For nearly 30 years, E-rate has helped schools and libraries connect millions of students to affordable internet access. Now, one of K-12 education's most influential funding programs is under a sweeping FCC review, and a new question has entered the conversation: What role should screen time play in the future of E-rate?
In this episode of Perspectives, Keith Krueger and Melinda Fiscus unpack what's driving the review, what recent eligibility changes already mean for school districts, and how proposed shifts could reshape educational connectivity. From policy and advocacy to district leadership, they offer unique perspectives on the purpose of E-rate and what's at stake for students, educators, and communities nationwide.