Abbott Elementary S01e09 720p Exclusive -

GREGORY (small smile) Yes.

Gregory enters. He doesn’t say anything at first. Just leans against the counter.

Janine’s face. She mouths “good job” to Zion. He nods once. abbott elementary s01e09 720p

BARBARA My grandmother used to say, “The floor talks back if you listen.” You don’t miss the beat, child. You’re waiting for the right one.

Janine jogs to the front. She claps a 4/4 count. It’s… fine. The kids stomp. It’s… chaotic. One kid, ZION (10, quiet, wears a NASA hoodie), misses every cue. He’s not trying to be bad. He just looks like he’d rather be literally anywhere else. GREGORY (small smile) Yes

GREGORY (flat) You’re going to miss the warm-up.

The team is better. Not great. But better. Janine stands in front. Gregory is now “volunteering” (he signed up after Janine mentioned she needed help). He stands in the back, arms crossed, counting under his breath. Just leans against the counter

Practice is worse. Zion stands still. The other kids are losing focus. Ava is now selling “Step Team Manager” badges for $5.