Directed/Produced By Renee Sotile & Mary Jo Godges
Narrated by Academy Award winner Susan Sarandon
“Christa’s Song” & original music by Grammy winner Carly Simon
“A compelling and honest account of Challenger 51L’s “Teacher in Space” mission. An inspiring tribute to a true American Hero.” Buzz Aldrin
“A riveting and unusually moving story, told from the inside.” Ken Burns
“An outstanding tribute to an extraordinary woman, this is highly recommended. Editor’s Choice.” Video Librarian
“Moving documentary and tribute…serves to motivate and inspire.” Booklist
“Celebrates the extraordinary life of the first teacher in space and her legacy. Recommended for all collections.” Library Journal
CNN PRESENTS WITH PAULA ZAHN | BROADCAST OVER 20 TIMES!
In 1986, space shuttle Challenger exploded, traumatizing the nation and taking the lives of the seven-member NASA crew. Among them was Christa McAuliffe, the first Teacher in Space. Reach for the Stars is her story.
In this film, for the first time McAuliffe’s family speaks out about the impact of her death, revealing the deep private loss behind the public tragedy and how it drastically altered their lives.
Previously unseen footage and candid interviews surround the events that tore a family apart and brought a nation to tears.
"The Traipsing Thru Films effort became the most riveting ever produced on a shuttle-era astronaut. It captured to perfection McAuliffe’s delightful exuberance during training and the stark reality of her untimely death and its impact on her family." -- Rick Houston, Author
Wheels Stop: The Tragedies and Triumphs of the Space Shuttle Program, 1986-2011
a learning tool in schools across the country 🎓 TEacher's Guide
In 2005, Christa McAuliffe: Reach for the Stars, celebrating the life and legacy of Christa McAuliffe, premiered on the film festival circuit, with screenings at the prestigious High Falls Film Festival and the Santa Barbara International Film Festival.
In January 2006, to commemorate the 20th anniversary of Christa McAuliffe’s passing and the tragic loss of the Space Shuttle Challenger, CNN aired Christa McAuliffe: Reach for the Stars over 20 times, featuring an on-set introduction and narration by Paula Zahn.
Educators:
Grade Level: 7 -12, College (modify for grades 4-6) Subject Areas: U.S. History, Current Events, Science and Technology
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Today is International Women's Day 2025.
Eileen Collins blazed a trail for women, through a brilliant Air Force and NASA career, becoming the first woman to pilot and command a space shuttle. Our new film SPACEWOMAN tells the story of her and her family's remarkable journey.
You can next see SPACEWOMAN at the Athena film festival in New York on March 9th, at the Boulder International Film Festiival on March 16th.
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To kick off our 'Celebrate Her Story' series, we’re starting with a woman whose influence is deeply woven into the fabric of our school. Christa McAuliffe's legacy as an educator and astronaut continues to inspire us as we strive to provide a student-centered, passionate-driven education. Stay tuned as we highlight more incredible women who’ve shaped history and continue to inspire future generations! 🌟
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The late space pioneer Sally Ride is the subject of a documentary, "Sally," that premiered to acclaim at the Sundance Film Festival.