Dozens of school districts have selected Zayo Group Holdings, Inc. for E-Rate solutions during the first calendar quarter of 2019. The contracts include a range of dark fiber and lit fiber-based connectivity solutions to provide schools and libraries with high-speed connectivity. Zayo’s 2019 E-Rate deals utilize more than 1,100 route miles of existing fiber network and include more than 800-route miles of new build in 11 states across the U.S. The new build will be leveraged for follow-on tenants, including small cell opportunities. The districts are funding the upgrades through E-Rate, a federal program that subsidizes internet infrastructure for schools and libraries. High-speed internet is vital for digital curricula, which includes online educational resources and streaming media. Zayo works closely with school districts across the nation to deliver high-quality, fiber-based connectivity to replace or upgrade outdated technology.