[Tech-l] FW: Upcoming E-Rate FY2026 E-Rate Deadlines and Form 471 Workshop Registration Reminder

[Thor Sage]

Good morning!
While I know that most are on Lorrie Germann’s distribution list, I wanted to share this message out to anyone that might still need the below information on the upcoming 471 workshops.
Thank you,
Thor


Thor Sage
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Miami Valley Technology and Communications Group
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From: Lorrie Germann <e-rate at ohio-k12.help>
Sent: Tuesday, January 27, 2026 10:48 AM
To: Thor Sage <sage at mveca.org>
Subject: Upcoming E-Rate FY2026 E-Rate Deadlines and Form 471 Workshop Registration Reminder

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Hello, E-Rate Community

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

January 16th, 2026 – The close of FY2026 Admin Window – at 11:59 p.m. ET. This is the period before the Form 471 window opens, when schools and libraries can update their EPC profiles. If you were unable to make updates by the deadline or corrections are needed, plan to provide the information when filing the Form 471 application.

January 21st, 2026 - FY2026 Form 471 Application Window opened 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:




If you've not done so yet, please register for the upcoming 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.

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=WyIxMzgzNyIsImQwZGQ4OGY1MDU5MmNhNDZhMjI2YzdkNGM3NmRkY2JkIiwiMjc1IiwiOTE2NjJhOWE1YzE4IixmYWxzZV0> 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=WyIxMzgzNyIsImQwZGQ4OGY1MDU5MmNhNDZhMjI2YzdkNGM3NmRkY2JkIiwiMjc1IiwiNTk4OTJhYWFiOWRhIixmYWxzZV0>

• 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=WyIxMzgzNyIsImQwZGQ4OGY1MDU5MmNhNDZhMjI2YzdkNGM3NmRkY2JkIiwiMjc1IiwiNDZhNGJjNTg4Nzg5IixmYWxzZV0>

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<mailto:lorrie.germann at education.ohio.gov>
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