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OPINION: Historically underserved school districts in Mississippi were hit hard in the pandemic and need immediate help  

The Hechinger Report

Our extensive work at MCJ culminated in a report that showcased an unsettling reality: Affordability and availability are formidable barriers to internet access, while reading and math proficiency rates are significantly below the state averages in grades 3-8. A significant challenge for Delta communities is the ever-growing digital divide.

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E-rate insight protects school technology infrastructure

eSchool News

Since then, the program has transformed to help schools and libraries connect to high-speed broadband. Today, nearly three-quarters of K-12 school districts provide internet bandwidth at a minimum rate of 1 megabit per second, according to the 2023 Report on School Connectivity.

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The journey to digital sustainability: A CIO’s perspective

eSchool News

In August 2023, I transitioned from teaching and learning to IT. If we do not have enough broadband to facilitate seamless learning experiences, our students will suffer. Access: As CIO of OCPS, I am often reminded of the delicate balance that must be maintained between access and security.

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Partner Spotlight: United Way of Greater Cincinnati

Education Superhighway

In September 2023, EducationSuperHighway convened twelve FCC ACP outreach grantees from across the country to participate in an ACP Learning Cohort. By 2025, we aim to increase digital access by 5 percent, with a particular focus on families with low incomes. Q: How does your organization prioritize digital inclusion?

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4 Ways Edtech Entrepreneurs Can Earn Trust and Unlock New Opportunities With Education Customers

Edsurge

In 2002, a critical transition occurred when 94 percent of public schools secured always-on broadband connections, granting educators and students increased access to rich media content. Applications are being actively accepted through November 17, 2023.

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Now is the time to plan for next year’s technology upgrades

eSchool News

In 2020, after the onset of the pandemic, the program was created to provide funding to schools and libraries to purchase eligible equipment and services for students and teachers who lack connected devices, including laptops, tablets, or even broadband access.

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Students’ Physical and Mental Health Declined During the Pandemic. Could a New Telehealth Initiative Help?

Edsurge

The program will initially be available in four districts, but telehealth services will expand to all districts throughout the state by July 2023. This program can potentially reduce absenteeism, help parents and guardians get quicker access to services for a child and even save lives.” The goal of the program?

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