https://www.edweek.org/fcc FCC en-US 2021 (c) Education Week Wed, 05 Nov 2025 22:37:11 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/after-fcc-cuts-this-nonprofit-keeps-schools-wi-fi-connections-alive/2025/11 Mission Telecom said it hopes other service providers follow its lead. Wed, 05 Nov 2025 22:37:11 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/after-fcc-cuts-this-nonprofit-keeps-schools-wi-fi-connections-alive/2025/11 https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/supreme-court-upholds-school-e-rate-program/2025/06 The justices weighed a constitutional challenge to the funding mechanism for the $4 billion E-rate program for school internet projects. Fri, 27 Jun 2025 15:28:52 GMT https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/supreme-court-upholds-school-e-rate-program/2025/06 https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/supreme-court-to-rule-on-major-k-12-education-cases-friday/2025/06 The U.S. Supreme Court will issue its last opinions of the term, including on religious parents opting their children out of the curriculum Thu, 26 Jun 2025 20:05:18 GMT https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/supreme-court-to-rule-on-major-k-12-education-cases-friday/2025/06 https://www.edweek.org/technology/4-things-to-know-about-school-cybersecurity-and-trump-funding-cuts/2025/04 Schools stand to lose significant cybersecurity support as the Trump administration and DOGE slash and rearrange the federal government. Wed, 09 Apr 2025 19:48:37 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/4-things-to-know-about-school-cybersecurity-and-trump-funding-cuts/2025/04 https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/supreme-court-appears-unlikely-to-strike-down-school-e-rate-program/2025/03 The Supreme Court seems unlikely to strike down the E-rate program, though some justices questioned its funding structure and oversight. Wed, 26 Mar 2025 21:50:42 GMT https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/supreme-court-appears-unlikely-to-strike-down-school-e-rate-program/2025/03 https://www.edweek.org/technology/fccs-net-neutrality-rules-struck-down-could-this-mean-slower-internet-for-schools/2025/01 Many schools fear that without the policy protection internet service providers could slow down the flow of content to schools. Fri, 03 Jan 2025 17:49:39 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/fccs-net-neutrality-rules-struck-down-could-this-mean-slower-internet-for-schools/2025/01 https://www.edweek.org/technology/districts-flood-fcc-with-requests-for-new-cybersecurity-funds/2024/12 The demand comes as the education sector's risk for cyberattacks continues to rise. Tue, 03 Dec 2024 21:34:26 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/districts-flood-fcc-with-requests-for-new-cybersecurity-funds/2024/12 https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/supreme-court-weighs-high-stakes-fraud-issue-for-e-rate-program/2024/11 The justices appear to lean toward a ruling that could help keep schools from being overcharged by telecommunications companies. Mon, 04 Nov 2024 23:36:43 GMT https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/supreme-court-weighs-high-stakes-fraud-issue-for-e-rate-program/2024/11 https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/biden-administration-asks-supreme-court-to-spare-huge-e-rate-funding-source/2024/10 A lower court ruling has jeopardized more than $2 billion in annual funding for internet connectivity for schools and libraries. Tue, 01 Oct 2024 16:08:16 GMT https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/biden-administration-asks-supreme-court-to-spare-huge-e-rate-funding-source/2024/10 https://www.edweek.org/technology/e-rate-is-in-legal-jeopardy-heres-what-schools-stand-to-lose/2024/08 The FCC released a fact sheet about how the E-rate helps schools in response to a court ruling that threatens the program's funding. Wed, 14 Aug 2024 17:16:46 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/e-rate-is-in-legal-jeopardy-heres-what-schools-stand-to-lose/2024/08 https://www.edweek.org/technology/billions-of-dollars-for-ed-tech-in-schools-are-now-in-jeopardy-heres-why/2024/07 A federal appeals court ruling has put the funding mechanism for the nearly 30-year-old E-rate program in legal jeopardy. Thu, 25 Jul 2024 22:15:45 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/billions-of-dollars-for-ed-tech-in-schools-are-now-in-jeopardy-heres-why/2024/07 https://www.edweek.org/technology/fcc-pilot-program-to-help-schools-fight-real-and-growing-cyberattacks/2024/06 School districts and libraries can soon seek new federal grants to protect against the cyberattacks. Thu, 06 Jun 2024 21:51:55 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/fcc-pilot-program-to-help-schools-fight-real-and-growing-cyberattacks/2024/06 https://www.edweek.org/technology/the-homework-gap-is-about-to-get-worse-what-should-schools-do/2024/02 The looming expiration of a federal program has districts worried that many students will not have adequate home internet access. Fri, 09 Feb 2024 20:11:01 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/the-homework-gap-is-about-to-get-worse-what-should-schools-do/2024/02 https://www.edweek.org/technology/fcc-schools-can-use-e-rate-funds-to-cover-wifi-on-buses/2023/10 The change will help students with long commutes to and from school study and complete homework, supporters say. Thu, 19 Oct 2023 21:00:28 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/fcc-schools-can-use-e-rate-funds-to-cover-wifi-on-buses/2023/10 https://www.edweek.org/technology/proposal-to-use-e-rate-for-wi-fi-on-school-buses-and-hotspots-runs-into-gop-opposition/2023/08 Sen. Ted Cruz and Rep. Cathy McMorris Rodgers asked the FCC to “rescind this unlawful plan to vastly expand the E-Rate program.” Wed, 23 Aug 2023 20:07:48 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/proposal-to-use-e-rate-for-wi-fi-on-school-buses-and-hotspots-runs-into-gop-opposition/2023/08 