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PRESS RELEASE PBS Guam to Celebrate Successful 2024 Guam Read-A-Thon with Awards Ceremony

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PBS Guam to Celebrate Successful 2024 Guam Read-A-Thon with Awards Ceremony

Mangilao, Guam, March 18, 2024 – PBS Guam is thrilled to announce another successful Guam Read-A-Thon with its long-anticipated Awards Ceremony, to be held on Saturday, March 23rd, from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM at the Micronesia Mall Center Court. This event marks a celebration of literacy, dedication, and achievement among elementary and middle school students across Guam.

The Guam Read-A-Thon, an initiative by PBS Guam, aimed to foster a love for reading among students while promoting literacy and comprehension skills. Daycare, preschool, headstart, elementary, and middle school students from participating schools island-wide dedicated their time to reading and engaging with books, showcasing their commitment to education and learning.

The awards ceremony will honor the hard work and dedication of students from various schools across Guam. Since all the small prizes were already delivered island-wide, the Awards Ceremony will include the presentation of large prizes, including the prestigious grand prize: a round trip to Disneyland in Tokyo, with airfare, and hotel accommodations for two (student and one parent or guardian) for the island-wide winner. This grand prize serves as a testament to the remarkable efforts of the students and their dedication to the PBS Guam Read-A-Thon.

“We extend our heartfelt congratulations to all participating schools for their outstanding commitment to reading and literacy,” said Ina Carillo, General Manager, of PBS Guam. “Their dedication and enthusiasm have made this year’s Read-A-Thon a tremendous success, and we are so excited and proud to present all the hard-earned prizes to the students this year at our PBS Guam Read-A-Thon Awards Ceremony.”

The event was a testament to the collaborative efforts of educators, students, and the community at large in promoting literacy and fostering a culture of reading on the island. Through initiatives like the Guam Read-A-Thon, PBS Guam continues to play a vital role in shaping the educational landscape and empowering the youth of Guam.

PBS Guam extends its gratitude to all sponsors, supporters, volunteers, and participants for their invaluable contributions to the success of the 2024 Guam Read-A-Thon Awards Ceremony.

For more information about PBS Guam and its initiatives, please visit www.pbsguam.org.

Christine Flores-Dela Cruz

Development Associate

[email protected]

PO BOX 21449, GMF, GUAM 96921 ● TEL: (671) 734-5483 ● WWW.PBSGUAM.ORG

 

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ACADEMIC CHALLENGE BOWL (SY2023-2024)

The ACADEMIC CHALLENGE BOWL (ACB) is an interscholastic competition that tests middle and high school students’ knowledge in Math, Social Studies, Science, Current Events, Music, Art, English Literature, and History. It is an excellent way to nurture, recognize, and celebrate students’ academic strengths. ACB provides a competitive structure for those students who are academically talented. There are toss-up questions and bonus questions on a wide variety of subject areas. Matches are pre-recorded and take place after school at the PBS Guam studio in Mangilao.

UNTALAN MIDDLE SCHOOL VS. SANTA BARBARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL
Friday, May 3, 2024 @ 8:00 pm
Sunday, May 5, 2024 @ 1:30 pm

SANTA BARBARA CATHOLIC SCHOOL VS. ST. JOHN’S SCHOOL
Friday, May 3, 2024 @ 8:30 pm
Sunday, May 5, 2024 @ 2:00 pm

ST. JOHN’S SCHOOL VS. UNTALAN MIDDLE SCHOOL
Friday, May 10, 2024 @ 8:00 pm
Sunday, May 12, 2024 @ 1:30 pm

FATHER DUEÑAS MEMORIAL SCHOOL VS. JOHN F. KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL
Friday, May 10, 2024 @ 8:30 pm
Sunday, May 12, 2024 @ 2:00 pm

JOHN F. KENNEDY HIGH SCHOOL VS. TIYAN HIGH SCHOOL
Friday, May 17, 2024 @ 8:00 pm
Sunday, May 19, 2024 @ 1:30 pm

TIYAN HIGH SCHOOL VS. FATHER DUEÑAS MEMORIAL SCHOOL
Friday, May 17, 2024 @ 8:30 pm
Sunday, May 19, 2024 @ 2:00 pm

AMANPOUR AND COMPANY

Christiane Amanpour leads wide-ranging, in-depth conversations with global thought leaders and cultural influencers on the issues and trends impacting the world daily, from politics, business, and technology to arts, science, and science sports.

