• Applicants
  • Step 1: Determine Eligibility
  • Step 2: Develop a Technology Plan
  • Step 3: Open a Competitive Bidding Process
  • Step 4: Select a Service Provider
  • Step 5: Calculate the Discount Level
  • Step 6: Determine Your Eligible Services
  • Step 7: Submit Your Application for Program Support
  • Step 8: Undergo Application Review
  • Step 9: Receive Your Funding Decision
  • Step 10: Begin Receipt of Services
  • Step 11: Invoice USAC
• Service Providers
  • Step 1: Obtain a Service Provider Identification Number
  • Step 2: Search Applicant Requests for Service
  • Step 3: Respond to Applicant Requests
  • Step 4: Applicants Select Service Provider
  • Step 5: Assist Applicants with Application Review
  • Step 6: Receive Funding Commitment Decision Letter
  • Step 7: Begin Providing Services
  • Step 8: File Annual Certification
  • Step 9: Invoice USAC

About the Schools and Libraries Program:

• Overview of the Program
• Overview of the Process
• Outreach and Training
• Training Presentations
• Service Provider Conference Calls
• Prior Year Wave Information
• Site Visits
• Schools & Libraries News Briefs
• Site Visits
• Filing Appeals
• Understanding Audits

Schools and Libraries Tools:

• Apply Online
• Commitments
• Submit a Question
• Latest News
• Calendar/Reminders
• Required Forms
• Reference Area
• Search Tools
• Changes and Corrections
• Suspensions and Debarments
• Program Compliance - Whistleblower Hotline
• Submitting A Complaint

2007 Training Information Locations

Who should attend?

• School & library applicants
• Service Providers
• Consultants
• Trainers
• Coordinators

Dates and Locations

Mid-Atlantic Training - Washington, DC
September 13-14
Marriott at Metro Center

Southeast Training - Orlando, FL
September 18-19
Orlando Airport Marriott

Northeast Training - Boston, MA
September 27-28
Hilton Boston Logan Airport Hotel

Southern Training - New Orleans, LA
October 2-3
Hilton New Orleans Riverside

Midwest Training - Cleveland, OH
October 9-10
Cleveland Renaissance Hotel

West Coast Training - Burlingame, CA
October 17-18
Hyatt Regency San Francisco Airport

Southwest Training- Phoenix, AZ
October 24-25
Hilton Phoenix Airport

Agenda

The Fall training program will provide attendees with the latest program updates and guidance on how to successfully participate in the Schools & Libraries Program. A printable version of the agenda can be found below (see 2007 Fall Training Agenda).

Day 1
8:00 am - 9:00 am	Registration
9:00 am - 9:45 am	Back to the Future
9:45 am - 10:45 am	What Are the "New" Basics?
10:45 am - 11:00 am	Break
11:00 am - 12:00 pm	What Documents Should I Keep?
12:00 pm - 12:45 pm	Lunch
12:45 pm - 1:30 pm	How Do I Write a Good Tech Plan?
1:30 pm - 2:30 pm	How Do I Run a Good Competitive Bidding Process?
2:30 pm - 2:45 pm	Break
2:45 pm - 4:00 pm	How Do I Navigate PIA Review?
4:00 pm - 4:30 pm	Questions and Answers
4:30 pm	Adjournment

Day 2
8:30 am - 9:00 am	Online Form 486 Demonstration
9:00 am - 10:00 am	How Do I Determine Which Services Are Eligible?
10:00 am - 10:15 am	Break
10:15 am - 10:45 am	How Do I Appeal Successfully?
10:45 am - 11:30 am	How Do I Invoice USAC?
11:30 am - 12:00 pm	E-rate Jeopardy
12:00 pm	Adjournment

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2007 Fall Training Agenda [PDF, 169KB]

Please note that all seven training sessions will cover the same information.

How to Register:

On the Training Locations menu above, choose a location and follow the link to the information page.

Registration for the training is complimentary.

Space is limited to the first 250 registrations. Registration will be on a first-come, first-served basis. All sessions will cover the same information. Please select only one session.

Please keep your contact information current. If you need to update your personal information or cancel your registration, email usactraining@usac.org or call 410-757-0905.

*Remember to retain your confirmation number once you register. It will be needed for any future changes to your registration.

Please note that registering for the training through USAC's registration page does not guarantee hotel accommodations. Individuals must register for the training through USAC's website and contact the hotel for room reservations.