Connected Classrooms
with Cambium Networks
Activate Digital Learning
The FCC’s E-Rate Program allows for eligible schools and libraries with funding from the Universal Service Fund to enhance digital learning and stay connected with telecommunications and information services made affordable.
The E-Rate Program holds two categories for funding. Category 1 Services include Broadband and Internet Access where Category 2 Services cover Wi-Fi Infrastructure needs.
Learn how to begin and apply with Cambium Networks in our E-Rate Resource Guide.
Ready to initiate Digital Learning for your community?
Here is how to begin:
*Applicants must first have an Entity Number and an E-Rate Productivity Center Account.
Learn more about the required forms, with the Eligible Services List, E-Rate Central Forms Rack and these Application Tips.
Calculate your Category 2 Funds
C2 Budget is calculated by number of students in a school multiplied by a specific dollar figure. C2 budgets are pre-discount five-year plans based on the number of students in your school.
Here is an example: A high school has 100 full‐time students, 50 part‐time students that attend classes in the morning, and 25 part‐time students that attend classes in the afternoon. The school should report a maximum of 50 part‐time students. This would result in a C2 budget calculation of $22,500, or (100+50) full‐ and part‐time students x $156.23[1]
[1] Source:FY2018 budget amount for schools and school districts. per student.
[2] https://sltools.universalservice.org/portal-external/budgetLookup/
How can Cambium Networks Help?
Learn more about connect your school with our Wi-Fi 6 and Switching solutions
Cambium Networks provides Internet connectivity solutions for your school or library that are eligible for E-Rate Category 2 funding.
Eligible Products for E-Rate:
- Indoor and Outdoor Wi-Fi acccess points
- XMS cloud management
- cnMaestro Management
- cnMatrix enterprise switches
- Fixed Wireless for connecting buildings
Before you file your 470 Form, request a competitive analysis from one of our E-Rate specialist ready to help you now!
Videos
Learn best practices to get the technology in the classrooms while leveraging E-Rate programs and minimizing total technology costs.
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Connecting Classrooms – Cambium Networks Success Stories
“The education system is moving toward cloud-based collaboration, so to maximize efficiency in the classroom, we knew that a reliable wireless network was imperative.” – Sharon Lunceford, Director of Information Technology, Houston County Board of Education
Case Studies