Tuesdays – Saturdays @ 11:00 PM

AUSTIN CITY LIMITS

Great music. No limits. Now the longest-running music series in American television history, AUSTIN CITY LIMITS (ACL) showcases popular music legends and innovators from every genre. In addition to being honored by the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum as a rock and roll landmark, ACL is the only television program to ever receive the National Medal of Arts, the nation’s highest award for artistic excellence.

Sundays and Mondays @ 11:00 PM

HISTORY DETECTIVES

America’s top gumshoes are on the case to prove once again that an object found in an attic or backyard might be anything but ordinary. Exploring historical objects and the stories behind them, History Detectives crisscrosses the country delving into legends, folklore and personal histories to discover potentially extraordinary objects in everyday American homes.

Sundays @ 5:00 PM

PBS NEWSHOUR

PBS NEWSHOUR is co-anchored by Amna Nawaz and Geoff Bennett and features the latest news, analysis, field reports from around the world, live studio interviews, and discussions. For almost 50 years, millions have turned to it as public broadcasting’s marquee nightly news program for the solid, reliable reporting that has made it the most objective news program on television.

Tuesdays – Saturdays @ 7:00 PM

PRESS RELEASE PBS Guam Annual Pledge Night 2023

KGTF CHANNEL 12
Guam Educational Telecommunication Corporation
Phone: (671)734-KGTF (5483) * Fax: (671)734-3476 * P.O. Box 21449 GMF, Guam 96921

Website: http//www.pbsguam.org www.youtube.com/pbsguam

www.facebook.com/pbsguam www.instagram.com/pbsguam

 

PBS Guam Announces Pledge Night 2023: An Evening of Entertainment and Giving

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 10, 2023

[Mangilao, Guam] – PBS Guam is proud to announce its upcoming pledge night event, taking place on May 12, 2023, from 7:00 pm to 10:00 pm live from the Central Community Arts Hall in Sinajana. This special event will be a night to remember, featuring a lineup of high-quality programming and a chance for viewers to support PBS Guam & its mission of providing commercial-free content to the community.

In addition to broadcasting live on PBS Guam, KGTF TV Channel 12, the program will live stream on the PBS YouTube Channel, https://youtube.com/user/pbsguam/live, as well as on the PBS Video App (on any Apple or Android mobile device). PBS Guam will maintain its existing commitment to feature children’s programming daily, in addition to other educational shows.

“We’re thrilled to bring our viewers a night of television that truly makes a difference,” said Ina Carillo, General Manager of PBS Guam. “Not only will our programming inspire, inform, and entertain, but our viewers will also have the opportunity to support the station and help us continue to bring quality programming to our island.” The evening’s lineup will feature a variety of PBS Guam’s programming, locally produced programs and special performances. Viewers will have the opportunity to call in LIVE and pledge their support throughout the broadcast, with all proceeds going directly to PBS Guam to support their mission.
“We’re excited to be broadcasting live from the Central Community Arts Hall in Sinajana, and we can’t wait to share this special night with our viewers,” said Don Muna, Production Manager at PBS Guam. “We encourage everyone to tune in, enjoy the programming, and consider making a donation to help support the station.”
The PBS Guam pledge night is a unique opportunity for viewers to make a difference in their community while enjoying quality programming. Don’t miss this chance to show your support for PBS Guam and the valuable work they do.
For more information, visit www.pbsguam.org or call (671) 734-5483. Contact: Annie San Nicolas, [email protected]
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KGTF ● CHANNEL 12
GUAM EDUCATIONAL TELECOMMUNICATION CORPORATION
PO BOX 21449, GMF, GUAM 96921 ● TEL: (671) 734-5483 ● EMAIL: [email protected] ● WWW.PBSGUAM.ORG

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PBS UNIVERSITY AND PBS UNIVERSITY HIGHER LEARNING

PBS UNIVERSITY is a program by PBS Guam and the Guam Department of Education in conjunction with public school teachers. These lessons are created to provide both parents and students with a unique educational experience while helping students to continue learning at home. The educational series features curriculum and instruction with prioritized standards, skills, and topics in lessons from nearly thirty GDOE public school teachers. From Pre-K through 8th grade, the series has been enhanced with CHamoru language segments.

