Broadband and E-Rate Services

The Board of Education offers E-Rate education and assistance for Idaho schools seeking funding for Internet services and equipment. In addition, the Broadband Reimbursement Program provides procurement recommendations and for E-Rate eligible Internet services.

A cross-section of a fiber optic cable.
Broadband and E-Rate Services

Fiber optics enable broadband at the speed of light, which empower educators and students to expand their horizons.

Form 471 Window Opens Soon

The annual Form 471 window opens January 15 and closes March 25. For the best E-Rate experience, file the Form 471 as early as possible!

Recurring training webinars are available during the window each Tuesday at 12pm PT / 1pm MT. Register for as many sessions as you’d like. Register Here.

For assistance filing your Form 471, please schedule an appointment.

Please note: webinar slides will be available at a later date. Previous webinar slides: Download slides

Newsletters

For official State communications, please contact your ISEE Data Technology Personnel to ensure you are listed as the E-Rate/Broadband Coordinator (ERBC) in the Idaho District Contact Information portal. NOTE: ERBC Contact should not be a third-party E-Rate consultant; school staff only.

E-Rate

E-Rate

E-Rate is an annual funding program overseen by USAC and the FCC to make Internet services and hardware available to schools nationwide. Please contact us to schedule virtual training or assistance any time.

Broadband Reimbursement Program

Broadband Reimbursement Program

Internet and WAN services eligible for E-Rate may also be eligible for reimbursement through the Broadband Reimbursement Program.

Broadband Infrastructure Improvement Grant (B.I.I.G.)

Broadband Infrastructure Improvement Grant (B.I.I.G.)

Idaho invests in dedicated fiber infrastructure for its schools and libraries through “B.I.I.G.,” the Broadband Infrastructure Investment Grant (Idaho 33-910). The grant unlocks additional E-Rate dollars to fund special construction projects for new fiber.