Reliable Solutions That Lift LearninG
Education-grade fiber and managed services for classrooms and campuses
Ready to Build a Smarter Path?
Technology-enabled classrooms have revolutionized the way students interact with information. But learning can’t take place on frozen screens. That’s why DQE’s locally built fiber gives schools a reliable foundation for learning, with E-Rate-aligned solutions for K-12 and flexible options for campuses. With resilient infrastructure sized for instruction, testing, and the future of digital learning, we make sure technology is one thing educators don’t have to worry about.
Planning Aligned to the School Year
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Symmetrical Bandwidth
- Equal upload and download speeds
- Supports streaming, cloud-based learning apps, and online testing
- Handles simultaneous traffic from 1:1 device programs
- Eliminate bottlenecks during high-demand windows
Scalability
- Capacity that grows with enrollment and new tools
- Upgrade bandwidth without starting over
- Flexible options to extend to additional sites as districts expand
- Future-ready design for digital learning initiatives
Built-in Security
- Private, dedicated fiber paths instead of shared circuits
- Optional advanced protections (managed firewall, DDoS mitigation
- Continuous monitoring from our 24/7/365 local NOC
- Proactive alerts and rapid resolution
E-Rate for K-12
Make connectivity affordable.
E-Rate makes it possible for districts to modernize networks without blowing their budgets. At DQE, we understand the intricacies of E-Rate and align our services with program requirements and provide straightforward, bid-ready documentation to simplify the process. Clear quotes, local support, and coordination with your team or consultant keep timelines on track so you can spend less time on forms and more time focused on students.
Dedicated Internet Access (DIA)
Reliable, symmetrical bandwidth for online platforms and 1:1 device programs.
Metro Ethernet
Private links to connect schools, admin buildings, and data centers with predictable performance.
Wavelength Services
High-capacity transport for hub-to-hub backups, video, imaging labs, and research workloads.
Dark Fiber
Long-term flexibility and control for districts and campuses planning decades into the future.
DQE builds networks that match the scale of your vision.
Powering Learning
Beyond the Classroom
Closing the Homework Gap
Connectivity shouldn’t end with the final bell. We extend fiber into schools and communities so students can access what they need, both at home and in class, without hitting a wall.
Supporting Modern Instruction
From cloud-first applications to digital testing and video-based learning, today’s classrooms depend on always-on connectivity. DQE delivers resilient connectivity that gives teachers confidence to innovate and students the tools to succeed.
Investing in Local Schools
Big carriers overlook too many districts, especially in rural or underserved areas. DQE builds where others won’t, bringing enterprise-grade fiber to schools across the region and strengthening the future of every community we serve.
Network & Reliability
Yes. Our engineers and account teams live and work here. When you call, you get someone who knows your district’s environment and can often fix issues without escalation. They may even have kids who go to school in your district!
Our monitoring often catches issues before they’re noticed. If not, we can resolve many problems remotely in minutes. For larger incidents, a local technician is dispatched quickly.
Yes. Our network operations center is staffed 24/7/365 by local engineers who can respond immediately.
Coverage and Scalability
Yes. We design solutions that unify classrooms, administrative offices, and data centers on one resilient backbone, with monitoring and reporting built in.
You can check addresses using our availability tool. If a site isn’t on-net but is near our backbone, we can often extend service, and we’re expanding constantly.
Our network is built to scale. Whether your district doubles its device count or your campus adds new facilities, we can increase capacity without starting over.
E-Rate and Procurement
We provide solutions aligned to E-Rate funding, along with the documentation and quotes your district needs to file on time. We coordinate directly with your consultant or team to keep the process simple.
Yes. We frequently collaborate with district staff and consultants to prepare bid-ready quotes, network maps, and service descriptions.
Installation and Timelines
Yes. We work around academic calendars, testing windows, and construction schedules to minimize disruption.
For fiber-ready sites, installation can often be completed in just a few weeks. If a build is needed, we’ll provide a clear timeline and coordinate around school schedules.
Let’s Keep Your Schools Connected.
Schedule time with a local team member who understands district priorities, E-Rate, and school-specific timelines.
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