Landmark decision aligns with the need for
critical connectivity for millions of students still lacking
internet access across the country
MCLEAN,
Va., July 18, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, the
Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted in favor of expanding
its E-Rate program to include Wi-Fi hotspots for schools and
libraries, a historic decision that will help to significantly
close the digital divide. This announcement is another key
milestone of FCC Chairwoman Jessica
Rosenworcel's Learn Without Limits initiative, which
also includes funding for school bus Wi-Fi and a pilot program for
cybersecurity.
"We believe connectivity should equip
today's students on their educational journey," said Ben Weintraub, CEO of Kajeet.
Kajeet®, a leading provider of wireless connectivity
solutions for education, supports the FCC with this pivotal step
towards ensuring that students and library patrons have the
resources they need to succeed in today's connected world. With
this expansion, the E-Rate program, one of the largest sources of
federal funding for schools and libraries, will continue to play a
crucial role in supporting remote learning and digital education
tools.
"We believe connectivity should equip today's students on their
educational journey," said Ben
Weintraub, CEO of Kajeet. "The FCC's decision to expand
E-Rate to include Wi-Fi hotspots and services is a monumental step
towards providing equitable access to education for all students.
Without connectivity, these students are left behind."
This move comes as the education sector increasingly relies on
digital tools and remote learning, making internet access a
fundamental component of modern education. The E-Rate program, part
of the FCC's universal service program established in 1934, has
been instrumental in ensuring affordable broadband access for rural
and underserved communities.
Already the nation's top provider of school bus Wi-Fi, Kajeet
also offers Kajeet SmartSpotâ„¢, a secure, fully managed mobile Wi-Fi
hotspot specifically designed to support students and library
patrons. The out-of-the-box solution comes preactivated,
provisioned, and kitted with a case, charger, and quick start
guide, ensuring ease of use. The solution also includes critical
CIPA-compliant filtering to restrict users from accessing
inappropriate content.
Kajeet remains committed to supporting the FCC's efforts and
looks forward to continuing to provide innovative connectivity
solutions that empower people across the country. This expansion of
the E-Rate program marks a significant step towards achieving
universal access to education and closing the digital divide.
The FCC's decision to expand E-Rate to include Wi-Fi hotspots is
a game-changer for education. The measures taken to prevent
fraud and waste are also commendable. As districts
prepare for the next E-Rate season, Kajeet offers an easy way to
get started with Wi-Fi hotspots. The Kajeet SmartSpot Connectivity
Kit comes with unlimited data and is pre-provisioned with
CIPA-compliant filtering, robust reporting features and simplified
device management. To learn more about Kajeet's E-rate
eligible solutions visit: https://www.kajeet.com/erate.
About Kajeet
Kajeet provides optimized IoT connectivity, software and
hardware solutions that deliver safe, reliable, and controlled
internet connectivity to nearly 3,000 businesses, schools and
districts, state, and local governments. Kajeet's private network
solutions simplify private wireless to allow customers to design,
install and manage their own private wireless networks. Kajeet's
award-winning management platform, Sentinel®, includes visibility
into real-time data usage, policy control management, custom
content filters for added security, and multi-network flexibility.
Since 2003, Kajeet has helped thousands of organizations connect
over a million devices around the world. To learn more, visit
kajeet.com
Media Contact: Linda Jennings, Director of Corporate
Communications
Phone: 248-521-3606
Email: ljennngs@kajeet.com
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