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Making Technology Accessible Since 2014

N.O.W. PROGRAM APPLICATION

The N.O.W. Program is designed to eliminate capital outlay, making essential unified communication technology more accessible to schools.

Step 1: Identify what your organization actually needs in terms of communication equipment.

Step 2: Complete the form below, select the appropriate checkboxes, and include any relevant details.

Step 3: Submit the application.

Step 4: The N.O.W. team reviews your submission, consults with partners, and follows up with you.

Step 5: You'll receive a clear, detailed outline of what's available to your school with no capital outlay—this includes, what's not, and the type of support tied to the communications system.


Start leveraging the N.O.W Program to achieve mission-critical goals.

Position/Office
Type of School
Multi-line address
Current System
POTS lines
Premise Based with SIP
Hosted (Cloud Based)
Premise Based on PRI or TDM
Cable Type
Faxing Method
Items requested under the program.

"Please note: The N.O.W. Program is not a grant or donation. It is a structured, capital-outlay-free offering designed to improve access to communication technology in schools."


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Emergency Communication Compliance for Safety

Accurate Location for 911 Calls

What It Means: When someone calls 911, the system must provide the exact location (e.g., building address, floor, room) to emergency services.

Law: FCC rules require VoIP systems to provide a “dispatchable location” for 911 calls (47 CFR § 9.11; RAY BAUM’S Act, 2021/2022). NENA i3 standards ensure real-time location data.

Why It Matters: Incorrect locations can delay responders by as much as 30%, risking lives, especially in schools with vulnerable children.

Direct Callback from 911

What It Means: If 911 calls back, the call must reach the phone that dialed 911.

Law: FCC mandates VoIP systems send the caller’s phone number (Automatic Number Identification) for callbacks (47 CFR § 9.11(b)(2)(ii)).

Why It Matters: Responders need to reach the caller for updates, critical in chaotic emergencies.

System Must Notify Safety Team When 911 Is Called

What It Means: A 911 call instantly alerts your security team (e.g., via text or email) with the caller’s location and number.

Law: FCC’s Kari’s Law requires multi-line systems (MLTS) like VoIP to notify a central point during 911 calls (47 CFR § 9.16, effective 2020).

Why It Matters: Schools can assist responders or manage the crisis internally.

Single Button 911 Alerting

What It Means: A designated button on an organization’s VoIP phone system initiates a 911 call, simultaneously sending the caller’s exact location (e.g., building, floor, office) and notifying the on-site safety team with a single press. Unlike cell phone apps, which require unlocking the phone, navigating menus, and tapping small icons, this feature is simple and immediate.

Best Practice: No law mandates single button 911 alerting, but it is recommended to enhance emergency response capabilities.

Why It Matters: In high-stress situations, fine motor skills—such as those needed to unlock a phone, locate an app, or tap small icons—are often impaired due to adrenaline surges, panic, or fear. A single button on a desk phone outperforms cell phone apps by reducing response time, ensuring accurate location data, and enabling instant team notification, significantly enhancing safety in county facilities.

Additional Safety Features