| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Attachments | Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? |
| Applicant | Address | Phone | Applicant Type | |
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| Contact Name | Address | Phone | Contact Type |
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| Section | Question | Response |
|---|---|---|
| Station Type | Station Type | Network Affiliation |
| Affiliated network | FOX | |
| Nielsen DMA | Wausau-Rhinelander | |
| Web Home Page Address | www.myfoxwausau.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 | 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: | 11.0 |
| 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 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild America |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mon 8:30am on DT3 |
| 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. | WILD AMERICA is targeted to children ages 13-16. The key educational objective of the program is to familiarize children with the animals of the North American content, their interaction with other animals and their environment. Throughout the series emphasis will be placed upon protecting endangered species and the impact that humans have while interacting in their environment.Each episode of the series will be specific to a particular animal. Topics will range from basic food gather, mating, natural enemies, relationships to other animals, and the interaction of the specific ecology on the survival of the species.We expect that children viewing the program will achieve a greater understanding of nature and specific animal species because of the up-close and detailed photography of the series. Through this understanding, it is hoped children will better relate to the natural environment as it exist in North American and learn to protect its natural species. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (2 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Virus Attack |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesday 8:00am on WFXS DT3 |
| 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. | In accordance with the 1990 Children's Television Act (ATC) intended to increase educational and informational programming for children on television, Virus Attack clearly meets the goals of providing children with a television show that meets CORE requirements of the FCC as follows: 1. Making choices in life is an ongoing subject. A challenge faced by all children in this category. 2. Contemporary issues such as bullying, peaceful coexistence, establishing trust and courtesy are faced and resolved in the episodes. 3. Responsibility and selfless behavior are presented in a positive and encouraging manner. 4. Themes in each episode emphasize the importance friendship, taking responsibility for your actions and fair play. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (3 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mad About |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 9:00am on DT2 |
| 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 is a half hour sketch comedy and variety show aimed at educating and entertaining kids ages 13 to 16. A true EI series, episodes use a creative mixture of humor, improv, animation and viewer generated video. Mad About conveys important messages about life skills such as personal finance, health, nutrition, fitness, conservation, and decision making 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 life's issues. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (4 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Saturdays 7:00am to 9:00am on DT2 |
| 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 | 120 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 7 years to 13 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Green Screen Adventures sparks enthusiasm for writing through age-appropriate sketch comedy, original songs, puppetry, and story theater. The stories are based on the writing of elementary school students, ages 7-13. Children get the message that their words have power, that their voices are being heard. Our diverse Green Screen company of performers and writers reinforce critical writing skills and share positive social messages. Our educational mission emphasizes the four "C's" as well as the three "R's" Curiosity, Confidence, Citizenship, Compassion. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (5 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 7:00am to 9:00am on DT2 |
| 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 | 120 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience | 7 years to 13 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Green Screen Adventures sparks enthusiasm for writing through age-appropriate sketch comedy, original songs, puppetry, and story theater. The stories are based on the writing of elementary school students, ages 7-13. Children get the message that their words have power, that their voices are being heard. Our diverse Green Screen company of performers and writers reinforce critical writing skills and share positive social messages. Our educational mission emphasizes the four "C's" as well as the three "R's" Curiosity, Confidence, Citizenship, Compassion. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (6 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whaddayado |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fri 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. | WHADDYADO is a half-hour weekly educational series designed to educate, inform,inspire and entertain children 16 & under about the world around them. Each episode is an educational life-lesson, based in reality, intended to prepare young people for potential situations that could easily crop up at any time, anywhere. Using a combination of actual dramatic footage, re-enactments, and demonstrations, the program provides a compelling look at perilous situations that have occurred in real life. Then, using interviews with the participants, and instructions from experts, we learn what the proper reaction should be when faced with similar life-threatening circumstances. Also, in an effort to help young people make the right decision at the right moment, there will be a Moral Dilemma segment featured in some of the episodes. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (7 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Angel's friends |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tues at 8:30 am on WFXS DT3 |
