Mindy Fiscus

Mindy Fiscus

Director of Government Affairs and Purchasing

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About Mindy Fiscus

Mindy Fiscus is the Director of Government Affairs and Purchasing for the Learning Technology Center (LTC). With more than 20 years of experience in educational technology, Mindy leads the LTC’s purchasing initiatives, oversees key state and national partnerships, and works to advance programs and policies that support Illinois schools and educators.

In her role, Mindy serves as one of Illinois’ State E-Rate Coordinators and as Illinois’ representative to the State Educational Technology Directors Association (SETDA). She assists schools and libraries with the E-Rate application process, helping them secure federal funding for broadband connectivity, network infrastructure, and related technology services.

Mindy also collaborates with state and national organizations to expand access to educational technology resources, strengthen strategic partnerships, and support initiatives that promote innovative teaching and learning. Her work includes identifying high-quality digital resources, supporting technology planning efforts, and helping schools leverage purchasing programs to maximize value and access.

Mindy works out of the ROE #12 office in Robinson, Illinois, and serves districts throughout the state as a trusted resource for educational technology, connectivity, procurement, and policy-related initiatives.

Certifications

2023 SETDA State Leader of the Year
Certified Education Technology Leader

Explore Mindy’s Work

See how Mindy supports Illinois schools through purchasing, funding, connectivity, and education policy, and explore opportunities to learn, collaborate, and connect with her.
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Blog Post
2023 LTC Award Winners

2023 LTC Award Winners

The Learning Technology Center is proud to announce the 2023 LTC Award winners, each recognized for their broad focus on improving learning by intentionally embracing technology, both as a solution…

Leadership & Capacity Building
Blog Post
3 Keys to Remember While Finalizing your E-Rate Application

3 Keys to Remember While Finalizing your E-Rate Application

The 21-22 E-Rate Form 471 filing deadline is just around the corner on March 25, 2021. Don't miss these important E-Rate program updates as you put the final touches on…

Digital Equity
Service

Cybersecurity Pilot Program

Support for Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF).

Blog Post
E-Rate Emergency Connectivity Fund – What You Need to Know

E-Rate Emergency Connectivity Fund – What You Need to Know

On May 11, 2021, the FCC announced a finalized rule set for the administration of the Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF), a $7.1 billion appropriation derived from the larger $1.9 trillion…

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 470 Virtual Workshop

Nov 20, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 470 Virtual Workshop

Dec 3, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 470 Walkthrough & Program Updates | LAST CHANCE

Jan 14, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Jan 30, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Feb 4, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Feb 11, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Feb 18, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Feb 27, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Mar 5, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough | LAST CHANCE

Mar 23, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Service

E-Rate Support

Application assistance, trainings, and updates to keep your district connected to essential federal internet and connectivity funding.

Blog Post
E-rate Support for Additional Bandwidth

E-rate Support for Additional Bandwidth

The FCC and USAC opened a new 471 Window to specifically address requests for financial assistance towards immediate increases in bandwidth for the current school year, July 1, 2020 -…

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Update: FCC NPRM Roundtable Discussion

Jul 29, 2026 Online Free

The FCC is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the federal E-Rate program. Join fellow district leaders to discuss your question, and learn how you can submit comments that advocate for your district's perspective.

Digital Equity
Blog Post
E-Rate Update: FY 2025 Form 470 & Form 471 Deadlines

E-Rate Update: FY 2025 Form 470 & Form 471 Deadlines

Deadlines for 2025's Form 470 and Form 471 have been announced. Mark your calendars now and make plans to complete your application so that your funding request stays on track.

Digital Equity
Blog Post
Emergency Broadband Benefit Program – What You Need to Know

Emergency Broadband Benefit Program – What You Need to Know

Starting May 12, 2021, eligible households can apply to receive up to $50 off their monthly home internet bill through the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program. Read on to learn about…

Digital Equity
Service

Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) Support

Support for Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF).

Blog Post
Funding Update: USF, E-Rate, and Ongoing Litigation

Funding Update: USF, E-Rate, and Ongoing Litigation

As 2024 comes to close, the funding that supports E-Rate is undergoing critical examination. Here are the latest updates on pending litigation and potential outcomes.

