TV ETC is your window into Clark County schools.
About TV ETC
TV ETC: Your Local Channels
Watch us on Comcast cable channels 27, 28, 29 and 328 in Clark County, Washington.
TV ETC brings you local school concerts, sports, performing arts and news about your schools. Want to find out about innovative teaching initiatives and programs? Curious how schools look today? Want to see your grandson’s choral concert? Then check us out! You just need Comcast and reside in Clark County. Tune to channels 27, 28, 29 and 328 and enjoy.
TV ETC is in HD on Channel 328
Watch your favorite TV ETC programs in high definition on Comcast channel 328 in Clark County. Check out VPS Presents, Young Filmmakers Project and more. Don’t miss upcoming Evergreen Sports, and Evergreen Public Schools’ EPS Inspires program. There’s more waiting for you in high def!
TV ETC on Comcast VOD!
Watch our programs when you want with Comcast’s Video on Demand! Just click on VOD, or Channel 1 on your remote control, scroll down to “Get Local”, then scroll to “TV ETC”. Local sports, school concerts and magazine shows are all at your viewing convenience!
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Channel Schedules
Channel Schedules
Awards
TV ETC Programming Awards
FAQs
Frequently Asked Questions
If you don’t find your question or answer here, please contact us directly.
Q: What is TV ETC?
A: TV ETC (The Vancouver Educational Telecommunications Consortium) has been the designated educational access provider since 1979, providing local educational programming in Clark County, Washington. Nine member school districts, private schools and state schools pool resources to manage the three channels’ playback and programming seen locally on Comcast Channels 27, 28/328, and 29. TV ETC is a non-profit organization housed at Educational Service District 112 in Vancouver, Washington.
Q: Where can I see TV ETC programming?
A: It is only available on Comcast Cable, Channels 27, 28/328, and 29 in Clark County, Washington. It is not available on satellite. Some of our short programs are available on YouTube:
Q: Why can’t I see TV ETC programming on my satellite dish?
A: TV ETC is part of the local PEG (Public, Educational, Government Access) provision made possible to the community through the City/County Franchise Agreement and Comcast. Locally, you can also enjoy the government access programming on CVTV Channels 21 & 23. The PEG Channels are overseen by the City/County Telecommunications Commission and the City/County Cable Office. You can contact the Cable Office for more information at: (360) 487-8702
Q: How can I tell when a program is on?
A: Click on the link to “schedules” to see the weekly line-up of programming for Channels 27, 28/328, and 29. If you can not find the program, please contact:
Xander Hayes
Q: I missed the scheduled plays of a program. Can you play it again?
A: Yes! Just contact us to request a repeat play:
Xander Hayes
Q: Can I purchase a program I see on the TV ETC Channels?
A: Yes, if it is a locally produced program, most likely, it is available for purchase. Please contact:
Xander Hayes
Q: What schools participate in TV ETC programming?
A: There are nine Clark County schools who are current members of TV ETC. If your school would like to join TV ETC, please contact us, 360.952.3642 for more information. Battle Ground School District, Evergreen Public Schools and Vancouver Public Schools each produce programming on a regular basis for the TV ETC channels.
Q: Why are some events covered and not others?
A: The individual school districts decide which events will be covered based on resources and availability. In the case of Battle Ground Public Schools, sports events are regularly covered by video production students at Battle Ground High School who feature games from their high school volunteering countless hours setting up the equipment and taping the games. Vancouver Public Schools and Evergreen Public Schools both have a more district-wide approach covering games across all their high schools.
Q: Can I submit a message to appear on the channels about my school event?
A: Participating TV ETC member school districts submit the messages you see on the channels between regular programming. These messages are collected by the school district public information office. Please contact your school district’s public information department.
Q: What is Classic Arts Showcase?
A: CAS is a non-profit service designed to inspire new audiences by showcasing video clips of the arts. TV ETC transmits this for our viewer’s enjoyment and education. Visit their website for more information.
Q: I am having problems with my cable, can you help?
A: If you are having problems with all your channels such as reception or a billing issue, please call Comcast at 1-800-COMCAST.
Members
TV ETC Members
Nine Clark County schools are current members of TV ETC. Battle Ground School District, Evergreen Public Schools and Vancouver Public Schools each produce programming on a regular basis for the TV ETC channels.
- Battle Ground School District
- Camas School District
- Educational Service District 112
- Evergreen Public Schools
- Hockinson Public Schools
- La Center School District
- Vancouver Public Schools
- Washougal School District
If your school would like to join TV ETC, please e-mail us or call 360-952-3498 for more information.
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Communications News
ESD 112 Communications team wins prestigious national award
In July, the Educational Service District (ESD) 112 Communications Department was honored with a 2024 Gold Medallion Award from the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA). NSPRA’s Gold Medallion Award stands as North America’s top [...]
TV ETC aids school districts in expanding video production programs, local sports coverage
Originally published in May, 2023 and updated in January, 2024. Since 1979, ESD 112 has been home to The Vancouver Educational Television Consortium (TV ETC), a nonprofit organization consisting of seven Clark County school districts. [...]
ESD 112 and Castle Rock School District Celebrate Graduating Class of 2023
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ESD 112 Communications receives top international, national, and state awards
This spring the ESD 112 Communications team was honored with several prestigious awards from international, national, and state organizations for their work in partnership with ESD programs, school districts, and other educational organizations in the [...]
ESD 112 equalizes educational opportunities for learning communities through innovative partnerships, responsive leadership, and exceptional programs.