| 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. | Angel's Friends provides CORE programming in the areas of particular concern to young teens including social themes and coping strategies through school life of animated teen-aged angels learning to be Guardian Angels and their nemesis, The Devils, that are practicing to become Guardian Devils. Kids are taken on an inspirational journey that stirs their spirit and provides moral tools for the decisions they face in everyday life. The multi-ethnic angels serve as role models for young teen viewers as they deal with such issues as the right to say no, the meaning of heroism, bullying and other issues of particular concern to young teens. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (8 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Edgemont |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 9:30am on DT2 |
| 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. | Edgemont is designed to entertain its core teen audience and also to inform and educate its viewers about issues that arise in school and at home. The storylines focus on social and emotional challenges faced by all secondary school students, from forming and maintaining family, friendship and romantic relationships, to ethical and moral choices. The objective of the series is to demonstrate models of behavior for teen viewers, allowing them to consider choices that they themselves may face, to witness the potential outcomes of these choices and gain positive tools that they can use to resolve issues and conflicts in a constructive way. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (9 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Awesome Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tue & Thu 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 | 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 is a half-hour adventure series that airs 52 weeks a year. Our host, as well as two different teens, will travel each week to destinations around the world that can be both exotic and remote. AWESOME ADVENTURES is designed to educate, inform and entertain children 16 and under about the world around them. Each journey is a lesson in the beauty of nature, its creatures, and the people who inhabit the land. The shows are not designed to be preachy or overly pedantic, but rather, the goal is to make the learning fun. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (10 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mustard Pancakes |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thu 8:30am on WFXS DT3 |
| 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 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | MUSTARD PANCAKES features gifted singer/songwriter and personality Courtney Campbell as head of a household that is also home to Oogleberry Ink Dog, Tiny Tina Ten Toes and Mo - and the lone cat, Mr. D. Under her thoughtful and tender care and guidance, her pets discover the world around them, grow emotionally and find solutions to their daily challenges. Aimed at children 3-6, the music-driven MUSTARD PANCAKES celebrates the joy of childhood through the power of music, storytelling and appealing characters. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (11 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Edgemont |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sundays 9:00am on DT2 |
| 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. | Edgemont is designed to entertain its core teen audience and also to inform and educate its viewers about issues that arise in school and at home. The storylines focus on social and emotional challenges faced by all secondary school students, from forming and maintaining family, friendship and romantic relationships, to ethical and moral choices. The objective of the series is to demonstrate models of behavior for teen viewers, allowing them to consider choices that they themselves may face, to witness the potential outcomes of these choices and gain positive tools that they can use to resolve issues and conflicts in a constructive way. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (12 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pets TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 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. | Pets TV is a television program that provides educational and informational segments exposing the target audience of young viewers to everything Pets. The upbeat contemporary presentation relates pets to their lives and interests. Pets from everyday to the unique are showcased with educational information that shares how they evolved to become pets and their geographic origins. Professionals share personal experiences of featured animals and/or related products. In these segments the excitement and love of working with pets is expressed. The motivational and inspirational message of each guest empowers audiences of all ages to pursue more information and education about everything pets. Each segment of Pets.TV delivers an educational and informational message that supports current social, intellectual and emotional aspects of children ages 13 and up. Attributes and advice emphasized by guests instill a grounded balance of priorities, commitment, and perseverance children can apply to their lives. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (13 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thu 8:00am on DT3 |
