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Securing Our Schools and Libraries: A Guide to the FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program

K-12 schools and libraries are under siege from increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks. Ransomware, phishing, and supply chain breaches have surged across the education sector, with incidents leading to data theft, financial loss, and widespread disruption of learning.

Yet, with limited budgets and small IT teams - 86% of K-12 districts report having fewer than five employees with security responsibilities – institutions struggle to keep pace with the growing threat landscape.

To close this gap, the FCC launched the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program, a three-year, $200 million initiative designed to provide eligible organizations with critical funding for advanced security services, from next-generation firewalls and endpoint protection to 24/7 managed detection and response.

Our comprehensive guide, Securing Our Schools and Libraries, offers education leaders a roadmap for navigating the FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program. Inside, you’ll find:

  • A clear breakdown of eligibility requirements, funding allocations, and program timelines.
  • Insights into which cybersecurity services qualify for reimbursement and how to prioritize them.
  • Practical steps for budgeting, competitive bidding, and compliance reporting to maximize funding.
  • Expert guidance on how eSentire can help schools and libraries strengthen cyber defenses while capturing every eligible dollar.

Download this guide to learn how your institution can leverage FCC funding to build resilience, protect student data, and ensure uninterrupted access to critical learning resources.

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K-12 schools and libraries are under siege from increasingly sophisticated cyberattacks. Ransomware, phishing, and supply chain breaches have surged across the education sector, with incidents leading to data theft, financial loss, and widespread disruption of learning.

Yet, with limited budgets and small IT teams - 86% of K-12 districts report having fewer than five employees with security responsibilities – institutions struggle to keep pace with the growing threat landscape.

To close this gap, the FCC launched the Schools and Libraries Cybersecurity Pilot Program, a three-year, $200 million initiative designed to provide eligible organizations with critical funding for advanced security services, from next-generation firewalls and endpoint protection to 24/7 managed detection and response.

Our comprehensive guide, Securing Our Schools and Libraries, offers education leaders a roadmap for navigating the FCC Cybersecurity Pilot Program. Inside, you’ll find:

  • A clear breakdown of eligibility requirements, funding allocations, and program timelines.
  • Insights into which cybersecurity services qualify for reimbursement and how to prioritize them.
  • Practical steps for budgeting, competitive bidding, and compliance reporting to maximize funding.
  • Expert guidance on how eSentire can help schools and libraries strengthen cyber defenses while capturing every eligible dollar.

Download this guide to learn how your institution can leverage FCC funding to build resilience, protect student data, and ensure uninterrupted access to critical learning resources.

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