| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type |
|---|
| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | ion | |
| Nielsen DMA | Alaska | |
| Web Home Page Address |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
| State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream | 3.0 |
| 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: | 3.0 |
| 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 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Turbo Dogs |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/26-2/4 Wednesdays @ 7AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Adapted from the series of popular children's books by Bob Kolar, "Turbo Dogs" is a new 3D animated series set in Racerville, a town filled with dogs who are wild about racing. Each week, the canines encounter situations that require them to think through the "rules of the road"-issues that challenge the racers (and the television audience) to work hard, believe in themselves, play fair, and respect and get along with others. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jane and the Dragon |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 2/6-3/25 Thursdays @ 7AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 6 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Jane and the Dragon is a coming of age story about a middle-class, medieval thirteen year old girl who lives in the Royal Court with her family. As an only child, Jane is raised to be a lady-in-waiting but through her determination and a stroke of luck, she ends up being trained as a Knight in the King's Guard instead. Accompanied by her best friend, a giant green Dragon who lives in her backyard, Jane experiences a series of adventures that test her character and her skills as a young knight in a castle full of friends and foes. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Zula Patrol |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 2/6-3/25 Wedensdays @ 7AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Zula's comprehensive program addresses the national call for science literacy education among the very audience for whom research demonstrates that early intervention is most effective. By reaching pre-kindergarten and early elementary students, Zula can provide a critical foundation in understanding science concepts and content. The TV program provides science education and character building lessons in an entertaining format thru characters that travel in space. The Zula Patrol's developers have designed an integrated approach, teaching science through engaging stories with humor, character building social lessons and supporting materials. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Shelldon |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays @ 7AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Shelldon is an animated series that takes place in Shell Land, a mythical undersea world populated by characters from a wide array of water-dwelling species. The main character, Shelldon, is an orphaned yoka shell mollusk adopted by the Clam family and living with them in the family-owned Charming Clam Inn. Dr. Shell, an elder and verated inventor, and Connie, a cowry shell classmate of Shelldon's also live at the Inn. Shelldon and his buddies Herman and Connie always work together and solve problems that they face in school or in the community. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Willa's Wild Life |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursdays @ 7:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Willa is a new animated series centered on a six-year-old girl, and her menagerie of animals. Willa lives at home with her father and pets: an elephant, a giraffe, a pair of performing seals, a bear, penguins and lots of rabbits. In each episode, Willa faces a challenge at home, in school or in her neighborhood. With her animals and best friend Dooley as key elements of her team, Willa works on solutions to overcome her challenge. Together they find way to maintain healthy friendships, experience success, develop competence and become altruistic. With help from her animal friends, Willa figures out how to earn the things she wants by helping others. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Babar |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays @ 7:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Based on the books by Laurent de Brunhoff, Babar is an animated show about a young orphaned elephant who finds the strength to rise above the challenges he faces as he journeys through life. Babar returns to the jungle where he builds the city of Celesteville and is crowned king of the elephants. A dedicated ruler and father, Babar and his family experience many challenges as they journey through life and they learn to rise above them through strength and optimism. Each episode of the show develops a social emotional message such as taking responsibility, being patient and persistent in hard work and respecting people's privacy. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pearlie |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesdays @ 7:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Pearlie recounts the weekly escapades of an optimistic, amiable fairy who has been appointed by Fairy HQ to maintain order in Jubilee Park. She lives among a dozen assorted characters. While Pearlie is very likeable, she is a bit of a busy body who likes to arrange things according to over ambitious plans that ultimately get her in trouble. She gets along with everyone so ultimately every problem is solved and Pearlie learns a lesson. Learning is a constant process for Pearlie because she had big responsibilities, but she is determined and ends up preserving order and happiness in Jubilee Park. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 8) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Magic School Bus |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | 12/26-2/5 Thursdays @ 7AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 7 |
| Total times aired | |
