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Town Square: The Federal Role in Education

channelweb — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 19:00:46 +0000

From the beginning of our Republic, a well-educated citizenry was thought to be essential to protect the liberty and general welfare of the people. Hear a range of perspectives on how recent changes on the federal level have affected Washington’s schools, as Seattle Schools Superintendant Susan Enfield joins WA State Superintendant of Education Randy Dorn and others to discuss the national education policy.

Premieres Sun., Nov. 13, 5 p.m.

Watch Town Squares at www.seattlechannel.org/townsquare.

Skaters, schools and cheap fun on CityStream with Nicole Sanchez

channelweb — Thu, 20 Oct 2011 23:01:30 +0000

Meet up with host Nicole Sanchez at the new Delridge Skate Park in West Seattle. We’ll learn how City leaders are teaming up with Seattle Public Schools and others to form a community-wide campaign to keep kids in class. Then, we’ll check out how skateboarding empowers young women. Skate Like a Girl is a growing non-profit organization that gets girls onto skateboards to teach them leadership skills and confidence—as well as how to pull an awesome Ollie. Finally, penny-pinchers rejoice! Check out our latest guide to saving big on fun activities with local “cheapskate” author David Volk.

Premieres tonight at 7 p.m.

Watch it online anytime at: seattlechannel.org/CityStream

2011 Election Debate – Seattle School Board Races

channelweb — Sun, 02 Oct 2011 11:00:33 +0000

Four of Seattle School Board’s seven sitting members are up for reelection this year – All of them facing serious challenges from candidates who criticize the board’s handling of several controversial issues.

Premieres Sunday, October 2 at 4 p.m.

http://www.seattlechannel.org/videos/video.asp?ID=5551107

Meet new U.W. President Michael K. Young on Town Square

george — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 21:58:15 +0000

Last spring, the University of Washington Board of Regents selected Michael K. Young to be the University’s next president and approved a five-year employment contract. Young, who is 61, was president of the University of Utah since 2004. Under his leadership, Utah’s annual budget doubled to $2.6 billion. The number of spinoff companies from the university’s research increased as did private giving, doubling the number of donors. In this interview at CityClub, KING 5’s Jean Enerson asks questions including: How does President Young define his leadership style? What are his top three goals in year one and throughout his first five years? How will he more with less in these challenging economic times? What is his strategy to make a UW education more attainable and affordable for in-state students? Tune in for Town Square, Thursday, September 15, 6 p.m. or watch the show right now http://www.seattlechannel.org/TownSquare.

Summer Food & Fun on City Stream

george — Fri, 10 Jun 2011 20:53:11 +0000

We’re celebrating summer on CityStream! From fun family activities to food drives, we’re covering it all. How the City of Seattle and school officials are making sure kids who rely on school lunches for their main meal, get plenty to eat this summer. Plus, what you can do to help. Then, from the critters and creatures of the Puget Sound, to concerts, boat rides and story time; we’ll tell you about plenty of family fun that’s also pretty frugal. There’s something for everyone on this all new edition of CityStream. Join host Nicole Sanchez from Luna Park in West Seattle for these stories and more!

Watch it now: http://www.seattlechannel.org/CityStream.

U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan on American Podium

george — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 18:48:03 +0000

Arne Duncan was named U.S. Secretary of Education by President Barack Obama and confirmed by the U.S. Senate on January 20, 2009. Before his appointment, he served as the Chicago Public Schools CEO (June 2001 – December 2008), becoming the longest-serving big-city education superintendent in the country. This speech was delivered to the Guiding Lights Weekend, a Seattle conference on community-building and the art of citizenship. Watch it right now American Podium or tune to Channel 21, Tuesday, April 12, 8:00 p.m.

Star Wars on CityStream

george — Wed, 30 Mar 2011 18:29:39 +0000

This week on CityStream: the Star Wars film series has been capturing the hearts and imaginations of fans for generations. And now the props, science and imagination of Star Wars are on display for fans to see. Star Wars: Where Science Meets Imagination is currently on exhibit at the Pacific Science Center. While visitors can see Luke Skywalker’s Land Speeder, or check out Chewbacca’s costume and Darth Vader’s helmet, they’ll also learn about it about the science behind of the films.

