| 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 |
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| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | CBS | |
| Nielsen DMA | Waco-Temple-Bryan | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.kbtx.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 | 7.0 |
| 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 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Horseland |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30-11am |
| 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 | 3 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Horseland follows events in the lives of a group of kids who visit Horseland, a ranch for horses, and their adventures of riding, raising and entering their horses in competitions. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Busytown Mysteries |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9-9:30am |
| 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 | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem solving twist. Children can follow classic characters as the scour Busytown on fun filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of teh episodes overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Doodlebops Rockin' Roadshow |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8-8:30am |
| 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 | 3 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each episode features a real child, who writes for help or advice with a problem to the Doodles, three animated young members of a band. The child then enters the animated world of the Doodlenet, and sets out on an adventure with the band to find a resolution to the problem, with important life lessons imparted in the process. Each episode reinforces the lesson throuh a musical interlude that encapsulates the educational message. Specific educational objectives of the program include encouraging viewers to develop positive personal qualities such as honesty and initiative, and providing viewers with a basic understanding and appreciation of music. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Danger Rangers |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10-10:30am |
| 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. | Danger Rangers is an animated series focusing on rules for safety in various situations and providing children with clear cut saftety information. The program features animal superheroes that work as a safety squad to protect children. They reinforce concepts of teamwork and preparedness, and model for children the acquisition of important health and safety information. The episodes are structured to present potential safety concerns, such as the need to take proper safety precautions when swimming, and use a song to introduce the relevant steps that should be taken. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Busytown Mysteries |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30-10am |
| 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 | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem solving twist. Children can follow classic characters as the scour Busytown on fun filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of teh episodes overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Doodlebops Rockin Road Show |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30-9am |
| 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 | 3 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each episode features a real child, who writes for help or advice with a problem to the Doodles, three animated young members of a band. The child then enters the animated world of the Doodlenet, and sets out on an adventure with the band to find a resolution to the problem, with important life lessons imparted in the process. Each episode reinforces the lesson throuh a musical interlude that encapsulates the educational message. Specific educational objectives of the program include encouraging viewers to develop positive personal qualities such as honesty and initiative, and providing viewers with a basic understanding and appreciation of music. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 7) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild America |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 11-11:30am |
| 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 | 2 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Witness the vast wonders and infinite diversity of nature firsthand as you bring the wilds of America home. Hosted by Marty Stouffer, this premier wildlife series features up close footage of mammals, birds, reptiles, fish and insects throughout the entire wild lands of North America. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild America |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Sunday 8:30-9am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 2 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | Witness the vast wonders and infinite diversity of nature firsthand as you bring the wilds of America home. Hosted by Marty Stouffer, this premier wildlife series features up close footage of mammals, birds, reptiles, fish and insects throughout the entire wild lands of North America. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Yu Gi Oh! |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday 9:30-10am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 10 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | Yu Gi Oh tells the tale of yugi Mutou, a shorter than normal high school student, who was given an ancient Egyptian artifact known as the Millenium Puzzle in pieces by his grandfather. Upon completing the puzzle he is possessed by another personality which is later discovered to be the spirit of a 3000 year old pirit who forgot everything from his time. As the story goes on the two of them together, with Yugis friends, try to find the secret of the Pharoh's lost memories and his name by way of the card game, Duel Monsters, which is mirrored in the Shadow Games. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dragonball Z Kai |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday 10-10:30am and 10:30-11am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 7 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | The series begins with a flashback of the destruction of Planet Vegeta at the hands of Frieza, and the upbringing of Goku on Earth as depicted in the original Dragon Ball series. Five years have passed since Goku's victory over Piccolo and he has since married Chi-Chi and now has a son named Gohan. Elsewhere, an odd-looking spacecraft crash lands on Earth. Piccolo is nearly killed by the stranger, but this is averted when the man leaver to scout out a more powerful life form. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Exploration |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Sunday 7-7:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 2 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | Ever wanted your own personal tour guide to the world of animals? Dream of dancing with wolves, running with the bulls or flying with the eagles? From cheetahs to chimpanzees, from snakes to snails, from baboons to bears, Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller brings viewers up close and personal with the most fascinating members of the animal kingdom. Exciting, surprising and fun, Animal Exploration entertains, informs and inspires viewers as Jarod interacts with creatures in unexpected ways. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Yu Gi Oh! Zexal |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday 9:30-10am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 3 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | Yu Gi Oh tells the tale of yugi Mutou, a shorter than normal high school student, who was given an ancient Egyptian artifact known as the Millenium Puzzle in pieces by his grandfather. Upon completing the puzzle he is possessed by another personality which is later discovered to be the spirit of a 3000 year old pirit who forgot everything from his time. As the story goes on the two of them together, with Yugis friends, try to find the secret of the Pharoh's lost memories and his name by way of the card game, Duel Monsters, which is mirrored in the Shadow Games. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Yu Gi Oh! Zexal |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday 9-9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | Yu Gi Oh tells the tale of yugi Mutou, a shorter than normal high school student, who was given an ancient Egyptian artifact known as the Millenium Puzzle in pieces by his grandfather. Upon completing the puzzle he is possessed by another personality which is later discovered to be the spirit of a 3000 year old pirit who forgot everything from his time. As the story goes on the two of them together, with Yugis friends, try to find the secret of the Pharoh's lost memories and his name by way of the card game, Duel Monsters, which is mirrored in the Shadow Games. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Tai Chi Chasers |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday 11-11:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 9 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 5 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | After a stange and devastating attack on his home, a young boy named Rai is shocked to discover he's a secret descendent of the Tigeroids, an ancient race of peaceful beings locked in a struggle with the ruthless and cunning Dragonoids. In a parallel universe called Suhn, the Tigeroids and Dragonoids are battling furiously to recover 500 lost tai chi characters. Whoever retrieves these precious and potent symbols will possess the ultimate power to rule their realm and destroy their enemies. