EducationSuperHighway

“When millions are without broadband, we limit our potential as a nation.” - Senator Jerry Moran, Kansas We applaud the affordable broadband champions in Congress and support finding a permanent benefit solution. #nohomeleftoffline

Wi-Fi installations are a cost-effective way to connect unserved and underserved apartment buildings. They can bring reliable, high-speed internet to 4.1 million households. Learn more about how Apartment Wi-Fi works and how to implement this strategy at bit.ly/3TxzaSb.

The National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) received over 700 applications seeking more than $6.5 billion in funding for digital equity projects. This request far exceeds the $1 billion available in the first round of the Digital Equity Competitive Grant Program. Funds will be awarded starting in winter 2024. bit.ly/4f1dxBg

In a press release earlier this year, Senator Cantwell (WA) stated, “There is no way that ACP, affordable connectivity for people who can't afford it, should be a partisan issue. This is about tackling the cost of expensive broadband [to] help Americans continue to have access to something as essential as affordable broadband.” We applaud the affordable broadband champions in Congress and support finding a permanent benefit solution. #nohomeleftoffline

Affordability, not availability, is one of the leading obstacles to unconnected households getting home broadband services. bit.ly/4eBdhJz

National Digital Inclusion Alliance (NDIA) is inviting digital equity coalition members to complete a survey by Nov. 15. Findings will be shared out and used to inform NDIA's guidance and future work. Learn more bit.ly/4eE5j25.

EducationSuperHighway continues to advocate for the creation of a permanent broadband affordability benefit, a critical strategy to close two-thirds of America’s digital divide. We urge Congress to take immediate steps to support the households that truly need a benefit like the #ACP to get and stay connected. Read more at bit.ly/4eBl61u. #nohomeleftoffline #DIW2024

In addition to BEAD, we partner with states to structure and administer Nondeployment and Capital Project Funds (CPF) grant programs. Our services include providing model language for proposals, detailed data on which MDUs require unit-level connectivity, and assistance with building owner outreach and education. We also facilitate productive dialogues with ISPs and MSPs while advising states on procurement strategies and the design of MDU-specific programs. Together, we’re working to ensure all residents have reliable broadband access. bit.ly/apt-wifi-home #ApartmentWiFi #DIW2024

EducationSuperHighway consults with states to enhance their BEAD processes, focusing on Challenge Process strategies and Subgranting Recommendations. Our goal is to help close the digital divide in thousands of unserved and underserved locations nationwide. As Evan Feinman said, "The BEAD program is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to bring broadband access to every American." Explore our recommendations for MDU connectivity bit.ly/4cBnAM4 #DIW2024

Partners are critical to our success. Our progress in closing the classroom connectivity and broadband affordability gaps is only possible alongside the organizations and individuals nationwide working tirelessly for digital equity. #DIW2024 bit.ly/3ZTlBj9