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CEO SPOTLIGHT GPB SERVES ALL COMMUNITIES by GPB CEO Teya Ryan
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s our cover story reveals, we’re excited to add Alma’s Way to our weekday lineup of GPB Kids programs this month. Creator Sonia Manzano is beloved by generations of children for the sense of comfort and belonging she’s
provided in her role as Maria on Sesame Street. The series premiere on Monday, October 4, as well as the debut of American Masters: Rita Moreno: Just A Girl Who Decided to Go For It Tuesday, October 5, are part of PBS programming initiatives honoring Hispanic Heritage Month. The annual event is officially commemorated September 15 – October 15.
New PBS Kids series Alma’s Way premiering in October.
Though we are committed to providing educational and thought-provoking content throughout the year that inspires greater cultural understanding, I want to take this opportunity to emphasize that part of GPB’s mission is to serve and represent all communities. We know that when children see authentic, positive representations of
Rita Moreno featured in American Masters program honoring Hispanic Heritage.
themselves in media, it has a measurable effect on their self-esteem and long-term success.
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