A NOTE FROM SYLVIA That was winter! I am so glad to welcome May, with all of its lovely tulips, daffodils, and lilacs and the first shoots of fresh asparagus from my garden. My bike is tuned up for some trail rides, and I can finally walk around my neighborhood without my yak tracks. If you are still deciding what your outdoor activities will be this spring and summer, check out season 2 of Outside Chance and find your next new adventure. You can stream all episodes at tpt.org/outdoors or by using the PBS app to watch anytime, anywhere. Throughout May, TPT’s Hype crew members are working on their capstone projects. Hype , our program for youth in grades 9-12, is based on the popular TPT program from the 1990s. This updated initiative is part of TPT’s commitment to mentor the next generation of media makers. The program combines role modeling, media literacy, and hands-on skills to help diverse high-school students uplift their voices across multiple platforms. Learn more on page 10. Also happening this month, SciGirls in the National Parks - the seventh and final season of the PBS program - premieres on May 26. This season focuses on citizen science outdoors, with new episodes airing on TPT 2 at 12:30 p.m. All seven seasons of SciGirls and their accompanying resources are available at tpt.org/scigirls. SciGirls teaches viewers that science is for everyone, and TPT will continue to build on this legacy as we develop our next generation of children’s STEM programming. May is Asian American and Pacific Island Heritage Month. We have an outstanding line-up of programming, including two broadcast premieres on TPT 2. On May 16 at 9 p.m., American Masters: Name June Paik: Moon is the Oldest TV airs, and Fanny: The Right to Rock will be broadcast on May 22 at 9 p.m. Find more AAPI programming on page 9. Finally, I want to take a moment to congratulate Brendan Henehan on his retirement after more than 40 years with TPT. As Almanac’s producer and TPT’s Managing Director of Public Affairs, Brendan will be leaving behind an impressive legacy, which is showcased on page 4.
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