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* [music begins] * [song “Livin' A Lovin' Life”]
* Sure feels good *
* Livin' a loving life *
*
* Yeah, it sure feels good *
* Livin' a loving life *
*
* Sun keeps on shining in our hearts *
* There's always laughter where we are *
* These postcard moments that we make *
* Are memories that will never fade away *
[message notification]
*
Ah, food delivery. Excellent!
I'm starving!
* We pick up where we left off *
* Seems like the fun times never stop *
* La la la *
* Livin' a lovin' life *
* La la la *
* Livin' a lovin' life *
* La la la *
[Kiki] I like that dress!
[Angie] Really? -[Kiki] Yes.
[Kiki] That color looks wonderful on you.
[Angie] Well, thank you. I just got it.
Ooh, can I have a cupcake?
First the fuel...
Then the fun!
[Angie] Exactly.
Or my favorite, balance before bliss.
It's a good one.
[laughter]
Veggies in tummy, make cupcakes more yummy.
Oh...
[Jenna] You're on dish duty.
-Dish duty? -Hi Josh.
Rory, get in there and gets some of the veg
before Jenna eats it all.
Oh wait. Would you go get Gina from upstairs?
[Angie] I know you know what it's like those
first few days at a foster home.
We're not that scary, are we?
Well we're not but
you can be when you get all, mister I'm the teacher...
I don't know what you're talking about
but I will see you in detention, young lady.
Okay, okay. We should focus on making
Gina feel very welcome.
She is new Heart, after all.
Oh Josh.
She's switching to East Heights High tomorrow.
Maybe you'll have her in your math class?
Hmm.
[Angie] Everybody, this is Gina.
Hey Gina.
It is so nice to meet you.
I'm a teacher at your new school but here I'm just Josh.
Oh well, pleased to meet you, Just Josh.
[lots of laughter]
Just Josh, look at that.
She got you, first round. It's like I taught her myself!
Oh, Gina for the win!
I'm Jenna. I lived here too as a teen.
Just like you.
Wow, there sure are a lot of you.
Oh well, you'll get used to them.
I'll help you out too.
[Shari] Well, I'll help you.
Just like Angie helped us with life, school, everything.
And they each became a piece of my heart.
That's why she calls us her Hearts!
See. Thank you.
[Josh] I didn't know about Gina right?
Of course you did because you always read our group chat.
Ah! Right. Of course.
Yeah, just forget about Josh. Tell us a bit about yourself.
Easy, Shari. Let the girl warm up for a second.
It's okay. I don't mind.
Umm, I really like school,
but I'm nervous about starting a new one tomorrow.
I like music too.
Oh, what kind?
Well, my grandma listens to a lot of jazz so mostly that.
You're close with your grandmother?
Yeah, I always lived with her.
Well, actually, Gina's grandmother developed
mobility issues lately,
so she's transitioned to assisted living.
That's why the agency called me.
[Shari] Oh I see.
So you and your grandmother moved at the same time, huh?
Well, we'd love to meet her.
[Josh] Maybe we can have her over for Sunday Supper?
Really? That would be super cool.
Of course. Dierdre's delightful.
I'm sure she'd like to meet everybody.
And don't worry about school.
I'll be there every step of the way.
[Angie] And he will.
You're my angel. You're my angel.
Oh, I learned from the best.
[school bell rings]
[PA announcement] Lost and found is overflowing again.
If you're missing anything, a hoodie, a water bottle,
a phone charger, please check in with the front office
before it all gets donated next Friday.
Hi!
[pen falls to floor]
You must be the new English teacher.
Here.
Ella Hawthorne. And thank you.
Josh Adler. And it's my pleasure.
We teachers have to stick together.
Ah. You're right here, room 52.
I'm in 64, math.
Oh, well, thank you, Mr. Adler.
You are welcome, Ms. Hawthorne.
[school bell rings]
Okay, thanks everyone. I'll see you next class.
[PA announcement] Reminder that we will be having
a fire drill during fourth period today.
Teachers please go over the plan with your students.
Oh, Gina?
Yeah?
Since we're picking up from your course into this semester
is there anything I can help you with?
Oh, English isn't really my thing.
I'm going to get a music scholarship.
Well, for that, you'll still need a solid GPA.
[sighs] Look, I'm not gonna lie, Ms. Hawthorne.
That Old Man and the Sea book is really hard to relate to.
[chuckles] Okay.
So I guess Hemingway isn't really your thing either?
I mean, the old man is fishing. Through the whole book!
Come on!
Okay, point taken. There is a lot of fishing.
But what if you substituted fishing for...
What instrument do you play?
My grandfather's saxophone.
Cool.
Okay, so, imagine it's you, not the old man,
and instead of a fish,
you're trying to play a really hard song.
Okay.
[Emma] Then what do you think the story's about?
Um, not giving up?
Yeah, you got it!
That's the theme of the book.
Personal triumph against the odds.
No way!
Yeah, just try to read it with that in mind,
maybe it'll help.
Also, I'm running the after school music club.
So, I'll see you in the band room.
Okay that's cool. I guess.
Ugh! What is that smell?
[Emma] You have got to be kidding me.
We can't hang you up in here!
This is a disgrace. You'd be mortified.
[Emma] Hello.
I'm Ms. Hawthorne. I'll be taking over for Mr. Schwartz.
Do you guys always practice in here?
Yeah, the school puts all their money into sports,
so we get stuck in here.
I see.
Well, I will just have to think of a way to
make it conducive to playing music and being creative.
[Gina] This is the whole band?
In my old school there were over thirty.
Well, I'm sure more kids would want to play music
if the program had more resources.
But, I've got some sheet music for you.
So, why don't we just give it a try?
And..
[various levels of bad band sounds]
Okay, let's let's pause...
-[banging] -Oh my goodness!
Okay.
This is ridiculous.
We need to boost the morale around here.
I have an idea.
On your mark, get set...
[whistle]
Go! Go go go go go!
Really nice work, guys. Great starts!
All right, let's get another one in.
[band plays in background]
[various levels of bad band sounds]
Ms. Hawthorne?
[band plays]
Let's take two!
Hi!
Gina! Hey.
Hey.
Ms. Hawthorne, it's a bit loud.
We can hear you over at the track.
Oh, is anyone complaining or...?
Well, it's distracting my athletes.
Well, they can think of it as inspiration!
[Josh chuckles]
And they are plenty inspired already.
Well, I'm sure your athletes could use a lot more practice
before they meet their goals.
Practice makes perfect.
Well, sure, but my team is not making any noise.
The outdoors is a shared space.
I'm sorry. What's wrong with the band room?
Have you seen it?
Just the people I was looking for!
What's going on here?
Hi Principal Geller.
Mr. Adler here doesn't want to share the outdoors.
I am fine with sharing.
But we are moments away from qualifying for state
and this outdoor concert is messing with practice.
Both of you, in my office.
Now!
[Emma] With all due respect, sir,
that music room is straight out of a Dickens novel.
Charles Dickens.
Oh thank you. I have read a book.
I'm a little offended by that.
She's just used to her big fancy private school!
Excuse me. You do not get to pass judgment on me!
Okay. I've heard enough.
