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Knowledge Network 1 (COX 17) Special Series ’07-‘08


Education News Parents Can Use – focuses on schools, learning and the No Child Left Behind Act of 2001. On the third Tuesday of each month during the school year, Education News airs live via satellite, offering parents and anyone else with an interest in education vital information about getting involved in children's learning.

Education News Parents Can Use '07-'08

Program #1    Back to School Special: Empowering Parents, Empowering Students
9/18/2007    7:00-8:00pm (LIVE)        9/21/2007    11:00am-12:00pm (Repeat)

Program #2    Reducing School Violence: Keeping Children Safe and Ready to Learn
10/16/2007    7:00-8:00pm (LIVE)        10/19/2007    11:00am-12:00pm (Repeat)

Program #3    Higher Education: Ensuring America’s Competitive Edge
11/20/2007    7:00-8:00pm (LIVE)    

Program #4    No Child Left Behind Anniversary Special: Rebuilding Education in New Orleans
1/15/2008    7:00-8:00pm (LIVE)        1/18/2008    11:00am-12:00pm (Repeat)

Program #5    Drop Out Prevention: Helping All Students Get on Track for Success
2/19/2008    7:00-8:00pm (LIVE)        2/22/2008    11:00am-12:00pm (Repeat)

Program #6    Math Education: Preparing Students to Succeed in the Knowledge Economy
3/18/2008    7:00-8:00pm (LIVE)        3/21/2008    11:00am-12:00pm (Repeat)

Program #7    Early Childhood Education: Good Start, Grow Smart
4/15/2008    7:00-8:00pm (LIVE)        4/18/2008    11:00am-12:00pm (Repeat)

Program #8    High Performing Teachers: Leading Students to Success in the 21st Century
5/20/2008    7:00-8:00pm (LIVE)        5/23/2008    11:00am-12:00pm (Repeat)

Program #9    Community Service and Volunteering: Learning Through Character and Civic Development
6/17/2008    7:00-8:00pm (LIVE)        6/20/2008    11:00am-12:00pm (Repeat)




Shamu TV – Live satellite feed from Sea World takes students into the field with scientists, backstage with animal trainers and face-to-face with many exciting land and sea animals.

Shamu TV: Sea World's Video Classroom '07-'08

9/21/2007    10:00-10:30am      (LIVE) Saving A Species: Animals In Peril
9/28/2007    3:00am-3:30pm        (Repeat)

11/16/2007    10:00-10:30am      (LIVE) Saving A Species: The Elephant Story
11/30/2007    3:00am-3:30pm        (Repeat)