PBS UNIVERSITY HIGHER LEARNING is a spinoff series aimed towards secondary education students. Based on topical discussion, the series is formatted to provide critical thinking and analytical insight on various subjects.

 

This program has been made possible by the Government of Guam Education Stabilization Fund.

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PRESS RELEASE PBS Guam to Launch Community News Programming May 4, 2022

KGTF CHANNEL 12
Guam Educational Telecommunication Corporation

Phone: (671)734-KGTF (5483) * Fax: (671)734-3476 * P.O. Box 21449 GMF, Guam 96921
Website: http//www.pbsguam.org www.youtube.com/pbsguam
www.facebook.com/pbsguam www.instagram.com/pbsguam

 

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE – May 4, 2022

PBS Guam to Launch Community News Programming

[Mangilao, Guam] – In line with the national PBS affiliate counterparts, PBS Guam is excited to announce the launch of a local morning news program starting Monday, May 9, 2022, at 7 a.m. BUENAS will feature interviews with policymakers, public servants, leaders in the private sector, and other representatives from the community, as well as provide information on upcoming community programs and events.
“This new program fulfills a commitment to the national Public Broadcasting Service and the Corporation for Public Broadcasting to provide more local programming and, specifically, a local news program which will enrich and inform our community,” said PBS Guam General Manager Ina Marie V. Carillo. “For more than 45 years, millions of people in the US have turned to PBS NewsHour for the solid, reliable reporting that has made it one of the most trusted news programs on television and online. We hope that with the launch of our new program BUENAS, we will continue to build on the reputation of PBS as a trusted news source and begin an exciting new chapter in local news programming in Guam.”

Chairman of the Board of Trustees Donovan Brooks said, “I am extremely happy to see PBS Guam join the ranks of Guam’s news and information media. I believe the station has much to offer and is poised to make a solid contribution to our community.”

“My experience in media has allowed me to listen to and provide a platform for community members and public stakeholders alike to voice their concerns and solutions for Guam,” said BUENAS Host Pauly Suba. “It’s exciting to be part of the PBS family. It’s even more exciting to start each day covering the morning’s headlines and addressing the issues with deeper conversations that concern the PBS Audience.”
In addition to broadcasting live on PBS Guam, KGTF Channel 12, the program will livestream on the PBS YouTube Channel, https://youtube.com/user/pbsguam/live, as well as on the PBS Guam Facebook page. PBS Guam will maintain its existing commitment to feature children’s programming daily, in addition to other educational shows.

For more information, contact Pauly Suba at (671) 734-5483 or visit www.pbsguam.org. To send a news tip, email [email protected]. You can also find us on Facebook or Instagram at @pbsguam.

KGTF CHANNEL 12

Guam Educational Telecommunication Corporation

Phone: (671)734-KGTF (5483) * Fax: (671)734-3476 * P.O. Box 21449 GMF, Guam 96921
Website: http//www.pbsguam.org www.youtube.com/pbsguam
www.facebook.com/pbsguam www.instagram.com/pbsguam

ABOUT OUR HOST:
Pauly Suba has spent the last seven years in local media broadcasting at Sorensen Media Group. He had his hand in everything from marketing to radio and TV broadcasting, and he recently served as news director/news anchor and talk show host. Pauly offers a fresh, thoughtful perspective and looks forward to continuing to report fair and informative news that concerns the people of Guam and the region. Pauly has been married to his best friend, Tash, for almost 20 years, and they have three children, Alex, Ava, and Aaron, and their dogs, Rocket, and Drax.
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