 2012. * Item 21 attachments to the FCC Form 471 must be submitted by the close of the filing window. If you file your Item 21 attachment online, you must click on the "Submit" button at the bottom of the last page before the window closes. OTHERWISE YOUR ITEM 21 ATTACHMENT WILL NOT BE SENT TO US. You can find additional program guidance documents in the Reference Area. Sabrina Carson e-Rate Coordinator Willamette Education Service District 2611 Pringle Rd SE Salem, OR 97302 P: 503.540.4495 F: 503.540.2962 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: From Sabrina.Carson at wesd.org Mon Nov 28 11:37:31 2011 From: Sabrina.Carson at wesd.org (Carson, Sabrina) Date: Mon, 28 Nov 2011 11:37:31 -0800 Subject: [Erate] E-Rate Central News for the Week of November 28, 2011 Message-ID: <06D9FD985A42704BB0E8F483ACA3FE2E3FA06CE085@miranda.wesd.org> See the attached newsletter for articles on: * Funding Status. Wave 24 for FY 2011 and Wave 77 for FY 2010 are expected to be released this week. Priority 2 funding is being provided at 90% for FY 2011. The application window for FY 2012 is scheduled to open January 9 and close March 22, 2012. * SLD Training: The Road to Success - Competitive Bidding. This section of the SLD's fall training focused on the avoidance of conflicts of interest and on the proper use of a Form 470. * E-Rate Updates and Reminders. E-mpa files a white paper with the FCC regarding the growing demand for Priority 1 services. The FCC released a useful cybersecurity planner designed for small businesses, but useful for smaller schools and libraries. * Schools and Libraries Special News Brief dated November 22. The SLD announced the Form 471 application window for FY 2012. No regular News Brief was issued last week. Sabrina Carson e-Rate Coordinator Willamette Education Service District 2611 Pringle Rd SE Salem, OR 97302 P: 503.540.4495 F: 503.540.2962 -------------- next part -------------- An HTML attachment was scrubbed... URL: -------------- next part -------------- A non-text attachment was scrubbed... Name: Week_11_28 - SECA.doc Type: application/msword Size: 95744 bytes Desc: Week_11_28 - SECA.doc URL: From Sabrina.Carson at wesd.org Tue Nov 29 11:44:32 2011 From: Sabrina.Carson at wesd.org (Carson, Sabrina) Date: Tue, 29 Nov 2011 11:44:32 -0800 Subject: [Erate] CORRECTION!! - E-Rate Central News for the Week of November 28, 2011 Message-ID: <06D9FD985A42704BB0E8F483ACA3FE2E3FA06CE81F@miranda.wesd.org> The 471 Window closing date is MARCH 20th, as stated in the newsletter NOT the 22nd, as stated in the summary below. Sorry for the confusion! Sabrina Carson e-Rate Coordinator Willamette Education Service District 2611 Pringle Rd SE Salem, OR 97302 P: 503.540.4495 F: 503.540.2962 From: Carson, Sabrina Sent: Monday, November 28, 2011 11:38 AM To: (erate at listsmart.osl.state.or.us) Subject: E-Rate Central News for the Week of November 28, 2011 See the attached newsletter for articles on: * Funding Status. Wave 24 for FY 2011 and Wave 77 for FY 2010 are expected to be released this week. Priority 2 funding is being provided at 90% for FY 2011. The application window for FY 2012 is scheduled to open January 9 and close March 22, 2012. * SLD Training: The Road to Success - Competitive Bidding. This section of the SLD's fall training focused on the avoidance of conflicts of interest and on the proper use of a Form 470. * E-Rate Updates and Reminders. E-mpa files a white paper with the FCC regarding the growing demand for Priority 1 services. The FCC released a useful cybersecurity planner designed for small businesses, but useful for smaller schools and libraries. * Schools and Libraries Special News Brief dated November 22. The SLD announced the Form 471 application window for FY 2012. No regular News Brief was issued last week. 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