Cybersecurity Funding for K-12 Schools: An Overview of the FCC's $200 Million Initiative

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. Key Takeaways: - 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 and 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