You've got to help me out, sir.
Why you? I'm the underdog here!
No one is an underdog!
We're all just regular dogs.
And if you give me one second to speak, I was looking for you
to tell you that we've got a bigger problem.
What bigger problem?
Our extracurricular budget has been cut in half.
-What? -Wait, what?
What do you mean, cut in half?
You're the math teacher, Josh. Figure it out.
We're already strapped.
How can they do this?
That's a question for the next school board election.
But in the meantime, both of you are going to
have to figure out how to do more with less.
Look, the school track team is the pride and joy
of East Heights, okay.
We go to state every single year.
We need the full budget. Whatever is left of it.
Okay, that is ridiculous!
The band students needs a new space, we need new instruments.
Don't worry, Ms. Hawthorne, you're going to get your half.
You two just got to get more creative for the rest of it.
What do you suggest?
There's a PTA meeting this week.
Maybe getting the parents involved could help raise money.
[Angie] How did it go?
Honestly, pretty great.
Oh good! Oh, I'm so glad to hear that.
Oh, hi!
Are you Gina's mother?
Oh, I'm Angie. I'm her foster mom.
Angie, this is Ms. Hawthorne, my band teacher.
Today was her first day too.
Nice to meet you.
I teach English and music.
And today Gina joined our after-school band!
Her saxophone is awesome.
Well, welcome to East Heights. How was your first day?
Great, yeah.
The kids are awesome, the campus is lovely.
Except for our music room. It needs some serious help.
Yeah, it's falling apart.
Yeah. And unfortunately, they just cut our budget in half.
I thought the extracurricular programs at this school
were very well-funded.
Not anymore.
And I for one, believe that Gina deserves to learn band
in a proper music room!
Yeah, I agree!
If you don't mind, I'd love to get your number.
I'd like to help.
-Really? -Yes!
[Jenna] Angie was saying there's a new teacher at the school?
[Josh] Ella Hawthorne.
I thought we were going to be friends,
but she kind of has a chip on her shoulder.
[Jenna scoffs] That's funny, coming from you.
What's that supposed to mean?
When we were teenagers,
you were the most defensive human being I had ever met.
I was not defensive!
And I quote, "Literally, this entire school is out to get me.
"No one understands what I'm going through!"
I do not sound... Oh yeah.
I hate your verbatim memory. It's so irritating.
[laughter]
I'm just saying,
a little compassion for the new teacher wouldn't hurt.
Don't you agree Andrew?
Oh I'm not getting roped into this.
This is between you two.
Hmm.
Or maybe...
Maybe the gym teacher is a little afraid
of some healthy competition?
Oh please! Bring it.
Oh, it will be brought. Don't worry.
Angie told me about the PTA meeting.
We'll help you with your presentation.
[Josh] Really?
That's so nice of you. You'd do that for me?
[Jenna] Yes, Josh.
That's why you asked us here, isn't it?
[Josh] Absolutely not!
I just wanted to see my favorite sister and her handsome guy.
[Jenna laughs] Now I know you're lying.
Well, maybe not about the handsome part.
Okay, but seriously, I need to sound professional
or she is going to blow me away.
Really?
I'd like to meet this Ella.
She sounds super smart.
Okay, so tell us what you want to say
and we'll come up with a heartfelt,
compelling speech for you.
Thank you. Just don't lay it on too thick.
Do you want the PTA support or not?
Yes. I want the support. And I appreciate you.
Now what about you two? How's it all going?
Fabulously.
[Josh] Oh yeah?
When are you two kids going to level things up?
Josh, two people can be very happy just being, you know,
without obsessing over the future.
It's called being present.
Oh.
It's modern times.
I'm going to grab the check.
Whatever you say.
[Josh] You're being very nice to me right now.
So thank you.
Hey, I'm no expert,
but you two have been getting pretty serious, huh?
She most definitely is the love of my life.
[indistinct conversation]
Ah, well, in case you're wondering
Jenna is all about the big gesture.
Just saying.
Right...
People think that it's just some fluffy extra subject
and it's not as important as math or English,
but there are some serious benefits to the arts.
Oh, one of my foster kids, Shari,
could always express her emotions through painting,
even though she couldn't articulate her feelings.
She needed her arts programs.
Yes! That's exactly what I'm talking about.
It's such a great outlet.
By the way, I just wanted to say,
what you do helping these kids, that's just lovely.
I applaud you.
They're the joy of my life.
This looks pretty good.
It really does.
Do you think I'll be ready for next week?
Oh those PTA parents won't know what hit them.
Hi, Ms. Hawthorne. What are you doing here?
Angie is helping me with my presentation.
We are fighting for a new music room.
[Angie] And we're going to win!
Well, I sure hope so.
Well, I, ah, guess I should get back to studying.
Thanks.
I wanted to ask you.
I was wondering how Gina's doing in your class?
The agency said there was concerns at her last school,
about her focus.
I was going to mention something to you.
Mention what?
When I went to check where Gina was in her course,
her old teacher asked if Gina was able
to be tested for a learning disability.
I guess this was discussed by the staff.
There was no information on that in her file.
Unfortunately I'm pretty familiar with these challenges.
Another one of my foster kids, Kiki,
had struggles in the classroom.
[Ella] I see.
It's easy for kids to slip through
when they haven't been fully diagnosed.
Well we are not going to let Gina slip through the cracks.
Not on my watch.
I'm going to get that testing organized.
Great.
I can put in a request at the school office
for an appointment, have them get back to you.
I'd be very grateful, Ella. Thank you.
Of course.
I really appreciate it.
I think I'm ready.
All in favor?
[Sandra] It's unanimous.
Maria, you're approved to put healthier snacks
in the vending machines.
[clapping]
[Sandra] Okay, next order of business.
Two of our teachers, Josh Adler and Ella Hawthorne,
have requested time to speak about their needs for the
extracurricular programs, track and field, and music.
Who would like to go first?
Please. Ladies first.
No thanks. I think I'd rather have the last word.
Okay, yeah. I'll go first.
Great.
You all know me as your
students' math teacher and coach.
Correction, favorite math teacher and coach.
[laughter]
But I'm here today with my coach hat on to ask for your support
in raising money for our track and field program.
Now, we have an excellent reputation,
a fantastic record of bringing home golds, silver, bronze,
and we have gone to the state finals
four times, winning twice.
Math teacher in me thinks those numbers are above average.
[clapping]
[Josh] Thank you.
But the truth is our program is in dire need
of new uniforms and better equipment.
But our budget has just been cut in half.
And you don't have to be a math teacher to know
that half is a lot less than enough.
All right...
All right.
Look, I know that my reputation speaks for itself
in terms of the success of the track team.
But I want you all to know that growing up,
I had it pretty rough.
[Josh] I know firsthand what sports can do
for a child's self-esteem and development.
I know what it feels like to be overlooked,
and to not have the resources it takes to be successful.
Our young athletes need support in order to feel
that sense of belonging.
That sense that what they do matters to us,
and that we're willing to put our dollars
toward them directly.
[Josh] I'm not just talking about winning,
I'm talking about connecting a healthy body
to a healthy mind.
I'm talking about personal challenges
leading to personal success.
Thanks for your time.
