Beyond the Blackboard
2011, English. Directed by Jeff Bleckner.
A first-time teacher makes a difference in the lives of homeless children
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.
- Runtime
- 1h 40m
- Post-credits
- None listed
- Language
- English
- Rated
- PG
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Where to watch Beyond the Blackboard
Beyond the Blackboard is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ in India.
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Cast & crew
- Jeff BlecknerDirector
- 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
Details
- Released
- 24 April 2011
- Country
- United States of America
- Written by
- Camille Thomasson
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What Beyond the Blackboard is based on
Beyond the Blackboard is based on a true story.
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Beyond the Blackboard: quick answers
Is Beyond the Blackboard worth watching?
Our verdict is Worth the Hype: Clear your evening for this. It scores 7.5/10 from 71 TMDB viewer ratings.
How long is Beyond the Blackboard?
Beyond the Blackboard runs 100 minutes (1h 40m).
Does Beyond the Blackboard have a post-credits scene?
None is listed for Beyond the Blackboard. Viewers tag these on TMDB, so a brand-new film may not be tagged yet.
Beyond the Blackboard parents guide: is it suitable for kids?
Beyond the Blackboard is rated PG in India. That rating means it is generally fine for children.
Which OTT platform is Beyond the Blackboard on?
Beyond the Blackboard is streaming on fuboTV, Philo, and Hallmark+ in India. (Checked 10 November 2026.)
What movies are like Beyond the Blackboard?
If you liked Beyond the Blackboard, try The Ron Clark Story, Wonder, Front of the Class.
Who directed Beyond the Blackboard?
Beyond the Blackboard (2011) was directed by Jeff Bleckner and stars Emily VanCamp, Steve Talley, Willow Shields.
What is Beyond the Blackboard based on?
Beyond the Blackboard is based on a true story.