Hello parents, teachers and students!
Well, the first week of school for the majority of kids is just about over. Did you make it?
Recommended Videos
It was so great to see all those back-to-school photos, everyone looks ready to go. Or are you in one of the school districts who hasn’t started yet? Either way, you can submit to our slideshow by clicking here.
The state of Texas is continuing to try to distribute masks, gloves, thermometers, hand sanitizers and face shields to area schools, but many San Antonio teachers are still concerned over not having enough personal protective equipment. We recently reached out to the school districts to see what they are saying.
In this week’s KSAT Kids’ spotlight, we highlight Rishabh Jain, 16, and Aruj Khater, 15, who have launched a website and a non-profit that has raised more than $2,000 and provided over 500 meals. Well done!
Are you looking for a fun educational activity for your kids? Check out Meteorologist Kaiti Blake’s latest home science lab where you can create a lava lamp, one with all the color of the original, but without the electricity.
For those students needing some additional schooling help the San Antonio Public Library is offering back-to-school resources to help children with their lessons. We also have a list of places offering free Wi-Fi for students and their families during the pandemic.
Stay safe and wash your hands, everybody!
-Ben Spicer
If you’re not subscribed to this newsletter, sign up here.
Do you have an idea for a lesson or feedback? Email me at Bspicer@ksat.com with new content, lessons, story ideas or tips!
Here’s what can be found on KSAT Kids for Friday, August 21:
Kid Spotlight
What’s Up South Texas!: Teens create website, non-profit to combat hunger
Two teens have spent their time in quarantine launching a website and non-profit dedicated to providing restaurant food to those in need.
Do you know a classroom or school that is doing amazing work and deserves to be featured in KSAT Kids? Nominate a student, teacher or school by emailing ksatkids@ksat.com.
Student activities
KSAT Kids Home Science: Make Your Own Lava Lamp
Are you looking for something fun to do at home that has a little bit of science behind it? Well, check out this awesome at-home experiment to make a lava lamp.
Sarah’s Science Classroom: Clouds!
KSAT Meteorologist Sarah Spivey takes you into her “classroom” to learn about how clouds form and ways to recognize different types of clouds.
Free activity book lets kids make stops at Texas airports in a colorful way
Get out the crayons and colored pencils! The San Antonio International Airport along with eight other Texas airports have teamed up in the creation of a coloring book campaign.