[clapping]
It would take a miracle for you to beat that presentation.
Half the kids on the track team have parents on the PTA.
Even me!
[Sandra] Okay.
Despite Mr. Adler's excellent arguments,
Ms. Hawthorne will now share her thoughts
on the music program.
Good luck.
[Sandra] Ms. Hawthorne you have the floor.
Hi, everyone.
I'm Ella Hawthorne. I'm new to this school.
I just transferred from the DC system.
[clears her throat]
But now, I am heading up the after school music program here
at East Heights, and let me tell you, the situation is dire.
And trust me, dire isn't even a strong enough word for it.
This is a photo of our current music room.
[crowd reacts]
Not only is it dreary and completely uninspiring but
it also reeks of mold.
[crowd reacts]
Mr. Adler, here, spoke about the need for our kids
to feel supported, that what they do matters.
It's clear that the music program at this school
has not been a priority.
Yet, musical education and the arts are paramount
for the development of the teenage brain.
Did you know that learning and playing music
can actual increase IQ.
[Ella] It also improves memory,
it makes learning new languages easier,
not to mention all the social and emotional benefits
such as raising self-esteem and confidence.
Kids who play music in a band setting learn skills like
discipline, patience, teamwork, collaboration.
It is scientifically proven
that playing music has countless positive effects.
And I believe that the kids at this school
deserve those advantages.
Don't you?
[Ella] Not only to get into better colleges,
but also to enjoy more well rounded and fulfilling lives.
Thank you.
[clapping]
Wow, those were two very impressive presentations.
I think we can all agree on that.
Unfortunately, the PTA dollars only spread so far.
[Sandra] So we're going to have to pick one.
Let's take a vote!
All those in favor of supporting the sports program.
[Sandra] Okay.
And all those in favor of supporting the music program?
Oh no.
[Sandra] It looks like I'm the tie-breaker,
and with my son on the track team, that hardly seems fair.
We're going to have to get back to you with our decision.
After the next meeting.
That's all for today, folks. Thank you.
The next meeting isn't for another month, just so you know.
Of course it isn't.
We can't wait that long.
We need the support now.
Yeah.
Until the next meeting is not a solution.
[Josh] Looks like we hit a wall.
[Ella] A big one.
All right. So what now?
Now we take matters into our own hands.
All right, but before we do anything,
I can't think on an empty stomach.
You want to grab a bite?
I suppose we need to eat.
I mean, the brain does function better.
It's scientifically proven.
I thought you were the math teacher.
It's science adjacent.
Okay.
Well then it's settled. We have to get dinner.
Great. I'm buying.
No you are not. We are splitting the bill.
Okay, if you insist but I'm picking the place.
Since you are new to town and all.
Right. Okay, deal.
Wow, solid food, who knew.
Right? And I love this place.
So, are you from around here?
I moved here when I was teenager,
but I'm originally from DC like you.
Really. Do you miss it?
Nope. Nope, I do not.
I am a boring suburbs guy now and very proud of it.
[Ella chuckles]
So, judging from your presentation,
I gather things were a little tough on you growing up?
Well, my folks tried hard but they were really young
and weren't really ready to be parents.
This made things pretty chaotic.
It's hard when a kid has to grow up fast.
Yeah.
I'm actually glad I was so young.
I don't really remember all the bad things.
I just remember trying to make everyone happy.
Making them laugh.
I thought I could solve everything with jokes.
Kind of seems like you still do.
You know what? Let's talk about the future instead of the past.
Okay. Fair enough.
Future...
Do you think we'll see flying cars in our lifetime?
Yes.
[Ella laughs] Really?
Quick answer.
I mean, come on, at one point making video calls
from a phone in your pocket sounded way too futuristic.
Technology is moving faster than ever before.
Exactly. And who wouldn't want to drive a flying car?
Sounds like so much fun!
It sounds like so much fun!
You skip over the traffic.
No traffic!
Hey, your presentation was, it was pretty good.
I'm not going to lie. I would have voted for you.
Thank you.
I had some great help on it.
Hmm.
But look, even if the PTA comes through,
I am still going to need to raise some funds.
Yeah, me too. How do we do that?
We'll have to put on our own fundraisers.
Right!
How do we do that?
Well, I would love to help you with some fantastic suggestions,
but it's my understanding that we're competing
for the same dollars.
Oh, I see.
I see. So you're saying it's every teacher for themselves?
There's no I am team?
No. But there is a when.
Okay.
All right then.
-It's on! -It's on.
[PA announcement] Picture day retakes will be
tomorrow during lunch.
Please sign up at the office.
Thank you! Come back at lunch hour!
[PA announcement] Also, our school clean up crew
is hosting a park beautification day this Saturday.
Come out, earn some service hours, and make our city shine.
Hey.
I'll take a cook...
Wait, did Kiki make these?
Maybe.
She's a professional chef. That's almost not fair.
All is fair in war and bake sales.
Okay.
Rory, Kiki is helping out the other side.
Ella brought in a ringer.
How we doing?
[Rory] We're not exactly raffling off a new car.
[Josh] Right.
Hey, buy a ticket for Teddy?
[Kid] No thanks.
See what I mean?
It's a tough sell.
Besides, Gina's in band.
We need to support her too.
Rory we must know thy enemy.
Oh, we're bringing out the secret weapon.
What's that?
Chocolate bars.
* [music begins] * [song "The Start"]
*
* I'm giving up with the make belief *
* No one here is being fooled *
* Back to the days when I was your thief *
* And I could play it cool *
*
* Exhausting myself trying to excite you *
* With the same things as before *
* But the well's ran dry and all the tricks up my sleeve *
* Baby I've got no more *
*
[music fades out]
[phone rings]
[Angie] Yes!
Hi, Angie.
It's Principal Geller from East Heights High School.
[Principal Geller] I'm calling about Gina Taylor.
Oh, yes, hi.
[Principal Geller] I have the request
for the learning disability tests for Gina.
But I need parental permission before the school can go forward
with the recommendations.
Oh, well, Gina's in my care in a foster program.
My guardianship application is pending.
[Principal Geller] I'm so sorry, Angie.
It's just that without the official guardianship,
we can't process the request.
Are you sure?
That could take months, and she needs help now.
[Principal Geller] I know we've known each other for long time
Angie, but there's some red tape here.
And as soon as the paperwork comes through,
I can make the request.
Well that's not going to help her GPA this year.
I see her grandmother
is the official guardianship on her file.
Perhaps you could contact the grandmother
and see if she's willing to sign the form?
[PA announcement] Reminder to all teachers,
midterm assessments are due this Friday.
[knocking]
How's it going for you?
Ah, it's going fine. You?
Good, good.
-Good. -Good.
You raising a lot of money?
[Ella] We are giving it our all.
Us too. Our all.
Great.
Although I have been thinking.
[Josh] What?
Maybe if we teamed up, we might stand more of a chance.
I'm intrigued.
How about a collab?
Not a bad idea.
Would we be spending more time together?
Probably.
Hmm.
Well, if we raise enough we might get new uniforms.
And if we raise enough
we might get new lighting and a paint job.
I like this collabing.
I think you might mean collaborating.
