10/13/08

ESOL Information Updates, aired October 2, repeats October 15, 10:10–11:02 a.m., on channel 2. (Unlimited rights)

10/15/08

10/13/08

Blockfeed Schedule Update
As of October 13, 10:45 a.m.
The following series have been scheduled
to be block fed:

K-12
America At It's Best
Anti-Smoking Specials
Head to Toe
Technology & Architectue in Ancient Civilization
See the Updated Blockfeed Summary for All Series

10/8/08

Gifted and Talented Coordinator’s Orientation
Oct. 13 and 21, 2:30-3:51 p.m. Channel 2
Repeats Nov. 6, 2:30-3:51 p.m. Channel 2 (Unlimited rights) Also available in StreamlineSC and Educator+

This program is coordinated and instructed by Rick Blanchard, Director of Gifted and Talented Initiatives at the SC Department of Education.

It will be broadcast in the ITV schedule to schools as announced above. Schools have rights to record and duplicate.

The program will also be posted online in StreamlineSC by October 10 and in Educator+ by October 20. (see note below)

Designed to provide an overview of the job of District Gifted and Talented Program Coordinator, this session:

* Reviews the GT calendar

* Takes a look at the SC statute guiding GT programming

* Reviews the South Carolina State Board of Education Regulation 43-220

* Gives a summary of the expectations for the job as a GT Coordinator

This program is a good review for existing GT coordinators as well as an introduction to the job for those new to the position.

Teacher leaders in the gifted and talented field, administrators, guidance counselors, parents, and graduate students may also benefit from the information. SCDE contact rblancha@ed.sc.gov

NOTE: To access StreamlineSC, South Carolina educators need an account. See your media specialist. The program is downloadable from this site. To access in Educator+, go to the ITV Website at www.itv.myetv.org and find "Educator+" bullet on home page. It is about 8 bullets down right next to "Instant Replay." The program may be viewed by anyone from this site.

10/13/08

10/6/08

Education News Parents Can Use
A television series about ways to ensure children's educational success

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Tuesday, October 21, 2008 8:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Channel 5

Repeats Oct. 24, 11:30 am-12:30 pm Channel 1 (Unlimited rights)

"Safeguarding America's Colleges: Preventing Violence and Promoting Learning"
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"Nothing is more important to American parents than the safety of their children... Together, we can strengthen our best practices, raise awareness of warning signs and help prevent tragedies."

--U.S. Secretary of Education Margaret Spellings
In the wake of the recent shootings at Virginia Tech, Northern Illinois University, and other campuses, families are asking, how safe are U.S. colleges? What can be done to identify possible threats to our students' safety? And, how prepared are our campuses to deal with a crisis if one occurs?

In the aftermath of the recent tragedies, many colleges and universities have begun to adapt existing school violence strategies to the unique environment of higher education. Universal, "one-size-fits-all" solutions are unlikely to be helpful. But one thing is certain: educators, law enforcement, parents and community leaders can take steps now to prevent and mitigate safety breaches on campus and more effectively respond to emergencies if they occur.

The U.S. Department of Education and other federal agencies have created guidance for the K-12 school community as well as for institutions of higher education that relies on a common framework, including the four phases of emergency management-prevention-mitigation, preparedness, response, and recovery. But the nature of college life -- where students enjoy open campuses and more freedom and privacy rights than elementary, middle or high school students - presents unique challenges. Thus, colleges and universities are encouraged to be thoughtful and comprehensive as they go about creating their specific plans to provide a safe learning environment.

The October edition of Education News will spotlight two Department programs available through the Office of Safe and Drug-Free Schools that aim to enhance safety on campus; talk about what rights parents and students have under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA); highlight higher education institutions that are leading the effort to enhance campus safety for all students and staff; and, provide user-friendly tips for parents on ensuring the safety, health and security of students. The broadcast will ask questions such as:
* What steps are colleges and universities taking to provide a safe learning environment?
* What are the latest crises and emergency preparedness plans for college and university campuses?
* What kinds of questions should parents ask their children's colleges and universities about their crisis and emergency preparedness plans?
* What are state, local and federal agencies doing to prevent and mitigate violence on school campuses?
* How can families recognize warning signs in their own children?
* What are parents' and students' rights under the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)?
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10/21/08

10/3/08

World Food Day Teleconference: Choices for a Warm and Hungry Planet airs October 16, 12:00–3:00 p.m., on channel 6. (Unlimited rights)

12:00-1:00pm WFD Teleconference-Discussion with Panel

1:00-2:00pm Film-Global Warming - the Signs and the Science (co-produced by SCETV and Stonehaven Production of Canada)

2:00-3:00pm WFD Teleconference-Questions will be taken by Panel.

10/16/08

10/3/08

Cooks for Kids: Mid-Atlantic Cuisine airs October 9, 3:00–3:30 p.m., on channel 2. (Unlimited rights)
This lesson showcases fish products and other dishes from that region.

10/9/08

9/30/08

A Gendered Classroom: Gender Differences and Classroom Implications: Differences in Engaging the World #4, repeats October 3, 2:00-3:01 p.m., on channel 2 (Unlimited rights)

10/3/08

9/26/08

Library Media Speicalist Town Meetings, aired August 2008, repeats October 2, 1:55-2:55 p.m., on channel 1. (Unlimited rights)

9/18/08

STANDARDS AND CURRICULUM TOPICS, announced to air today at 9:00 a.m., on channel 2, has been cancelled.

9/18/08