MAGAZINE September 2016 “Masterpiece: Poldark Season 2” Premieres Sunday, Sept. 25, at 7 p.m. Against the breathtaking back- drop of 18th century Cornwall, Aidan Turner (Poldark), Eleanor Tomlinson (Demelza) and Heida Reed (Elizabeth) return as the complicated love triangle in a new season of the popular romantic saga, based on the novels by Winston Graham. A Magazine for the Supporters of the AETN Foundation From the Director AETN Productions Dear Friend, students learn and thrive. In its 10-year existence, ArkansasIDEAS has grown into arguably the larg- Many people think est free (to educators) service in the country. “Exploring Arkansas” of AETN as “just” a Lake Greeson in Southwest Arkansas has long been known for its great crappie fishing. Catching “slab” TV station. While we AETN PBS LearningMedia, a free service for all crappie in the 17-inch category is not out of the norm. Along North Sylamore Creek near Mountain View, are justifiably proud teachers, students and home-schooling families, is near the North Sylamore Creek Trailhead, is a secluded swimmin’ hole complete with a rope swing that is of our wonderful another example of service beyond a terrific pro- quite popular with the locals. Jacksonville Museum of Military History sits and diverse program gram schedule. This service includes classroom- on the old Arkansas Ordnance Plant site, which manufactured bomb parts schedule, education ready, curriculum-based, digital resources, includ- during WWII. She’s known to many as the pie queen of the South – meet is at the heart of our mission at AETN and PBS. ing videos and interactives, audio, documents and Charlotte Bowls of Keo who creates her 10-inch high meringue pies in a AETN was created to use the power of media to in-depth lesson plans. historic pharmacy building. “Exploring Arkansas” airs Wednesday, Sept. 7, educate, engage and inspire all Arkansans. We take at 6:30 p.m. our mission very seriously. Just in time for the back-to-school season, PBS and AETN will present Spotlight Education Week We have a tremendous responsibility to use our Sept. 11-18 with programming reporting on airwaves to prepare children for success in school today’s classrooms and explaining how creativity and in life – and, thankfully, our statewide reach and dedication to teaching all children makes a facilitates that. From social-emotional “grit” to difference in communities. Highlights of the week literacy to STEM skills, we make sure our content include: does more than entertain, it also inspires and teaches. • “POV: All The Difference,” Monday, Sept. 12, at AETN Video Vault tackle it all. “Student Selects: A Young Filmmakers 9 p.m. Celebrate Arkansas’s 50th year of local public Showcase” airs Friday, Sept. 9, at 8 p.m. And, as the media landscape has evolved, we are • “FRONTLINE: A Subprime Education,” Tues- television programming and rediscover AETN evolving right along with it. We’re working across day, Sept. 13, at 8 p.m. original productions every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. Also this fall, AETN Student Selects will be host- platforms to reach kids where they learn. We can’t • “TED Talks: Education Revolution,” Tuesday, with the AETN Video Vault! We’ll be delving back ing the Hot Springs Documentary Film Festival’s focus on just one element of learning – in order Sept. 13, at 9 p.m. into the treasure trove of AETN golden oldies to Emerging Filmmakers Program. to best serve kids and teens, we must provide • “NOVA: School of the Future,” Wednesday, find lost classics and longtime favorites. September exploratory opportunities across all possible areas, Sept. 14, at 8 p.m. Video Vault classics include “The Lost Squadron,” Additional information, submission guidelines, whether they are cognitive, social-emotional, • “Arkansans Ask: Adult Education,” Thursday, “When Lightning Struck,” “Precious Memories” entry deadlines and application forms are available physical or, like most of our series, a seamless, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. and “Crater of Diamonds.” at aetn.org/studentselects. integrated combination. We must do this not only on television – but also on mobile devices, games, It’s clear that it takes all of us when it comes to “The Lost Squadron,” from1997, airs “Arkansans Ask: Adult Education” streaming video and, of course, in the classroom. education. Even with the most advanced digital Sept. 8 at 6:30 p.m. Adult Education in Arkansas includes an array of tools, parents can’t do it alone. Neither can teach- “When Lighting Stuck: Saga of an Ameri- programs that can help improve the education ArkansasIDEAS, an online portal dedicated to ers, or business leaders. But, working together, we can War Plane,” from 2000, airs Sept. 15 and job readiness of Arkansans. Some of those professional development for Arkansas educators believe we can measurably improve education in at 6:30 p.m. programs include General Education Diploma in partnership with the Arkansas Department of this state. In fact, it is crucial. “Precious Memories: Our Vanishing (GED), English as a Second Language (ESL), cor- Education, has delivered in excess of 1,000,000 Rural Churches,” from 1999, airs Sept. 29 rectional education, family literacy and Workforce tested credit hours to state educators to help them President Lyndon Johnson once said: “We have at 6:30 p.m. Alliance for Growth in the Economy (WAGE) meet their annual training requirements. More im- always believed that our people can stand on no “Crater of Diamonds,” from 1993, airs classes. A panel including staff from the Arkansas portantly, it improves ways teachers can help their higher ground than the school ground, or can Sept. 22 at 6:30 p.m. Department of Career Education will discuss these enter any more hopeful room than the classroom. options, as well as how and where to get involved The quality programming on AETN is underwritten in part by... We blend time and faith and knowledge in our “Student Selects: A Young Filmmakers with adult learning in the state. “Arkansans Ask: schools – not only to create educated citizens, but Showcase” Adult Education” airs Thursday, Sept. 15, at 7 p.m. also to shape the destiny of this great nation.” AETN kicks off the school year with “Student Selects: A Young Filmmakers Showcase,” featuring “Agri Arkansas” AETN is proud to be working in education, and I be- Exceptional Savings on Fine Home Decor must-see films made by students from across Arkan- This September, “Agri Arkansas” takes a closer look at lieve we can help our next generation grow and learn. sas. These include the Thea Foundation cholarship technology in agriculture. The use of drones, GPS and winning films and a selection of the Historic Film hand-held devices are finding their way into agricultural Prize winning films. Everything from psychologi- workflows throughout the state. Also included is a visit Allen Weatherly cal thrillers, dark comedies, romance, dreamscapes to a unique spot for a community garden in Heber Executive Director – AETN and documentaries – the state’s young filmmakers Springs. “Agri Arkansas” airs Sunday, Sept. 25, at1 p.m. Lake Village, AR • 800.732.3722 3 WOULD YOU LIKE TO HELP US, If you are like many people, you may still find yourself concerned about the economy and BUT DON’T taxes this year. AETN and the AETN Founda- tion appreciate your continued support of our programs and services and want to thank you KNOW HOW? for your generosity. You may find yourself wishing you could help AETN in more ways this year, but you may not know how. One idea to consider is a charitable bequest. A bequest is a gift you can make without using any of your current resources. It is simply a commitment made in your will to leave a future amount, asset or percentage of your estate to the AETN Foundation. Your gift is important because it will help us keep educational and in- spirational programming available in the future. “Masterpiece: Indian Summers, Season 2” If you have already included us in your estate Sundays, September 11-October 2, and October 16-November 20, 2016, 9 p.m. plan, please let us know so that we can recog- nize and thank you. To learn more about how The series described by Variety as “picturesque, wonderfully soapy and set against to create a bequest in your will or to request a a rich historical backdrop” returns for a second season. It’s 1935 in Simla—an Indian free guide to creating your will or trust, please ? retreat for British colonials set in the Himalayas. visit our website, or call Karen Cooper today. Visit legacy.aetnfoundation.org, or contact Karen Cooper at 1-800-662-2386 or [email protected]. 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