Through ConnectED PA, PSBA and Diamond Communications support improved cellular connectivity for Pennsylvania school districts. 

ConnectED PA helps districts evaluate coverage, plan infrastructure improvements, and expand reliable wireless access in and around school communities.

Building Wireless Infrastructure on School Properties

With the ConnectED PA program, Diamond Communications helps school districts assess current levels of cellular service, evaluate the potential to improve connectivity, market school properties to cellular carriers and develop wireless infrastructure on school district property.  

The overall objective is to strengthen wireless carrier service near school campuses and the surrounding communities. In addition, the ConnectEd PA program can help establish a long-term revenue stream for the school district. Together, PSBA and Diamond Communications support Pennsylvania school districts in achieving reliable connectivity to improve public safety and keep families and communities connected.

 

 

Cellular Connectivity

When utilizing ConnecdEd PA, districts may experience the following benefits:

  • Enhanced emergency communications across campuses and communities
  • Improved wireless connectivity in and around schools

With ConnectED PA, districts have the opportunity to bring improved wireless coverage and emergency communications to students and staff on campus, and to the broader community. 

 

No Cost to the District; Potential to Earn Revenue for Your District

ConnectEd PA is a no-cost program with the potential to provide a long-term revenue stream and help districts invest more money in their students. Districts can benefit from:

  • Potential for wireless infrastructure investments on school district property at no cost to the district
  • Shared revenue from wireless carrier installations
  • Retained ownership of the land and approval rights on all proposals