| 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 | CW | |
| Nielsen DMA | Houston | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.39online.com |
| 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 | 336.0 |
| 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: | 8.0 |
| 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 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 38) The Young Icons |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Wednesday, 7:00am |
| 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. | The Young Icons gives you a glimpse inside the lives of the brightest and the best of America's youth (age 18 and younger), including world-class athletes, accomplished artists, scholars, philanthropists, and entrepreneurs. These extraordinary young people are making a real difference in the world, and prove that children really can accomplish amazing and inspirational things. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 38) Mad About.... |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesday, 7:00am |
| 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. | Mad About... conveys important messages about money, savings, and investing in a fun and entertaining way. Each TV episode relies on a small company of skilled comedic actors to explore significant topics within a subject area. It incorporates comic monologues, sketch and improv comedy, eye-catching animation, music videos, humorous "man on the street" interviews, and viewer-created questions about money. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 38) Career Day |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thursday, 7:00am |
| 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. | Career Day aims to provide a safe learning environment for young viewers to become more informed about the gamut of possible careers available to them to explore. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 38.2) Critters Gitters |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday (8:00am & 8:30am) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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 | 6 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Series features a non-violent, adventurous format that can be enjoyed by the entire family while stimulating creativity, promoting team work, and showcasing moral dilemmas and social values. A search and rescue, animal adventure-themed series with an entertaining twist of investigative and detective "super sleuthing" by a group of neighborhood kids, a veterinarian, a marine biologist, a zany professor, and colorful neighborhood characters. Action and stimulating story lines combined with compelling situations along with kids' natural curiosity and a love for animals. Series features a diverse cast providing positive role models. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 38.2) Mustard Pancakes |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday (7:00am & 7:30am) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Mustard Pancakes is designed to contribute to preschool children's social and emotional development, with a secondary focus on literacy and storytelling. Specifically, the series is built upon a substantive educational curriculum that addresses three primary goals: 1. To support and nurture a sense of self-esteem and self-efficacy among three- to-six-year old children, by encouraging them to demonstrate respect for themselves and others. 2. To foster the development of children's social and emotional skills by modeling age-appropriate strategies and behaviors. 3. To simulate children's interest in literacy and storytelling, and to encourage them to express themselves creatively by sharing stories of their own. Growing from this foundation, every episode of the series conveys important social emotional content regarding topics such as cooperation, diversity, respect for others, or coping with failure. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 38) Cubix: Robots for Everyone |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, (7:00am & 7:30am) 01/01 - 02/05/2011 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 12 |
| 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 | 6 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Cubix" seeks to reinforce age-appropriate interpersonal skills, the development of selfconfidence, courage and personal responsibility by exposing children to these lessons within an entertaining, non-threatening, imaginary environment. The Botties and their robots tackle personal and community adversities in creative story lines. Children can see age-appropriate problem-solving strategies and learn to model the appropriate behavior. Through the Botties' experiences, young viewers learn to overcome self-esteem and social competency issues. The characters inspire and promote altruistic behaviors, such as community participation, support, resilience, tolerance, patience, and honesty, while seeking to foster leadership skills and demonstrate the value of teamwork. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 38) Eco Company |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday, 7:00am |
| 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. | Eco Company explores all aspects of being green and understanding how we impact our world. The E-Co team will report on the latest technologies in energy, recycling, conversation and organics and will share stories of young people making a positive impact on the environment. Each week the show will also provide practical tips that teens, and people of all ages can use in their daily lives. In addition, through the dynamic and interactive eco-company.tv website, teens from throughout the country will be able to submit their ideas and videos on how to live Green! |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 38.2) Curiosity Quest |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday (9:00am & 9:30am) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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 | 6 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Curiosity Quest is an upbeat, family, educational program that explores what viewers are curious about. In each show, host Joel Green ventures on a quest to answer viewer's letters of curiosity. Each quest takes the audience on location for an unscripted, hands-on, educational exploration. In addition, throughout each program, Joel will hit the streets to get real and often comical answers to questions pertaining to each episode. Joel's enthusiastic personality often lands him in hilarious situations in pursuit of the answer. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 38.3) Planet X |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday (9:30am, 10:00am & 10:30am) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 117 |
