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STS-127 Commander Mark Polansky, center, engages with students during a visit to Anne Beers Elementary school on Thursday

Background imageSts 127 Collection: The robotic arm of the Japanese Experiment Module assists in installing components

The robotic arm of the Japanese Experiment Module assists in installing components
July 23, 2009 - The robotic arm of the Japanese Experiment Module or Kibo assists in the installation of MAXI payload on the Japanese Exposed Facility

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Close-up view of components of the International Space Station

Close-up view of components of the International Space Station
July 27, 2009 - A close-up view of the Japanese Experiment Module Exposed Facility and Kibo laboratory of the International Space Station are featured in this image photographed by a STS-127 crew

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Space Shuttle Endeavour lifts off from its launch pad at Kennedy Space Center, Florida

Space Shuttle Endeavour lifts off from its launch pad at Kennedy Space Center, Florida
July 15, 2009 - The Banana River seems to burn as space shuttle Endeavours column of flame is reflected at liftoff on the STS-127 mission

Background imageSts 127 Collection: The Japanese Experiment Module Exposed Facility in the grasp of the shuttles remote

The Japanese Experiment Module Exposed Facility in the grasp of the shuttles remote
July 18, 2009 - The Japanese Experiment Module Exposed Facility is pictured in the grasp of the Space Shuttle Endeavours remote manipulator system arm during robotics activity

Background imageSts 127 Collection: The Japanese Experiment Module Exposed Facility

The Japanese Experiment Module Exposed Facility
July 25, 2009 - The Japanese Experiment Module Exposed Facility is seen from inside Kibo

Background imageSts 127 Collection: A partial view of Space Shuttle Endeavours payload bay

A partial view of Space Shuttle Endeavours payload bay
July 29, 2009 - Backdropped by the blackness of space and Earths horizon, a partial view of Space Shuttle Endeavours payload bay, docking mechanism, vertical stabilizer

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Space Shuttle Endeavour touches down on the runway at Kennedy Space Center

Space Shuttle Endeavour touches down on the runway at Kennedy Space Center
July 31, 2009 - Space Shuttle Endeavour approaches landing Runway 15 of the Shuttle Landing Facility at the Kennedy Space Center, concluding the STS-127 mission to the International Space Station

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Space Shuttle Discovery deploys its drag chute as the vehicle comes to a stop

Space Shuttle Discovery deploys its drag chute as the vehicle comes to a stop
September 11, 2009 - With its drag chute deployed, Space Shuttle Discovery slows to a stop after landing at the Dryden Flight Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base in California

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Space Shuttle Endeavour approaches the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center

Space Shuttle Endeavour approaches the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center
May 31, 2009 - At the Kennedy Space Center in Florida, space shuttle Endeavour makes its final approach toward the fixed and rotating service structures on Launch Pad 39A. aš

Background imageSts 127 Collection: The Japanese Experiment Module Kibo laboratory and Exposed Facility

The Japanese Experiment Module Kibo laboratory and Exposed Facility
July 26, 2009 - The Japanese Experiment Module Kibo laboratory and Exposed Facility are featured in this image photographed by a crew member on the International Space Station while Space Shuttle

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Sunrise as viewed in space

Sunrise as viewed in space
July 17, 2009 - Sunrise as viewed from the STS-127 crew in space

Background imageSts 127 Collection: The Integrated Cargo Carrier in the grasp of the shuttles remote manipulator system arm

The Integrated Cargo Carrier in the grasp of the shuttles remote manipulator system arm
July 19, 2009 - Backgrounded by a blue and white Earth, the remote manipulator system (RMS) arm of the Space Shuttle Endeavour

Background imageSts 127 Collection: A Soyuz spacecraft backdropped by Earth

A Soyuz spacecraft backdropped by Earth
July 25, 2009 - One of two Soyuz spacecrafts docked with the International Space Station is featured in this image photographed by a crew member aboard the station while Space Shuttle Endeavour

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Space Shuttle Endeavour sits ready on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center

Space Shuttle Endeavour sits ready on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center
July 11, 2009 - The space shuttle Endeavour is seen on launch pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Space Shuttle Discoverys main landing gear touches down for landing

Space Shuttle Discoverys main landing gear touches down for landing
September 11, 2009 - Space Shuttle Discoverys main landing gear touches down at the Dryden Flight Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base in California

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Space Shuttle Endeavour on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center

Space Shuttle Endeavour on the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center
June 12, 2009 - Space Shuttle Endeavour is in place at Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Space Shuttle Endeavour lifts off from Kennedy Space Center

Space Shuttle Endeavour lifts off from Kennedy Space Center
July 15, 2009 - Space Shuttle Endeavour lifts off from launch pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Cape Canaveral, Florida

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Earths limb intersects a Soyuz spacecraft

Earths limb intersects a Soyuz spacecraft
July 25, 2009 - The limb of Earth intersects one of two Soyuz spacecraft that are docked with the Inernational Space Station

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Partial view of Space Shuttle Endeavour backdropped against Earth

Partial view of Space Shuttle Endeavour backdropped against Earth
July 16, 2009 - Backdropped by a blue and white Earth and the blackness of space, a partial view of Space Shuttle Endeavours payload bay

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Layers of Earths atmosphere

Layers of Earths atmosphere
July 29, 2009 - Layers of Earths atmosphere, brightly colored as the sun sets, are featured in this image photographed by a STS-127 crew member on the Earth-orbiting Space Shuttle Endeavour

Background imageSts 127 Collection: Space shuttle Endeavour is framed by a windsock at the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center

Space shuttle Endeavour is framed by a windsock at the launch pad at Kennedy Space Center
July 11, 2009 - Space shuttle Endeavour is framed by a windsock at Launch Pad 39A at the Kennedy Space Center in Florida awaiting launch on the STS-127 mission



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STS-127 Commander Mark Polansky, center, engages with students during a visit to Anne Beers Elementary school on Thursday. The excitement in the room is palpable as Thomas Tate, a curious third-grade student at Anne Beers Elementary school, eagerly asks a question following an inspiring presentation by Commander Polansky. Students like Marcus Pratt and Ajani Young are captivated by the stories shared by Canadian Space Agency Astronaut and STS-127 Mission Specialist Julie Payette at the NASA Tweetup event. Ajani Young, a confident fourth-grade student from Anne Beers Elementary school, takes the podium with grace and enthusiasm. As she speaks about her dreams of exploring space one day, Canadian Space Agency astronaut Julie Payette - a remarkable mission specialist on STS-127 - listens attentively. The entire audience of students and teachers alike fix their gaze upon STS-127 Commander Mark Polansky as he passionately discusses the recent mission. His words inspire awe and wonder among those present. Commander Polansky's dedication to sharing knowledge extends beyond classrooms; he also addresses White House interns at the Eisenhower Executive Office Building. With his expertise shining through every word spoken, he leaves no doubt about his commitment to advancing space exploration. During a captivating presentation to eager listeners, crew member David Wolf answers questions alongside Commander Polansky. Their insights provide invaluable glimpses into life aboard the shuttle during this historic mission. As dawn breaks over Cape Canaveral in Florida, our eyes are drawn to space shuttle Endeavour majestically poised on Launch Pad 39B. This iconic image symbolizes not only STS-127 but also humanity's unyielding spirit of exploration that continues to push boundaries beyond Earth's atmosphere.