Digital Equity
Blog Post
Highlights from the 2022 Illinois State Fair STEAM Expo

Highlights from the 2022 Illinois State Fair STEAM Expo

The 2022 Illinois State Fair may be over, but we had such a great time participating in this year’s Tech Prairie STEAM Expo. Check out these highlights from our 4-day…

Computer Science & STEM
Blog Post
Inaugural LTC Award Winners Announced

Inaugural LTC Award Winners Announced

The Learning Technology Center today announced the winners of the inaugural LTC Awards. Developed to celebrate Illinois’ edtech innovators, the LTC Awards recognize PK-12 initiatives and organizations for their outstanding…

Leadership & Capacity Building
Resource

Instructional Technology Coach Funding

Despite their growing popularity and research to back their efficacy, funding for coaching programs can be sparse in many districts. These funding sources can help your district start and sustain a productive coaching program using state and…

Guidance
Event

LTC E-Rate Essentials 470 Virtual Workshop

Dec 9, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

LTC E-Rate Essentials 470 Virtual Workshop

Dec 5, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

LTC E-Rate Essentials 470 Virtual Workshop

Dec 12, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

LTC E-Rate Essentials 470 Virtual Workshop

Dec 15, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Blog Post
Proposed FCC Changes & their Impact on Illinois

Proposed FCC Changes & their Impact on Illinois

Changes are coming to several important FCC programs relating to funding and edtech. Tune in to learn how they'll impact Illinois schools from program expert Mindy Fiscus.

Digital Equity
Blog Post
Seventh Grade Entrepreneur Wins Illinois State Fair Butter Cow 3D Printing Contest

Seventh Grade Entrepreneur Wins Illinois State Fair Butter Cow 3D Printing Contest

Congratulations to this year's contest winner from southern Illinois, who blended creativity and entrepreneurial spirit to design this unique tribute to a State Fair icon.

Computer Science & STEM
Service

Technology & Connectivity Funding

Support for E-rate and related programs.

Blog Post
Technology and Funding after the Pandemic

Technology and Funding after the Pandemic

As stimulus funding begins to taper off, districts must prepare to financially support their tech-powered learning environment for the long term. Here are several key considerations every K-12 leader needs…

Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Blog Post
What’s Happening to the Department of Education?

What’s Happening to the Department of Education?

Redistributing key programs, Title funding consolidation, and potential closure – everything that is (and isn't) changing in federal education policy and procedure based on 2025 announcements.

Leadership & Capacity Building
Blog Post
What’s Happening to the Department of Education?

What’s Happening to the Department of Education?

2025 brought a lot of change to federal education policies and procedures. Our seasoned Washington expert reviews what's changing, what isn't, and how your district can plan confidently in uncertain…

Leadership & Capacity Building
Event

Women in Technology Book Study

May 15 – Jun 30, 2026 Online Free

Join fellow educators and technology leaders for collaborative learning experience that explores challenges facing women in technology through three recent nonfiction books: "The Broken Rung", "Chief in Tech", and "The Empathy Advantage".

Leadership & Capacity Building
Services
Service

Cybersecurity Pilot Program

Support for Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF).

Service

Technology & Connectivity Funding

Support for E-rate and related programs.

Service

Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF) Support

Support for Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF).

Service

E-Rate Support

Application assistance, trainings, and updates to keep your district connected to essential federal internet and connectivity funding.

Resources
Events
Event

E-Rate Update: FCC NPRM Roundtable Discussion

Jul 29, 2026 Online Free

The FCC is seeking feedback on proposed changes to the federal E-Rate program. Join fellow district leaders to discuss your question, and learn how you can submit comments that advocate for your district's perspective.

Digital Equity
Event

Women in Technology Book Study

May 15 – Jun 30, 2026 Online Free

Join fellow educators and technology leaders for collaborative learning experience that explores challenges facing women in technology through three recent nonfiction books: "The Broken Rung", "Chief in Tech", and "The Empathy Advantage".

Leadership & Capacity Building
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough | LAST CHANCE

Mar 23, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Mar 5, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Feb 27, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Feb 18, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Feb 11, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Feb 4, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 471 Walkthrough

Jan 30, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete phase two of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 470 Walkthrough & Program Updates | LAST CHANCE

Jan 14, 2026 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

LTC E-Rate Essentials 470 Virtual Workshop

Dec 15, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

LTC E-Rate Essentials 470 Virtual Workshop

Dec 12, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

LTC E-Rate Essentials 470 Virtual Workshop

Dec 9, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

LTC E-Rate Essentials 470 Virtual Workshop

Dec 5, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 470 Virtual Workshop

Dec 3, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Event

E-Rate Essentials: Form 470 Virtual Workshop

Nov 20, 2025 Online Free

Learn and complete the first phase of your E-Rate application with an E-Rate expert on hand – all from the convenience of your office or living room!