| 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 is nationally recognized as the premiere wildlife program for kids and teens. Viewers meet every kind of animal imaginable, from the familiar to the astounding, including apes and giant lizards, sharks and tigers, birds and fish, and all other animals from the Americas, Africa, Australia, Asia, and everywhere in between. Explore how animals live and what adaptations allow them to survive and thrive. Just spin the globe. Anywhere, everywhere animals live, you'll find Animal Atlas. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (14 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Young Icons |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 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. | Young Icons profiles the amazing projects of young philanthropists, entrepreneurs, athletes and everyday youth. These inspirational stories motivate teens, tweens and parents. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (15 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Passport To Explore |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Weds 8:00 am on WFXS DT3 |
| 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 | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In accordance with the 1990 Children's Television Act (ATC) intended to increase educational and informational programming for children on television, Passport To Explore clearly meets the goals of providing children with a television show that meets CORE requirements of the FCC as follows: 1. The Passport To Explore website will be easily accessed by parents and provide a clear description of the types of programming offered. 2. Passport To Explore provides CORE programming in the area of geography and prevailing local customs related to the areas visited. Not only does the series present geographical and morays about the areas visited, but it aims to enrich children's lives by making them aware of the differences that exist and how enriching those differences can be to their own lives. Each episode provides information related to the specific area visited and gives an educational approach to its history. 3. Passport To Explore uses the technique of near peer mentors i.e., children to teach other children. Each episode employs children who ask questions and experience first hand the experience of the topic. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (16 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BETA Records TV |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Weds 8:30m on WFXS DT3 |
| 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. | Making choices in life is an ongoing subject. A challenge faced by all teens in this category. BETA Records TV provides a good impetus for Teens being committed to their music education giving them the ability to get scholarships, and a good positive medium for reaching their career goals. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (17 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ariel, Zoey & Eli Too |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fri 8:30am on DT3 |
| 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. | Identical twins Ariel & Zoey Engelbert (12) and little brother Eli (9) are currently taping season two of their Nationally syndicated television show - Ariel & Zoey (Eli, too). The show began airing (on over 250 stations in 80% of US markets in 90,000,000+ households) in September 2010. The show is about people who have a positive message. The show is about the USA (often honoring those who serve). The show is about music (music on the show is produced/composed by Emmy winner David Barrett of "One Shining Moment" fame, Broadway's Drama Desk Award nominee, Gary Adler and, of course, AZ&E write many of their own songs). Most important, the show is about empowering young people and having fun! |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (18 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mon & Weds 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 | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | WILD ABOUT ANIMALS is a half-hour animal magazine series that airs 52 weeks a year. The show is hosted by the Emmy-award winning actress Mariette Hartley. Mariette has committed herself to fighting for the rights of animals for over 20 years. This series is produced for children 16 and under (specific target audience is 13-16). As the producers of ABOUT ANIMALS, it is the objective of Steve Rotfeld Productions, Inc., to educate and inform children, specifically in the target age group, by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories about the world most fascinating animals. Each episode will consist of four different stories designed to teach children about both exotic and unique animals, as well as to educate them further about animals they see everyday. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (19 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mustard Pancakes |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mon 8:00am on DT3 |
| 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 6 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | MUSTARD PANCAKES features gifted singer/songwriter and personality Courtney Campbell as head of a household that is also home to Oogleberry Ink Dog, Tiny Tina Ten Toes and Mo - and the lone cat, Mr. D. Under her thoughtful and tender care and guidance, her pets discover the world around them, grow emotionally and find solutions to their daily challenges. Aimed at children 3-6, the music-driven MUSTARD PANCAKES celebrates the joy of childhood through the power of music, storytelling and appealing characters. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (20 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mad About |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 9:30am on DT2 |
| 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 is a half hour sketch comedy and variety show aimed at educating and entertaining kids ages 13 to 16. A true EI series, episodes use a creative mixture of humor, improv, animation and viewer generated video. Mad About conveys important messages about life skills such as personal finance, health, nutrition, fitness, conservation, and decision making 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 life's issues. |
| Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? | Yes |
| Digital Core Program (21 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Aqua Kids |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fri 8:00am on WFXS DT3 |
