(REFERENCE COPY - Not for submission) Children's Television Programming Report
WBAY-TV
Full Service Television
Children's TV Programming Report
Current Step is General Information
Children's Television Information
Digital Core Programming
Digital Core Programming Summary
Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming
Sponsored Core Programming
Liaison Contact
Report reflects information for : Third Quarter of 2017
Are attachments (other than associated schedules) being filed with this application? No
GRAY TELEVISION LICENSEE, LLC
4370 PEACHTREE ROAD, NE
robert.folliard@gray.tv
Joan Stewart
FCC Counsel
1776 K Street NW
jstewart@wileyrein.com
Legal Representative
Station Type
Station Type Network Affiliation
Affiliated network ABC, ION
Nielsen DMA Green Bay-Appleton
Web Home Page Address www.wbay.com
State the average number of hours of Core Programming per week broadcast by the station on its main program stream 3.43
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: 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 Programs(11)
Digital Core Program (1 of 11)
Program Title Rock the Park - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
Origination Syndicated
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 11:00am CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 9
Total times aired 13
Number of Preemptions 5
Number of Preemptions for other than Breaking News 4
Number of Preemptions Rescheduled 4
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 weekly half-hour series is produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series our hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet - The Grand Teton in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park.
Does the Licensee identify the program by displaying throughout the program the symbol E/I? Yes
Digital Preemption Programs #1
Title of Program Rock the Park - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
List date and time rescheduled 09/17/2017 11:30 AM
Is the rescheduled date the second home? Yes
Were promotional efforts made to notify the public of rescheduled date and time? Yes
Date Preempted 2017-09-16
Reason for Preemption Sports
Program Title Zoo Clues - Multicast Digital Channel 2.3
Origination Network
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Wednesdays at 7:00am and 7:30am CT
Total times aired at regularly scheduled time 26
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Zoo Clues is a 30 minute program specifically created for young people between the ages of 13 and 16. The program's presentation mix of narration, visuals, and very well chosen topics delivers education and information while it entertains. Zoo Clues will leave viewers with a meaningful perspective about animals and meaningful comparison to their own human characteristics. The show's clever narration links disparate information together in a way that always makes clear that what viewers see is real, natural, and relates to their own life in the real world.
Program Title Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 12:00pm CT
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This program provides an opportunity for adolescent boys and girls ages 13-16 to explore and learn about the technical, artistic, creative, business, and administrative careers that are a part of the motion picture, television, music video, and home entertainment industries, as well as to learn about some of the skills, personal attributes, techniques, and strategies needed to enter these fields.
Title of Program Made in Hollywood: Teen Edition - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
Program Title Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Saturdays 9:30am CT
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Produced for viewers aged 13-16 and the whole family, Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin is hosted by award-winning television host Jeff Corwin. In this weekly half-hour series, Jeff embarks on journeys to fascinating global locations most people have only dreamed of visiting. Each episode brings Jeff to a unique area of the world where he will explore the area's natural wonders to bring viewers closer to nature, wildlife and manmade treasures. From mountain climbs to deep sea dives, helicopter rides and glacier treks, Jeff brings young audiences on the inspirational trip of a lifetime.
Program Title Outback Adventures with Tim Faulkner - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. This is a live action, half-hour television program designed to meet the educational and informational needs of children. Produced for ages 13-16, this educational and informational program is hosted by wildlife expert Tim Faulkner. Viewers will be provided an eye-opening experience as Tim, animal expert and wildlife park operations manager, showcases the beauty and wonder of the natural world. Audiences will be brought closer to the natural world as Tim explores the habitats and adventures of creatures of all sizes, including a giant Galapagos tortoise, a baby wombat, the flying fox, and even a newly discovered species of birds.
Title of Program Outback Adventures with Tim Faulkner - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
Program Title Secret Millionaire's Club - Multicast Digital Channel 2.3
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Thursdays at 7:00am and 7:30am CT
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. Secret Millionaire's club is a series that attracts and engages young viewers, between the ages of 8-12, as they follow the exciting and often comedic adventures of four attractive role models, in narratives designed to introduce children to basic concepts in business, financial literacy, and responsible money management, as well as important practical life lessons.
Program Title Thomas Edison's Secret Lab - Multicast Digital Channel 2.3
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Fridays at 7:00am and 7:30am CT
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Thomas Edison's Secret Lab presents accurate, age appropriate scientific principles and concepts by portraying appealing young role models with whom young viewers can easily identify, in clever, comedic and wildly visual science based problem situations. It explores in the context of can do enthusiasm that characterized Thomas Edison's life and experiences. It invites young viewers to join in the adventure of science by making it interesting, challenging, and fun.
Program Title Jack Hanna's Animal Adventures - Multicast Digital Channel 2.2
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Mondays - Saturdays 4:00pm CT
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Each episode is designed to reveal to children the world around them in a way that presents positive role models and pro-social values within an environmentally responsible universe.
