: Janine Teagues ( Quinta Brunson ) is determined to meet the mother of a struggling student, hoping for a breakthrough. Her over-preparation highlights her deep-seated need for validation and her role as the "fixer" for everyone around her.

In this episode [insert brief summary of episode 10, e.g., "Janine and Gregory's relationship heats up, while Barbara tries to navigate a new school policy"], the teachers of Abbott Elementary continue to make us laugh with their witty banter and outrageous antics.