| Number of Preemptions | 0 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Magic School Bus is a classic show that features the most adventuresome teacher on the planet, Ms. Frizzle and her group of students who dutifully follow her approach to education by taking magical field trips to learn about anything that interests her or them. The students are all curious, but with each one, there is often a personal problem that needs solving and the field trip has a way of dovetailing with the personal challenge to get everything all worked out. The class travels in a magic school bus that can transform its shape and power source and Ms. Frizzle can handle it all, from driving the bus to guiding the children's learning through inquiry. |
| 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 | Andrew Tierney |
| Address | 1310 E. 66th Avenue |
| City | Anchorage |
| State | AK |
| Zip | 99518 |
| Telephone Number | 907-562-5363 |
| Email Address | andy.tierney@kdmd.tv |
| 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. |
| Other Matters (1 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jane and the Dragon |
| Origination | Local |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursdays @ 7AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Jane and the Dragon is a coming of age story about a middle-class, medieval thirteen year old girl who lives in the Royal Court with her family. As an only child, Jane is raised to be a lady-in-waiting but through her determination and a stroke of luck, she ends up being trained as a Knight in the King's Guard instead. Accompanied by her best friend, a giant green Dragon who lives in her backyard, Jane experiences a series of adventures that test her character and her skills as a young knight in a castle full of friends and foes. |
| Other Matters (2 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Babar |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays @ 7:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Based on the books by Laurent de Brunhoff, Babar is an animated show about a young orphaned elephant who finds the strength to rise above the challenges he faces as he journeys through life. Babar returns to the jungle where he builds the city of Celesteville and is crowned king of the elephants. A dedicated ruler and father, Babar and his family experience many challenges as they journey through life and they learn to rise above them through strength and optimism. Each episode of the show develops a social emotional message such as taking responsibility, being patient and persistent in hard work and respecting people's privacy. |
| Other Matters (3 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Willa's Wild Life |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursdays @ 7:30A |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Willa is a new animated series centered on a six-year-old girl, and her menagerie of animals. Willa lives at home with her father and pets: an elephant, a giraffe, a pair of performing seals, a bear, penguins and lots of rabbits. In each episode, Willa faces a challenge at home, in school or in her neighborhood. With her animals and best friend Dooley as key elements of her team, Willa works on solutions to overcome her challenge. Together they find way to maintain healthy friendships, experience success, develop competence and become altruistic. With help from her animal friends, Willa figures out how to earn the things she wants by helping others. |
| Other Matters (4 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Shelldon |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fridays @ 7am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Shelldon is an animated series that takes place in Shell Land, a mythical undersea world populated by characters from a wide array of water-dwelling species. The main character, Shelldon, is an orphaned yoka shell mollusk adopted by the Clam family and living with them in the family-owned Charming Clam Inn. Dr. Shell, an elder and verated inventor, and Connie, a cowry shell classmate of Shelldon's also live at the Inn. Shelldon and his buddies Herman and Connie always work together and solve problems that they face in school or in the community. |
| Other Matters (5 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Zula Patrol |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wedensdays @ 7AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Zula's comprehensive program addresses the national call for science literacy education among the very audience for whom research demonstrates that early intervention is most effective. By reaching pre-kindergarten and early elementary students, Zula can provide a critical foundation in understanding science concepts and content. The TV program provides science education and character building lessons in an entertaining format thru characters that travel in space. The Zula Patrol's developers have designed an integrated approach, teaching science through engaging stories with humor, character building social lessons and supporting materials. |
| Other Matters (6 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pearlie |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesdays @ 7:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 4 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Pearlie recounts the weekly escapades of an optimistic, amiable fairy who has been appointed by Fairy HQ to maintain order in Jubilee Park. She lives among a dozen assorted characters. While Pearlie is very likeable, she is a bit of a busy body who likes to arrange things according to over ambitious plans that ultimately get her in trouble.. She gets along with everyone so ultimately every problem is solved and Pearlie learns a lesson. Learning is a constant process for Pearlie because she had big responsibilities, but she is determined and ends up preserving order and happiness in Jubilee Park. |
| Question | Response |
|---|---|
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. | |
| I declare, under penalty of perjury, that I am an authorized representative of the above-named applicant for the Authorization(s) specified above. |
Ketchikan TV, LLC
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