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September 5, 2006 3:59 PM

Katie Couric's Notebook: Back to School

Posted by Greg Kandra
This is a day of firsts -- and it's reminded Katie of something we all remember, the first day of school. Katie's been scribbling in her notebook, and today shares the first page. Click the screen to see more.



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by tomrev September 8, 2006 5:45 PM EDT
Great brodcasts!

Congratulations to you and your staff.

A good sign off could be:

"let's continue to feel the world together..."

Thank you for your hard work,

Tomas
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by kyhootie September 7, 2006 10:44 PM EDT
Hi Katie,

Great job!!! You asked for a good sign off and I liked what you did this evening. Just in case you are still looking.....
This is Katie Couric, consistently bringing specifics. Have a great evening!!

Cindy in Kentucky
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by tnt357 September 7, 2006 9:56 PM EDT
Dear Katie,
I wanted to wait until I saw
Your second newscast to find a flaw
Was it a fluke the first one was great
You handled it with ease, "Hey, no sweat"
You fit that "chair", tell the news with flare
The first woman newscaster, a breath of fresh air
You bring warmth to each story with a special touch
Cant wait for tomorrow, I enjoyed it so much
I now must confess, I am very impressed
Me, change to CBS who would have guessed
I am sorry Brian .. the change has been made
Katie's got what it takes, she's made the grade
TNT357
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by jlyn35 September 7, 2006 9:45 PM EDT
We have a suggestion for your sign off
: "Health and Happiness, Merry Christmas"
or "Health and Happiness, Happy Thanksgiving" or
"Health and Happiness, Have a Safe Weekend"
The key words are always Health & Happiness, and changing the well wishes at the end of the tag line each night.

Best of Luck on your new endeavors at CBS.
~The Andrade's of New Bedford, MA
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by shoenbaggal September 7, 2006 6:32 PM EDT
Ms. Couric,
I thought your first show was wonderful and informative. I look forward to tuning in to CBS news on a regular basis.
On a side note, can anyone tell me who's shoes you were wearing. I want a pair and have not found them, are they this season's? Thanks so much, and may all your news be good news!
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by homepam September 7, 2006 11:17 AM EDT
Katie,
You did a great job on the evening news for the first time. Appeared a little nervous at first, but must admit you did pull it off with the style and poise we have all come to know.

As far a signing off, something simple and sweet, but not syrup is defiantly needed. You have come a long way and seem to be in great mental health since the death of her husband. I see you as someone who treats yourself with great respect and is kind.
My suggestion would be:

This is Katie Couric saying %u201Cgood night, and be good to yourself%u201D

Good luck, Pam
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by katiewatch September 7, 2006 3:48 AM EDT
Katie was much more herself tonight. More relaxed looking.
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by hankkearney September 7, 2006 3:03 AM EDT
Katie....Even though I am no fan of CBS and/or Viacom after their treatment of "The King of All Media", I must say that I really enjoy the CBS Evening News with Katie Couric. And I will continue to watch.

If you are still looking for a closing statement, I would suggest that you borrow the one that was used for decades by the late Bill Burns on KDKA in Pittsburgh:

"Good night. Good luck. And good news tomorrow."

You can't go wrong with a close that was used by a local anchor who had a 60-70% audience share at his peak. Add to the fact that he and his daughter (the late Patti Burns) were the very first father & daughter anchor team from the late 1970s to the early 1990s, and you have a winning combination (and I don't know that there has been one since).

Bill Burns was the epitome of an "achor's anchor" and a "reporter's reporter". Adopting his closing line would be the best.

I wish you all of the best luck.
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by ritaruud September 6, 2006 11:46 PM EDT
Katie,

Are you still looking for your sign off signature? You could try out seasonal slogans?
How about "Grill'em if you got'em!"
on hot summer days? Or "Is it cold enough for
you?" for winter? My Swedish Grandma always
said "What do you know for sure?" You could
say "I'm Katie Couric,that's our news for
tonight. And what do YOU know for sure?"

Bye now,

Rita Ruud from Fargo, ND
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by vivian217 September 6, 2006 10:59 PM EDT
Welcome back Katie and I'm glad to spend the evening with you and love the hair girl(smile).My little spin for you is, "For your evening CBS News this is Katie Couric----Good Night"
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by marci5216 September 6, 2006 10:23 PM EDT
katie my whole family is routing for you. That's my 78 year old mom, my siter and my boys, ages 12,10 and 10.

As you came on yesterday i just started clapping, clapping, clapping. Tears filled my eyes just as if you were my sister. Now I know we are sisters! And today, I didn't cry this time but like magic I find myself clapping and cheering you on!

Good luck and remember your extended family is cheering you on!

your sister,
Marcia
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by lgsanderl September 6, 2006 10:13 PM EDT
BE GOOD.BE SAFE
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by joanlady2003 September 6, 2006 8:10 PM EDT
for your sign off, be down to earth, yourself, smile say," This is Katie Couric keeping you informed, Until Tomorrow (Smile)
or
This is Katie Couric Keeping you informed
Have a Good Night (smile)
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by nila-k September 6, 2006 7:37 PM EDT
Katie, great job last nite! I work in the public school system and especially enjoyed your Back to School thoughts. First day of school is more a time of renewal and resolutions than Jan. 1st. I think you should consider your first day very successful!
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by ihatethefrench September 6, 2006 7:27 PM EDT
Well I watched this so called historic event last night and I must say I do think it was overhyped. I think Mrs. Couric did a good job in front of the camera but that's about it. I don't know if she does her own journalism or if others write her a script to read but it was half news and half "fluff". Maybe that's what the ratings tell CBS the American people want to watch but in my opinion the program last night didn't have much to do about actual news. There are more important things happening around the world besides Tom Cruise's baby.
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by peglet922 September 6, 2006 6:18 PM EDT
Katie, be yourself, the person millions of Today Show viewers fell in love with. We love you because you teach us and our children about current events, while making us smile about the lighter ones and cry about the sad ones. May God Bless you and your family.
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by tonypache September 6, 2006 6:04 PM EDT
I have just written a respectful but critical review of Ms. Couric..and guess what: CBS has removed it. So much for free speech and free press huh?!!!!! Let's see how long this one lasts posted... keep an eye on this one.
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by lizzyson September 6, 2006 5:51 PM EDT
Since I became a young widow many years ago, I decided to try and enjoy every day. I am sure Katie can relate and maybe her sign off should reflect living your life to the fullest. Something along the lines of: relax, smile and enjoy your life may be a good sign off.

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by rosinamm September 6, 2006 5:30 PM EDT
Thanks for a very good impression on your first CBS evening. I am looking forward to your interview with the President. What I like about your interviewing style is your ability to ask tough questions without being rude! (unlike some interviewers!) I am counting on your continued professionalism.

I really liked someone's suggestion of "Be well, America." as your sign off. My personal preference is "God be with you", but I know you dare NOT mention God! Heaven Forbid!

My personal wish for you, Katie is "God's best to you". I really think you deserve His best.
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by klar238 September 6, 2006 5:05 PM EDT
Great broadcast last night! I am really glad you are back on the air! Since you left the Today show it has just not been the same.

As for the sign-off...what you said last night was PERFECT! It was just you being you, I wish more celebrities could be like that!

Katie
Lincoln, NE
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