Then the science, engineering, math and creativity continues on CityStream as we meet some high school kids who are studying those subjects for fun – it’s all in the name of robot competition. And finally, how City leaders are planning on getting kids moving to help combat childhood obesity. Join host Nicole Sanchez from the Pacific Science Center for these stories and more on CityStream right now at www.seattlechannel.org/CityStream or Thursday, March 31 at 7:00 p.m. on SEATTLE CHANNEL, Cable 21.

Seattle Public Schools on City Inside/Out

george — Fri, 11 Mar 2011 00:07:56 +0000

The Seattle Public Schools are in turmoil. Just last week, after a financial scandal came to light, the School Board fired Superintendent Maria Goodloe-Johnson. To make matters worse, the district’s strategic plan to improve students’ academic performance is not achieving its goals and faces intense opposition from the teacher’s union.

This week on City Inside/Out, C.R. Douglas interviews the new interim superintendent, Susan Enfield, and Seattle School Board President Steve Sundquist, and School Board members Betty Patu and Kay Smith-Blum about the way forward. How will the district improve its financial management? Will there be a change in direction on the academic front as well?

It’s as educating as school and as much fun as recess: City Inside/Out, Friday, March 11, 7:00 p.m., SEATTLE CHANNEL, Cable 21 or right here on http://www.seattlechannel.org/! Did you see our program about neighborhoods and City Hall? Watch it now by visiting http://www.seattlechannel.org/CityInsideOut/.

Watch and Participate on Thursday: How are Seattle Public Schools Doing?

george — Fri, 04 Feb 2011 19:34:54 +0000

SEATTLE CHANNEL, Town Hall and CityClub have created Seattle Speaks, a series of unique, multi-media town halls for the 21^st century, to use TV and the web for spirited debate on public issues. The next episode on Thursday, February 10, 7:00 p.m., will focus on the performance of Seattle Public Schools.

THE QUESTIONS: Are Seattle Public Schools doing well or is it time for more reform? After three years of the district’s strategic plan, are we seeing any results? Are current resources being used wisely? Should there be a new way to measure student and teacher success? What do you think? Join the conversation!

THE FORMAT: Using cutting edge technology both the TV and online audience will participate in real-time conversation using people meters, testimonials, Twitter and Facebook. To stimulate this discussion, we’ve invited special guests including Seattle Schools’ Superintendent Maria Goodloe-Johnson, Seattle School Board Member Kay Smith-Blum, PTSA Interim President Lauren McGuire and Seattle Education Association President Olga Addae. SEATTLE CHANNEL’s dynamic public affairs host C.R. Douglas will lead the lively exchanges.

THE DETAILS: Thursday, February 10, 7:00 p.m. live on TV’s SEATTLE CHANNEL, Cable 21, OR on-line right here on www.seattlechannel.org.

Seattle Speaks: How Are Seattle Public Schools Doing?

george — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 19:47:21 +0000

Are Seattle Public Schools doing well or is it time for more reform? After three years of the district’s strategic plan, are we seeing any results? Are current resources being used wisely? Should there be a new way to measure student and teacher success? What do you think? Join the conversation! On Thursday, February 10th, 7:00 p.m., SEATTLE CHANNEL host C.R. Douglas will lead a live televised discussion “in the round” with Seattle Public Schools’ Supertintendent Maria Goodloe-Johnson and other leaders from the school district, parents, teachers, students and YOU.

THE FORMAT: Using cutting edge technology both the studio and online audience will participate in real-time conversation using people meters, testimonials, Twitter and Facebook. Attend the free multi-media event on Seattle Public Schools in person, Thursday, February 10, 7:00 p.m. at Seattle’s Town Hall or watch live on Cable 21 and right here on http://www.seattlechannel.org/.
TICKETS ARE FREE! But registration is required: visit http://www.seattlecityclub.org/ or call 206-682-7395 for your free tickets.