At its core,Abbott Elementaryhas always been a show about public school teachers trying their best.

This week’s installment did not hold back.

Their bargaining and behavior are prime Ava and make education and research immediately better for the students.

Actress Quinta Brunson playing Janine Teagues sitting with her colleagues from the TV show Abbott Elementary

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Initially, Ava wants to give up but receivesunlikely inspiration from Janine.

Not once did she brag about it to the other Abbott faculty.

It’s not only the lives of her students that shes improved, but that of her staff.

Tyler James Williams staring down Langston Kerman

A workplace comedy centered around a group of dedicated teachers - and an oblivious principal - in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life.

Janine fully admits thatAva helped her see she deserved a better life than that for which she often settled.

While they may be on better terms now, the two were once sworn enemies.

Heck, Janine tried to get Ava fired at one point.

Abbott Elementary Season 3 TV Series Poster

A workplace comedy centered around a group of dedicated teachers - and an oblivious principal - in a Philadelphia public school where, despite the odds stacked against them, they are determined to help their students succeed in life.

It’s truly an evolutionary moment for Ava, forever changing the character.

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