| Section | Question | Response |
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| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? | No |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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MONTCLAIR COMMUNICATIONS, INC. Doing Business As: MONTCLAIR COMMUNICATIONS, INC. |
Lara Kunkler 101 DEVON RD. CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA 22903 United States |
+1 (239) 939-6236 |
KUNK@WATER.NET |
Company |
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
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Deborah Abbott Director of Programming Montclair Communications |
3719 Central Avenue Fort Myers, FL 33901 United States |
+1 (239) 939-6218 |
dabbott@water.net |
Director of Programming |
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DAN E. Billings DIRECTOR OF ENGINEERING WZVN(TV) |
3719 CENTRAL AVE. FT. MYERS, FL 33901 United States |
+1 (239) 939-6299 |
DANB@WATER.NET |
Technical Representative |
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Anne Goodwin Crump Fletcher, Heald & Hildreth, P.L.C. |
1300 NORTH 17TH STREET ELEVENTH FLOOR ARLINGTON, VA 22209 United States |
+1 (703) 812-0426 |
CRUMP@FHHLAW.COM |
Legal Representative |
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | ABC | |
| Nielsen DMA | Ft. Myers-Naples | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.abc-7.com |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 4.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of free over-the-air digital video programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream | 168.0 |
| State the average number of hours per week of Core Programming broadcast by the station on other than its main program stream. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671: | 5.0 |
| Does the Licensee provide information identifying each Core Program aired on its station, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee certify that at least 50% of the Core Programming counted toward meeting the additional programming guideline (applied to free video programming aired on other than the main Yes No program stream) did not consist of program episodes that had already aired within the previous seven days either on the station's main program stream or on another of the station's free digital program streams? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (1 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Born to Explore |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11:30a-12n ET (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Developed and produced for 13 to16 year olds, the worlds cultures and its geographical wonders come alive as the youngest president in Explorers Club history, Richard Wiese, takes viewers on a globetrotting adventure. In this weekly half hour series, Richard uncovers amazing faces of nature and man made treasures. Wiese takes the role of the ultimate Social Studies teacher to a new level, bringing the viewing audience to the places and people of our world who form our cultures. In South Carolina. Richard meets some four legged athletes who are making a big splash as they compete in water events to see who can jump higher and swim faster they are known as Dock Dogs, Richard Wiese travels from Botswana to South Africa and Tanzania to Namibia in search of the wildlife that defines the African safari, and Wiese visits one of the worlds most unique and breathtaking wildlife reserve, the LEO Zoological Conservation Center in Greenwich CT, which houses more than 50 species, including cheetahs, orangutans, giraffes, penguins, kangaroos, monkeys and camels. In 4th quarter Outback Adventures with Tim Faulkner will air in this time period. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Wildlife Docs |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 10:30-11am ET (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Wildlife Docs, targeting a young teen audience ages 13 to 16, follows the surprising, exotic, and challenging lives of a veterinary staff that cares for over 2,000 animals. From nutrition to treatments, x-rays to surgery, preventative care to emergencies, this educational and information program will allow viewers to witness a kaleidoscope of wild experiences through the eyes of our Veterinary Team. Unpredictable events unfold giving viewers a glimpse of the enormity, variety, and quality of treatment that sets the standard for animal care from annual physicals and checkups to life saving procedures. This quarter when a cotton top tamarin goes in for his regular check-up, The Wildlife Docs discover he has diabetes, journey to Bwindi Impenetrable Forest, in the heart of Africa, as The Wildlife Docs witness an amazing wild gorilla family. Discover how gorilla babies learn to climb trees in the jungle, and Dr. Pete journeys to Africa to help the Uganda Wildlife Authority figure out a mysterious disease affecting the lions of Kidepo Valley National Park. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays/9-9:30 AM ET (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Wildlife expert and animal ambassador, Jack Hanna, brings the viewer face to face with the best of the beasts. In this weekly half hour series that will engage viewers ages 13 to 16, as well as the whole family Jack highlights his favorite animals and adventures from around the world. Presented in countdown style, Jack offers up a different top ten each week in a variety of categories. What are the top ten fastest animals in Africa, tallest insects, biggest eaters, smartest birds, Jack will answer all of these questions and more. As Jack reveals the categories, he gives further insights and interesting facts about the animals allowing viewers of all ages the opportunity to be entertained as well as learn more about the fascinating animal kingdom in Jack Hannas Wild Countdown. Hanna has always had a knack for storytelling with his expressive, genuine, and quirky personality. He will entertain viewers as he counts down facts and experiences about some of the rarest, most endearing, and fascinating animals. This quarter join Jungle Jack as he counts down six species that turn heads, like Moose, Elk, Cape Buffalo, Proboscis Monkeys and more. Whether its amazing antlers, awesome noses, or armored horns, every animal is sporting some of the most handsome head gear in the animal kingdom, meet working dogs on patrol to save rhinos and find lost hikers, get a look at rare populations of African Wild Dogs, and meet some amazing dogs that provide love and companionship and meet creatures that mate for life, like Magellanic Penguins from West Africa, Red River Hogs, Chilean Flamingos, Golden Lion Tamarins and more. