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| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
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| Section | Question | Response |
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| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | FOX | |
| Nielsen DMA | Cincinnati | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.fox19.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: | 6.0 |
| 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 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into the Wild (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8-8:30AM |
| 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 | 1 |
| 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. | Jack Hanna's Into the Wild, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, serves the education and informational needs of teens 13-16 years old. Wildlife expert Jack Hanna and his family explore a variety of wild locations, hosted by regional guides. The shows explore the wildlife, environmental and conservation issues relevant to each area. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Country Mouse and City Mouse Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday - Friday, 9:30-10AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 61 |
| 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 9 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Country Mouse and City Mouse Adventures, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel This TV, is designed to educate and inform children 4-9 years old. The show employs the fun and fascinating worldwide jaunts of the pair of mice to present a body of important new learning. The objectives of the program are to assist viewers to learn techniques associated with critical thinking, decision making and problem solving, and to develop positive personal character attributes and pro-social behaviors. [Regularly scheduled in this time period through 9/23/11] |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| 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 | 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, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel, This TV, is designed to serve the educational and informational needs of children 7-13 years old. The show teaches children critical writing skills through improvisation, storytelling and story theatre. Utilizing humor as a powerful learning tool, GSA sparks enthusiasm for writing through age appropriate sketch comedy, original songs, puppetry, and story theatre. By basing the stories on the writing of elementary school students, children get the message that their words have power, and that their voices are being heard. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Stargate: Infinity (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 10-10:30AM |
| 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 | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 9 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Stargate Infinity, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel THIS TV, is designed to serve the educational and informational needs of children 9-11 years old. Through a series of encounters on new and different worlds, the program promotes the pro-social behaviors of learning to get along with people from other races and cultures, appreciating diversity, and working as a team. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Awesome Adventures (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8:30-9AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 8 |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Awesome Adventures, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, is designed to educate, inform and entertain teens 13-16 about the world around them. Each journey is a lesson the beauty of nature, its creatures and the people who inhabit the land. The shows are not designed to be preachy or pedantic, but rather the goal is to make learning fun. [Regularly scheduled in this time period through 8/20/11 when the contract expired.] |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | This Week in Baseball (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 8:30-9AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | This Week in Baseball, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, serves the cognitive needs of teens 13-16. The program showcases the pro-social on and off field activities of Major League Baseball's leading players and coaches. Working with the National Association for Sports and Physical Education, the program educates teens about dedication, hard work, team work, goal setting and community service; provides examples of responsible social and personal behavior; demonstrates how to deal constructively with the differences among people; and teaches the benefits of physical activity and fitness. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | This Week in Baseball (Main Digital Channel) |
| List date and time rescheduled | Sun, 9/11/11, 7AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | |
| Episode # | Sun, 9/11/11 |
| Reason for Preemption | Non-breaking News |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Exploration (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8:30-9AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 4 |
| 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 | 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, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, serves the cognitive and developmental needs of teens 13-16. Hosted by a member of the noted "Explorers' Club", the program introduces teens to the geography, culture and natural wonders of different locations around the world. [Regularly scheduled in this time period from 8/27-9/17/11] |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whaddyado (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 9-9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | Whaddyado, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, is designed to educate, inform, inspire and entertain teens 13-16. Using dramatic re-enactments and interviews with participants and experts, the show chronicles real life stories of ordinary teens who found themselves in perilous and challenging situations, and how they made the right decisions. Each show also poses a 'moral dilemma' segment, intended to prepare young people to handle difficult situations and make the right choices. [NOTE: The first 1 minute of the episode on Saturday, May 2, 2011 did not air due to a lightning strike at the station's transmitter site. The remainder of the episode aired as scheduled.] |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Whaddyado (Main Digital Channel) |
