Support for Advanced Telecommunications in Schools

Across various types of support, local school districts were the most frequently reported source of support for advanced telecommunications. In terms of funds, 83 percent of schools indicated that they received funds from the school district, 38 percent obtained funding from state or federal government agencies, and 18 percent reported that parents or other community members supported advanced telecommunications in the school with funds (Table 7). Teachers provided advanced telecommunications training in 28 percent of schools and technical assistance in 24 percent of schools.