[OPLINTECH] Fwd: Upcoming E-Rate FY2026 E-Rate Deadlines and Form 471 Workshop Registration

[Christine Morris]

Greetings,

Lorrie Germann has shared updates about upcoming E-Rate deadlines.

Please note, we have two events scheduled specifically for libraries, and
registration is open now:
<https://events.library.ohio.gov/event/16190378>

   - *FY2026 E-rate Form 471 Workshop - Category 1 for Libraries*
   <https://events.library.ohio.gov/event/16190378>
      - Tuesday, February 10, starting at 1:30pm
   - *FY2026 E-rate Form 471 Workshop - Category 2 for Libraries
   <https://events.library.ohio.gov/event/16205925>*
      - Wednesday, February 11, starting at 1:30pm

Both sessions will be recorded, and you can get the recording link sent
directly to you by registering.

Please reach out if you have any questions!

Best wishes,

Christine

--
Christine Morris (she/her)
Digital Resources Manager
Ohio Public Library Information Network
christine at oplin.ohio.gov
614-728-5252 (OPLIN Support)
614-728-0227 (direct)


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From: Lorrie Germann <e-rate at ohio-k12.help>
Subject: Upcoming E-Rate FY2026 E-Rate Deadlines and Form 471 Workshop
Registration

Hello, E-Rate Community

As a reminder, the upcoming FY2026 E-Rate filing dates/deadlines are:

*January 21st, 2026* - FY2026 Form 471 Application Window opens at 12:00
noon ET.

*March 4th, 2026* - FY2026 Form 470 Application deadline at 11:59 p.m. ET.

*April 1st, 2026* - FY2026 Form 471 Application deadline. The window closes
at 11:59 p.m. ET.

*Form 471 Workshops:*

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.

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.

To register, go to https://www.ohio-k12.help/e-rate-support/e-rate-events/
<https://www.ohio-k12.help?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIxMTgwNSIsIjkwZjI3MzQ0ZjU0Y2U1YzM2ODM0YTMxYmVjMzE5YWNkIiwiMjczIiwiOTg0MjgwMDEzYTk5IixmYWxzZV0>
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.

* *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: *

• Category 1 (February 10, 2026, 1:30-3:00):
https://events.library.ohio.gov/event/16190378
<https://www.ohio-k12.help?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIxMTgwNSIsIjkwZjI3MzQ0ZjU0Y2U1YzM2ODM0YTMxYmVjMzE5YWNkIiwiMjczIiwiMDI4Nzg3MTI0OWE3IixmYWxzZV0>

• Category 2 (February 11, 2026, 1:30-3:00):
https://events.library.ohio.gov/event/16205925
<https://www.ohio-k12.help?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIxMTgwNSIsIjkwZjI3MzQ0ZjU0Y2U1YzM2ODM0YTMxYmVjMzE5YWNkIiwiMjczIiwiOTRhZjFjZGIzYmQ0IixmYWxzZV0>

If you have questions or need additional information, please do not
hesitate to contact me.
Sincerely,

Lorrie
*Lorrie Germann*
State E-Rate Coordinator
Ohio Department of Education & Workforce
lorrie.germann at education.ohio.gov
740-253-1153
https://www.ohio-k12.help/e-rate-support/
<https://www.ohio-k12.help?mailpoet_router&endpoint=track&action=click&data=WyIxMTgwNSIsIjkwZjI3MzQ0ZjU0Y2U1YzM2ODM0YTMxYmVjMzE5YWNkIiwiMjczIiwiODdjZTNmZGM2OTlkIixmYWxzZV0>
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