| List date and time rescheduled | Sun, 9/25/11, 9AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | |
| Episode # | Sat,9/24/11 - 104-11/12 |
| Reason for Preemption | Public Interest |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mystery Hunters (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 9:30-10AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | Mystery Hunters, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, serves the cognitive and developmental needs of teens 13-16. Using two real-life teenage investigators, the show sets out to explore some of the world's greatest myths and mysteries. With the continued theme of 'things aren't always what they seem', the program teaches teens critical thinking skills such as how to gather facts, meet with experts, and develop explanations for unusual phenomena. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Mystery Hunters (Main Digital Channel) |
| List date and time rescheduled | Sun, 9/25/11, 9:30AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | |
| Episode # | Sat, 9/24/11, 026 |
| Reason for Preemption | Public Interest |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 7:30-8AM |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Atlas, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, is an entertaining and educational half-hour program that explores the world of animal wildlife, promoting a better understanding of how various animal species live and what they need to survive. Animal Atlas also promotes responsibility toward wildlife issues by educating the viewer about endangered species and wildlife habitats, as well as informing viewers how to support wildlife conservation. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas Classics (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 7-7:30AM |
| 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Atlas Classics, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, is an entertaining and educational half-hour program that explores the world of animal wildlife, promoting a better understanding of how various animal species live and what they need to survive. Animal Atlas also promotes responsibility toward wildlife issues by educating the viewer about endangered species and wildlife habitats, as well as informing viewers how to support wildlife conservation. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On the Spot (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8:30-9am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 0 |
| Total times aired | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| 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. | On the Spot, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, serves the cognitive needs of teens 13-16 by posing the dilemma - Can you answer questions ON THE SPOT? The host, comedian Eric Schwartz, hits the streets to present everyday people with trivia questions from a variety of subjects that they should probably know the answers to. But do they? After each question, Eric reveals the right answer with an entertaining explanation. [New program - first airdate on 9/24/11 displaced to secondary home by live local public interest program] |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | On the Spot (Main Digital Channel) |
| List date and time rescheduled | Sunday, 9/25/11, 7AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | |
| Episode # | Saturday, 9/24/11 - 101 |
| Reason for Preemption | Public Interest |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Liberty's Kids (THIS TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday - Friday, 9:30-10AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 5 |
| 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 | 7 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Liberty's Kids, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel, This TV, is designed to serve the educational and information needs of children 7-12 years old. This exciting series thrusts viewers into the dramatic fray of the War of Independence, as seen through the eyes of kids who are working as roving reporters for Benjamin Franklin. The series is packed with action, while confronting moral decisions head on, using the drama of historical events as the backdrop for the conflicts faced by the young protagonists. [Regularly scheduled in this time period beginning 9/26/11 and will continue for 4th Quarter 2011] |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Busy World of Richard Scarry (This TV) |
| 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 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Busy World of Richard Scarry, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel This TV, is designed to serve the educational and information needs of pre-school and early elementary school age children. The aim of the series is to stimulate imagination and teach pro-social behaviors, as well as encouraging mastery of motor, language and social skills needed for later academic learning. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Cake (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 12-12:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| Total times aired | 13 |
| Number of Preemptions | 1 |
| Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News | |
| Number of Preemptions Rescheduled | 1 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Cake, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel THIS TV, is designed to serve the educational and informational needs of children 8-12 years old. The goal of the program is to encourage creativity and individuality using everyday, recycled objects. Each episode presents pro-social solutions to issues facing young adolescents. [Show was interrupted by technical problems on 7/23/11, rebroadcast on 7/29/11] |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | Cake (This TV) |
| List date and time rescheduled | Friday, 7/29/11, 10AM |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | Yes |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | |
| Episode # | Sat, 7/23/11 - 104 |