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Explorations with Jarod Miller |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12n-12:30p (9/4 moved to Sundays 12n-12:30pm)ET primary |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller is a half hour animal adventure live action series with the primary educational and informational mission to inspire viewers, especially the targeted teen audience ages 13 to 16, to preserve the innate human instinct to explore and better understand the wonders of the animal world. The producers design each episode to reveal to the young audience the world around them that in a way identifies positive role models and pro social values within an environmentally responsible universe to the animal kingdom. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective as he travels to various locales and imparts information in an entertaining and memorable way to the audience. Program content is built around a theme such as the need for speed, animal heroes, or with ties to the animals environment adaptability or intelligence. Each show features a did you know segment enabling viewers to take away something useful in their everyday life. There is also a complementary website where young viewers can learn even more about the animal kingdom. This quarter Jarod explores animals people might tend to think of as creepy and looks at how their distinctive appearances and habits help them to survive in nature, Jarod explores animals with unique diets and unusual eating habits, he explores animals that have a fierce disposition and the way that attitude helps them to survive in the wild and Jarod continues his exploration of animals with unusual names and how they earned them. On September 4th, program moved to Sundays at 12noon to accommodate ABC Networks College Football schedule and will remain in the time period through the end of the year. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 8-9am ET WZVN D2 secondary digital (MeTV) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 60 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 7 years to 13 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Green Screen Adventures sparks enthusiasm for writing through age-appropriate sketch comedy, original songs, puppetry, and story theatre. The stories are based on the writing of elementary school students, ages 7-13. Children get the message that their words have power, that their voices are being heard. The diverse Green Screen company of performers and writers reinforce critical writing skills and share positive social messages. The educational content reflect current learning standards and is reviewed in collaboration with educators. GSA segments include: BRAIN GAMES which incorporates research papers and factual reports with an emphasis on organization and accuracy; STORY THEATRE brings fiction to life and examines ideas and themes as well as elements of character, setting and plot. Descriptive language emphasizes an expanding vocabulary. It also integrates components like parts of speech, dialogue and punctuation. PUPIL'S COURT analyzes the varying side of arguments that are the foundation for powerful persuasive writing; POET TREE allows for self expression through forms of poetry; FOOD FOLKS incorporates handmade puppets to provide another creative approach to storytelling and BEYOND WORDS highlights illustrations and visual art techniques. The primary goal is to generate more writing in schools and among students. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sea Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 10-10:30am ET(primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The half-hour weekly series, Sea Rescue, features the rescue, rehabilitation and - in many instances - release back into the wild of ocean wildlife. Produced for ages 13-16, Sea Rescue offers educational and entertaining television by demonstrating the welfare and medical benefits that rescue and rehabilitation programs provide animals. Viewers will also learn that there's a reciprocal benefit: rescued animals provide valuable insight into their biology and place in ecology. This information adds to the pool of knowledge necessary to conserve and preserve threatened and endangered species. This quarter rescue teams in Maui respond to a young, emaciated humpback whale severely entangled in heavy gauge line, a rare leatherback sea turtle stranded in South Carolina and rescuers hope this will become the first successfully rescued, rehabilitated and returned leatherback in state history, a mysterious substance appears in the San Francisco Bay and threatens the lives of hundreds of sea birds. A young harbor seal is brought into SeaWorld San Diego with a broken back and a mysterious illness, and rescuers wade in to help a badly sunburned dolphin stranded on a sandbar. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rock The Park |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 11-11:30am ET (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rock the Park is a weekly halfhour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series our hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with the majestic beauty of nature and explore the secrets of some of the most amazing places on earth. It is destination fire and ice as Jack and Colton head to Yellowstone National Park for a winter adventure in the Rockies, Colton and Jack are in for some ups and down while visiting Yosemite National Park in California. They get their hands dirty while learning about the parks efforts to reduce trash going to landfill and rattlesnakes, intense heat and the Rio Grandes Rock Slide give the guys all they can handle in the Lone Star State. