e-rate and mercedes isd technology

E-Rate and Mercedes ISD Technology : 

E-Rate and Mercedes ISD Technology Presenter: Jose Vasquez

We will learn and discuss : 

We will learn and discuss E-Rate Plan Application Process (11 Steps) Assessment Tools: STaR Chart Mercedes ISD Technology Plan Goals Mercedes ISD Technology Budget

What is E-Rate : 

What is E-Rate Schools and Library Program or simply “E-rate” Administered by Universal Service Administration Company (USAC) provides discounts to schools and libraries on telecommunications and internet access 4 categories of service: telecommunications services, internet access, internal connections and basic maintenance of internal connections Discounts from 20%-90% off costs for eligible services Note: Applicants must provide the resources: end-user equipment (computers, telephones), software, professional development N

Step 1: Determine Eligibility : 

Step 1: Determine Eligibility Schools must provide elementary or secondary education may be public or private institution must operate as non-profit business cannot have endowment exceeding $50 million Libraries must be eligible for assistance from state library administrative agency must have budgets separate from any schools cannot operate as for-profit business must operate as non-profit business cannot have endowment exceeding $50 million

Step 2: Develop a Technology Plan : 

Technology plan sets out how information technology and telecommunications infrastructure will be used to achieve educational goals specific curriculum reforms or library service improvements Step 2: Develop a Technology Plan Technology Plan must cover five elements: 1. goals and realistic strategy for using telecommunications & IT 2. professional development strategy 3. an assessment of telecommunication services, hardware, and other services needed 4. budget resources 5. ongoing evaluation process

Step 3: Open a Competitive Bidding Process : 

Step 3: Open a Competitive Bidding Process Step 4: Select Most Cost-Effective Provider Step 5: Calculate the Discount Level File a new (Form 470) each funding year Use the Services Ordered and Certification Form (Form 471) to calculate the discount an begin by listing the recipients of services for support N Select most cost effective provider, price is the primary factor

Step 6: Determine the Eligible Services : 

Step 6: Determine the Eligible Services eligible services established by the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) include: Telecommunications Services Internet Access Internal Connections Basic Maintenance of Internal Connections Step 7: Submit Application for Support Form 471 must be filed by mail or online prior to close of application filing window for funding year

Step 8: Undergo Application Review : 

Step 9: Receive Your Funding Decision USAC issues one or more Funding Commitment letters (FCDLs) to both the applicant and the service provider(s) Step 8: Undergo Application Review All applications go through review by USAC to verify accuracy of discount percentages &ensure that support is committed only for eligible products and services

Slide 9: 

Step 10: Begin Receipt of Services Step 11: Invoice USAC Submit invoices for Universal Service Fund (USF) support 2 types of invoices exist: -Service Provider Invoice (SPI) (Form 474) -Billed Entity Applicant Reimbursement (BEAR) From (Form 472) Applicants must verify start date of services Submit a Receipt of Service Confirmation Form (Form 486) * Note: Technology plans must be approved before services start or before the applicant certifies the Form 486

Assessing Technology Needs at MISD : 

Texas STaR (School Technology and Readiness) Chart was developed around four key domains of the Texas Long-Range Plan for Technology Teaching and Learning Educator Preparation & Development Leadership, Administration, and Instructional Support Infrastructure for Technology Assessing Technology Needs at MISD

STaR Chart Campus Results for Mercedes JH : 

STaR Chart Campus Results for Mercedes JH School Year 2008-2009 Source: Texas STaR Chart

Mercedes ISD Technology Plan Goals : 

Mercedes ISD Technology Plan Goals provide technology based solutions which support the instructional needs of teachers and learning needs of students provide technology based professional development for staff to further the effective use of technology provide technology based solutions which support the effective and efficient administrative staff Establish and maintain a robust technology infrastructure that promotes communication and learning for students, staff and the community Click Here to view MISD Technology Plan

Mercedes ISD Technology Budget : 

Mercedes ISD Technology Budget The following is the Technology Budget for 2010-2011 to help achieve the Technology Plan Goals Click here to view MISD Technology Plan

Conclusion : 

Conclusion Receiving assistance from E-rate helps reduce telecommunications/internet costs and helps the district save a significant amount of money to help allocate funds to other ares of technology importance STaR chart results are affected by every single teacher and administrator Embrace technology in your classroom as it will make a huge difference in the future of our students