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This is how the honor rolls.
In this workplace comedy, a group of dedicated, passionate teachers — and a slightly tone-deaf principal — are brought together in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life. Though these incredible public servants may be outnumbered and underfunded, they love what they do — even if they don’t love the school district’s less-than-stellar attitude toward educating children.
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Checked Jul 22, 2026
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In this workplace comedy, a group of dedicated, passionate teachers — and a slightly tone-deaf principal — are brought together in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life. Though these incredible public servants may be outnumbered and underfunded, they love what they do — even if they don’t love the school district’s less-than-stellar attitude toward educating children.
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Episode 1
The teachers are back for development week, a time to prepare for the upcoming year. Janine is determined to start the year off right and leave her problems at home. Ava runs a side hustle out of the school parking lot.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Quinta BrunsonGuest stars Zack Fox, Christopher W. Brantley, Nicole Dele, Makenzie Lee-Foster, Jason Medwin, Amiyah Hersey, Carter Kelley, Vanessa Zanardi
Episode 2
After Janine gets a look at the new charter school down the street, she becomes determined to fix up Abbott and make it just as good. As Gregory goes out of his way to avoid Barbara due to an awkward situation with his personal life, and Ava takes to the school library to host a “Shark Tank”-style pitch to decide what to do with the rest of the funds from the grant.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Brian RubensteinGuest stars Reggie Conquest, Lela Hoffmeister, Kate Peterman, Nikea Gamby-Turner, Ambrit Millhouse, Amiyah Hersey, Austin Cole Willis, Carter Kelley
Episode 3
A traveling storytelling troupe Jacob used to be in visits Abbott Elementary for a day of education and entertainment. Jacob can’t wait to share this part of his past with his colleagues; but when he realizes they think the performers are corny, Janine does her best to help him embrace his nerdy side. Meanwhile, Melissa struggles with the new normal of her combined second and third grade class.
Directed by Jay KarasWritten by Jordan TempleGuest stars Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Zack Evans, Maisie Klompus, James III, Zakai Biagas Bey, Isai Devine, Peyton Goodrum, Cairo Lee
Episode 4
After Gregory sends a disruptive student to the principal’s office, he’s dismayed to find out the kids actually enjoy spending the supposed disciplinary time with Ava. Meanwhile, Melissa invites Janine over to her house to teach her how to cook, but Janine becomes determined to reunite Melissa with her estranged sister
Directed by Shahrzad 'Sheri' DavaniWritten by Brittani NicholsGuest stars Lauren Weedman, Mark K. Lane III, Mikel Dawkins, Cinai Leonard, Jaunirae Jones
Episode 5
Janine is thrilled to help introduce a new beverage to the cafeteria, but it ends up causing unexpected consequences for the students, teachers and school plumbing system. Elsewhere, Melissa clashes with her new aide, Ashley, who brings more disruption than help to the classroom.
Directed by Jay KarasWritten by Ava ColemanGuest stars Reggie Conquest, Nikea Gamby-Turner, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, E. Jade Orekoya, Thaddeus Faustin, Jayden Skelton, Zylen Drew Arnaud, Jaycee Rogers
Episode 6
It’s Halloween at Abbott Elementary! When a student steals a bag of candy meant to be given out to the kids at the end of the day and starts distributing it during school hours, the teachers band together to find the culprit. Meanwhile, Janine is invited to a Halloween party by an old friend and starts to reconsider her personal life.
Directed by Shahrzad 'Sheri' DavaniWritten by Kate PetermanGuest stars Naté Jones, Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Marvin L. Winans III, Courtney Taylor, Masen Pinnock, Zoey McCrary
Episode 7
The teachers are appalled after seeing a commercial in support of charter schools criticizing Abbott Elementary. When students begin to transfer schools, Jacob, Ava and Melissa invite the leader of the charter school organization to Abbott and ask him to take down the ad. Elsewhere, Janine and Gregory talk about Janine’s relationship with Tariq .
