eSchool News

MAY 3, 2022

today announced that it is working with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD), the country’s second largest school district, to help thousands of families who lack robust internet connectivity at home enroll in the Spectrum Enterprise Stay Connected K-12 solution, which is provided at no cost for students.

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Education Superhighway

MARCH 13, 2019

Prove why the solution selected was the most cost-effective by mentioning the Total Cost of Ownership modeling and the length of time over which the bids were compared. If the cost of a fiber build is more than the average, explain why: lack of competition, lack of existing fiber infrastructure, mountains, water crossings, tribal lands, etc.

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Education Superhighway

JANUARY 29, 2020

As the wide-area network administrator of Education Service Center (ESC) 14 in Texas, Mike Wetsel worked to upgrade 41 school districts in the region to fiber. When the Governor and Commissioner announced that they wanted fiber to go to all school districts in Texas, I connected with EducationSuperHighway.

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Education Superhighway

JULY 13, 2017

For Massac Unit School District #1, good timing, persistence, and a collaborative approach have allowed three elementary schools to finally upgrade to scalable fiber-optic connections. In search of a feasible solution, Massac USD reached out to EducationSuperHighway for support. Timing may not be everything, but it counts for a lot.

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Education Superhighway

JANUARY 8, 2018

Beatty, a small, rural town about 45 minutes from Las Vegas, will be Nevada’s very first all-fiber community. And it would not have been possible without the commitment of Valley Electric Association, a Cooperative that is bringing fiber to the entire town. Two Critical Tips for a Successful Fiber Build to a Rural District.

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Education Superhighway

JUNE 14, 2018

Below is some background about the impact of Alaska communities’ unique geography on public school Internet access, as well as some solutions that rural communities and other states have leveraged to connect K-12 students. However, we have always worked with each district to identify which infrastructure solution is best for them.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

which operates the Spectrum brand, today announced that Cleveland Metropolitan School District (CMSD) is deploying the Spectrum Enterprise Stay Connected K-12 solution as a multi-year solution. More than 5,300 families are anticipated to participate initially.

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Education Superhighway

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

They have constructed new fiber to 21 school districts, the third-most from any provider nationwide. That amounts to 284 miles of fiber built across 13 states. WANRack will continue to partner with schools to find sustainable solutions that support students and teachers.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

With 99% of schools on fiber, 46.3 Career Sparks offers a digital solution with a human connection, giving students, families and teachers a better option.“. Teachers are given grade level resources, including a full lesson plan, packed with creative interactive activities that meet learning standards.

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Education Superhighway

JUNE 24, 2016

While all schools in Lubbock ISD are fortunate to be on scalable fiber connections, the expiration of the Texas Legislature’s House Bill 2128 meant the district was concerned that it would mean the end to affordable broadband services for their schools. Fiber proves to be the best option. Learn more about our Fiber Consulting Program.

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Education Superhighway

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

Our team sat down with him and his leadership to hear why they decided to invest in fiber. The school district couldn’t cover the cost of non-recurring construction to build fiber to their most rural school with just E-rate. Jim worked with his E-rate consultant at VST Services to release a Form 470 and RFP for lit fiber.

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Education Superhighway

JULY 13, 2017

For Massac Unit School District #1, good timing, persistence, and a collaborative approach have allowed three elementary schools to finally upgrade to scalable fiber-optic connections. In search of a feasible solution, Massac USD reached out to EducationSuperHighway for support through the Illinois Classroom Connectivity Initiative.

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Education Superhighway

JULY 17, 2019

Fiber WAN / Internet installation. Choosing dark fiber. While most districts buy a fiber optic circuit operated by a service provider, an increasing number of districts have elected to operate their own fiber network that they construct for themselves or lease from a provider that specializes in dark fiber networks.

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Educational Technology and Mobile Learning

AUGUST 9, 2023

With plug-and-play functionality, exclusive apps, and wide compatibility, it stands out as a cost-effective solution for various educational needs. Glass fiber reinforced arm for added durability. Whether you’re conducting an online lecture or showcasing a 3D object in detail, the OKIOCAM promises convenience and adaptability.

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Neo LMS

JULY 12, 2018

Some studies have shown that enabling such households with mobile, rather than broadband, internet creates a more flexible solution, as these types of households tend to relocate more frequently. Between September 2016 and May 2017 the program donated 1,600 computers and 870 4G mobile hotspots to low-income families in Denver, Colorado.

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Education Superhighway

JANUARY 5, 2018

Only ask for what you want and need: If you want to obtain your Internet Access and WAN circuits over a fiber optic network, then only use the Service Categories that include the word ‘Fiber:’ Leased Lit Fiber, Dark Fiber, or Self-Provisioned Fiber.

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Education Superhighway

FEBRUARY 20, 2018

And remember, you must select the most cost-effective solution; while this doesn’t always mean the least expensive, you need to make sure you have a solid, written explanation of why you selected your winner and be ready to defend it during the review process. The number of strands of fiber being installed. STATE MATCHING FUNDS.

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eSchool News

JULY 22, 2016

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) began allowing E-rate applicants to apply for discounts for dark fiber and self-provisioned fiber. These “smart fiber” options are seen as a way to give institutions more tools for meeting connectivity demands. The school then “lights” the fiber.

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Education Superhighway

JUNE 28, 2023

Engage with our partners to explore best practices and other policy solutions, programs, and pilots that could provide support if the ACP is not funded beyond 2024. Lead and expand the ACP4ME Campaign , which provides support statewide with materials and training for partners to conduct outreach and enrollment activities.

