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May Appeal Decisions Released by FCC

On June 2, 2025, the FCC issued its monthly Public Notice deciding a number of requests for review, requests for waiver, and petitions for reconsideration related to actions taken by...

by John Harrington

Seeking the Deeper Truths: Why Leaders Must Look Beyond the Surface

In leadership, it’s easy to get caught up in the obvious metrics—revenue, growth charts, student test scores, dollars allocated. These numbers matter. They provide the scaffolding for our strategies and...

by John Harrington

3 Hidden Insights from Last Year’s E-rate Survey—and Why Your Voice Matters

Every year, the E-rate program plays a critical role in connecting students and library patrons to the internet. Yet behind the data points and funding totals, there are stories—real-world challenges...

by Patrick Burke

The Role of Feedback in Building the Future of the E-rate Program

The E-rate program is essential for providing schools and libraries with affordable internet access. One important way this program keeps progressing is through the Annual Applicant Survey conducted by Funds...

USAC Announces E-Rate Training Events

On May 22, 2025, USAC announced upcoming in-person events and virtual training sessions, including conferences and webinars, to provide guidance on the E-Rate program. The in-person and virtual sessions include:...

USAC to Fully Fund Eligible Category One and Two E-rate Requests

On May 20, 2025, the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) announced that the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) will fully fund all eligible Category One and Category Two E-rate requests for...

by John Harrington

The Strength of Stillness: Why Calm Is a Competitive Advantage

In today’s world of hyper-speed communication, instant answers, and perpetual urgency, it’s easy to believe that reacting quickly is always best. But over the years, I’ve come to appreciate a...

by John Harrington

The Consultant Factor: Measuring the Impact on E-rate Funding Success

Internet access is essential in education—it’s no longer a nice-to-have. The FCC’s E-rate program provides critical funding to help schools and libraries stay connected, but the application process is complex....