With the return of the educators comes development week, a period dedicated to preparing for the year ahead. Janine is resolved to begin the academic year with a fresh start, leaving personal concerns behind. Meanwhile, Ava manages a small …

Upon seeing the gleaming new charter school that had opened nearby, Janine felt a resolve harden within her: she would restore Abbott to its former glory, making it as excellent as the newcomer. Meanwhile, Gregory navigated a carefully cons…

Jacob, a former member of a traveling storytelling troupe, returns to Abbott Elementary for a day of lessons and laughter. He's eager to share this chapter of his life with his colleagues, but discovers they view the troupe's performances a…

Gregory, having sent a student to the principal's office for disruption, was disheartened to discover the children genuinely enjoyed the time spent with Ava during their disciplinary session. Elsewhere, Melissa invited Janine to her home fo…

Janine eagerly anticipates the arrival of a new drink in the cafeteria, unaware of the unforeseen repercussions it will have on students, teachers, and the school's plumbing. Meanwhile, Melissa finds herself at odds with her new aide, Ashle…

Abbott Elementary is abuzz with Halloween spirit. When a student pilfers a bag of candy intended for the students' end-of-day treat, and begins distributing it throughout the school day, the teachers unite to uncover the offender. Simultane…

A wave of dismay swept through the teachers after viewing a commercial designed to undermine *Abbott Elementary*. As students began transferring to charter schools, Jacob, Ava, and Melissa reached out to the head of the charter school organ…

Janine petitions for her second-grade class to participate in the eighth-grade science department's egg drop challenge. Despite gentle discouragement from the science teacher and Gregory, who believe her students are not yet prepared for ph…

With Janine absent due to illness, a shortage of substitute teachers leaves Ava with little choice but to fill the void herself. Her day begins with a decidedly unconventional approach, subtly unsettling the established rhythm of the studen…

With the final day of classes before the winter break arrived, Janine yielded to a friend’s urging and found herself at a bustling hookah lounge, where she unexpectedly encountered familiar faces. Meanwhile, Jacob disrupted Barbara and Meli…

The rivalry between Melissa and Janine intensified as their classrooms vied for victory in a read-a-thon hosted by a nearby pizzeria. Both educators urged their students toward diligent reading, yet encountered unforeseen challenges in thei…

Amidst a day marked by both triumphs and setbacks, the Abbott Elementary staff discover valuable lessons in collaboration. A rift has formed between two of Janine's students, prompting her to seek counsel from her fellow teachers on mending…

Barbara orchestrated a candy sale, hoping to fund a school trip to the science museum. When initial sales faltered, Ava intervened, sharing with the students innovative, unorthodox methods for boosting their fundraising efforts. Meanwhile, …

The faculty at Abbott gathered on Valentine's Day, sharing anecdotes about their own affections and holiday arrangements. Janine discovered that one of her students harbored a secret admiration for her. Seeking counsel from a colleague, she…

A carelessly placed candle ignited a small fire in the teacher's lounge, and in the ensuing aftermath, a counselor gently suggested Barbara might be struggling to cope. Elsewhere, Melissa found herself unexpectedly drawn back to a childhood…

The Abbott staff journeyed to the Pennsylvania Educational Conference. Gregory, still harboring resentment from a recent argument with Amber, attended with a degree of reluctance. He found unexpected kinship with Janine, discovering a share…

Jacob arranged for a visit from a local mural arts program for his students, though he found himself disagreeing with their proposed design and made several attempts to steer them toward a different vision. Meanwhile, Barbara and Melissa di…

Teacher Appreciation Day has arrived. The district has bestowed upon Abbott two courtside tickets to a Philadelphia 76ers game, presenting the faculty with the delicate task of deciding who among them should receive them. Subsequently, Jani…

The teachers of Abbott Elementary united against the looming shadow of Legendary Charter Schools. Ava proposed a festival, a vibrant event designed to draw parents to the school and gather signatures for a crucial petition. But Draemond arr…

Gregory received the Educator of the Year award. Afterward, Janine found herself navigating a challenging student situation, which brought to light the fact that Barbara had not yet fulfilled her required teaching hours.

Janine’s carefully laid plans for a solitary Memorial Day weekend unravel when her mother appears unexpectedly, seeking assistance. Meanwhile, Gregory observes his colleagues effortlessly navigating casual conversation and recognizes the ne…

The teachers of Abbott Elementary embark on a field trip to the Franklin Institute. Gregory finds himself hoping for a moment of connection with the reticent Janine, while Ava’s lesson on extraterrestrial life descends into delightful pande…