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High school athletics reigns supreme in the Imperial Valley. During the 2024-25 season, two of Central Union High School’s teams took the quest for championships all the way to the CIF State final levels. One repeated, one fell just short. -
The new school year can be exciting, but also stressful. Kids may be feeling anxious. Parents may be juggling new responsibilities. Experts share tips on how to manage this season of change. -
It can be tough to navigate relationships when our friends start having kids. This guide can help both parents and child-free folks figure out how to stay connected in a new life stage.
News
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The Williamsons of Carlisle, Pa., live well below the poverty line. And in the family's struggle to obtain enough food, nutrition sometimes takes a back seat to necessity. Hunger in America is complicated. It's not just getting enough food, but getting the right food -- and making the right choices.
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President Obama has pledged to end childhood hunger by 2015. But the number of hungry children in America has been rising: In 2008, almost 17 million children lived in households where getting enough food was a challenge. The Williamson family of five in Carlisle, Pa., who make $18,000 a year, highlight this struggle.
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This weekend we celebrate Father's Day and that's a good time to examine the changing role of Dads. Family dynamics and the recession have more fathers taking on a much bigger parenting role than in previous generations. We'll get an update on modern Dads from the founder of a collaborative blog called DadCentric.
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Two UC San Diego researchers found evidence that birth rates climbed eight years ago during Trump’s first term. -
The state has repeatedly balked at boosting how much it pays the people who care for society’s mistreated children. -
San Diego, like counties across the country, confiscates the benefits of foster children as reimbursement for their care -- even though there's money already set aside for that purpose.
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A teen-run mental health hotline is seeing thousands of contacts from San Diego youth. -
Last year, four measles cases were confirmed in the county, all associated with international travel. -
A new study in the journal JAMA finds the health of America's children has worsened across several key indicators over the last two decades. That includes the number of children with chronic diseases.
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This fall at least 200,000 California students are expected to enroll in transitional kindergarten, which serves as a bridge between preschool and kindergarten. -
District staff said the sports program, wellness centers and referrals to community resources can help students adjust to middle school. -
Google, Microsoft, Adobe and IBM will offer AI-related tools to California’s schools and universities in an effort to prepare the state’s students for a changing economy.
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Filmmaker Nicole Opper's documentary "Off and Running" is a story about an African-American teenage girl's search for her birth mom as she is being raised by her Jewish, lesbian adoptive parents.
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Just in time for Holiday toy shopping, we get a new look at how gender stereotypes can actually hinder a child's development. We'll speak with the author of PINK BRAIN/BLUE BRAIN about why girls need more Legos and boys need more time away from the computer.
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The pressure to be perfect may be keeping young girls from discovering their true selves. We welcome back author Rachel Simmons to These Days to discuss her new book THE CURSE OF THE GOOD GIRL: Raising Authentic Girls with Courage and Confidence.
Question of the day
How much are you spending on school supplies this year?
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KPBS Kids offers a wide range of programming to educate, enlighten, and entertain families in the San Diego region.
Embark on a journey through the diverse world of KPBS television. From entertaining dramas for the grownups to enriching educational content for kids, your adventure into exceptional programming starts right here.
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Finding child care can be a challenge. The YMCA of San Diego County is a great place to start for information on choosing a child care provider and for resources. https://www.ymcasd.org/family-resources/child-care-referrals
The San Diego Regional Center is a private, non-profit 501 c (3) organization that contracts with California to provide services to persons with developmental disabilities (intellectual disabilities, cerebral palsy, epilepsy, autism, or other disabling conditions similar to intellectual disabilities) living in San Diego and Imperial counties. https://www.sdrc.org/
The KPBS events calendar is San Diego's premiere destination for a diverse selection of local events, curated by KPBS staff and through user-generated submissions, including a special section dedicated to families. You can see the entire calendar here or select the “Family” event category.
KPBS explored this topic in its web series “Where’s My Village.” Two resources from that episode that will help you get started in your daycare business are:
You can watch “Where’s My Village” here.
You can watch “Where’s My Village” here.
There are multiple ways you can watch PBS Kids’ award-winning shows:
- For people without cable, you can tune into Channel 15.4 for the 24 hour PBS Kids channel.
- On cable, KPBS Kids – Cox 809; Spectrum Cable 1276.
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- You can also watch on the PBS KIDS app.To download the PBS KIDS app, please visit the app store on your device and search for PBS KIDS. In the app, your child can play videos and games, and listen to songs.
Email news@kpbs.org with your news story idea. The KPBS newsroom editors will review your suggestion and may assign a reporter to follow up.
PBS Kids Video & Games App
PBS KIDS Video App
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The PBS KIDS Games app makes learning fun and safe with amazing games featuring favorites like Daniel Tiger, Wild Kratts, Donkey Hodie, Alma’s Way, and more! Play hundreds of free educational games designed for your child and watch as they learn with their favorite PBS characters.
San Diego 9/11 Memorial Stair Climb at Hilton Bayfront
Saturday, August 30, 2025 from 7 AM to 3 PM
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Bayfront Park at Hilton San Diego Bayfront
$50-$110
Help Support the Feeding San Diego School Pantry Program
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 7 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2025
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USEA American Eventing Championships
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 7:30 AM
Ongoing until August 31, 2025
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Galway Downs
Free
Disney’s Newest Broadway JR Musical Comes to San Diego – Now Casting Local Youth for Fall Production
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 9 AM
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T3 Triple Threat at the North Park Recreation Center
$0-$360
Birch Aquarium at Scripps Institution of Oceanography: 'Living Seas' Exhibition
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 9 AM
Ongoing until September 30, 2025
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
Birch Aquarium Extended Hours: August - September
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 9 AM
Ongoing until September 1, 2025
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Birch Aquarium at Scripps
$24.95 - $29.95
'Octavia Butler: Seeding Futures'
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 9 AM
Ongoing until December 31, 2025
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The New Children's Museum
$0-$24
Refresh & Recharge at San Diego Botanic Garden
Saturday, August 30, 2025 at 9 AM
Ongoing until August 31, 2025
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San Diego Botanic Garden
Free - $18
Be My Neighbor Day
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A parent and child meet Katerina Kittycat at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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A family visits the Words Alive booth at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families sing and dance with Ralph of Ralph's World at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Katerina Kittycat and Daniel Tiger pose for a photo at "Be My Neighbor Day" across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Children sing and dance with Ralph of Ralph's World at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families make garden markers with KPBS Kids at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families sit to enjoy live performances on the field at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Alan Prohaska, PNC Bank Regional President of Greater San Diego, shares a Daniel Tiger story at "Be My Neighbor Day" across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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Families make art by rubbing leaves with Olivewood Gardens and Learning Center at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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A young child greets Daniel Tiger at Be My Neighbor Day across the street from the KPBS station on Saturday, April 6 in San Diego, CA.
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