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Classroom to Cinema invites students and educators into our theaters to experience films that spark connection, dialogue, and deeper cultural understanding. Each program is curated with impact and education at its core, with films thoughtfully aligned to heritage months and cultural moments that matter to our school communities.

In 2025, students explored stories that celebrated identity, resilience, and creativity. These shared, in-theater experiences continue to strengthen our commitment to offering accessible, high-quality film education opportunities throughout the academic year.

Our 2026 Classroom to Cinema offerings will be announced in January.
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2025 CLASSROOM TO CINEMA SCREENING SERIES:

THE DEBUTANTES | Dir. Contessa Gayles
BLACK HISTORY MONTH

QATAR STARS | Dir. Danielle Beverly
WOMENS HISTORY MONTH

SMOKING TIGERS | Dir. So Young Shelly Yo
ASIAN AMERICAN PACIFIC ISLANDER HERITAGE MONTH 

PRODIGAL DAUGHTER | Dir. Mabel Valdiviezo
HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

REMAINING NATIVE | Dir. Paige Bethmann
NATIVE AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH



CAFILM EDUCATION

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ANGELA COLABELLA, Director of Education
DIANA SÁNCHEZ MACIEL, Education Program Manager | Administradora del Programa de Educacíon

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San Rafael, CA 94901
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Nancy P. and Richard K. Robbins Family Foundation
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EMA Foundation
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