| Reason for Preemption | Other |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Busytown Mysteries (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| 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 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Busytown Mysteries, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel THIS TV, is designed to serve the educational and informational needs of children 3-7 years old. The program addresses critical learning to learn skills in pre-school and early elementary school children, such as asking questions, observation, analysis and judgment. Also encourages pro-social behaviors associated with discovery and problem-solving. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 17) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Busy World of Richard Scarry (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 11:30A-12P |
| 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 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Busy World of Richard Scarry, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel This TV, is designed to serve the educational and information needs of pre-school and early elementary school age children. The aim of the series is to stimulate imagination and teach pro-social behaviors, as well as encouraging mastery of motor, language and social skills needed for later academic learning. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (1 of 1) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Exploration with Jarod Miller (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled: | Saturday, 5:30-6am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time: | 9 |
| Number of Preemptions | 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, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, serves the cognitive and developmental needs of teens 13-16. Hosted by a member of the noted "Explorers' Club", the program introduces teens to the geography, culture and natural wonders of different locations around the world. [Regularly scheduled in this time period through 8/20/11 and again beginning 9/24/11] |
| Does the program have educating and informing children ages 16 and under as a significant purpose? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Does the Licensee provide information regarding the program, including an indication of the target child audience, to publishers of program guides consistent with 47 C.F.R. Section 73.673? | 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 | Rick Oliver |
| Address | 635 West 7th Street |
| City | Cincinnati |
| State | OH |
| Zip | 45203 |
| Telephone Number | (513) 562-2405 |
| Email Address | roliver@fox19.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. | Section 4 is blank and the answers to Questions 7b and 7c are NO, due to the fact that WXIX is no longer broadcasting an analog stream. WXIX-TV airs a variety of public service announcements in kids/teens time periods. Campaigns include Dental Health, the environment and promoting graduation. WXIX-TV is also involved in a wide variety of ongoing and seasonal non-broadcast activities, such as in school tutoring, sports education, hunger prevention, and in school drug free initiatives. |
| Other Matters (1 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dino Squad (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 12:30-1:00PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | Dino Squad, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel THIS TV, is designed to serve the educational and informational needs of children aged 9-11. Five quirky teens deal with the day to day challenges of high school which transforming into dinosaurs and working together to protect the earth from environmental destruction. [Airs Saturday at 12:30PM beginning 10/1/11] |
| Other Matters (2 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas Classics (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 7-7:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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 Atlas Classics, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, is an entertaining and educational half-hour program that explores the world of animal wildlife, promoting a better understanding of how various animal species live and what they need to survive. Animal Atlas also promotes responsibility toward wildlife issues by educating the viewer about endangered species and wildlife habitats, as well as informing viewers how to support wildlife conservation. |
| Other Matters (3 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Liberty's Kids (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday-Frisdau, 9:30-10AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 65 |
| 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. | Liberty's Kids, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel, This TV, is designed to serve the educational and information needs of children 7-12 years old. This exciting series thrusts viewers into the dramatic fray of the War of Independence, as seen through the eyes of kids who are working as roving reporters for Benjamin Franklin. The series is packed with action, while confronting moral decisions head on, using the drama of historical events as the backdrop for the conflicts faced by the young protagonists. [Regularly scheduled in this time period beginning 9/26/11 and will continue for 4th Quarter 2011] |
| Other Matters (4 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | On the Spot (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8:30-9AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | On the Spot, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, serves the cognitive needs of teens 13-16 by posing the dilemma - Can you answer questions ON THE SPOT? The host, comedian Eric Schwartz, hits the streets to present everyday people with trivia questions from a variety of subjects that they should probably know the answers to. But do they? After each question, Eric reveals the right answer with an entertaining explanation. [Will be regularly scheduled in this time period beginning 10/1/11] |
| Other Matters (5 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Dino Squad (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 12-12:30PM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | Dino Squad, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel THIS TV, is designed to serve the educational and informational needs of children aged 9-11. Five quirky teens deal with the day to day challenges of high school which transforming into dinosaurs and working together to protect the earth from environmental destruction. [Airs Saturday at 12:00PM beginning 10/1/11] |