| Total times aired | 24 |
| 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. | "Planet X" seeks to educate young viewers by mixing action and extreme sports content within a balanced and well produced program that features (1) inspiring sports & fitness themes, angles and stories, (2) informational and educational elements on sports training tips from athletes, (3) information on how to get involved in dozens of sports and fitness programs, coverage of sports and products from an insider's perspective, (4) and regular travel and cultural experiences via foreign adventure feature shows all around the world. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Questions | Response |
|---|---|
| Title of Program | (Digital 38.3) Planet X |
| List date and time rescheduled | 01/06 @ 10:00am |
| Is the rescheduled date the second home? | No |
| Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? | Yes |
| Date Preempted | |
| Episode # | 01/04 (10:30am) #4SH09617 |
| Reason for Preemption | Sports |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 38) Magi-Nation |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays (7:00am & 7:30am)02/12 - 02/26/2011 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 14 |
| 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. | To help viewers learn to thoughtfully assess situations and logically set appropriate and responsible goals. To aid viewers to develop techniques associated with critical thinking and creativity in decision-making and problem solving with which to act. To encourage viewers to attain the independence and initiative to act on what is ethically right, and the determination and persistence to carry their aims through to fruition - even in the face of opposition. To teach viewers to accept and appreciate unique abilities and insights in themselves and others, and to employ teamwork to capitalize on individual strengths and overcome individual weaknesses. To encourage viewers to assimilate positive personal qualities, pro-social behaviors and life skills intended to better equip them to take responsible and functional roles within their environment. To increase viewers' core knowledge base and appreciation of the world around us by presenting information across a range of academic areas, including mathematics, language, earth science, ecology, botany, geography and meteorology. |
| 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 | Patricia A. Smith |
| Address | 7700 Westpark Drive |
| City | Houston |
| State | TX |
| Zip | 77063 |
| Telephone Number | (713) 435-2818 |
| Email Address | psmith@39online.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. | The correct response to Question No. 7(b) is NO inasmuch as the station has ceased analog operation. However, a YES response is required in order to enable the submission of this filing. |
| Other Matters (1 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 39.2) Critters Gitters |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays & Sundays, 8am & 8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 6 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Series features a non-violent, adventurous format that can be enjoyed by the entire family while stimulating creativity, promoting team work, and showcasing moral dilemmas and social values. A search and rescue, animal adventure-themed series with an entertaining twist of investigative and detective "super sleuthing" by a group of neighborhood kids, a veterinarian, a marine biologist, a zany professor, and colorful neighborhood characters. Action and stimulating story lines combined with compelling situations along with kids' natural curiosity and a love for animals. Series features a diverse cast providing positive role models. |
| Other Matters (2 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 39.1) Cubix: Robots for Everyone |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 7:00am & 7:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 6 years to 11 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | "Cubix" seeks to reinforce age-appropriate interpersonal skills, the development of selfconfidence, courage and personal responsibility by exposing children to these lessons within an entertaining, non-threatening, imaginary environment. The Botties and their robots tackle personal and community adversities in creative story lines. Children can see age-appropriate problem-solving strategies and learn to model the appropriate behavior. Through the Botties' experiences, young viewers learn to overcome self-esteem and social competency issues. The characters inspire and promote altruistic behaviors, such as community participation, support, resilience, tolerance, patience, and honesty, while seeking to foster leadership skills and demonstrate the value of teamwork. |
| Other Matters (3 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 39.2) Curiosity Quest |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays & Sundays, 9:00am & 9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 6 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Curiosity Quest is an upbeat, family, educational program that explores what viewers are curious about. In each show, host Joel Green ventures on a quest to answer viewer's letters of curiosity. Each quest takes the audience on location for an unscripted, hands-on, educational exploration. In addition, throughout each program, Joel will hit the streets to get real and often comical answers to questions pertaining to each episode. Joel's enthusiastic personality often lands him in hilarious situations in pursuit of the answer. |