Directed by Matt SohnWritten by Justin TanGuest stars Zack Fox, Naté Jones, Kate Peterman, Leslie Odom Jr., Levi Mynatt, Courtney Taylor, Masen Pinnock, Victoria Hoffman
Episode 8
When the eighth-grade science class participates in an egg drop activity, Janine insists her second-grade class joins in. Even when the science teacher and Gregory tell her that her students aren’t ready for physics lessons, Janine is determined to prove them wrong. Then, when Barbara is shocked at the clothing one of her student’s parents wears, she learns to not judge someone solely based on their appearance.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Joya McCroryGuest stars Jerry Minor, Raven Goodwin, Lennox Simms, Tiberius Byrd, Royce Lewis, Peyton Turner, Shy Avery, Miranda Winans
Episode 9
Janine is out sick for the day; but with the substitute teacher shortage, Ava grows desperate and must step in herself to help out. She starts the day in an unconventional fashion, disrupting the students’ typical routine as well as neighboring classrooms. Meanwhile, Barbara and Melissa revel in the quieter-than-normal teacher’s lounge.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Riley DufurrenaGuest stars Erika T. Johnson, Lennox Simms, Peyton Turner, Miranda Winans, Nirine Brown, Taylor Garron, Bella-Rose Love, Max Woods
Episode 10
On the last day of school before winter break, Janine is convinced by her friend to go to a popular hookah club where she runs into unexpected colleagues. Elsewhere, Jacob crashes Barbara and Melissa's traditional holiday dinner and in the process begins to learn the true meaning of Christmas.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Brian RubensteinGuest stars Larry Owens, Vince Staples, Andre Iguodala, Courtney Taylor, Amos Kaden Chea, Dharma Brown, Gerald Castle, Kyeema Mizell
Episode 11
The competition heats up between Melissa and Janine as their classrooms go head-to-head in a read-a-thon sponsored by a local pizza shop. Both teachers encourage their students to hit the books hard but face some unexpected obstacles on their path to pizza glory. Meanwhile, Jacob and Gregory join forces and attempt to get their student-podcasting club off the ground.
Directed by Dime DavisWritten by Garrett WernerGuest stars Zakai Biagas Bey, Kingston Covington, August Dantus, Adalgiza Chermont, Kuoth Wiel, Blaiz Bhasi, Azaria Williams, Eric LaVette Jr.
Episode 12
During a day of touchdowns and missed plays, the Abbott Elementary faculty find themselves learning lessons in teamwork. Two of Janine’s students aren’t getting along in class, leading her to seek advice from her colleagues on how to help repair their friendship. Meanwhile, Melissa and Ava plot to bring down Mr. Johnson in fantasy football.
Directed by Melissa KosarWritten by Jordan TempleGuest stars Orlando Jones, Dillion Blake Allen, Miranda Winans, Jordyn McIntosh, Kayden Grace Swan, Madison Griggs, Solmiya Issaka, Tremarri Limbrick
Episode 13
Barbara organizes a candy-selling fundraiser to raise money for a school field trip to the science museum. When sales don’t go as planned, Ava steps in to teach the students new, unconventional selling tactics. Elsewhere, Mr. Johnson and Jacob butt heads about how to take care of a cat found in the janitor’s closet.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Brittani NicholsGuest stars Shirley Jordan, Lela Hoffmeister, Vince Staples, Camden Coley, Dillion Blake Allen, Christopher Farrar, Jansen Lashley-Haynes, Sterlin Woods
Episode 14
On Valentine’s Day, the Abbott teachers discuss their relationships and plans for the holiday. Janine finds out one of her students has a crush on her and when turning to a colleague for advice, she inadvertently learns a secret about another teacher. Elsewhere, Ava sits in on Jacob’s Black History class after receiving a complaint
Directed by Justin TanWritten by Justin TanGuest stars Larry Owens, Naté Jones, Vince Staples, Ayo Edebiri, Bruno Amato, Jakari Fraser, Randy Perrine, Chinedu Unaka
Episode 15
Barbara’s candle accidentally starts a small fire in the teacher’s lounge and a counselor suggests that she might not be handling the aftermath well. Meanwhile, Melissa rekindles her childhood dream of being a firefighter.
