Standardized testing: the bane of teachers and students alike. In this week’s Abbott Elementary, Janine and Jacob find themselves facing the pressures of these high-stakes exams. Janine’s lesson plans go out the window when her class bombs a practice test, forcing her to scramble for a new approach. Jacob, meanwhile, grapples with a student who appears entirely apathetic towards learning, presenting a different kind of pedagogical puzzle.
Adding to the chaos, Abbott welcomes a new custodian, dispatched by the district to train under the inimitable Mr. Johnson. This sets the stage for potential comedic gold, as Mr. Johnson’s eccentric wisdom clashes with the newcomer’s by-the-book approach.
Will Janine’s revamped lessons lead to improved scores? Can Jacob crack the code of his indifferent student? And how will Mr. Johnson handle having a protégé? Tune in to see how Abbott Elementary tackles the all-too-familiar anxieties of standardized testing.
Abbott Elementary airs Wednesday, January 15th at 8:50 PM on ABC.