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<div><br><span>Greetings, </span></div><div><span><br></span></div><div><span>Lorrie</span> <span>Germann</span> has shared updates about upcoming E-Rate deadlines.</div><br></div><div>Please note, we have two events scheduled specifically for libraries, and registration is open now:</div><div><div><a href="https://events.library.ohio.gov/event/16190378"><b></b></a></div><div><ul><li><a href="https://events.library.ohio.gov/event/16190378"><b>FY2026 E-rate Form 471 Workshop - Category 1 for Libraries</b></a></li><ul><li>Tuesday, February 10, starting at 1:30pm</li></ul><li><b><a href="https://events.library.ohio.gov/event/16205925">FY2026 E-rate Form 471 Workshop - Category 2 for Libraries</a></b></li><ul><li>Wednesday, February 11, starting at 1:30pm
<br></li></ul></ul></div><div>Both sessions will be recorded, and you can get the recording link sent directly to you by registering. </div><div><br></div><div>Please reach out if you have any questions!</div><div><br>Best wishes,<br><br>Christine
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<br clear="all"></div><div><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_signature" data-smartmail="gmail_signature"><div dir="ltr"><div>--</div><div>Christine Morris (she/her)<br></div><div>Digital Resources Manager<br></div><div>Ohio Public Library Information Network</div><div><a href="mailto:christine@oplin.ohio.gov" target="_blank">christine@oplin.ohio.gov</a></div><div>614-728-5252 (OPLIN Support)</div><div>614-728-0227 (direct)<br></div></div></div></div><br><br><div class="gmail_quote gmail_quote_container"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">---------- Forwarded message ---------<br>From: <b class="gmail_sendername" dir="auto">Lorrie Germann</b> <span dir="auto"><e-rate@ohio-k12.help></span><br>Subject: Upcoming E-Rate FY2026 E-Rate Deadlines and Form 471 Workshop Registration</div><br><div class="msg2128105165214403605">
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Hello, E-Rate Community<br> <br>As a reminder, the upcoming FY2026 E-Rate filing dates/deadlines are:<br> <br><b>January 21st, 2026</b> - FY2026 Form 471 Application Window opens at 12:00 noon ET. <br> <br><b>March 4th, 2026</b> - FY2026 Form 470 Application deadline at 11:59 p.m. ET. <br> <br><b>April 1st, 2026</b> - FY2026 Form 471 Application deadline. The window closes at 11:59 p.m. ET. <br> <br><b>Form 471 Workshops:</b><br><br>
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I have completed the schedule for the FY2026 E-Rate Form 471 workshops, all of which are offered via Zoom Meeting. With the upcoming funding year starting a new 5-year Category 2 budget cycle and changes to the Eligible Services List (ESL), the sessions will be split to cover Category 1 and Category 2 separately. This will allow time for questions and discussion. Each session will include a step-by-step walk-through of the application process, form changes, and how to create funding requests. <br><br>
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Please note that each session type is offered on several dates, giving you options for when to attend. Each session starts at 9:30 a.m. and concludes by 11:00 a.m. <br> <br>To register, go to <span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Calibri',sans-serif"><a href="https://www.ohio-k12.help?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIxMTgwNSIsIjkwZjI3MzQ0ZjU0Y2U1YzM2ODM0YTMxYmVjMzE5YWNkIiwiMjczIiwiOTg0MjgwMDEzYTk5IixmYWxzZV0" style="color:#21759b;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">https://www.ohio-k12.help/e-rate-support/e-rate-events/</a></span> and click on "Register" at your preferred date. Please enter the URL in your browser if the above link does not direct you to my E-Rate Events page. <br> <br><b> *If you are with a public library, Form 471 training geared specifically for you will be split to cover Category 1 and Category 2 in separate sessions as well. Click on the following links to register: </b><br> <br>• Category 1 (February 10, 2026, 1:30-3:00): <span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Calibri',sans-serif"><a href="https://www.ohio-k12.help?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIxMTgwNSIsIjkwZjI3MzQ0ZjU0Y2U1YzM2ODM0YTMxYmVjMzE5YWNkIiwiMjczIiwiMDI4Nzg3MTI0OWE3IixmYWxzZV0" style="color:#21759b;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">https://events.library.ohio.gov/event/16190378</a></span><br> <br>• Category 2 (February 11, 2026, 1:30-3:00):<span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Calibri',sans-serif"> <a href="https://www.ohio-k12.help?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIxMTgwNSIsIjkwZjI3MzQ0ZjU0Y2U1YzM2ODM0YTMxYmVjMzE5YWNkIiwiMjczIiwiOTRhZjFjZGIzYmQ0IixmYWxzZV0" style="color:#21759b;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">https://events.library.ohio.gov/event/16205925</a></span><br> <br>If you have questions or need additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
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Sincerely,<br> <br>Lorrie
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State E-Rate Coordinator<br><span>Ohio Department of Education & Workforce</span><br><span><a href="mailto:lorrie.germann@education.ohio.gov" target="_blank">lorrie.germann@education.ohio.gov</a></span><br><span>740-253-1153</span><br><span style="font-size:12.0pt;line-height:107%;font-family:'Calibri',sans-serif"><a href="https://www.ohio-k12.help?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIxMTgwNSIsIjkwZjI3MzQ0ZjU0Y2U1YzM2ODM0YTMxYmVjMzE5YWNkIiwiMjczIiwiODdjZTNmZGM2OTlkIixmYWxzZV0" style="color:#21759b;text-decoration:underline" target="_blank">https://www.ohio-k12.help/e-rate-support/</a></span><br>
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