Directed by Jennifer CelottaWritten by Ava ColemanGuest stars Abraham Jason, Mike O'Malley, Shalita Grant, Jessie Prez, Kamali Mahina, Peyton Levi Thomas
Episode 16
The Abbott staff heads to the Pennsylvania Educational Conference. Gregory reluctantly attends after a disagreement with Amber and bonds with Janine over their similarities. Jacob finds himself charmed by the Addington teachers.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Kate PetermanGuest stars Naté Jones, Kate Peterman, Lauren Weedman, Carolyn Gilroy, Maggie Carney, Mark Sipka, Robert Paterno, Wendi De Barros
Episode 17
Jacob secures a visit from a mural arts program for his students but doesn’t agree with their chosen design and attempts to influence their decision. Barbara and Melissa learn parents are petitioning to turn Abbott into a Legendary charter school.
Directed by Geeta MalikWritten by Joya McCroryGuest stars Zakai Biagas Bey, Vince Staples, Kingston Covington, Courtney Taylor, Masen Pinnock, Anthony Carr Jr., Daphne Rey, Shwayze
Episode 18
It’s Teacher Appreciation Day. When the district gives Abbott two courtside tickets to a 76ers game, the teachers must decide who deserves them. Later, Janine invites the teachers to her house for game night and her sister, Ayesha, comes to visit.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Morgan MurphyGuest stars Nicole Dele, Ayo Edebiri, Jayce B. Johnson, Courtney Taylor, Erika T. Johnson, Jerry Minor, Richard Gardenhire Jr., Christian Crosby
Episode 19
Abbott Elementary rallies together to fight the threat from Legendary Charter Schools. Ava pitches a festival to draw parents to school and collect their signatures for a petition. However, Draemond shows up with the intention of derailing the event.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Brian RubensteinGuest stars Zack Fox, Naté Jones, Ambrit Millhouse, Leslie Odom Jr., George Sharperson, Symone Davenport, Taneya Harrison, Sarai Hicks
Episode 20
Gregory is named Educator of the Year. Later, Janine deals with a difficult student, and it's revealed that Barbara hasn't completed her teaching requirements.
Directed by Claire ScanlonWritten by Jordan TempleGuest stars Keyla Monterroso Mejia, Solmiya Issaka, June Diane Raphael, Eileen Gonzales, Brandi Denise, Zion Andrews, Brayden Cole Mcintyre, Claire McKeown
Episode 21
Janine's plan for a Memorial Day weekend solo trip is derailed when her mother shows up unannounced asking for help; Gregory notices his colleagues are great at small talk and realizes he needs to brush up on his people skills.
Directed by Randall Einhorn, Ken WhittinghamWritten by Ava ColemanGuest stars Nikea Gamby-Turner, Taraji P. Henson, Adalgiza Chermont, Illeyana, Andre May
Episode 22
Abbott Elementary takes a field trip to the Franklin Institute; Gregory is eager to spend time with a reluctant Janine; Ava teaches the students about aliens, which leads to chaos.
Directed by Randall EinhornWritten by Brittani NicholsGuest stars Vince Staples, Sterlin Woods, Phierce Phoenix, Hillary Anne Matthews, Dani Woodson, Oriana Suomie, Aiden Shute, Lyric Ashby
Episode information updated Jul 24, 2026
Quinta BrunsonJanine Teagues
Tyler James WilliamsGregory Eddie
Sheryl Lee RalphBarbara Howard
Lisa Ann WalterMelissa Schemmenti
Chris PerfettiJacob Hill
Janelle JamesAva Coleman
William Stanford DavisMr. Johnson
Zack FoxTariq
ABCUnited States
Warner Bros. TelevisionUnited States
20th TelevisionUnited States
