ERATE

First of all, the top hit for "ERATE" on Google is for mortgage rates.  The second link for ERATE is really what I wanted!  E-Rate is the more commonly known term for the Schools and Library Program of the Universal Social Fund.  This is set up under the Federal Communications Commission to allow schools and libraries to receive discounts for telecommunications and Internet access at a reasonable price.  These discounts can range from 20-90% in certain locations.  FCC.gov says "On February 8, 1996 President Clinton signed the Telecommunications Act of 1996. This law represents the first comprehensive revision of the USA's communications laws in more than 60 years. The universal service section of this law, Section 254, will help schools and libraries obtain access to state of the art services and technologies at discounted rates."  This was a huge step in helping children be able to learn in more technology-centered ways through school and library resources!