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Yu Gi Oh! |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday 11:30am-12pm |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | Yu Gi Oh tells the tale of yugi Mutou, a shorter than normal high school student, who was given an ancient Egyptian artifact known as the Millenium Puzzle in pieces by his grandfather. Upon completing the puzzle he is possessed by another personality which is later discovered to be the spirit of a 3000 year old pirit who forgot everything from his time. As the story goes on the two of them together, with Yugis friends, try to find the secret of the Pharoh's lost memories and his name by way of the card game, Duel Monsters, which is mirrored in the Shadow Games. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Yu Gi Oh! |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday 11-11:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | Yu Gi Oh tells the tale of yugi Mutou, a shorter than normal high school student, who was given an ancient Egyptian artifact known as the Millenium Puzzle in pieces by his grandfather. Upon completing the puzzle he is possessed by another personality which is later discovered to be the spirit of a 3000 year old pirit who forgot everything from his time. As the story goes on the two of them together, with Yugis friends, try to find the secret of the Pharoh's lost memories and his name by way of the card game, Duel Monsters, which is mirrored in the Shadow Games. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna Animal Adventures |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Sunday 7:30-8am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 2 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | Each week Jack Hanna takes millions of family viewers on exciting journeys to learn about animals and the places they live. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Cubix |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday 7-7:30am and 7:30-8am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 2 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | Cubix, set in the year 2044, is the story of a bright eyed young boy named Connor with a deep fascination for robots. His father, who dislikes robots, has never truly been supportive of Connor. As a surprise to his son he purchases them a home and a small doughnut shop in the robot center of the world, Bubble Town, location of the RobixCorp headquarters. In this town robots even outnumber people. The reason for RobixCorp's success is the Emotional Processing Unit, allowing robots to develop their own unique personality, just like a human being. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Sonic X |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday 8-8:30am and 8:30-9am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 5 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | Sonic X is a Japanese anime that is adapted from the Sonic the Hedgehog video game series. So far this is the only TV appearance of Amy, Rose, Cream the Rabbit, Shadow the Hedgehog, and Rouge the Bat. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | No |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (13) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild Limited |
| Call Letters of Station Airing Sponsored Program | KBTX-DT |
| Channel Number of Station Airing Sponsored Program | 50 |
| Did total programming increase? | No |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Sunday 8-8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions: | 0 |
| Length of Program: | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from: | 2 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming | In Wild Ltd, cameras follow Game Ranger Michelle Garforth-Ventor on her adventures both on land and under the water. Michelle meets researchers and veterinarians and learns about their work suggesting job opportunitites in the conservation world. Michelle always teaches about the anatomy of the species at hand, the conservation listing and how we can better preserve their population numbers. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the value of wild spaces and the creatures that live within. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Date Time |
| 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 | Mandy Riske |
| Address | 4141 E. 29th Street |
| City | Bryan |
| State | TX |
| Zip | 77802 |
| Telephone Number | 979-595-1589 |
| Email Address | riske@kbtx.com |
| 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 | Busytown Mysteries |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9:30-10am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem solving twist. Children can follow classic characters as the scour Busytown on fun filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of teh episodes overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (2 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Horseland |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10-10:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Horseland follows events in the lives of a group of kids who visit Horseland, a ranch for horses, and their adventures of riding, raising and entering their horses in competitions. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (3 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Doodlebops Rockin Road Show |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8-8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each episode features a real child, who writes for help or advice with a problem to the Doodles, three animated young members of a band. The child then enters the animated world of the Doodlenet, and sets out on an adventure with the band to find a resolution to the problem, with important life lessons imparted in the process. Each episode reinforces the lesson throuh a musical interlude that encapsulates the educational message. Specific educational objectives of the program include encouraging viewers to develop positive personal qualities such as honesty and initiative, and providing viewers with a basic understanding and appreciation of music. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (4 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Liberty's Kids |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 10:30-11am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The purpose of this series is to introduce viewers to the period leading up to, during and immediately following the American Revolution. Each episode focuses on placing historical events and pivotal figures within an age appropriate context that provides young people with an exciting opportunity to experience this period of history through the eyes of a similar demographic. The programs also include interstitial segments that provide facts in both a newscast and game format, reinforcing the topic of teh episode. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (5 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Doodlebops Rockin Road Show |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 8:30-9am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 8 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Each episode features a real child, who writes for help or advice with a problem to the Doodles, three animated young members of a band. The child then enters the animated world of the Doodlenet, and sets out on an adventure with the band to find a resolution to the problem, with important life lessons imparted in the process. Each episode reinforces the lesson throuh a musical interlude that encapsulates the educational message. Specific educational objectives of the program include encouraging viewers to develop positive personal qualities such as honesty and initiative, and providing viewers with a basic understanding and appreciation of music. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
| Other Matters (6 of 6) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Busytown Mysteries |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday 9-9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 7 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Busytown Mysteries brings the popular adventures of Busytown to preschoolers with an educational, problem solving twist. Children can follow classic characters as the scour Busytown on fun filled adventures looking for answers to life's puzzles. Each episode focuses on fostering viewers' problem solving abilities, as the characters use their skills of observation to collect facts, draw inferences from those facts, and ultimately reach conclusions. Each episode also develops vocabulary through words and concepts that are part of teh episodes overall theme. This program is specifically designed to further the educational and informational needs of children, has educating and informing children as a significant purpose, and otherwise meets the definition of Core Programming as specified in the Commission's rules. |
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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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Gray Television Licensee, Inc.
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