No, I mean, collabing.
[Ella giggles]
Whatever you say.
[school bell rings]
[PA announcement] Reminder, the vending machines
in the east wing are out of order.
Oh. Hello, Josh.
Don't you have your own classroom?
I just wanted to let you know
that we're all set up for the joint fundraiser this afternoon.
Great.
Yeah, the kids seem really excited to be working together.
I don't know,
I kind of like this whole working together thing too.
You know, the only challenge will be
if we each don't get what we need.
And then neither program is funded.
Wait, what?
Well, it might cause problems.
So what if we did a tie breaker?
I don't know.
Do you think you could handle it if you lose?
Me? Oh, well, the only thing I'm going to need to handle
is victory laps, so.
Get your stopwatch ready, Coach Josh.
That's how it going to be? Huh?
All right, Ms. Hawthorne,
what are your terms for the tie breaker?
[Josh counting]
Eighteen hundred and forty-five dollars.
That's not quite the total we were hoping for.
It is not good.
And even worse if it's halved.
Yeah.
Okay...
Coin toss it is.
We talked about this.
If we split the money,
then there's not much we can accomplish on either side.
Yeah, I know, but...
Heads or tails?
If you're sure.
Heads.
Oh boy it's heads.
Okay, you know what, let's do best two out of three.
No! You won fair and square.
It's okay.
The band will be disappointed but
look at it this way.
Some life lessons are not meant to be fun.
Okay that sounds incredibly wise,
but I don't know if I can stand to disappoint
either Gina or Rory.
Or the rest of the kids.
Musicians have been through much tougher times.
Augh...
I feel terrible.
I think I need a hug.
Okay.
Thank you.
So wait. I lost but I'm giving you a hug?
Everyone wins in a hug.
[Ella laughs]
True.
[Kiki] So let me get this straight.
You need Gina's grandmother's permission
even though she is in assisted living now?
Yes.
Okay. I can take Gina by after school.
I know Caesar over there who works in the kitchen.
Besides, I know how hard it is to get answers
about why you're struggling in school.
You certainly do.
And that would be very helpful.
I have an errand that afternoon.
Hm. Errand?
Okay spill, Angie.
What are you up to?
I'm just helping... someone.
Uh huh.
With something.
Okay.
But it can't be anything secret.
You're terrible at keeping secrets.
And it can't be about one of us Hearts because we all know
anything we tell you gets shared around with the rest of us.
I'm just a good communicator, that's all.
Uh huh. Okay.
I just like to keep everyone in the loop.
Oh, Angie, you are the definition of the loop.
Which is why this particular favor is so suspicious.
I'm going to figure it out, you know.
Nothing to figure out.
Not a thing.
Hey Sandra. Nice to see you.
Ah, thank you.
What is that smell?
I'm going to say moldy plaster and spit valve residue.
Ah, it's worse than I could have imagined.
I heard that you lost to Josh on the coin flip.
Yeah. Worst part it was my idea.
I'm sorry we couldn't help you out at the last PTA meeting.
No, I understand. Decisions take time.
You know, one of my twins is in your English class.
-Who? -Jayden.
Oh, he's a great kid!
He's working hard. He's improving drastically, too.
Yes!
Thanks to you he suddenly thinks Ernest Hemingway is a genius.
You know, I never thought I'd see the day,
but now he runs track, and he reads.
Well, I'm glad to hear it.
And thank you for the consolation.
I appreciate the coffee.
Actually, I'm not here for just consolation.
I wanted to give you a lead on your funding quest.
Oh?
There's this group.
They're called the East Heights Alumni Association,
all former graduates from our high school.
And all very wealthy.
They do something splashy every few years.
They funded our library renovation
as their last donation.
Anyway, I think you should reach out to them
with your needs for the music room.
Mr. Gupta is the man to meet.
The politician?
Right.
Jane is his wife. She's a prominent businesswoman.
There's their contact info.
I told them you'll be calling.
Oh wow.
Thank you so much!
But why are you doing this?
I mean, forgive me, but isn't Jayden a track star?
I thought that would be your priority.
You know what?
I got a lot out of band club when I was a teenager.
If it wasn't for the music,
I don't know if I would have made it through those years.
I want our students to have the same opportunity.
I don't know what to say. This is just so generous.
Just say that you'll keep things between us.
I am the track star's mom, after all.
Hey, Kiki.
Thanks for driving me to Grandma's.
Anytime.
But you know, when you get your driver's license
you may find yourself paying me back.
I can't wait.
I'm starting the lessons next year.
But I think for right now, I need to focus on school.
Well, that's smart thinking.
You've had a lot of change lately.
[Gina] Oh, yeah. You can say that again.
Angie is really great. And Rory is too.
And I like all the teachers and kids at my school.
Uh hmm. Well I sense there's a but coming.
But I don't feel like I fit.
Gina, everything's still so new.
You know, I know exactly what you're going through.
But don't pressure yourself to make everything
perfect right away. Hmm?
Now my foster mom Dawn, she used to say
"Be kind to yourself and everyone will follow."
Thanks for saying that.
Feeling better?
Yeah, about everything except for this testing stuff.
Yeah, well for me,
the hardest part was not knowing what was going on.
You know, I knew I was working as hard
as all the other kids in the class, but, just,
everything seemed so much easier for them.
I had a hard time focusing.
Yeah, so do I.
But once I knew it was ADHD, and not dyslexia
or processing disorder or anything else,
then I knew that there were specific things
I could do to help myself.
"Strategies for success."
That's what my specialist said. And she was right, you know.
-"Strategies for success." -Uh huh.
I like that.
They really do work, you know.
Hmm. I'm not sure, baby girl.
Is this really what you want?
I don't want to take the test,
but I do want to know if there's something wrong with me.
There is nothing wrong with you!
They're just saying that I learn different.
In my day we didn't go around advertising our shortcomings!
Angie was very helpful to me when I was struggling in school.
And, well, she thinks this is the best thing.
You just think differently from other people.
That's something to be proud of, not fix.
Nope. I'm not signing it.
But Grandma, they're not trying to change me,
they're just trying to help me learn better,
in the classroom, and for my homework and stuff.
I don't want people discriminating against you
because you're different.
Once it's in writing, you can't take it back.
But that's what I'm saying.
I need it in writing because,
because I'm having trouble.
I need help.
It's hard to admit it. But I need help.
You are whip-smart, Gina.
And don't let anyone tell you differently.
I know, Grandma.
But that's why I want to do this test,
so I can reach my potential.
Don't you want that for me?
Don't be silly!
Of course I want the world for you.
Then please sign the form.
If it's really what you want.
I think it's for the best,
so we can figure what might be going on.
Oh all right.
Hand me that pen.
And Angie will make sure everything goes as it should?
The whole family will.
Who's all this family?
Well, there's Josh, Shari and Jenna.
Oh, and Rory, he's like me still in school.
And Angie has everyone to Sunday Supper.
Every Sunday.
She said you should come sometime
so you could meet everybody.
Okay, slow down baby girl.
They all sound wonderful.
Kiki, tell Angie, thanks. And I'll see her soon.
Honey thanks again for taking Gina.
It was a great visit for both of them.
