A Smile as Big as the Moon

A Smile as Big as the Moon is a Hallmark Hall of Fame television movie. The film debuted on ABC on January 29, 2012.

Ben, a student with Down syndrome, in Mike Kersjess Forest Hills Northern High School, Grand Rapids, Michigan, special education class, dreams of becoming an astronaut. Kersjes, who is also a football coach is inspired to pursue Space Camp for his students. Obstacles mount as school administrators object to the expense and Space Camp officials have no experience with specialed students. Teacher Robynn McKinney supports Kersjess efforts.Eventually the trip is approved by the necessary parties, and Kersjes faces another set of challenges fundraising, preparing the students for their trip with science and physical education, and battling bullying and belittling from other students. Kersjes engages the football team in these endeavors. ........

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