Geoverse Delivers Broadband Connectivity to Underserved Schools and Communities

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Geoverse, a private cellular networks operator, is addressing the 'Homework Gap' by providing broadband solutions to various school districts across the U.S. Amid ongoing challenges from the pandemic, many students lack sufficient internet access for remote learning. Geoverse supports these districts by establishing secure private networks, leveraging cellular and CBRS spectrum. Recent initiatives are expected to gain momentum with the potential $65 billion funding from the US Infrastructure Bill. This partnership not only enhances educational access but also extends connectivity benefits to municipal needs.

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• Partnerships with state and local school districts enhance educational access.
• Geoverse is leveraging the $65 billion funding opportunity from the US Infrastructure Bill to boost broadband infrastructure.
• Private networks provide secure and controlled internet access for students.

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With Private Cellular solutions, Geoverse helps school districts, municipalities close the ‘Homework Gap’ as Virtual Learning is here to stay

BELLEVUE, Wash.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Geoverse, a national private cellular networks operator, today announced that state and local school districts across the United States are benefiting from Geoverse’s broadband connectivity solutions to fuel education initiatives in underserved areas. Some forward-looking school districts are also pairing these initiatives with Smart City endeavors, including smart traffic lights, smart buildings, connected buses and public broadband connectivity in downtown areas and parks, among other use cases.

The pandemic showcased how significant the “Homework Gap” was in many communities. As students return to in-person classes, many struggle without the same level of broadband connectivity they have access to in school. They either do not have a wired broadband connection at home, or their wireless data plan from a public carrier becomes too expensive to support the bandwidth required by remote learning.

As many as 30 million Americans live in areas where there is no broadband infrastructure to provide minimally acceptable speeds, according to the White House. Through legislative initiatives, including the forthcoming bipartisan US Infrastructure Bill that is expected to include another $65 Billion dollars allocated for broadband infrastructure and internet access, school districts are increasingly opting to build private wireless networks with partners like Geoverse as they come to the realization that remote learning is no longer a short term need. Geoverse brings connectivity to these households using cellular and Citizens Broadband Radio Network (CBRS) wireless spectrum. These private networks are secure and give the school district greater control over what content their students and staff can access.

Geoverse works with state and local education districts in two ways:

• Geoverse partners directly with the district to become a trusted extension of resource-constrained IT departments. One use case includes connecting a large number of students to continue online learning without expensive data overages they might see with a public wireless service provider. The schools have control of what materials and information the students can access online in a more secure fashion than through Wi-Fi and other alternatives.
• Geoverse also works with municipalities where schools are a piece of a larger connectivity puzzle. One use case includes building a private municipal network throughout the city to support secure remote learning for thousands of students across several school districts. In addition to the schools, connectivity is utilized to provide public Wi-Fi on buses and in public areas throughout the city, as well as to control the city’s network of traffic lights.

These advanced networks leverage the ability of both shared and licensed CBRS spectrum to deliver a high-performance and secure connectivity solution, tailored to the physical environment and user community, guaranteeing a high-quality secure, consistent user experience.

“As school districts look to provide broadband access to students who otherwise cannot afford it or do not have access, they are finding they can extend those benefits even further, to the city as a whole,” said Rod Nelson, CEO, Geoverse. “While school districts and cities are taking different approaches to establishing this connectivity, the common thread is Geoverse as the enabler. We’re pleased to play such a significant role in helping school districts around the country provide broadband access to all their students.”

About Geoverse

Geoverse is a national mobile operator that provides turnkey connectivity solutions for enterprises, property owners, and communities. The company’s private 5G/LTE cellular network offering—based on citizens broadband radio service (CBRS) and licensed LTE spectrum—interconnects with major mobile operators, delivering a secure, flexible solution enabling value-added applications and high-performance communications for users and devices. Geoverse, the largest Neutral Host operator in the US, is a subsidiary of ATN International (NASDAQ: ATNI), a company with more than 30 years of experience building and operating cellular solutions for enterprises, carriers, and consumers. www.geoverse.io

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FAQ

What solutions is Geoverse providing for school districts?

Geoverse provides private cellular networks to offer secure broadband connectivity for students in underserved areas.

How does Geoverse help close the Homework Gap?

Geoverse helps close the Homework Gap by ensuring students have access to reliable internet for remote learning through their private network solutions.

What is the significance of the US Infrastructure Bill for Geoverse?

The US Infrastructure Bill, with its $65 billion allocation for broadband, is crucial for Geoverse as it supports the expansion of private wireless networks in schools.

Who can benefit from Geoverse's connectivity solutions?

Both school districts and municipalities can benefit from Geoverse's connectivity solutions, enhancing educational and municipal services.

What technology does Geoverse use for its networks?

Geoverse utilizes cellular and Citizens Broadband Radio Service (CBRS) spectrum to deliver high-performance private networks.