-[Kiki] Anytime. -[Angie] Got to go.
[disconnects]
I just can't believe you're going to propose to Jenna.
I mean, I can believe it but I'm very excited!
I'm very excited too.
A little bit nervous though.
You two are perfect for each other.
You are going to be the most perfect mother-in-law.
-I really am! -I know.
[they both laugh]
I just really want this proposal to be meaningful
and reflective of her, you know.
I do.
In my day, you just got the parents' blessing
and got down on one knee.
That's all it took.
[Andrew] Oh no, times have changed.
Have you not seen some of these viral proposal videos.
People are jumping out of airplanes
and climbing the Eiffel Tower. It's crazy
We're not jumping out of a plane today, are we?
[laughs] Don't worry. We're not jumping out of a plane today.
No, but I do have some ideas that I'd like to run by you.
See if you think she'll like them.
I just want this moment to be something
she remembers forever.
So, let our secret mission commence!
Ooh! I love a good mission.
[Andrew] Huh?
What do you think?
Isn't this the most perfect place for proposing?
Mmm...
Too formal.
[Andrew] Jenna loves football.
We could do it in front of 40,000 fans
on a one hundred foot TV screen.
Ah, too public!
Yeah...
[Andrew] She loves trying new things.
Mmm... A little too far off the ground!
[Andrew] Yeah, maybe a little.
-Yeah. -Yeah.
Next.
-Okay. -Okay.
[Andrew] Well?
[Angie] Hmm...
Too... fishy.
Yeah.
Why is this so hard?
I just, I love Jenna so much and I just really want to do
something special with this proposal.
Okay, I think you're over thinking this.
Let's start with what every bride-to-be really wants.
A great ring!
[Mr. Gupta's phone rings]
Hello?
Hi, is this Mr. Gupta? It's Ella Hawthorne.
Yes, hello.
Sandra from the PTA mentioned you'd be calling.
Have I caught you at a bad time?
Not at all.
But I do want to save you the trouble
of giving me a big pitch.
Oh?
While I'm sympathetic to your plight with the music program,
I'm afraid the Alumni Association's philanthropic
scope is more focused on prestige donations.
We don't get involved at the day-to-day expense level.
And I completely understand where you're coming from,
and may I just say that the library renovation is exquisite.
[Mr. Gupta] Oh!
We worked very hard on it.
And as a teacher at East Heights,
I thank you for that inspiring space.
Every time I walk in there, I just feel so happy.
Well, I'm glad to hear it.
And wouldn't you agree that along with
a state-of-the-art library,
a bright and modern music room
would also be an extraordinary gift?
[Mr. Gupta chuckles] Well yes, of course.
And I can see where you're going with this.
I'm not sure if you're aware but right now the band students
are banished to the worst music room I have ever seen.
I think you might be exaggerating.
Well, I will send you a photo and you can let me know.
[notification ping]
Oh my goodness.
That's quite a change from my time there.
This is what the band students are practicing in every day.
And it's not inspiring at all.
I'll tell you what, Ms. Hawthorne.
Give me some time to think about it
and consult with the other board members.
Okay.
Well thank you for your consideration.
[Mr. Gupta] All right.
[notification ping]
[Angie V.O. of text] Come to Sunday Supper.
I have another fundraising idea.
[Josh on phone] Yes, we have just over three grand
and we're looking for ways to bridge the gap
for the new uniforms.
Uh-huh.
[Ella] Josh?
Hi.
Ella?
[Josh on phone] Ah, yes, I'm still here.
I'm going to have to call you back.
[disconnects]
Hi.
What are you doing here?
Josh! Rude much?
Josh is a little rough around the edges.
Hey!
Andrew. Back me up here.
Hey, I've always wanted to be considered
rough around the edges.
Sounded like a compliment to me.
You're a rebel. You know this. You're a rebel.
So, Ella, how are you settling in at the school?
Oh, it's great. Yeah.
But these fundraisers have taken my very last bit of energy.
I know, right?
Okay. All right.
Let's back it up here.
How did you come to be at my family's Sunday Supper?
Well, Angie was...
I am supporting the arts.
Ohhh. Okay. I see, I see.
Even though you're aware that we're arch rivals?
Arch rivals who are in the same boat.
[Angie] Rivals?
Don't be silly you guys
are working beautifully together.
And besides, kids need the arts and sports.
[Josh and Ella together] So true.
[Jenna] I might be biased, but
I think the arts are just
ever-so-slightly more important than sports.
Wait, what? Why would you ever say that?
[Jenna] Because!
Kids need direction when choosing an instrument,
and they need to be taught how to draw or do ceramics.
Anyone can go for a jog.
Go for a jog! Now wait a minute!
Yeah, I completely agree because I love a good workout,
but I needed to go to school to become a skilled painter.
Man, this is a tough crowd.
Andrew, please. You gotta help me out here.
[Cowboy accent] Sorry, pardner.
I'm gonna to have to side with the one that brung me.
[Kiki loudly] Gina! Rory! Supper.
I think what's needed is a little bit more collaboration
between the programs.
You have such a lovely family.
They're pretty awesome people.
It's amazing what Angie's created.
Yup, we drive each other crazy just like real siblings.
Well, the love I saw there today is about as real as it gets.
And, you know, maybe Angie's right.
She usually is.
Maybe we should go back to the drawing board.
I like the sound of that.
Okay.
I just feel like the energy that was there tonight,
we need to take a lesson from it.
I'm listening.
Did you know that when you talk about teaching,
your eyes light up?
I can tell you really want to make a difference.
Are you kidding me? Right back at you.
The compassion you have for your students is amazing.
I mean, the way you helped Jayden?
He would have lost his spot on the team
if it weren't for you helping him keep up his GPA.
You know, there's always a way in with teenagers.
Sometimes you just got to find it.
Okay, so I'm on board. What are we talking here?
Well, it's funny you should ask because today I made a call
to a man named Mr. Gupta and he heads up the Alumni Association.
Starting at the top. I love it.
So I pitched him the creation of a new music room.
You're are a force of nature!
I just, I believe in our kids.
Okay. So what did he say?
He is thinking about it. But here's the thing.
He said that they don't really do small donations.
They like to come in and do something more dazzling.
We could dazzle! Let's dazzle.
I like dazzling.
So I think we might stand a better chance
if we come to him with both sides of the equation.
Music and track.
They funded the library renovation because
that's something that everyone uses.
They like to make these big, bold gestures.
So, if we convince them that
by supporting both of our programs together,
they're uplifting the entire student body.
That could work!
Do you remember how the PTA took sides?
It's an impossible debate.
Right. So what do you say?
Yes!
You're very convincing.
Yeah, I know.
-Deal. -Deal.
[Ella] Thanks again for coming in early.
I want to show you something.
[Josh sniffs]
Okay. Wow.
Yeah, that's what everyone says when they walk in.
Oh, that's bad. It's pungent.
Did you think I was lying.
I did think you were lying. But now not so much.
[Ella laughs]
Okay, so, as you can see, I have a list a mile long of things
that I need to buy and improve on.
What about you?
Well, the team needs new uniforms but the mother-ask is
to get a new bus so that we can go to nationals.
Okay, well, today is the day to write it all down.