| Other Matters (4 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 39.1) Career Day |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 8:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Career Day aims to provide a safe learning environment for young viewers to become more informed about the gamut of possible careers available to them to explore. |
| Other Matters (5 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 39.1)Eco Company |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 7:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Eco Company explores all aspects of being green and understanding how we impact our world. The E-Co team will report on the latest technologies in energy, recycling, conversation and organics and will share stories of young people making a positive impact on the environment. Each week the show will also provide practical tips that teens, and people of all ages can use in their daily lives. In addition, through the dynamic and interactive eco-company.tv website, teens from throughout the country will be able to submit their ideas and videos on how to live Green! |
| Other Matters (6 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 39.1) Mad About.... |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 7:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Mad About... conveys important messages about money, savings, and investing in a fun and entertaining way. Each TV episode relies on a small company of skilled comedic actors to explore significant topics within a subject area. It incorporates comic monologues, sketch and improv comedy, eye-catching animation, music videos, humorous "man on the street" interviews, and viewer-created questions about money. |
| Other Matters (7 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 39.3) Planet X |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Monday, Tuesday & Wednesday, 9:00am & 9:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 78 |
| 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. | "Planet X" seeks to educate young viewers by mixing action and extreme sports content within a balanced and well produced program that features (1) inspiring sports & fitness themes, angles and stories, (2) informational and educational elements on sports training tips from athletes, (3) information on how to get involved in dozens of sports and fitness programs, coverage of sports and products from an insider's perspective, (4) and regular travel and cultural experiences via foreign adventure feature shows all around the world. |
| Other Matters (8 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 39.1) The Young Icons |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sunday, 8:00am (beginning 2/6/11) |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | The Young Icons gives you a glimpse inside the lives of the brightest and the best of America's youth (age 18 and younger), including world-class athletes, accomplished artists, scholars, philanthropists, and entrepreneurs. These extraordinary young people are making a real difference in the world, and prove that children really can accomplish amazing and inspirational things. |
| Other Matters (9 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 39.1) Magi-Nation |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturday, 7:00am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| 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. | To help viewers learn to thoughtfully assess situations and logically set appropriate and responsible goals. To aid viewers to develop techniques associated with critical thinking and creativity in decision-making and problem solving with which to act. To encourage viewers to attain the independence and initiative to act on what is ethically right, and the determination and persistence to carry their aims through to fruition - even in the face of opposition. To teach viewers to accept and appreciate unique abilities and insights in themselves and others, and to employ teamwork to capitalize on individual strengths and overcome individual weaknesses. To encourage viewers to assimilate positive personal qualities, pro-social behaviors and life skills intended to better equip them to take responsible and functional roles within their environment. To increase viewers' core knowledge base and appreciation of the world around us by presenting information across a range of academic areas, including mathematics, language, earth science, ecology, botany, geography and meteorology. |
| Other Matters (10 of 10) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | (Digital 39.2) Mustard Pancakes |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays & Sundays, 7:00am & 7:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 3 years to 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Mustard Pancakes is designed to contribute to preschool children's social and emotional development, with a secondary focus on literacy and storytelling. Specifically, the series is built upon a substantive educational curriculum that addresses three primary goals: 1. To support and nurture a sense of self-esteem and self-efficacy among three- to-six-year old children, by encouraging them to demonstrate respect for themselves and others. 2. To foster the development of children's social and emotional skills by modeling age-appropriate strategies and behaviors. 3. To simulate children's interest in literacy and storytelling, and to encourage them to express themselves creatively by sharing stories of their own. Growing from this foundation, every episode of the series conveys important social emotional content regarding topics such as cooperation, diversity, respect for others, or coping with failure. |
| 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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KIAH Inc., Debtor-in-Possession
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