Event details

Date: September 12, 2024
Time: 9:00am PDT

About this talk

Join us for a webinar with Bryan Boyle, Acting Chief of the Telecommunications Access Policy Division at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC), as he delves into the upcoming $200 million cybersecurity Pilot Program initiative designed to bolster the digital defenses of K-12 schools and school districts across the nation and determine whether they should be permanently funded using universal service funds. An interactive Q&A will follow.

Why you can’t miss this webinar:

  • Understanding the Funding: Gain insights into the purpose of the $200 million Pilot Program and how it aims to explore enhancing cybersecurity in educational environments.
  • Application Process: Learn about the steps K-12 schools and school districts need to take to apply to participate in the Pilot Program and receive this crucial funding.
  • Identifying Eligible Services & Equipment: Discover the types of eligible services and equipment schools and school districts can strategically use to address their cybersecurity challenges and protect their networks and students’ data.

Who should attend?

  • School district administrators and IT directors
  • Education technology coordinators
  • Cybersecurity professionals in the education sector
  • Policymakers and educational leaders

Presented by:

Bryan Boyle
Acting Chief of the Telecommunications Access Policy Division at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC)

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