[Josh coughs and chokes]
Sort of medicinal.
[Ella laughs]
It burns my throat.
[Ella] We have got our work cut out for us.
We just need to figure out how to convince this alumni board.
[Ella's phone rings]
It's Mr. Gupta!
Speakerphone!
Hello Mr. Gupta!
[Mr. Gupta] Ella, I have news.
Oh, really?
I've got a pitch date for you.
Monday at 4 p.m. Can you make it?
That is wonderful news. Yes.
I will absolutely be there!
And I have news for you.
I am here with my colleague Josh Adler.
All-Star Adler? No kidding!
Hello, Sir.
[Mr. Gupta] Sir? Pshh.
Call me Vik.
Any coach who takes our kids to state four years running
needs to be on a first name basis!
Thank you, s... Vik.
Josh and I wanted to let you know
that we will be presenting together on Monday.
We were hoping that your association
might opt to help the arts and sports.
[Mr. Gupta] Thinking bigger, huh?
Yes. And I'd love to come along for the ride
if that's okay.
All right. We'll see you both on Monday.
But as I said before, the board likes high visibility donations,
so keep that in mind.
Thank you for the heads up. And we will see you then.
[Mr. Gupta] See you then.
[disconnects]
All-Star Adler. He likes you!
I can't believe you made this happen!
Thank you.
So Jenna is going to smooth out the presentation
and Andrew will give us a brief on all the other board members.
Your family is all amazing.
You're so lucky to have them in your corner.
What am I saying?
I'm so lucky!
I used to come here all the time when I lived down the street.
Yeah, I like seeing your DC stomping grounds.
Did you live around here too?
No. Worlds away from Georgetown.
Just so you know, I didn't grow up like Andrew.
What do you mean, like, crazy wealthy?
Right. I didn't want for anything,
but there were no helicopter trips to Martha's Vineyard.
Ah!
My dad was a policy analyst in the health care sector
and my mom taught English at a private school.
She still does.
Is that where your love of teaching comes from?
I guess so, yeah.
But both my parents inspired me.
My dad played piano at a jazz bar every weekend.
That's a double life.
Analyst by day, jazz player by night.
Right. It's like a movie pitch.
[exaggerated] One man split between two worlds,
"The Analyst".
Catch it in theaters this summer.
[they both giggle]
All right, seriously, I know I've shared with you
a little bit of the hard part of my childhood.
But there is something kind of nice I want you to see.
[Ella] Oh, that's good!
[Josh] So good! I told you.
But this isn't the same place I grew up with.
-Oh no? -No.
Back then it was strictly soft-serve.
None of these fancy flavors.
Well, I have to admit, I am kind of liking fancy.
The old neighborhood's changed.
And I'm sure you have too.
Yeah.
I guess I have come a long way from those days.
What would you say changed the most?
Well...
It took me a long time to trust people.
My parents' word didn't mean anything,
so growing up was full of empty promises.
We moved too many times.
But then Angie was my saving grace.
[chuckles] Honestly, I don't know how
she put up with me in those first few years.
She seems like a very patient person.
She is.
And I just kept waiting for that other shoe to drop.
Waiting for Angie to send me to a group home
because she'd had enough of me.
But that didn't happen.
For the first time in my life,
I didn't need that fight or flight response.
It took me a long time to break free of that.
That makes sense.
Trust is earned.
Yeah, that's a good way of putting it.
This feels strange.
I've never taken anyone here
and I don't talk about those days anymore.
Well, I'm honored.
[Josh blows whistle]
Let's go, let's go, let's go!
Push it, guys, push it!
Jayden you're on fire!
All right, very nice, very nice.
Let's take a breather.
[Rick] Hey Coach!
You Josh Adler?
That's me.
Name's Rick Bander. I'm a scout with Maryland U.
Yeah, of course. I know who you are.
-Great to meet you. -Good to meet you too, Josh.
So, that East Heights kid is something, huh?
Yeah, Jayden. He's got real talent.
Maryland U could use some more sprinters.
He's looking for a full ride if that's what you're offering?
Could be, yeah.
This track could use a bit of a refresh, huh?
[chuckles] Funny you should mention that,
my colleague and I are about to pitch a renovation plan
to the Alumni Association.
Gupta still head that up?
Gupta, that's right.
Yeah, he and I went to Georgetown together.
The guy's a legend.
Let me give him a call, put in a good word for you.
I mean, come on, that would be fantastic, thank you.
Of course.
When it comes down to it, we're all on the same team.
I couldn't agree more.
Give me a call when you make it to state, Coach.
Okay. You got it.
Take care.
Is that worried or excited?
If I had to guess I'd say it's 70 percent worried,
30 percent excited, and one hundred percent fidgety.
Sounds like the perfect combination.
You're too optimistic, Kiki.
Think about it.
There's no better place in the world to be
worried slash excited, one hundred percent fidgety self
than here.
It's the language this clinic speaks.
You know, I'm finally getting why everyone says
you're always so sunny.
Well, there's no reason to not be. Hmm.
Sunny is as sunny does.
[they both laugh]
Well, at least you made me laugh.
I'm here to support you.
You know, I've been through all of this,
the appointments, the specialists,
but I also had a great foster family
that helped me through it.
Was that Angie?
Yeah. But also my first foster mom, Dawn.
[Ms. Curtis] Ms. Taylor?
Gina Taylor?
Yeah, that's me.
Ms. Curtis. It's nice to meet you, Gina.
How are you doing today?
Um, I'm not really sure.
Oh, I see that look a couple of times a day.
But there's really nothing for you to worry about.
Come on in.
Have a seat.
[door closes]
Now, this does take a while.
I hope that our receptionist
told you that when you made the appointment.
Please do make yourself at home.
Thank you. And yes.
I know this is all very thorough.
Exactly.
We're going to do a full screening today.
We'll give you a big questionnaire
that you complete best you can.
And you can spend as much or as little time as you like on it.
Is it on my phone?
Oh no, we're old school here. Pen and paper.
Oh, really?
[chuckles] No, I'm kidding.
I'll give you one of our tablets.
Now, while you're doing that,
I'm going to go over all the info sheets that have come in.
I've got your medical history from your family doctor.
There's some discussion here, uh...
Being too chatty at school, daydreamy, disrupted sleep...
Oh, but that was awhile ago.
Yeah, I was around ten or so.
Oh excellent.
Your grandmother has helped by providing some family history.
Well, that can be a factor too.
Yeah, my grandma is truly amazing.
Well, family support is very important.
Well I'm definitely feeling supported.
Everyone's been really really great about this.
Good!
Ready to get to it.
I'm ready.
Here you go.
These flyers turned out pretty good!
I know. Jenna's amazing.
They arrived this morning.
You said you had more good news.
Yes. Yes, okay. Get this.
A Maryland U scout came to the field during practice today.
He's looking at one of my runners
for a possible scholarship.
Oh, that's awesome!
I know, it's great.
But that's not even the best part.
We started talking about our fundraising efforts for the team
and I mentioned the Alumni Association.
Turns out he is buddies with Mr. Gupta
and he's going to put in a good word for us!
That's awesome!
So you told him about the music program too?