https://www.edweek.org/technology/newly-proposed-grants-could-help-districts-extinguish-a-cybersecurity-4-alarm-fire/2023/07 School districts could apply for grants to protect against the mounting threat of cyberattacks, FCC chairwoman says. Wed, 12 Jul 2023 21:22:04 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/newly-proposed-grants-could-help-districts-extinguish-a-cybersecurity-4-alarm-fire/2023/07 https://www.edweek.org/technology/cybersecurity-is-huge-educators-make-the-case-for-more-federal-funding/2023/02 Major education organizations have told the FCC that they want to use E-rate dollars for advanced internet security firewalls. Thu, 16 Feb 2023 21:13:19 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/cybersecurity-is-huge-educators-make-the-case-for-more-federal-funding/2023/02 https://www.edweek.org/technology/e-rate-money-for-cybersecurity-the-fcc-is-about-to-get-an-earful-from-schools/2022/12 There are some strong, opposing opinions about whether the federal program should pay for cybersecurity. Wed, 14 Dec 2022 23:09:30 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/e-rate-money-for-cybersecurity-the-fcc-is-about-to-get-an-earful-from-schools/2022/12 https://www.edweek.org/technology/home-internet-for-students-or-district-cybersecurity-where-should-the-money-go/2022/10 The homework gap persists at the same time that cyberattacks against schools are on the rise. Mon, 24 Oct 2022 20:37:53 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/home-internet-for-students-or-district-cybersecurity-where-should-the-money-go/2022/10 https://www.edweek.org/technology/wi-fi-on-school-buses-smart-move-or-stupidest-idea-ever/2022/05 An FCC proposal to use E-Rate funding to put Wi-Fi on school buses prompted strong reactions on social media. Wed, 18 May 2022 20:10:23 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/wi-fi-on-school-buses-smart-move-or-stupidest-idea-ever/2022/05 https://www.edweek.org/technology/internet-on-school-buses-fcc-eyes-e-rate-change-to-expand-access/2022/05 FCC Chair Jessica Rosenworcel announced a proposal that would allow the use of federal E-rate funding for Wi-Fi in school buses. Thu, 12 May 2022 20:09:24 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/internet-on-school-buses-fcc-eyes-e-rate-change-to-expand-access/2022/05 https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/schools-can-help-families-apply-for-federal-help-in-paying-for-home-internet-access/2021/05 Families who qualify for the free and reduced-price lunch program can get $50 off their monthly broadband bills. Wed, 12 May 2021 16:21:40 GMT https://www.edweek.org/policy-politics/schools-can-help-families-apply-for-federal-help-in-paying-for-home-internet-access/2021/05 https://www.edweek.org/technology/opinion-using-e-rate-to-address-the-homework-gap/2021/04 The FCC's E-rate program can provide relief to many families, says this letter author from the Internet Society. Mon, 12 Apr 2021 13:53:40 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/opinion-using-e-rate-to-address-the-homework-gap/2021/04 https://www.edweek.org/technology/acting-fcc-chair-the-homework-gap-is-an-especially-cruel-reality-during-the-pandemic/2021/03 Under the new leadership of Jessica Rosenworcel, the FCC is exploring broadening the E-Rate to cover home-connectivity needs. Wed, 10 Mar 2021 05:01:33 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/acting-fcc-chair-the-homework-gap-is-an-especially-cruel-reality-during-the-pandemic/2021/03 https://www.edweek.org/technology/fcc-takes-one-step-closer-to-offering-e-rate-funds-for-remote-learning-technology/2021/02 Advocates have urged the FCC to loosen its rules on E-Rate funds so schools can pay for technology that helps students learn remotely. Mon, 01 Feb 2021 21:42:56 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/fcc-takes-one-step-closer-to-offering-e-rate-funds-for-remote-learning-technology/2021/02 https://www.edweek.org/technology/dawn-of-an-education-friendly-fcc-chairman-ajit-pai-moving-on/2020/11 The FCC chairman plans to step down from his role at the end of President Donald Trump's term on Jan. 20. Mon, 30 Nov 2020 18:01:45 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/dawn-of-an-education-friendly-fcc-chairman-ajit-pai-moving-on/2020/11 https://www.edweek.org/technology/fcc-congress-weigh-overhaul-of-e-rate-to-fund-remote-learning/2020/03 The Federal Communications Commission is engaging Congress to expand funding for in-home connectivity and devices for teachers and students grappling with the coronavirus crisis. Fri, 20 Mar 2020 20:04:30 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/fcc-congress-weigh-overhaul-of-e-rate-to-fund-remote-learning/2020/03 https://www.edweek.org/leadership/can-tapping-into-unused-broadband-spectrum-boost-k-12-connectivity/2019/02 The FCC is exploring options for tapping into a largely unused portion of broadband spectrum, in a step that school advocates hope could boost students' access to high-speed internet connectivity. Tue, 26 Feb 2019 21:56:00 GMT https://www.edweek.org/leadership/can-tapping-into-unused-broadband-spectrum-boost-k-12-connectivity/2019/02 https://www.edweek.org/technology/hundreds-of-2018-e-rate-applications-still-in-limbo/2019/02 More than 700 E-rate applications from last year are still pending, despite efforts to streamline the program's cumbersome bureaucracy. Wed, 20 Feb 2019 13:20:57 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/hundreds-of-2018-e-rate-applications-still-in-limbo/2019/02 https://www.edweek.org/technology/tide-of-comments-to-fcc-favored-net-neutrality-analysis-finds/2018/10 A report by a Stanford researcher concludes that the overwhelming majority of public comments submitted to the FCC last year opposed a policy to dismantle Obama-era protections on "net neutrality." The report focused on comments that were not automatically generated "bots." Wed, 31 Oct 2018 00:07:49 GMT https://www.edweek.org/technology/tide-of-comments-to-fcc-favored-net-neutrality-analysis-finds/2018/10