This week we look at how Abbott Elementary reflects popular opinions on the public education system, and how it portrays the experience of teaching as a profession. We also dip into the hot-button issue of charter schools, looking at a more nuanced discussion of this debate than we see presented on the show.

Further Reading:

Social media creators Honest Teacher Vibes, Mrs. Call's Campers, and Teacher Tales of Miss Smith give firsthand accounts of teaching in public schools

Real Seattle area teachers give their thoughts on Abbott Elementary

The New Yorker article on Abbott's charter school storyline

Last Week Tonight episode on charter schools

Documentary The Lottery

Podcast episode by Dr. Nadia Lopez on the charter school debate