Oh! I'm sure they will when they speak.
Great. Yeah. That's cool.
It's no guarantee, but I mean, come on, we're pretty close.
It definitely helps.
I am just dying to tell the kids,
but I don't want to get ahead of myself.
I know.
I would love to tell the band we're getting out of that room.
Yeah. The last thing I want to do
is make a promise I can't keep.
I don't think you're that guy.
She said it's mild ADHD.
Very manageable. Her words.
She said we'll come up with a great plan
that will really help me.
She also gave me this material.
You see? This is good news.
And this is the information that you needed to tackle this.
You know, everyone's been really nice about this but...
[big sigh]
The truth is I'm just a big fail.
Hey!
That's not being very kind to yourself.
Would you say that to anybody else?
No, I wouldn't. It's kind of mean.
Exactly.
Gina, you're already one of my favorite human beings.
And this diagnosis is going to give you the tools to win life.
[scoffs] Win life? Who says that?
Well, Kiki Mercer says that because, you know what,
I am winning life.
Okay. Okay, you're right.
I'll start reading this tonight.
You know what, I'll just pick one solid thing that I can do.
Just one thing. One is easy, right?
That's what I do when school starts to get hard.
I like that.
You know, I'm going to remember that next time one of my recipes
doesn't turn out the way I wanted it to.
Find one thing that I like. Hmm.
Who's being all sunny now, huh?
Oh. I'm not so sure about that.
[Kiki laughs]
Well, I like that you're trying.
[phone notification ping]
[Ella V.O. reading text]
"In light of new information from Maryland U sports scout
"Rick Bander, we have great news.
"We've decided to gift the school with a full renovation
"to the gym and track, scheduled to start in June."
What about the music room?
[continues reading] "We're going to cancel
"the presentation for tomorrow because the money
"is now earmarked for this special, generous donation."
[Josh whistling happily]
[Josh] Huh.
[knocks at door]
Ella, you home?
Fuel for the big day?
No thanks.
What's wrong?
I trusted you. That's what's wrong.
What's going on?
Josh, please stop pretending. You're just making it worse.
What are you talking about?
-As if you don't know. -I don't know!
Well, then check your email.
Oh no.
No no no no no.
Ella!
[knocks frantically]
Ella, I'm sorry.
Okay, I had no idea. You have to believe me.
[Ella] Josh, you got what you wanted.
I hope you enjoy your new track! I'm sure it will be dazzling.
Okay, you can't honestly believe
that I would be that selfish.
And we don't even need a new track.
They weren't even listening to us.
Josh, you led me to believe that we were in this together
and that we were a team.
And then meanwhile you're pulling strings with
you college scouts and going behind my back.
I thought we were friends!
We are.
That is not how it happened!
It doesn't matter.
You and your team are going to get a million dollar investment
and I will be spending the little money I have
on air fresheners for the music room.
So, congratulations.
Ella...
Ella!
So you told her you had nothing to do with the decision?
She doesn't believe me.
I can see why she's upset.
I mean, it was her connection in the first place
and then you just swoop in and take all the glory...
This isn't helping.
Right, sorry.
And it's just that the only thing that would help is...
What?
Never mind. You don't want to do that.
What? Tell me! I'll do anything.
Well, you could refuse the donation.
Say no to the money?
Well, then she would know that you're putting her first
before everything else.
But my kids really need those improvements.
I know! I'm not saying it's an easy fix.
How could I look them in the eye knowing I said no to new
facilities because I'm falling in love with the music teacher?
Wait, what did you just say?
Oh man, I'm pathetic.
I'm in love with her and she can't even stand me.
Oh boy.
Well, this just got a lot more complicated.
I can see why, though. She is a keeper.
I know, right?
She's incredible.
She cares about her students.
If she can make something better, she will.
She's fun to be around.
What's not to like?
Love. I believe you meant to say love just then.
Hey, can we, um, can we keep that part between us for now?
I don't need Jenna giving me advice at the moment.
Yeah, of course. Of course.
But, I mean, she may have a brilliant idea for you.
But then everyone is going to start weighing in.
And my head is already exploding.
Right, yeah.
You know what I think you just need to go for a run.
You know, clear your head a bit.
That's not a bad idea.
Thanks for meeting me. It really helped.
[slurps]
Let me know if there is anything I can help you with
in the future.
As a matter of fact,
I am working on something pretty big right now.
I will let you know.
You're kind of a mysterious guy.
Mystery is my middle name.
I thought it was Louis.
-Louis? -Isn't it.
No. It's Mystery.
[Josh] Oh, it's Mystery. It's not Louis.
[Andrew] It's perfect. Thank you.
Thank you, Angie.
I know she's going to love that ring.
She will.
And I know you'll find the most meaningful place to ask her
one of the most important questions of her life.
Yeah, right.
What if she says no?
[Angie chuckles]
You won't know if you don't ask.
Ah...
Want to talk about what's bothering you?
Not really.
Is it about your diagnosis?
I just can't believe it's official.
I have ADHD.
I'm never going to be like everybody else.
Who wants to be like everyone else?
That would be boring.
Besides, there are a lot of successful people who have ADHD.
Simone Biles for one.
-Really? -Really.
That's pretty cool. I didn't know that.
There's a lot of celebrities that speak out
so that people know there's hope and help available.
I am going to get you the best help.
And we're all here behind you.
I guess I'm glad that there's help.
I was just hoping that I'd be normal.
I'll let you in on a little secret, Gina.
No one is normal. And thank goodness for that.
What a dull world it would be.
* [music begins] * [Song "When I Get There"]
* When I get there *
* I'll know *
* It's that feeling that you read about in a bookstore *
* Or played out on a screen *
* An answer to a dream *
* I'll know when I get there *
*
* When I when I When I get there *
[panting] Okay...
[Josh] Hear, hear...
*
I need your help.
Is someone hurt?
What?
No, not that kind of help.
Well, let's start with a glass of water?
Thank you.
-Hey. -Hey.
[music continues] * I'll know what it is I found *
* I'll be safe and sound *
* When I get there *
* When I When I When I get there *
* When I when I get there *
* You won't let me down *
* I won't have to turn around *
* I'll know what it is I found *
* I'll be safe and sound *
* And I will stay to see this through *
[message notification]
* I'll do anything I have to do *
[Josh V.O. text] Can you meet
at 95476 Sycamore today at 10 a.m.?
*
Yes. Sure.
* When I get there *
[music ends]
You're here.
I am here but I am not sure why.
I swear to you I had no idea this whole
Alumni Association thing was going to blow up like this.
Okay, this is the Gupta's residence.
Please, please stay.
Hear me out.
Whatever this is, it better be so good.
[knocking]
Josh, Ella. Please come in.
Thank you so much for agreeing to speak with us today.
Of course.
It's great to meet you two in person,
but I must tell you that it's much too early for us
to have any updates.
We've only just made the decision.
Yes of course.
And that's why I wanted to speak with you right away.
You see, we originally came to you with a plan to help not only
the athletics department, but also the music department.
This again?
The music department?
I thought it was just athletics.
Well you see, it was Ella's idea
to contact your association because her band room...
Is a real mess.
And smells like something might have died in there.
