Having secure, reliable access to the internet is no longer an option. It’s necessary. This is especially true for schools, as curriculum and resources are increasingly moving online. However, cyberattacks are also becoming more frequent. In fact, data shows that 141 US school districts have reported one or more cyber incidents since 2016.

To meet these needs while protecting both students and networks, K-12 schools and districts across the United States are currently in the process of applying for E-rate for Funding Year 2018. The E-rate program from the Universal Service Administration Company provides funding for K-12 schools to ensure affordable internet connectivity along with critical technical infrastructure. The goal of this program is to ensure that school districts are able to provide students with regular and uninterrupted access to these cyber resources.

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