Registration Now Open - Planting the Seeds for E-Rate Success: Grow Your Library’s E-Rate Knowledge
June 6, 2025, 11:00AM - 12:00PM - Planting the Seeds for E-Rate Success: Grow Your Library’s E-Rate Knowledge Join us for an engaging and informative session designed to help libraries nurture their E-Rate success! Now that the forms have been filed, "Planting the Seeds for E-Rate Success" will guide you through the critical next steps of the E-Rate process—from PIA review, to compliance, and invoicing. Learn how to cultivate success by avoiding common pitfalls, staying on track with deadlines, and ensuring your library is prepared to harvest the benefits of the upcoming funding year. Whether you're just planting the seeds of your E-Rate journey or already tending to a flourishing program, this session will equip you with the knowledge to watch your library’s E-Rate efforts thrive. Key Topics Covered: • Tending Your E-Rate Garden: Understanding the funding year process and important deadlines • Weeding Out the Issues: Tips for handling Program Integrity Assurance (PIA) inquiries and fixing common application mistakes • Watering Your Garden with Compliance: How to meet Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) requirements for funding • Pruning Services: Navigating service cancellations, SPIN changes & Service Substitutions • Building Strong Roots: Steps to make sure you’re ready to start services July 1 • The Harvest of E-Rate Success: Invoicing for FY2024 What You’ll Gain: 📌 Clear Understanding of the E-Rate Process – Learn the key filing steps, compliance requirements, and best practices 📌 Problem-Solving Strategies – Get tips for resolving common issues like PIA reviews and service changes 📌 Up-to-Date Knowledge – Be prepared for FY2025 Funding Year and FY2024 invoicing deadlines 📌 Actionable Insights – Walk away with the tools to ensure your library’s E-Rate process is smooth, compliant, and successful For more information or to register, visit the Event Registration Page<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=7493&> (https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=7493&) This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Thank you, Becky Wartella Department of Education Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 [A picture containing text, room, gear, gambling house AI-generated content may be incorrect.] Acknowledge the incredible strength of students’ multilingual abilities. Seek the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/flexible-learning/michigan-seal-of-biliteracy> for graduating seniors. [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.
June 6, 2025, 11:00AM - 12:00PM - Planting the Seeds for E-Rate Success: Grow Your Library’s E-Rate Knowledge Join us for an engaging and informative session designed to help libraries nurture their E-Rate success! Now that the forms have been filed, "Planting the Seeds for E-Rate Success" will guide you through the critical next steps of the E-Rate process—from PIA review, to compliance, and invoicing. Learn how to cultivate success by avoiding common pitfalls, staying on track with deadlines, and ensuring your library is prepared to harvest the benefits of the upcoming funding year. Whether you're just planting the seeds of your E-Rate journey or already tending to a flourishing program, this session will equip you with the knowledge to watch your library’s E-Rate efforts thrive. Key Topics Covered: • Tending Your E-Rate Garden: Understanding the funding year process and important deadlines • Weeding Out the Issues: Tips for handling Program Integrity Assurance (PIA) inquiries and fixing common application mistakes • Watering Your Garden with Compliance: How to meet Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) requirements for funding • Pruning Services: Navigating service cancellations, SPIN changes & Service Substitutions • Building Strong Roots: Steps to make sure you’re ready to start services July 1 • The Harvest of E-Rate Success: Invoicing for FY2024 What You’ll Gain: 📌 Clear Understanding of the E-Rate Process – Learn the key filing steps, compliance requirements, and best practices 📌 Problem-Solving Strategies – Get tips for resolving common issues like PIA reviews and service changes 📌 Up-to-Date Knowledge – Be prepared for FY2025 Funding Year and FY2024 invoicing deadlines 📌 Actionable Insights – Walk away with the tools to ensure your library’s E-Rate process is smooth, compliant, and successful For more information or to register, visit the Event Registration Page<https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=7493&> (https://libraryofmichigan.app.neoncrm.com/np/clients/libraryofmichigan/event.jsp?event=7493&) This project is made possible by grant funds from the U.S. Institute of Museum and Library Services (IMLS) administered by the State of Michigan through the Library of Michigan. Thank you, Becky Wartella Department of Education Library of Michigan 702 W. Kalamazoo St. Lansing, MI 48909 [A picture containing text, room, gear, gambling house AI-generated content may be incorrect.] Acknowledge the incredible strength of students’ multilingual abilities. Seek the Michigan Seal of Biliteracy<https://www.michigan.gov/mde/services/flexible-learning/michigan-seal-of-biliteracy> for graduating seniors. [Michigan.gov/Vote logo Description automatically generated]<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/> Get personalized voter information on early voting and other topics at Michigan.gov/Vote<https://mvic.sos.state.mi.us/>.
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Wartella, Becky (MDE)