Digital Equity
Articles
Blog Post
What’s Happening to the Department of Education?

What’s Happening to the Department of Education?

Redistributing key programs, Title funding consolidation, and potential closure – everything that is (and isn't) changing in federal education policy and procedure based on 2025 announcements.

Leadership & Capacity Building
Blog Post
What’s Happening to the Department of Education?

What’s Happening to the Department of Education?

2025 brought a lot of change to federal education policies and procedures. Our seasoned Washington expert reviews what's changing, what isn't, and how your district can plan confidently in uncertain…

Leadership & Capacity Building
Blog Post
Seventh Grade Entrepreneur Wins Illinois State Fair Butter Cow 3D Printing Contest

Seventh Grade Entrepreneur Wins Illinois State Fair Butter Cow 3D Printing Contest

Congratulations to this year's contest winner from southern Illinois, who blended creativity and entrepreneurial spirit to design this unique tribute to a State Fair icon.

Computer Science & STEM
Blog Post
E-Rate Update: FY 2025 Form 470 & Form 471 Deadlines

E-Rate Update: FY 2025 Form 470 & Form 471 Deadlines

Deadlines for 2025's Form 470 and Form 471 have been announced. Mark your calendars now and make plans to complete your application so that your funding request stays on track.

Digital Equity
Blog Post
Funding Update: USF, E-Rate, and Ongoing Litigation

Funding Update: USF, E-Rate, and Ongoing Litigation

As 2024 comes to close, the funding that supports E-Rate is undergoing critical examination. Here are the latest updates on pending litigation and potential outcomes.

Digital Equity
Blog Post
Proposed FCC Changes & their Impact on Illinois

Proposed FCC Changes & their Impact on Illinois

Changes are coming to several important FCC programs relating to funding and edtech. Tune in to learn how they'll impact Illinois schools from program expert Mindy Fiscus.

Digital Equity
Blog Post
2023 LTC Award Winners

2023 LTC Award Winners

The Learning Technology Center is proud to announce the 2023 LTC Award winners, each recognized for their broad focus on improving learning by intentionally embracing technology, both as a solution…

Leadership & Capacity Building
Blog Post
Technology and Funding after the Pandemic

Technology and Funding after the Pandemic

As stimulus funding begins to taper off, districts must prepare to financially support their tech-powered learning environment for the long term. Here are several key considerations every K-12 leader needs…

Technology Planning, Procurement, and Evaluation
Blog Post
Inaugural LTC Award Winners Announced

Inaugural LTC Award Winners Announced

The Learning Technology Center today announced the winners of the inaugural LTC Awards. Developed to celebrate Illinois’ edtech innovators, the LTC Awards recognize PK-12 initiatives and organizations for their outstanding…

Leadership & Capacity Building
Blog Post
Highlights from the 2022 Illinois State Fair STEAM Expo

Highlights from the 2022 Illinois State Fair STEAM Expo

The 2022 Illinois State Fair may be over, but we had such a great time participating in this year’s Tech Prairie STEAM Expo. Check out these highlights from our 4-day…

Computer Science & STEM
Blog Post
E-Rate Emergency Connectivity Fund – What You Need to Know

E-Rate Emergency Connectivity Fund – What You Need to Know

On May 11, 2021, the FCC announced a finalized rule set for the administration of the Emergency Connectivity Fund (ECF), a $7.1 billion appropriation derived from the larger $1.9 trillion…

Digital Equity
Blog Post
Emergency Broadband Benefit Program – What You Need to Know

Emergency Broadband Benefit Program – What You Need to Know

Starting May 12, 2021, eligible households can apply to receive up to $50 off their monthly home internet bill through the Emergency Broadband Benefit Program. Read on to learn about…

Digital Equity
Blog Post
3 Keys to Remember While Finalizing your E-Rate Application

3 Keys to Remember While Finalizing your E-Rate Application

The 21-22 E-Rate Form 471 filing deadline is just around the corner on March 25, 2021. Don't miss these important E-Rate program updates as you put the final touches on…

Digital Equity
Blog Post
E-rate Support for Additional Bandwidth

E-rate Support for Additional Bandwidth

The FCC and USAC opened a new 471 Window to specifically address requests for financial assistance towards immediate increases in bandwidth for the current school year, July 1, 2020 -…

Digital Equity