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Travel Thru History |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 9-10am WZVN D2 (MeTV) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 60 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Travel Through History, targets the 13 to 16 year old audience, in a thought provoking, entertaining and educational travelogue format. Viewers will be taken on an educational field trip weekly to areas throughout the United States - destinations that have more than natural beauty or theme parks to offer. The program is designed to spark interest and enthusiasm for the rich history that surrounds the United States - giving facts and information to satisfy curiosity while educating viewers how the past has implications for the future. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Saved by the Bell |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 10am-12n WZVN D2 (MeTV) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 120 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Saved By The Bell is a weekly television series targeted to teens 13-16 years of age, which explores social themes and coping strategies through the daily school life of six teen-aged friends at Bayside High who help each other make the most of growing up in a complicated world. The multi-ethnic cast members serve as role models for young teen viewers as they deal with such issues as dealing with the death of a loved one, the right to say "no," the meaning of heroism, peer pressure, teenage alcohol use and other issues of particular concern to young teens. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mystery Hunters |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 10-11amET WZVN secondary digital (MeTV) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 60 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Mystery Hunters explores some of the world's greatest myths and mysteries. Combining on-site reporting and exciting adventures, the Mystery Hunters use science and reasoning to try to uncover the truth. The program teaches children how to gather facts, meet with experts, debunk common myths, and offer explanations for legends. This series, geared toward an audience of 13-16 year olds, was the 2006 Winner of a Parents' Choice Award. Series moves to Sundays at 7am in October to anchor the childrens program block on MeTV |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ocean Mysteries with Jeff Corwin |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:30-10am ET (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Ocean Mysteries offers a fresh approach to the quest for aquatic understand by blending stories of fascinating sea creatures, comparisons to popular land animals and analogies to human experience. Hosted by Jeff Corwin, Ocean Mysteries is produced for ages 13-16 and beyond as the program shows how animals share the same behaviors, challenges and triumphs that humans do. From exciting rescue of abandoned animals to unexpected conflicts in the family dynamics of the mingling species, viewers will get to know and care about these heroes and all of the fascinating life teeming in our oceans. During 3rd quarter Jeff Corwin ventures into the spectacular and unique cloud forest of Costa Rica to discover some of its most endangered and fascinating residents, Jeff joins Brian Kubiki, founder and director of the Costa Rican Amphibian Research Center to learn more about the lives of some of the amazing frogs and salamanders living in the rain forest. Corwin embarks on an amazing journey along the Mae Klong River in Thailand to see the elusive and mysterious freshwater giant stingray, At the South Carolina Aquarium, Jeff helps biologists save endangered sea turtles. At the Alaska SeaLife Center, Jeff helps protect a group of wild sea lions. At the Monterey Bay Aquarium in California, Jeff rescues a young sea otter pup. Next quarter Jeff Corwin will host Ocean Treks which will air in this time period. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Aqua Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays, 12:30-1pm (8/25 moved to Sundays 12:30-1pm) ET (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 0 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aqua Kids, targeting 13 to 16 year olds, motivates young people to take an active role in preserving aquatic environments and wildlife, by showing and teaching their future responsibility for the ecosystem and aquatic and marine life. The show's mission is to empower this generation, who like none other in history, has both the responsibility and resources to leave the legacy of a healthier, more sustainable planet and make a difference. . Through the use of hands-on collaboration between kids and science researchers and educators, Aqua Kids encourages children to take an active role in protecting the future of their communities and the world. In addition to the award winning show the series offers an interactive website where viewers can test their knowledge and expand their learning. This quarter the Aqua Kids get a first hand look at Manatees that have been injured by boat strikes and toxic algae, in Baltimore then team visits Ft McHenry in Baltimore when boasts a vast urban wetland with hundreds of creatures, and in the Bahamas they swim with wild spotted dolphins and learn about saving the reefs. On August 28th program moved to Sundays at 12:30pm to accommodate Little League coverage and ABC Networks College Football schedule and will remain in the time period through the end of the year |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| Does the Licensee publicize the existence and location of the station's Children's Television Programming Reports (FCC 398) as required by 47 C.F.R. Section 73.3526(e)(11)(iii)? | Yes |
| Name of children's programming liaison | Deborah Abbott |
| Address | 3719 Central Avenue |
| City | Ft Myers |
| State | FL |
| Zip | 33901 |
| Telephone Number | (239) 939-2020 |
| Email Address | dabbott@water.net |