| 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 | 8 years to 12 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Aqua Kids provides CORE programming in the area of biology and specifically the ecosystem related to the ocean, its tributaries and estuaries. Children can learn about the resources of the oceans and how protection of oceans is necessary to present and future generations. Not only does the show teach biological topics, but it aims to enrich children's lives by making them aware of future generations, the role they play now, and for generations into the future, with the biggest ecosystem on earth-the oceans. Each episode provides information related to a specific topic and gives an educational approach to understand the topic related to the entire ecosystem of the earth. Each episode is topic specific and focuses on a topic that can be informational in a 30 minute time span to stay in the bounds of a child's attention span. |
| 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 | Robert Raff Vice President |
| Address | 1000 N. 3rd Street |
| City | Wausau |
| State | WI |
| Zip | 54403 |
| Telephone Number | (715) 847-155 |
| Email Address | rraff@wfxs.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. | Station transitioned to full digital only service in March, 2009.. |
| Other Matters (1 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mad About |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 9:30am on DT2 |
| 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 is a half hour sketch and comedy variety show aimed at educating and entertaining kids ages 13 to 16. A true EI series, episodes use a creative mixture of humor, improv, animation and viewer generated video. Mad About conveys important messages about life skills such as personal finance, health, nutrition, fitness, conservation, and decision making 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 life's issues. |
| Other Matters (2 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild About Animals |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mon & Weds 7:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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. | Wild About Animals is a half hour animal magazine series hosted by Mariette Hartley. The series is produced for children 13 to 16 and is designed to inform and educate children by bringing them entertaining and interesting stories of the world's most fascinating animals. Each episode is close captioned and E/I inscribed throughout and a weekly synopsis is provided to all major and local listing services. |
| Other Matters (3 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 7-9:00am on WFXS DT2 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 120 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 sparks enthusiasm for writing through age-appropriate sketch comedy, original songs, puppetry, and story theatre. The stories are based on the writing of elementary school students, ages 7-13. Children get the message that their words have power, that their voices are being heard. Our diverse Green Screen company of performers and writers reinforce critical writing skills and share positive social messages. Our educational mission emphasizes the four "C's" as well as the three "R's" Curiosity, Confidence, Citizenship, Compassion. |
| Other Matters (4 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mustard Pancakes |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mon at 8:00am on DT3 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| 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 features gifted singer/songwriter and personality Courtney Campbell as head of a household that is also home to Oogleberry Ink Dog, Tiny Tina Ten Toes and Mo - and the lone cat, Mr. D. Under her thoughtful and tender care and guidance, her pets discover the world around them, grow emotionally and find solutions to their daily challenges. Aimed at children 3-6, the music-driven MUSTARD PANCAKES celebrates the joy of childhood through the power of music, storytelling and appealing characters. |
| Other Matters (5 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Ariel, Zoey, Eli too |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fri 8:30am on DT3 |
| 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. | Identical twins Ariel & Zoey Engelbert (12) and little brother Eli (9) are currently taping season two of their Nationally syndicated television show - Ariel & Zoey (Eli, too). The show began airing (on over 250 stations in 80% of US markets in 90,000,000+ households) in September 2010. The show is about people who have a positive message. The show is about the USA (often honoring those who serve). The show is about music (music on the show is produced/composed by Emmy winner David Barrett of "One Shining Moment" fame, Broadway's Drama Desk Award nominee, Gary Adler and, of course, AZ&E write many of their own songs). Most important, the show is about empowering young people and having fun! |
| Other Matters (6 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Edgemont |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sun 9am on DT2 |
| 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. | Edgemont is designed to entertain its core teen audience and also to inform and educate its viewers about issues that arise in school and at home. The storylines focus on social and emotional challenges faced by all secondary school students, from forming and maintaining family, friendship and romantic relationships, to ethical and moral choices. The objective of the series is to demonstrate models of behavior for teen viewers, allowing them to consider choices that they themselves may face, to witness the potential outcomes of these choices and gain positive tools that they can use to resolve issues and conflicts in a constructive way. |
| Other Matters (7 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Animal Atlas |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thu at 8:00am on DT3 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | Animal Atlas is nationally recognized as the premiere wildlife program for kids and teens. Viewers meet every kind of animal imaginable, from the familiar to the astounding, including apes and giant lizards, sharks and tigers, birds and fish, and all other animals from the Americas, Africa, Australia, Asia, and everywhere in between. Explore how animals live and what adaptations allow them to survive and thrive. Just spin the globe. Anywhere, everywhere animals live, you'll find Animal Atlas. |
