"NASA was going to pick a public school teacher to go into space, observe and make a journal about the space flight, and I am a teacher who always dreamed of going up into space"
- Christa McAuliffe
About this Quote
In this quote, Christa McAuliffe, a teacher, expresses her enjoyment and gratitude for the chance to go into area with NASA. She describes that NASA had actually decided to select a public school teacher to join an area flight and record their observations in a journal. As a teacher, McAuliffe had constantly dreamed of experiencing area travel firsthand, and this opportunity was a dream come to life for her. This quote highlights the value of education and the impact it can have on individuals, in addition to the unbelievable chances that can occur from it. McAuliffe's passion for mentor and area exploration appears in her words, making her a perfect prospect for this unbelievable chance.
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