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.
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Grade Level: 7 -12, College (modify for grades 4-6) Subject Areas: U.S. History, Current Events, Science and Technology
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Explore the inspiring story of Christa McAuliffe, the Teacher in Space aboard the Space Shuttle Challenger. Celebrate her legacy with LGBT Hollywood's collection.
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Sally Ride Documentary, in Debut at Sundance, Sheds New Light on Famed La Jolla Astronaut
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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.On Jan. 28, 1986, the space shuttle Challenger exploded 73 seconds after liftoff from Cape Canaveral, killing all seven crew members, including schoolteacher Christa McAuliffe. ... See MoreSee Less
Today - January 28 - we remember the brave7 American crew members, including the first educator in space, Christa McAuliffe, who lost their lives when the Challenger space shuttle exploded 73 seconds after launch.
Almost four decades later, NASA and the rest of America still honor the "star voyagers" of the Challenger crew: Christa McAuliffe, Gregory Jarvis, Judith A. Resnik, Francis R. (Dick) Scobee, Ronald E. McNair, Mike J. Smith and Ellison S. Onizuka.
At 11:39 a.m. on January 28, 1986, the Challenger shuttle exploded 39 years ago.
There will be a moment of silence for 73 seconds at the Christa McAuliffe branch library on Water Street this morning for her.
Christa grew up in Framingham, was a Girl Scout, graduated from the former Marian High School, and received her bachelor's degree in education and history from Framingham State College in 1970.
She received her master's degree in education, supervision and administration from Bowie State University in 1978.
She was employed as a social studies teacher at Concord High School in New Hampshire, when selected to become the first teacher in space, by the President Ronald Reagan.
There are 3 buildings in the City of Framingham named for McAullife - the Christa McAuliffe branch library, the Christa McAuliffe Center at Framingham State University and the Christa McAuliffe Charter School.
Despite the tragedy, Christa's legacy lives on. She has inspired countless individuals around the world with her passion for education and her love of exploration.
Her memory continues to inspire new generations of students, teachers, and space enthusiasts to pursue their dreams, no matter how big they may seem. May we all reach for the stars in her name.
Photo courtesy of NASA.
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Honoring the lives and legacies of those who gave everything in the pursuit of exploration. On this NASA Day of Remembrance, we reflect on their courage and commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. 🚀⭐
In honor of the day, on Thursday, January 30th we will have a specialized planetarium show schedule:
11am: 3-2-1 Liftoff!
12pm: Tonight’s Sky
1pm: Capcom Go!
2pm: Tonight’s Sky
3pm: CHRISTA
Visit www.starhop.com to plan your visit!
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