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Digital Equity/Closing the Connectivity Gap

How Schools are Closing the Homework Gap With Wireless

Wednesday, April 10, 2024
1:15 PM – 2:00 PM US EDT
Location: Flagler
Digital Equity
Dozens of schools and libraries are now using unlicensed and shared spectrum to extend wireless internet access from the school building to the home. The SHLB Coalition believe this "to and through" strategy can be a cost-effective way to connect low-income consumers to wireless broadband. The FCC is considering making E-rate funding available for hot spot lending programs, with a decision likely this spring. SHLB filed comments (see here) asking the FCC to expand eligibility beyond hot spots to any type of wireless technology that fits the needs of the school or library. This panel will include discussions with school district leaders who have deployed these innovative technologies with promising results.