Alison Kuznitz \u201815
\nEE Co-Editor-in-Chief<\/p>\n
As little kids, we all inevitably dreamed of being on television. Unfortunately, many of us never flipped to the to correct channel to realize these dreams actually came true. From elementary school graduations to chorus concerts, all major school events have been aired on Channel 17, or more recently on the town\u2019s revamped education and government access station, Trumbull Community Television (TCT).<\/p>\n
TCT is available to Charter customers on Channel 194 and to Frontier customers on Channel 99. As a result of the renovations at Trumbull High School, TCT\u2019s lacking studio in upper No-Name was converted to a state-of the-art facility now located in M-Wing. This upgrade, complemented by a generous state grant, allowed the station to purchase new studio and film equipment. These two factors have not only transformed the image and demographics of the station to encompass Trumbull youth, but opened up countless possibilities for its future as well.<\/p>\n
\u201cWhat used to be called Channel 17, everything\u2019s changed. Essentially, you thought it was this public access television that had content that didn\u2019t pertain to kids,\u201d says C-House principal Mr. Manuel, who serves as the liaison between TCT and Trumbull High School. \u201c…It\u2019s now Trumbull Community Television and they\u2019re doing a lot of cool things that are of interest to young kids.\u201d<\/p>\n
First and foremost, TCT\u2019s mission is to link the Trumbull community together. Whether government meetings or Trumbull High School sports games are being broadcasted, TCT simply cannot fulfill its goal unless it reaches a significant part of the population and its targeted viewing audience: students. Perhaps, this message is best represented by the logo of TCT, which was designed by Supervising Producer Mrs. Donna Girot.
\n\u201cThe TCT logo represents the profiles of two talking heads. When joined together they make a happy face. Although visually simplistic, the logo exemplifies that when residents come together to communicate, the result is a better community,\u201d states Mrs. Girot. \u201cCommunication is integral to community development.\u201d<\/p>\n
TCT is actively seeking volunteers, particularly sophomores and juniors. Interested underclassmen initially become involved with the AV Club, which is primarily known for producing the video announcements at Trumbull High School.<\/p>\n
\u201cTCT is recruiting students who want to videotape sports games, school events, town events, and help crew in-studio shows,\u201d says Mrs. Girot. \u201cWe also need students who want to develop Photoshop and\u00a0editing skills.\u201d<\/p>\n
Additionally, TCT is constantly looking for original music, typically ballads and other \u201ceasy listening\u201d songs, that can be played during Community Bulletin segments.<\/p>\n
\u201cOur goal is to offer \u2018something for everyone\u2019 \u2013 seniors, parents, teens, professionals \u2013 so that all Trumbull residents can find something of interest to them,\u201d states Mrs. Kate Donahue, who co-chairs the Trumbull Community Television Committee and handles administrative aspects of the station.
\nBeyond filming and editing, TCT offers experiences for students who want to be on camera. Through the Eagle\u2019s Eye and Trillium, students currently are able to acquire skills in print journalism only. Yet, with new capabilities, including live-feed technology and a TriCaster system in the works, students can finally be exposed to broadcast journalism. Instead of writing sports articles and snapping action photos, a team of students could be reporting live from McDougall Stadium by the next school year.<\/p>\n
As Mrs. Girot comments, \u201cWe are only limited by the students\u2019 creativities. You don\u2019t come to me and get a class, you come to me with an individual idea and every road block that you come up against, we work through each road block or we recruit someone to help you.\u201d<\/p>\n
Students will be exposed to video editing software, ranging from Final Cut 10 to Premier Pro. Training is available at a student\u2019s convenience with Mrs. Girot or AV Studio Director Mr. Shawn Tait.<\/p>\n
Junior Taylor Berlin, who is Vice President of the AV Club and Lead Anchor for the morning announcements, has definitely benefitted from her time spent in the studio. She is now confident with real-life skills, such as using the various technology and Photoshop.<\/p>\n
\u201cThe new equipment is the same as that being used in major news stations all over the world. It\u2019s made corresponding with the crew during filming so much easier and it really is the best technology that\u2019s offered,\u201d remarks Berlin. \u201cI really want to start more live projects and using things like our drone cam[era] more often.\u201d<\/p>\n
If Trumbull High School students are still not sold on the idea of volunteering with TCT, it is important to emphasize the perks of working behind-the-scenes as a videographer. After proving their dependability, skills, and talents, juniors and seniors may be hired by the station. Even though filming opportunities are sporadic, this is counteracted by the fact that employees are paid $15 per hour.<\/p>\n
From an administrative perspective, Mr. Manuel is eager to see the interplay between TCT and the curriculum. With so many classes relying on multimedia, TCT is certainly an asset for our overall learning environment.
\n\u201cIdeally, we would like to see this as a great supplementation to our current curriculum in a lot of different subject areas,\u201d states Mr. Manuel.<\/p>\n
In the past year, a Facebook page has been designed (www.facebook.com\/TrumbullCommunityTelevision) to present clips of shows that will air that week on television, along with serve as platform for viewers\u2019 programming suggestions. A website has also been designed, www.trumbullps.tv, to keep everyone well informed on community news and events.<\/p>\n
The website offers an On Demand \u201cWatch Now\u201d directory feature, with archives and productions dating back approximately two and a half years. \u201cWatch Now\u201d can be accessed at a viewer\u2019s convenience, and it is perfect for relatives from around the country that may want to watch a loved one\u2019s National Honor Society Induction Ceremony, wrestling match, or orchestra concert.<\/p>\n
According to Mr. Manuel, \u201cWe\u2019re hopeful that this is going to at least change the view of public access in Trumbull into more of a true community extension. And that\u2019s really what we want our school to be – not necessarily just Trumbull High School, but the entire Trumbull Public Schools District and Trumbull Community.\u201d<\/p>\n
As the station continues to evolve and explore new creative avenues, hopefully students and Trumbull residents alike will continue engaging with this community-oriented station.<\/p>\n
\u201cIt\u2019s got an interesting future that hasn\u2019t been determined yet,\u201d sums up Mrs. Girot. \u201cThe community wants to see what\u2019s going on with the school and I want to hear your voices.\u201d<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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