Beyond the Blackboard
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Inspired by a true story, “Beyond the Blackboard” is about a 24-year-old first-time teacher who makes a difference in the lives of the homeless children she teaches in a shelter’s makeshift classroom. Set in 1987 in Albuquerque, New Mexico, this movie tells the story a brand-new teacher and Mom who is given a tougher than expected teaching job and winds up teaching homeless children in a school that is housed in a room and called, literally, The School with No Name. She has some personal prejudicial hurdles to cross before she is able to be a true teacher for these children and of course there are hurdles like the lack of books and supplies.
Beyond the Blackboard is a 2011 family drama inspired by a true story about a young first-time teacher who transforms the lives of homeless children in a makeshift classroom. Set in 1987 Albuquerque, the film follows her journey overcoming prejudice and resource scarcity to make a real difference in 'The School with No Name.'
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Emily VanCampStacey Bess
Steve TalleyGreg Bess
Willow ShieldsGrace
Timothy BusfieldSchool district's HR representative
Julio Oscar MechosoJohnny Hernandez
Nicki AycoxCandy
Kiersten WarrenDanny's Mom
Treat WilliamsDr. Warren- Autumn ShieldsAnnie
- River ShieldsAlex
Leedy CorbinBecca
Colin BaiocchiBrandon Bess
Joshua RushActor (voice, uncredited)- Liam McKannaDanny
Paola AndinoMaria
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When was Beyond the Blackboard released?
The film was released on April 24, 2011.
What is the movie about?
It follows a 24-year-old first-time teacher who teaches homeless children living in a shelter, working to overcome her own biases while battling lack of books and classroom supplies to give them a real education.
Is Beyond the Blackboard based on a true story?
Yes, the film is inspired by a true story set in 1987 in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
What genre is this movie?
Beyond the Blackboard is a family drama that combines emotional storytelling with themes of education and social responsibility.
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