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.

Webinar about Upcoming Changes: May 27

The FCC is preparing to implement a major change to E-Rate program. In this webinar, the Broadband Program team will address what is (and what is not) changing to the E-Rate competitive bidding process starting July 2027.

Register for the webinar by clicking here, scheduled for Wednesday, May 27th at 1pm MT

Read about the proposed changes here: FCC Press Release

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.


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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.