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Education Superhighway

AUGUST 28, 2015

Recognizing that T1 lines would not be able to support the school’s need for 100 Mbps of bandwidth, the Academy sought to upgrade to fiber. This included discussions with field experts as well as area Internet service providers and fiber construction companies. Implement the Solution. I felt like I was part of the solution.”

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Education Superhighway

MARCH 7, 2017

Jal Public Schools wasn’t the only one experiencing these issues, so the state of New Mexico partnered with EducationSuperHighway to help close the fiber gap across the state. After diving deeper into the district’s unique situation, we immediately sought a solution that would get Jal’s schools connected to high-speed fiber.

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Education Superhighway

FEBRUARY 5, 2018

Lit Fiber with Special Construction. Leased Dark Fiber with Special Construction. Consortium self-provisioned fiber solution. Click the links below to view detailed examples of how E-rate State Matching Funds are calculated and utilized by districts applying for funding.

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eSpark

AUGUST 8, 2023

But what does it mean for our classrooms, and what does a solution even look like? It’s not really a debate at this point, just a fact those who build and use AI-powered technology have to live with and account for. This is known as “reinforcement learning with human feedback,” or RLHF.

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eSchool News

OCTOBER 29, 2020

A majority of the equipment is housed in an on-campus control room outfitted with Gigabit Ethernet and Fiber. Although each setup varies, all studio blueprints feature a range of cameras, lighting, teleprompters, and custom set designs. There students can monitor every part of the production from graphics to credits and switching.

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Education Superhighway

JULY 1, 2020

In 1996, 14 rural telecommunications companies in North Dakota joined forces to create the Dakota Carrier Network (DCN), essentially a state fiber-optic network owned by a co-op. Larger service providers did not object, because the cost of building fiber out to so many rural areas was prohibitive.

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eSchool News

MARCH 29, 2016

Cypress-Fairbanks Independent School District (CFISD), the third largest school district in Texas, is deploying a private optical network leveraging high-capacity networking solutions fromPhonoscope LIGHTWAVE, a private fiber optic network service provider, and Ciena. ”

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Education Superhighway

SEPTEMBER 26, 2019

High-speed broadband that can support digital learning requires a combination of scalable fiber-optic connections, sufficient and affordable bandwidth, and robust internal networks that can deliver information onto student devices in the classroom.

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Education Superhighway

MAY 9, 2018

In addition, approximately 123 schools still need access to scalable technology infrastructure , such as fiber. Assisting with evaluation of bids to help select the best solution. .” Currently, an estimated 59,107 Alaska students lack the bandwidth needed to support the integration of technology into classroom instruction.

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eSchool News

APRIL 28, 2016

K-12 school system saves thousands per year as it doubles internet bandwidth and achieves a 10x increase in private fiber connection speeds. Over time, tech-based programs rolled out by schools in the Ramsey district have required ongoing incremental bandwidth increases, made easy by the flexibility of the fiber network supporting them.

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Education Superhighway

NOVEMBER 13, 2017

Dr. Williams knew that faster Internet was attainable – a fiber circuit existed just ¼ mile away – but the question was how Maine Consolidated could cover the cost of the construction to build it to their campus. A New Strategy. The district also secured ongoing support to make their monthly Internet payments more affordable.

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Education Superhighway

DECEMBER 27, 2017

The aim of the month was to draw attention to those challenges and propose affordable, sustainable solutions. Many of these schools were connected by fiber; in a predominantly rural state, this shows that high-speed Internet access can be achieved affordably, even in remote areas.

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Education Superhighway

FEBRUARY 6, 2019

If your most recently filed Form 470 includes a range of bandwidth speeds, or describes a need for sufficient fiber Internet access, you can most likely upgrade mid-contract without violating any rules. For example, if your Form 470 describes a need for 100 Mbps of fiber Internet Access, you must rebid if you want to upgrade to 200 Mbps.

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Education Superhighway

JANUARY 16, 2019

You are bidding any of the following Category 1 services: Leased Dark Fiber with or without special construction. Any network upgrade can be challenging, so whether you are making the switch to fiber, looking to scale existing network infrastructure or upgrade your internal connections, we can help. Self-provisioned networks.

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eSchool News

SEPTEMBER 1, 2015

Indeed, many individuals living in urban areas are typically well served by fiber-optic, cable or DSL providers, unaware that high-quality satellite internet is available virtually everywhere, nationwide, and at affordable prices— no matter where you live, work, or go to school. The reason comes down to economics.

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Fractus Learning

DECEMBER 16, 2021

It is the perfect storage solution for your child’s numerous stuffed animals or storage for blankets, clothes, or towels. The Wekapo Animal Storage Bean Bag Chair Cover is a storage solution for kids who love stuffed animals and soft toys. Why not opt for a bean bag cover from the beginning instead of a bulky bean bag chair?

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Education Superhighway

JULY 20, 2017

A greater range of bids from providers could help the NE BOCES access a cost-effective solution, but the consortium is in a region with a small population and few large businesses, making it difficult to attract providers. This was when several school districts decided to make their own procurement arrangements.

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Edsurge

OCTOBER 12, 2016

We offer several policy solutions and recommendations for rural school and district leaders, based on our interviews with early adopters in rural Maine, Alabama, and Wyoming. However, many of these schools do not have fiber-optic cable —the only technology that can keep up with growing technology needs. Perhaps, but there’s a problem.

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