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Friday, February 19, is Last Day to File 471s for FY 2010!
Message Posted February 17, 2010

This is your final reminder that the Funding Year 2010 Form 471 Filing Window closes at 11:59 p.m. EST, Friday, February 19! Congratulations to the 912 entities that have already submitted. But for the 345 applicants that have not yet hit submit (and you know who you are)... here are a few quick reminders:

1) Calling CSB: If you call the SLD's Client Service Bureau (888-203-8100) this week (8am - 8pm M-W, and 8am - midnight Fri), hit '0' when you reach the recording to reach a live agent. Don't leave a message.

2) Correcting a mistake: If you have made an error on your 471, you can correct it 1 of 2 ways:
a/ Submit a new 471 before the Feb. 19 deadline with a new, correct FRN, and then cancel the original erroneous FRN when the PINK Receipt Acknowledgement Letter (RAL) arrives. -- OR --

b/ Wait and just correct the mistake on the RAL. You are now permitted to increase your funding request using the RAL.

3) Item 21 Attachments: Item 21 attachments do not need to be submitted or postmarked by the close of the window. But the 471 and 471 certification page must be postmarked or submitted online February 19, 2010 11:59 EST.

4) NCES Codes: If your school doesn't have an NCES code -- leave it blank! If you've already looked on the NCES database http://nces.ed.gov/GLOBALLOCATOR/ and your school doesn't have one, leave it blank on the form. You'll get a pop-up reminder, just hit OK and proceed with your application. Also, only school buildings have NCES codes -- non-instructional facilities (NIFs) do not.

5) If you don't have a PIN: You can submit your 471 online even if you don't have a PIN. Hit submit, then print out the paper certification and mail it to the SLD by Friday, February 19. The SLD will then mail you a PIN about 2 weeks later that you can use to certify all future E-rate applications.

E-mail me if you need assistance. Happy Filing!

- Julie