| Other Matters (8 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Virus Attack |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tuesday 8:00am on DT3 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 13 years to 16 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In accordance with the 1990 Children's Television Act (ATC) intended to increase educational and informational programming for children on television, Virus Attack clearly meets the goals of providing children with a television show that meets CORE requirements of the FCC as follows: 1. Making choices in life is an ongoing subject. A challenge faced by all children in this category. 2. Contemporary issues such as bullying, peaceful coexistence, establishing trust and courtesy are faced and resolved in the episodes. 3. Responsibility and selfless behavior are presented in a positive and encouraging manner. 4. Themes in each episode emphasize the importance friendship, taking responsibility for your actions and fair play. |
| Other Matters (9 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Angel's Friends |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tue at 8:30am on DT3 |
| 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. | Angel's Friends provides CORE programming in the areas of particular concern to young teens including social themes and coping strategies through school life of animated teen-aged angels learning to be Guardian Angels and their nemesis, The Devils, that are practicing to become Guardian Devils. Kids are taken on an inspirational journey that stirs their spirit and provides moral tools for the decisions they face in everyday life. The multi-ethnic angels serve as role models for young teen viewers as they deal with such issues as the right to say no, the meaning of heroism, bullying and other issues of particular concern to young teens. |
| Other Matters (10 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Awesome Adventures |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Tue & Thu 7:30am |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 26 |
| 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. | Awesome Adventures is an award winning series that takes 13 to 16 year-olds on incredible journeys all over the world. Destinations and activities are diverse from snowboarding down the Alps to visiting a rain forest in Costa Rice. Weekly outlines are provided to all major listing companies and the show displays the E/I watermark throughout. |
| Other Matters (11 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Edgemont |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sun 9:30a-10:00am on DT2 |
| 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. | Edgemont is designed to entertain its core teen audience and also to inform and educate its viewers about issues that arise in school and at home. The storylines focus on social and emotional challenges faced by all secondary school students, from forming and maintaining family, friendship and romantic relationships, to ethical and moral choices. The objective of the series is to demonstrate models of behavior for teen viewers, allowing them to consider choices that they themselves may face, to witness the potential outcomes of these choices and gain positive tools that they can use to resolve issues and conflicts in a constructive way. |
| Other Matters (12 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Green Screen Adventures |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sun 7-9:00am on WFXS DT2 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 120 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 sparks enthusiasm for writing through age-appropriate sketch comedy, original songs, puppetry, and story theatre. The stories are based on the writing of elementary school students, ages 7-13. Children get the message that their words have power, that their voices are being heard. Our diverse Green Screen company of performers and writers reinforce critical writing skills and share positive social messages. Our educational mission emphasizes the four "C's" as well as the three "R's" Curiosity, Confidence, Citizenship, Compassion. |
| Other Matters (13 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Pets.TV |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 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. | Pets.TV is a television program that provides educational and informational segments exposing the target audience of young viewers to everything Pets. The upbeat contemporary presentation relates pets to their lives and interests. Pets from everyday to the unique are showcased with educational information that shares how they evolved to become pets and their geographic origins. Professionals share personal experiences of featured animals and/or related products. In these segments the excitement and love of working with pets is expressed. The motivational and inspirational message of each guest empowers audiences of all ages to pursue more information and education about everything pets. Each segment of Pets.TV delivers an educational and informational message that supports current social, intellectual and emotional aspects of children ages 13 and up. Attributes and advice emphasized by guests instill a grounded balance of priorities, commitment, and perseverance children can apply to their lives. |
| Other Matters (14 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Whaddayado |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fri 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. | Whaddyado (What Do You Do?) is a half hour FCC friendly series targeting 13 to 16 year olds. The program uses real life stories to educate and inform children on how to handle every day occurrences such as fire rescues, animal attacks and automobile accidents. Real situations and possible solutions are presented in an entertaining and educational format. Program outlines are sent to all major listing companies and the E/I watermark is displayed throughout the show. |
