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2011 Trainings and Sign-Up for Intermediate and Advanced Applicants
This training was developed and will be presented by the California E-rate Focus Group to assist California school districts, libraries, and county offices of education in the E-rate & CTF application processes. The agenda will include the following topics and allow plenty of opportunity to ask questions:
- Technology Plans – The elements needed in a tech plan relative to E-rate and the importance of having your tech plan WRITTEN prior to Form 470 filing for Priority Two Services.
- Discount Calculations – Strategies for maximizing discounts including alternative methods.
- Successful Strategies - How to strategically apply for E-rate discounts and comply with state and federal funding requirements.
- Eligible Services – What services are eligible for E-rate discounts? Discussion of the four categories of service.
- Forms 470/Form 471 - A brief outline of what you need to do to complete these forms.
- Competitive Bidding - Successful and compliant strategies for the competitive bidding and award process. Following state and local procurement guidelines. Use of state master contracts such as CalNet 2 and CMAS.
- Program Changes, Compliance & “HOT TOPICS”- Information will be provided regarding updates on any new and existing rules that applicants have found difficult including any changes resulting from the recent Sixth Report and Order. In addition, we will provide updates on CIPA compliance and Protecting Children in the 21st Century Act, and other emphasis that USAC has shown in their fall trainings. A brief overview of preparing for audits and USAC reviews will be covered.
- The Process after the Process: Form 486 to Invoicing - Now that you are funded what do you do? How to ensure you receive your discounts.
Who Should Attend?
- E-rate applicants from school districts (including private/charter schools) and libraries who are familiar with the E-rate process (or who have attended the Beginner Session)
- E-Rate Service Providers
- E-Rate Consultants
- E-Rate Trainers
Class Prerequisite: Attendance at the Beginner E-rate class and/or at least 1 year of E-rate experience.
Presenters:
Russ Selken (Butte COE & K12HSN) and John Vardanega (CDE) will lead the training, and expert panel members will focus on their areas of expertise.
Training Materials:
Materials for these training sessions will be available online a week or two prior to the training.
A recording of the training will be available between 2 to 3 weeks after the first Intermediate/Advanced training.
Registration Process:
Please see the Training Dates and Locations below. Click on the location of the training you would like to attend and complete the registration process as directed.
Training Dates and Locations:
If you have questions related to registration, content, preparation, or what to bring with you to the training, please contact Cynde Landers at Butte County Office of Education, (530) 532-5678 or clanders@bcoe.org. Please do not contact the training site.
Note: These sessions are also available via live webcast for those of you who can't physically attend the videoconference or the face-to-face trainings.
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