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Each fall, North Carolina Department of Public Instruction E-rate Specialists conduct E-rate training sessions around the state, providing training for beginners and veterans. This regional fall training typically takes place in October prior to the upcoming Funding Year. Please scroll down to find training presentation information and other resources.
http://connectivity-services.ncdpi.wikispaces.net/Training+and+Outreach
If you would like to schedule an onsite visit, please contact your Regional E-rate Specialist for assistance.
Jeannene Hurley
Regions 1, 2, 3, and 4
Jeannene.hurley@dpi.nc.gov
252.624.9878
Barry Pace
Regions 5, 6, 7 and 8
barry.pace@dpi.nc.gov
828.460.1937
| TITLE | DESCRIPTION | DOWNLOAD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Fall 2011 Training Presentations | Understanding the Basics, Technology Planning, Form 470 and NC Contract Law, Competitive Bidding, Form 471, Application Review and Funding Commitments, Form 486, Invoicing and Form 472/474, Deadlines | (pdf, 1.8mb) |
| E-Rate for NCASBO | Presented to North Carolina School Business Officials January 16, 2011. Overview of the E-rate Program for School Business Officials | (pdf, 268kb) |
| Complying with CIPA | CIPA/NCIPA/BDIA update presented at NCTIES 2010 director's meeting (3-3-10) | (pdf, 112kb) |
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| DATE | TITLE | LENGTH |
|---|---|---|
| Training by Rebecca Miller and Barry Pace April 13 and 14, 2009. | ||
| 04/14/09 | After You've Filed Your 471, What Next? | 32:52 |
| 04/14/09 | Selective Review and Audit Training | 51:14 |
| Training by Greg Weisiger December 1, 2008. | ||
| 12/01/08 | Introduction | 1:35 |
| 12/01/08 | Setting the Stage, Overview, and Timeline | 39:44 |
| 12/01/08 | What Does It Take to Be a Successful E-Rate Applicant? | 7:54 |
| 12/01/08 | Form 470: Getting Started | 31:00 |
| 12/01/08 | Selecting a Vendor | 18:34 |
| 12/01/08 | Document Retention Review: What Should Go into the E-Rate Box? or Preparing for an AUDIT. | 33:03 |
| 12/01/08 | Form 471: Who I Am and the Services/Products I am Ordering | 65:34 |
| 12/01/08 | Eligible Services | 43:44 |
| TITLE | DESCRIPTION | DOWNLOAD |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Understanding the E-Rate Program | Year 14 Edition; 2011-2012 Funding Cycle provided by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. | (pdf, 511kb) |
| CIPA FAQ | A Brief on Internet Safety and E-rate Compliance with the Children's Internet Protection Act (CIPA/NCIPA/BDIA) | (pdf, 931kb) |
| Understanding the E-Rate Program | Year 13 Edition; 2010-2011 Funding Cycle provided by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. | (doc, 471kb) |
| Understanding the E-Rate Program | Year 12 Edition; 2009-2010 Funding Cycle provided by the North Carolina Department of Public Instruction. | (doc, 544kb) |
The School and Libraries Division (the E-rate Administrators) annually conduct training for applicants. To download the training presentations, visit: http://www.universalservice.org/sl/about/training-presentations/. The SLD also provides video tutorials, tip sheets, brochures, and other training and outreach materials. To access this content, visit: http://www.universalservice.org/sl/about/outreach-training.aspx