Oh, my.
They make the band practice in there?
That should be a storage closet.
Ella believes, and I agree,
that kids benefit from arts education.
She cited multiple scientific studies
that show it expands the brain and helps develop
all kinds of other skills and abilities.
That is definitely true.
You remember when Vik Junior started the violin?
His math grade went up!
Yes! That's exactly what we're talking about!
So we're here...
Both of us, to ask if you would reconsider your proposal
to include the music department as part of the donation.
Why am I just hearing about this, Vik?
I didn't want to bore you with the evolution of it all.
You mean you wanted to present it as a done deal?
I always say that to create well-rounded people,
you can't put all your emphasis on one subject.
And the arts in particular should not be overlooked.
It's true. She is always saying that.
Which is perhaps why you failed to mention
the other side of this equation?
I don't appreciate being blindsided like that.
Understood, Vik.
You can call me Sir.
And might I remind you that there's also a world
in which we don't do any improvements to the school.
Of course.
I understand you need to do what's best for the Association.
All I'm saying is that if the Association doesn't see fit
to donate to both causes,
I can't accept the donation for just mine.
All or nothing, huh?
Are you sure that's a wise bet?
It's one I can live with, sir.
Excuse us a moment.
So...
You are who I thought you were.
Yes!
Wait, if that's a good thing?
[chuckles] Yeah.
Look, I hope you know I would never cut you out.
The most important thing about all of this, is you.
You're really important to me too.
Well, Mr. Adler, Ms. Hawthorne.
While I appreciate your altruistic stance on education,
I'm afraid we're going to have to pass.
On all of it?
We can revisit next year.
I'm so sorry to hear this.
Can we ask why?
It all feels a bit, messy to me right now.
But sir, maybe if we showed you more of our plan...
I'm afraid I've made up my mind.
So, what made you want to cook for everyone tonight?
Well, believe it or not, I actually like your family.
Really? That's good.
Minus your brother Josh.
He's a little questionable sometimes.
True, true.
But, you know, Sunday Suppers are great.
You know, life is fast.
I'm always running around, working.
And when I'm here I feel like I actually get a chance
to just slow things down, enjoy everyone's company.
You really get us, don't you?
I'm trying.
What is that deliciousness?
Evan volunteered to cook dinner for everyone tonight.
Whoa, that smells good.
So guys! How did it go?
We tried.
What? They didn't go for it?
[Andrew] Ah, I'm sorry you guys.
Hey, they don't know a good idea when they see one.
At least you guys stuck to your principles.
[Shari] And you stuck together.
I'm glad you guys are friends again.
Ah, what is happening right now?
Are you guys together? Like, together together?
I knew it! I'm so excited!
You made the right choice, my friend.
I know I did.
Look at us, all paired up!
And then there was one!
Guys!
I am in a great relationship with my food truck, okay.
They pick on me.
I know they do.
I'm so excited.
[Angie] Supper's ready!
[Jenna] You look happy!
Yeah, look what Heidi gave me! My new ADHD coach.
It's a stim-mag. Some people call them fidget toys.
But it will help me balance my energy and focus in class.
[doorbell rings]
I'll get it!
[Angie] Make me a plate.
[Kiki] So, um, Evan.
What's in the sauce.
Family secret.
We can do family secret.
We could, we could keep that family secret very secret.
Not today.
[Gina] Grandma!
Bless me. I didn't realize it was a party.
No, no it's just close family.
-Right Angie? -You bet.
Is that so?
[Josh] Hey Gina.
We're so proud of you.
It's not always easy to ask for help.
Well, Angie, Kiki and Ms. Hawthorne, I mean Ella,
they all helped me.
[Rory] That's what this family does.
We help each other.
And you helped me too, Grandma.
I just signed a piece of paper, that's all.
Oh, you raised a fine human being.
I'm so happy that she is part of a loving home, and family.
We hope you'll be a part of it too.
You've made me feel so welcomed. Thank you.
[Josh's phone pings]
Okay, so tell me. What was going on between you and Andrew.
I heard you guys spent the day together last week.
Hold on. Everyone listen to this.
[Josh reads email] "Dear Josh and Ella,
"Upon further consideration of your proposal,
"the board has decided to become engaged
"with your projects after all."
It's a pretty good start to an email.
What?
[surprised reactions]
[Mr. Gupta V.O.] We've realized that your shared passion
for education is something often talked about,
but rarely supported.
[Josh reads email] "And so we are proposing
the East Heights High School Alumni Endowment.
[Josh V.O.] "A ten year gift that will fund
"one significant project every year.
[Josh reads email] "We look forward to making
East Heights number one."
[Jenna] You did it!
[happy reactions]
They finally saw the light!
[Kiki] That is awesome!
So who gets to have their project done first?
What?
You know. It says they'll fund one project a year.
[Kiki] So is it going to be music room or track?
Oh, track can go first.
No, no no no.
Music. You should get the first round of funding.
Your music room is literally falling apart.
[Ella chuckles] You make a good point.
I always do.
Well, for the sake of my band students,
I have no problem going first.
My kids will be just as excited to know
that new facilities are coming.
-I'll help you plan. -I'll help you paint.
Ohhh. You guys are so cute.
[Andrew clears his throat]
Ah...
So, um, that's great.
Yes, Angie and I did spend the day together recently.
Um, I asked for her help because she knows Jenna so well.
As all of you do.
And, ah, she helped me realize that her heart is here
with all of you.
And, um, which is why I think this is the perfect place
for me to say...
It's taken us what feels like a lifetime to reconnect.
Well now I want to make sure that that never happens again.
Jenna Whitaker, I love you so much.
And I want to spend the rest of my life with you.
Um...
[gasps]
Would you marry me?
-Yes! -Yeah?
Yes, Andrew Clarington.
I'll definitely marry you!
[Josh] Okay, I did not see that coming.
[Kiki] A wedding!
[Angie] Let's celebrate!
Okay, you just happen to have these at the ready?
Well, I may have had a little heads up.
And there may have been a little trip to a jewelry store.
Bravo you!
-Thank you, Angie. -Thank you, Angie.
[happy reactions and clapping]
Cheers! Cheers!
[Andrew] Cheers!
[glasses clink together]
[Ella] That was quite the Sunday Supper.
Are they always like that?
Ah, not quite.
It's not every Sunday we have marriage proposals.
I'm so happy for them.
Come here.
Let's get back to you and me.
Okay, in this moment,
I have something very important I need to ask you.
Ella...
[Kiki] Shari, Shari, Shari, Shari Shari!
[Shari] Ahhh!
Ella...
Will you...
[both] Ahhh!
Be my plus one to Jenna and Andrew's wedding?
[giggles]
[relieved chuckles]
Definitely. Sounds like fun.
[Shari shouts] Josh, you scared me.
How am I supposed to find two wedding outfits?
[Josh chuckles]
We got you guys.
It was her idea.
Ah, two peas in a pod over there.
How did they find each other?
[Shari laughs]
[Josh and Ella giggle]
But seriously,
I think we can take our time to our happily ever after.
Sounds perfect to me.
Fasten your seat belts.
I love you, Josh.
I love you too.
Movie ending kiss?
You bet.