WGLH-TV — May 16, 1988 - Spotlight on Chapelfield Elementary

Описание: In this special episode of WGLH-TV, reporter Neil Smith takes viewers inside Chapelfield Elementary to showcase the programs, students, teachers, and community partnerships that make the school thrive. From Kindergarten Roundup to classroom learning, PTA contributions, teacher appreciation, and reflections from the principal, this episode provides a warm and detailed portrait of school life in 1988.

⏱️ Segment Timeline

0:20 — Neil Smith opens the program: introducing Chapelfield Elementary.
0:27–0:49 — Opening montage: visuals of the school, classrooms, and students.
3:15 — Kindergarten Roundup begins: students preparing to enter school.
3:23–3:58 — Testing children’s readiness: following rules, giving personal info, coat-wearing.
4:06 — Coordination and physical tests: catching, throwing, hitting a ball.
4:18–4:32 — Vision and safety screenings, fingerprinting.
4:32–4:44 — Mrs. Johnson, director of Kindergarten Roundup, explains its importance.
5:01 — Teachers gain valuable info about incoming students; parents learn about readiness.
7:10–10:00 — Student interviews: what kindergarteners and pre-K children think about school.
11:00–15:00 — Classroom coverage: teachers working with small groups, student projects.
15:30–17:40 — Emphasis on reading, early math, and art in the elementary curriculum.
18:00–20:00 — PTA contributions highlighted: fundraising for supplies and activities.
20:30–23:00 — Parent involvement in the classroom, including volunteers supporting lessons.
23:30–26:58 — Teacher appreciation luncheon discussed: staff gratitude for community support.
27:09–27:36 — Principal shares reflections: importance of partnership between teachers, parents, and school.
28:00–28:56 — Closing thanks to teachers and staff, including special mentions: Mr. Forgi, Mr. Kendall, and Mr. Listister.
29:18–29:49 — Closing remarks by Neil Smith: “a better understanding of what Chapelfield Elementary is really like.”

👥 People Index
On-Air / Reporters
Neil Smith (0:20, 29:21) — Host and narrator for the full program.

Staff & Teachers
Mrs. Johnson (4:32) — Director of Kindergarten Roundup; explains program purpose.
Mr. Forgi (28:47) — Recognized in staff thank-you.
Mr. Kendall (28:47) — Recognized in staff thank-you.
Mr. Listister (28:47) — Recognized in staff thank-you.

Various Chapelfield Elementary teachers — seen instructing, working with students (11:00–17:40).

Students
Kindergarten Roundup participants (3:23–4:44) — completing readiness tasks.
Chapelfield Elementary students (7:10–15:00) — interviewed, working on class activities, reading, math, and art.
Student helpers and PTA children seen during fundraising and events (18:00–20:00).

Parents & PTA
Parent volunteers (20:30–23:00) — assisting in classrooms.
PTA members (18:00–23:00) — supporting fundraising, teacher appreciation lunch.

Administration
Principal of Chapelfield Elementary (27:09) — reflects on favorite part of being principal: seeing children grow and develop.

📌 Episode Notes
This episode focuses entirely on Chapelfield Elementary School and serves as both a community profile and an inside look at education in the late 1980s. Emphasis on Kindergarten Roundup as a tool for assessing readiness and easing children into school.Showcases the partnership between parents, teachers, and administrators. Ends with a thank-you segment to teachers, PTA, and staff for their commitment.