The Children’s Internet Protection Act (CIPA) was enacted by Congress in 2000 to address concerns regarding children’s access to harmful or inappropriate content over the Internet. The act requires that K-12 schools and libraries in the U.S. use Internet filters and implement policies to protect children from harmful online content as a condition for receiving E-Rate funding.
To comply with CIPA, schools and libraries must have in place a policy of Internet safety and certify that safety measures are being met. Institutions that do not adhere to these stipulations are at risk of missing out on E-Rate funding, making CIPA compliance a crucial aspect of their digital infrastructure.
Maximize Your E-Rate Funding
E-Rate can be confusing. Let Cerium help you:
- Establish a technology lifecycle, leveraging E-Rate and other funding resources.
- Make informed network technology decisions that support your school’s vision, goals, and priorities.
- Navigate changes in licensing, additional switching, hardware roadmap/capabilities.
