About this episode

Andrew Easton discusses the E-rate program's significance and future with Keith Krueger.

For nearly three decades, the E-rate program has helped schools and libraries across the country afford the connectivity and internal networks essential to their work. Now, as federal officials reconsider the program’s purpose and future, education leaders are being called upon to explain why dependable connectivity remains vital to America’s schools. In this episode of The Good Life EDU Podcast, Andrew welcomes Keith Krueger, CEO of the Consortium for School Networking (CoSN), for a timely conversation about the history of E-rate, the questions now surrounding it, and what could be at stake for students, educators, and communities. Learn More and Take Action Visit SaveOurERate.com to access advocacy resources, review the E-rate funding received by your district or community, and share the local stories that demonstrate what reliable connectivity makes possible for students and schools.

People in this episode

Host: Andrew Easton

Guest: Keith Krueger

Topics covered

• E-rate program
• education connectivity
• advocacy for schools
• impact on students
• future of education

Keywords

• E-rate
• connectivity
• schools
• education
• advocacy
• internet access
• students
• libraries

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Consortium for School Networking, E-rate, SaveOurERate.com

Places: America

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