| Include any other comments or information you want the Commission to consider in evaluating your compliance with the Children's Television Act (or use this space for supplemental explanations). This may include information on any other noncore educational and informational programming that you aired this quarter or plan to air during the next quarter, or any existing or proposed non-broadcast efforts that will enhance the educational and informational value of such programming to children. See 47 C.F.R. Section 73.671, NOTES 2 and 3. | Station WZVN has a commitment to air public service announcements that specifically address issues facing young people such as cyber bullying, internet safety, health hazards of smoking, texting while driving, school bus stop safety, stranger danger and other perils community youngsters encounter. WZVN supports the STEM program locally, a collaboration between area businesses and school systems to promote the advancement of educational training and specialization in the areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics with onsite education paths in the broadcasting industry for both teachers and students. WZVN news anchors, reporters , meteorologists and management are also available for classroom visits throughout the school year and other speaking engagements for various groups and organizations. Additionally, numerous WZVN representatives are active throughout the community, some in high profile, decision rendering roles, serving on public service and charity organization committees and boards and volunteering through non profit groups that specifically promote the well being of our area youth. Upon request classrooms and organizations can tour the station facilities learning more about how the departments function and potential careers to consider in the industry. |
| Other Matters (1 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 9:30-10amET Primary Digital |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Produced for viewers aged 13 to16, and the whole family, Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin is hosted by Emmy award-winning television host Jeff Corwin. In this weekly half hour series, Jeff embarks on journeys to fascinating global locations most people have only dreamed of visiting. Each episode brings Jeff to a unique area of the world where he will explore the areas natural wonders to bring viewers closer to nature, wildlife and manmade treasures. From mountain climbs to deep sea dives, helicopter rides and glacier treks, Jeff brings young audiences on the inspirational trip of a lifetime. |
| Other Matters (2 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Rock the Park |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays/11-11:30AM ET(primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series our hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with the majestic beauty of nature and explore the secrets of some of the most amazing places on earth. |
| Other Matters (3 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mystery Hunters |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 7-8amET , WZVN D2 secondary (MeTV) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 60 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Mystery Hunters explores some of the worlds greatest myths and mysteries. Combining on site reporting and exciting adventures, the Mystery Hunters uses science and reasoning to try to uncover the truth. The program teaches children how to gather facts, meet with experts, debunk common myths, and offer explanations for legends. This series, geared toward an audience of 13 to16 year olds, was the 2006 Winner of a Parents Choice Award. |
| Other Matters (4 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays/9-9:30 AM ET (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In this weekly half-hour series that will engage viewers 13-16, as well as the whole family, wildlife expert Jack Hanna highlights some of his favorite animals and adventures from around the world. Presented in countdown style, Jack offers up a different 'top ten' each week in a variety of categories. What are the top ten 'fastest animals in Africa,' 'tallest insects,' 'biggest eaters,' smartest birds'...Jack will answer all of these questions and more. As Jack reveals the categories, he gives further insights and interesting facts about the animals allowing viewers of all ages the opportunity to be entertained as well as learn more about the fascinating animal kingdom in Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown. |
| Other Matters (5 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Beakman's World |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 8-9amET WZVN D2 (secondary) MeTV |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 60 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This live action series based on the comic strip You Can with Beakman by Jok Church proves that learning about science and nature can be fun and fascinating. Targeting a 13 to 16 year old audience Performance artist Paul Zaloom stars as the slightly nutty but never boring scientist whose answers to kids questions reveal the relationships between principles of science and nature and how they impact our daily environment. Topics are addressed with cutting edge humor and state of the art visuals designed to make learning fun. |
| Other Matters (6 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Saved by the Bell |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 10am-12N WZVN D2 secondary |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 120 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Saved By The Bell is a weekly television series targeted to teens 13-16 years of age, which explores social themes and coping strategies through the daily school life of six teen-aged friends at Bayside High who help each other make the most of growing up in a complicated world. The multi-ethnic cast members serve as role models for young teen viewers as they deal with such issues as dealing with the death of a loved one, the right to say "no," the meaning of heroism, teenage alcohol use and other issues of particular concern to young teens. |
| Other Matters (7 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sea Rescue |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays/10-10:30AM ET (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The half-hour weekly series, Sea Rescue, features the rescue, rehabilitation and - in many instances - release back into the wild of ocean wildlife. Produced for ages 13-16, Sea Rescue offers educational and entertaining television by demonstrating the welfare and medical benefits that rescue and rehabilitation programs provide animals. Viewers will also learn that there's a reciprocal benefit: rescued animals provide valuable insight into their biology and ecology. This information adds to the pool of knowledge necessary to conserve threatened and endangered species. Each week, Sea Rescue will leave its audience inspired by the real-life stories of the featured animals and rescuers and with a fuller understanding of the rich array of sea life with which we share our planet. |
