Kids in the Bend is a fun, fast-paced, student-produced television show designed for K–8 viewers, but entertaining for all ages. Bursting with curiosity, creativity, and positive energy, the show celebrates learning and youth voices. The show has earned 1st Place Video Magazine honors in 2024 and 2025 from the Indiana Association of School Broadcasters
Today’s show features a tour of the South Bend Chocolate Factory, 3-D wing tests in an aeronautics class, a visit to the Cat Lady Café, the restored Muppet Movie Studebaker, a LEGO Santa House build competition, Bro on the Go! fitness, and a chance to meet young twin book authors.
Visit the South Bend dinosaur museum, Behind the scenes of United Youth Theater, Meet therapy dogs Milo and Sierra, Learn about Riley's Best Buddies program, Gingerbread house building contest, Mr. Ponder's dad jokes
Join us for the debut episode of KIDS IN THE BEND Hosted by seniors Will Atkins and Miya Mason, here are today's stories and segments: Computer science students spin their spirobots, experience the amazing animals at Potawatomi Zoo, meet the fuzzy gang with Roz Puppets, build some fun LEGO creations, rockin' the mic with U93's Big Perm, "Harry Potter" houses at Jackson school, Stay fit with Reese & Isaiah, and get to know "The Nutcracker"