| Other Matters (6 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Doodlebops (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 10:30-11AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Doodlebops, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel THIS TV, is designed to serve the education and informational needs of children aged 2 to 5. The show promotes social and academic readiness in pre-school children for subject such as music, mathematics and language, as well as promoting pro-social behaviors and positive personality traits. [Airs Sunday at 10:30AM beginning 10/2/11] |
| Other Matters (7 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Busy World of Richard Scarry (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 11-11:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Busy World of Richard Scarry, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel This TV, is designed to serve the educational and information needs of pre-school and early elementary school age children. The aim of the series is to stimulate imagination and teach pro-social behaviors, as well as encouraging mastery of motor, language and social skills needed for later academic learning. |
| Other Matters (8 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Jack Hanna's Into the Wild (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 8-8:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | Jack Hanna's Into the Wild, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, serves the education and informational needs of teens 13-16 years old. Wildlife expert Jack Hanna and his family explore a variety of wild locations, hosted by regional guides. The shows explore the wildlife, environmental and conservation issues relevant to each area. |
| Other Matters (9 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | The Busy World of Richard Scarry (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 11:30A-12P |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Busy World of Richard Scarry, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel This TV, is designed to serve the educational and information needs of pre-school and early elementary school age children. The aim of the series is to stimulate imagination and teach pro-social behaviors, as well as encouraging mastery of motor, language and social skills needed for later academic learning. |
| Other Matters (10 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Doodlebops Rockin' Road Show (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 10-10:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 2 years to 5 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Doodlebops Rockin' Road Show, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel THIS TV, is designed to serve the educational and informational needs of children aged 2-5. Rock band The Doodlebops help their fans solve pre-school relatable problems by traveling to fun, exciting locations. The show teaches children how to observe and learn from others, as well as core learning information such as letters, numbers and colors. [Airs Sunday at 10:00AM beginning 10/2/11] |
| Other Matters (11 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas (Main Digitial Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 7:30-8AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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 Atlas, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, is an entertaining and educational half-hour program that explores the world of animal wildlife, promoting a better understanding of how various animal species live and what they need to survive. Animal Atlas also promotes responsibility toward wildlife issues by educating the viewer about endangered species and wildlife habitats, as well as informing viewers how to support wildlife conservation. |
| Other Matters (12 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whaddyado (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 9-9:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | Whaddyado, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, is designed to educate, inform, inspire and entertain teens 13-16. Using dramatic re-enactments and interviews with participants and experts, the show chronicles real life stories of ordinary teens who found themselves in perilous and challenging situations, and how they made the right decisions. Each show also poses a 'moral dilemma' segment, intended to prepare young people to handle difficult situations and make the right choices. |
| Other Matters (13 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mystery Hunters (Main Digital Channel) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 9:30-10am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | Mystery Hunters, which airs on WXIX's main digital channel, serves the cognitive and developmental needs of teens 13-16. Using two real-life teenage investigators, the show sets out to explore some of the world's greatest myths and mysteries. With the continued theme of 'things aren't always what they seem', the program teaches teens critical thinking skills such as how to gather facts, meet with experts, and develop explanations for unusual phenomena. |
| Other Matters (14 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 10-10:30AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 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, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel, This TV, is designed to serve the educational and informational needs of children 7-13 years old. The show teaches children critical writing skills through improvisation, storytelling and story theatre. Utilizing humor as a powerful learning tool, GSA sparks enthusiasm for writing through age appropriate sketch comedy, original songs, puppetry, and story theatre. By basing the stories on the writing of elementary school students, children get the message that their words have power, and that their voices are being heard. |
| Other Matters (15 of 15) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Busytown Mysteries (This TV) |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 10:30-11AM |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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, which airs on WXIX's secondary digital channel THIS TV, is designed to serve the educational and informational needs of children 3-7 years old. The program addresses critical learning to learn skills in pre-school and early elementary school children, such as asking questions, observation, analysis and judgment. Also encourages pro-social behaviors associated with discovery and problem-solving. |
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