System/Policy
Bipartisan bill inspired by American Graduate proposes grants to stations
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The legislation would provide funds to stations for workforce development through the Department of Education.
System/Policy
CPB awards nearly $950,000 to four stations for educational media
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The grants expand on CPB’s American Graduate initiative.
Local That Works
With AmGrad expansion, PBS Charlotte helps students visualize their dreams
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“I believed that the more we served this community, the more successful we would be,” said PBS Charlotte’s GM.
Programs/Content
Latest American Graduate phase aims to teach students about ‘middle-skill’ jobs
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“The need for skilled people in our workforce is only growing,” said Amy Shaw, SVP of engagement and content at lead station Nine Network.
System/Policy
CPB’s American Graduate backs job training projects at stations
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The corporation announced the grants, which range from $170,000 to $200,000, at the annual meeting of the National Educational Telecommunications Association.
Organizational changes are first steps on public media’s path toward engagement
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Start by thinking critically about your station’s culture, then take the time to build a staff-wide commitment and approach to engagement that’s custom-built for your community.
System/Policy
KETC pays reduced fines to CPB for budgeting errors, other violations
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“Nine Network’s failure to comply was not nearly as egregious as it would appear in the initial report.”
System/Policy
American Graduate Champion’s work ‘aligns perfectly’ with Alabama PTV
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“We both want to make sure that every child lives up to his or her fullest potential.”
Quick Takes
American Grad Day kicks off fourth broadcast Saturday
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Last year, 110 public broadcasting stations in 139 markets carried the live event.