| Other Matters (15 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mustard Pancakes |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Thu at 8:30am on DT3 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| 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 features gifted singer/songwriter and personality Courtney Campbell as head of a household that is also home to Oogleberry Ink Dog, Tiny Tina Ten Toes and Mo - and the lone cat, Mr. D. Under her thoughtful and tender care and guidance, her pets discover the world around them, grow emotionally and find solutions to their daily challenges. Aimed at children 3-6, the music-driven MUSTARD PANCAKES celebrates the joy of childhood through the power of music, storytelling and appealing characters. |
| Other Matters (16 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Mad About |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 9am on DT2 |
| 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 is a half hour sketch comedy and variety show aimed at educating and entertaining kids ages 13 to 16. A true EI series, episodes use a creative mixture of humor, improv, animation and viewer generated video. Mad About conveys important messages about life skills such as personal finance, health, nutrition, fitness, conservation, and decision making 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 life's issues. |
| Other Matters (17 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Passport To Adventure |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Weds 8:00am on WFXS DT3 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| Length of Program | 30 mins |
| Age of Target Child Audience from | 8 years to 13 years |
| Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. | In accordance with the 1990 Children's Television Act (ATC) intended to increase educational and informational programming for children on television, Passport To Explore clearly meets the goals of providing children with a television show that meets CORE requirements of the FCC as follows: 1. The Passport To Explore website will be easily accessed by parents and provide a clear description of the types of programming offered. 2. Passport To Explore provides CORE programming in the area of geography and prevailing local customs related to the areas visited. Not only does the series present geographical and morays about the areas visited, but it aims to enrich children's lives by making them aware of the differences that exist and how enriching those differences can be to their own lives. Each episode provides information related to the specific areavisited and gives an educational approach to its history. 3. Passport To Explore uses the technique of near peer mentors i.e., children to teach other children. Each episode employs children who ask questions and experience first hand the experience of the topic. |
| Other Matters (18 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Young Icons |
| Origination | Syndicated |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Sat 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. | Young Icons profiles the amazing projects of young philanthropists, entrepreneurs, athletes and everyday youth. These inspirational stories motivate teens, tweens and parents. |
| Other Matters (19 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Wild America |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Mon 8:30am on DT3 |
| 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. | WILD AMERICA is targeted to children ages 13-16. The key educational objective of the program is to familiarize children with the animals of the North American content, their interaction with other animals and their environment. Throughout the series emphasis will be placed upon protecting endangered species and the impact that humans have while interacting in their environment. Each episode of the series will be specific to a particular animal. Topics will range from basic food gather, mating, natural enemies, relationships to other animals, and the interaction of the specific ecology on the survival of the species. We expect that children viewing the program will achieve a greater understanding of nature and specific animal species because of the up-close and detailed photography of the series. Through this understanding, it is hoped children will better relate to the natural environment as it exist in North American and learn to protect its natural species. |
| Other Matters (20 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | BETA Records TV |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Weds 8:30am on DT3 |
| 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. | Making choices in life is an ongoing subject. A challenge faced by all teens in this category. BETA Records TV provides a good impetus for Teens being committed to their music education giving them the ability to get scholarships, and a good positive medium for reaching their career goals. |
| Other Matters (21 of 21) | Response |
|---|---|
| Program Title | Aqua Kids |
| Origination | Network |
| Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled | Fri at 8:00am on DT3 |
| Total times aired at regularly scheduled time | 13 |
| 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. | Aqua Kids provides CORE programming in the area of biology and specifically the ecosystem related to the ocean, its tributaries and estuaries. Children can learn about the resources of the oceans and how protection of oceans is necessary to present and future generations. Not only does the show teach biological topics, but it aims to enrich children's lives by making them aware of future generations, the role they play now, and for generations into the future, with the biggest ecosystem on earth-the oceans. Each episode provides information related to a specific topic and gives an educational approach to understand the topic related to the entire ecosystem of the earth. Each episode is topic specific and focuses on a topic that can be informational in a 30 minute time span to stay in the bounds of a child's attention span. |
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