Program Title Sea Rescue - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Each week, Sea Rescue will leave its audience inspired by the real-life stories of the featured animals and rescuers and with a fuller understanding of the rich array of sea life with which we share our planet.
Digital Core Program (10 of 11)
Program Title The Wildlife Docs - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. The half-hour weekly series, The Wildlife Docs, produced for ages 13-16, follows the surprising, exotic, and challenging lives of a veterinary staff that cares for over 2,000 animals. From nutrition to treatments, x-rays to surgery, preventative care to emergencies, this educational and informational program will allow viewers to witness a kaleidoscope of wild experiences through the eyes of our veterinary team. Unpredictable events unfold giving viewers a glimpse of the enormity, variety, and quality of treatment that sets the standard for animal care.
Program Title Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Wildlife expert and animal ambassador, Jack Hanna, brings the viewer face-to face with the best of the beasts. In this weekly half-hour series that will engage viewers 13-16, as well as the whole family, Jack highlights his favorite animals and adventures from around the world. Presented in countdown style, Jack offers up a different top ten each week in a variety of categories. What are the top ten fastest animals in Africa, tallest insects, biggest eaters, smartest birds? Jack will answer all of these questions and more. As Jack reveals the categories, he gives further insights and interesting facts about the animals allowing viewers of all ages the opportunity to be entertained as well as learn more about the fascinating animal kingdom in Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown.
Non-Core Educational and Informational Programming (0)
Sponsored Core Programming (0)
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 Pam Jessen
Address 115 S. Jefferson Street
City Green Bay
State WI
Telephone Number (920) 438-3227
Email Address pjessen@wbay.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. On Main channel 2.1, Rock the Park and Outback Adventures had been scheduled to air in their second homes on 9/10/17 due to sports on 9/9/17. However, due to breaking news coverage of Hurricane Irma on 9/10/17 they did not air.
Other Matters (11)
Other Matters (1 of 11)
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Fridays at 7am and 7:30am CT
Age of Target Child Audience from 8 years to 11 years
Age of Target Child Audience from 13 years to 16 years
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays 11:00am CT
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Rock the Park is a weekly half-hour series produced and designed to educate and inform children 13-16 years of age and taps into America's love affair with our national parks. In this awe-inspiring and entertaining series our hosts, Jack Steward and Colton Smith, come face to face with nature and some of the most amazing places on earth. Viewers will witness the fascinating underwater world of Dry Tortugas National Park in Florida, which is home to the world's most unique coral and marine life. They'll watch as Jack and Colton raft their way through Alaska's remote Aniakchak National Monument and Preserve, spotting the region's famous brown bears. Viewers will reach new heights as Jack and Colton embark on their biggest climbing challenge yet - The Grand Teton in Wyoming's Grand Teton National Park.
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Produced for viewers aged 13-16, and the whole family, Ocean Treks with Jeff Corwin is hosted by award-winning television host Jeff Corwin. In this weekly half-hour series, Jeff embarks on journeys to fascinating global locations most people have only dreamed of visiting. Each episode brings Jeff to a unique area of the world where he will explore the area's natural wonders to bring viewers closer to nature, wildlife and manmade treasures. From mountain climbs to deep sea dives, helicopter rides and glacier treks, Jeff brings young audiences on the inspirational trip of a lifetime.
Program Title Vacation Creation - Main Digital Channel Only 2.1
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. On each episode of Vacation Creation, hosts Tommy Davidson and Andrea Feczko guide one deserving family on amazing adventures as they experience a new destination together on their family vacation. As the featured family embarks on an interactive voyage filled with immersive learning opportunities, each episode brings us to diverse locations where the featured family - and viewers - discover unique cultural events, food, activities, and traditions. From discovering the wondrous glaciers of Alaska to learning from the Moko Jumbie of the Virgin Islands, viewers will witness the importance of spending time with family and friends as featured families experience amazing adventures together, often learning more about each other and their own family history along the way. Teens will also learn the importance of resiliency during challenging times as many featured families share their stories of overcoming adversity, finding ways to bond and heal while sharing these once-in-a-lifetime experiences.
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Sundays 12:00pm CT
Other Matters (10 of 11)
Describe the educational and informational objective of the program and how it meets the definition of Core Programming. Wildlife expert and animal ambassador Jack Hanna, brings the viewer face to face with the best of the beasts. In this weekly half-hour series that will engage viewers 13-16, as well as the whole family, Jack highlights his favorite animals and adventures from around the world. Presented in countdown style, Jack offers up a different 'top ten' each week in a variety of categories. What are the top ten 'fastest animals in Africa,' 'tallest insects,' 'biggest eaters,' smartest birds'...Jack will answer all of these questions and more. As Jack reveals the categories, he gives further insights and interesting facts about the animals, allowing viewers of all ages the opportunity to be entertained as well as learn more about the fascinating animal kingdom in Jack Hanna's Wild Countdown.
Days/Times Program Regularly Scheduled Wednesdays at 7am and 7:30am CT
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.
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