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Finance and Funding

Empowering IT Leaders: Education Policy and E-Rate Insights

Tuesday, April 1, 2025
8:00 AM – 9:00 AM PT
Location: Quinalt Ballroom
Finance and Funding

Target Audience: Experienced Ed Tech Leaders/CTO/CIO; New or Aspiring Ed Tech Leaders/CTO/CIO; Small/Under-Resourced District Leaders

Join us for an insightful session dedicated to education policy and E-Rate. This session will delve into the multifaceted roles and responsibilities of IT leaders in K-12 education, focusing on the critical intersections of policy, funding, and technology implementation. Attendees will gain practical strategies, insights, and best practices designed to empower and equip them to navigate the complexities of educational technology. Engage with fellow professionals and enhance your ability to lead with confidence in an AI-driven world.

Key Take Aways:

  • Participants will gain insight and discuss and current issues, the latest data and funding levels concerning Erate and other federal funding.
  • Participants will be able to discuss issues within their districts and will be engaged in interactive discussions about current and proposed funding, policies, potential, and possibilities.
  • Participants will discuss how to advocate and be engaged with CoSN advocacy efforts and the resources that CoSN provides for them to be active participants in decision-making at the federal and state level.