E-RATE
The Schools and Libraries Program

Agenda
 Review key components of the E-Rate
Program
 Understand the E-Rate Application Process
 Review the Alvin ISD Technology Plan and
examine current goals.

What is E-Rate?
Also known as the Schools and Libraries
Program, seeks to provide affordable
telecommunications and internet access to
schools and libraries in the United States.

What services does it offer?
Provides discounts ranging from 20%-90% on:
 Telecommunications
 Internet Access
 Internal Connections
 Basic maintenance on internal connections
Schools and Libraries must provide their own
"end
user" equipment.

How do schools apply?
 Schools must complete an 11 step application
process. E-Rate Application Process
 Applicants must determine eligibility
 Applicants will develop a technology plan
 Applicants may apply annually for funding

Does our district have a technology
plan?
Yes. Alvin ISD vows to
“invest in evolving
technology and maintaining
existing infrastructure in
order to promote
student/technology
engagement in the teaching
and learning process.”

How does the district determine
technology needs?
Multiple data-based
assessments are
used to determine
needs, including one
we all take part in
each year— The
Texas Teacher STaR
Chart.

Manvel High School STaR
Chart
18
16
14
12
10
2010-2011
8
2009-2010
6 2008-2009
4
2
0
Teaching and Educator Leadership Infrastructure
Learning Preparation

Alvin ISD Technology Goals
Goals
1. Provide technology that supports efficient
administrative, district support, and teaching
activities to 100% of its teachers and
administrators.
2. Increase technology professional
development and training opportunities for
personnel.
3. Increase the percentage of students meeting
the
expectations for the 8th grade Technology
applications Competency Exam from

Let’s Recap
 E-Rate, also known as The Schools and
Libraries Program, provides discounted rates
on telecommunication services and
maintenance.
 To apply, schools must determine eligibility and
develop a Technology Plan
 Alvin ISD uses data from sources such as The
Texas STaR Chart to determine technology
needs.
 Our District Technology plan continues to
develop new strategies, especially with regard
to student standards and educator preparation.

References and Resources
E-Rate Overview and Application Process
Schools and Libraries Program
National Education Technology Plan
National Education Technology Program
Alvin ISD Technology Goals
Alvin ISD
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