| Other Matters (8 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Aqua Kids |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 12:30-1pm (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aqua Kids motivates young people to take an active role in preserving aquatic environments and wildlife, by showing how other kids just like them can do the same. Whether it's saving sea turtles or participating in a beach cleanup, the Aqua Kids demonstrate the real and lasting contribution children can make in protecting the future of their community and the world. The show inspires and empowers kids to help turn the devastation around to save the water environments of the world. |
| Other Matters (9 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Bill Nye, The Science Guy |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 9-10amET WZVN D2 (secondary) MeTV |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 60 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | With 28 Emmys and a slew of other prestigious awards, Bill Nye, a way cool scientist knows how to get kids fired up about science. From Earth science to complex discussions on genetics, Bill Nyes enthusiasm for all things science is contagious. Targeting a 13 to 16 year old audience the show engages students with a science understanding, learning through experimentation and science action through social justice to understand their responsibility to care for our planet. |
| Other Matters (10 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wildlife Docs |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays/10:30-11am ET (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The half-hour weekly series, The Wildlife Docs, produced for ages 13-16 follows the surprising, exotic, and challenging lives of a veterinary staff that cares for over 2,000 animals. From nutrition to treatments, x-rays to surgery, preventative care to emergencies, this educational and information program will allow viewers to witness a kaleidoscope of wild experiences through the eyes of our Veterinary Team. Unpredictable events unfold giving viewers a glimpse of the enormity, variety, and quality of treatment that sets the standard for animal care. |
| Other Matters (11 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Explorations with Jarod Miller |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays, 12n-12:30pm (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller is a half hour animal adventure live action series with the primary educational and informational mission to inspire viewers, especially the targeted teen audience ages 13 to 16, to preserve the innate human instinct to explore and better understand the wonders of the animal world. The producers design each episode to reveal to the young audience the world around them that in a way identifies positive role models and pro social values within an environmentally responsible universe to the animal kingdom. Each week Jarod looks at exotic and domestic animals from his own unique perspective as he travels to various locales and imparts information in an entertaining and memorable way to the audience. Program content is built around a theme such as the need for speed, animal heroes, or with ties to the animals environment adaptability or intelligence. Each show features a did you know segment enabling viewers to take away something useful in their everyday life. There is also a companion website where young viewers can learn even more about the animal kingdom. Some animals have only basic levels of intelligence and some are very smart. |
| Other Matters (12 of 12) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Outback Adventures with Tim Faulkner |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays/11:30-12N ET (primary) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | This is a live action, half-hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Produced for ages 13 to16, this educational and informational program is hosted by wildlife expert Tim Faulkner. Viewers will be provided an eye opening experience as Tim, animal expert and wildlife park operations manager, showcases the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Audiences will be brought closer to the natural world as Tim explores the habitats and adventures of creatures of all sizes, |
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The undersigned certifies that he or she is (a) the party filing the Children's Television Programming, or an officer, director, member, partner, trustee, authorized employee, or other individual or duly elected or appointed official who is authorized to sign on behalf of the party filing the Children's Television Programming; or (b) an attorney qualified to practice before the Commission under 47 C.F.R. Section 1.23(a), who is authorized to represent the party filing the Children's Television Programming, and who further certifies that he or she has read the document; that to the best of his or her knowledge, information,and belief there is good ground to support it; and that it is not interposed for delay. FAILURE TO SIGN THIS APPLICATION MAY RESULT IN DISMISSAL OF THE APPLICATION AND FORFEITURE OF ANY FEES PAID Upon grant of this application, the Authorization Holder may be subject to certain construction or coverage requirements. Failure to meet the construction or coverage requirements will result in automatic cancellation of the Authorization. Consult appropriate FCC regulations to determine the construction or coverage requirements that apply to the type of Authorization requested in this application. WILLFUL FALSE STATEMENTS MADE ON THIS FORM OR ANY ATTACHMENTS ARE PUNISHABLE BY FINE AND/OR IMPRISONMENT (U.S. Code, Title 18, §1001) AND/OR REVOCATION OF ANY STATION AUTHORIZATION (U.S. Code, Title 47, §312(a)(1)), AND/OR FORFEITURE (U.S. Code, Title 47, §503). |
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| I certify that this application includes all required and relevant attachments. | Yes |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
Deborah Abbott Director of Programming 10/07/2016 |
