To Her, With Love (2022)

[bunniefuu]

[R&B music playing]

Good morning, Gwyneth.

Morning, Ms. Scott.

-Perfect.
-Thank you.

Atticus, how did you do

on the math test?

Aced it, per usual.

That’s what I’m talking about!

Thanks, Ms. Scott.

You’re very welcome.

[gasps]

Whoa!

♪ I got the feelin’ ♪

♪ And now I’m believin’ ♪

♪ In miracles ♪

[jazz horn blowing]

[sighs]

♪ Ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh-ooh... ♪

[woman]
Ms. Scott, please report
to the principal’s office.

Ms. Scott, please report
to the principal.

[knocks] Principal Meadows?
Hi. You wanted to see me?

Yes, yes, please have a seat.

Oooh! I think this
is the first time

I’ve ever been called
to the principal’s office.

And it’s really funny
because as a teacher,

it’s my first,
but as a student,
I’ve never been in here.

Speaking of students, um,
I just want to share

how much I absolutely
love the kids,

and I have huge plans for--

Yeah, Ms. Scott.

Oh, sorry, you’re right.

I get a double espresso in me
and I could just go

a hundred miles an hour,
just la-da-la-da-da-da.

"Miss Chatty to
the principal’s office, please."

So, um, what did you
call me here for?

Well, um, Ms. Hartman,

the long-time arts instructor
you’ve been subbing for,

well, she’s returning
from sick leave.

Oh!

Oh... that is great news.

She and I can, um... tag team.

The two of us, together,
teaching the students,

to the end
of the fourth quarter.

I’m sorry, Ms. Scott,
as much as we would love
to have both of you,

she’s been with us
for over 20 years.

Right.

Yeah, no, I get it.

Might you have anything else
available fulltime?

Well, I’m afraid we don’t have
any openings as of right now,

but I will keep you
in mind for the future.

And I have total confidence

that things
will work out for you.

Confidence.

Right.

I was just hoping--

[energetic music playing]

[woman] Mr. Griffin,
please report
to the principal’s office.

[girl] Ooh, Mr. Griffin,
you’re in trouble!

You got sent
to the principal’s office?

[boy] If you need any help,
I got your back, Mr. G.

The two of you need
to hustle to class.
You can’t afford to be late.

But, Mr. G, how can we
be late to
your
class?

Class now!

[students sigh]

Great day.
Heard you were looking for me.

So look, a district rep
is supposed to be stopping by

sometime in the next week
or so.

She says we need to talk.

So, please, just make sure
our students

are on their best behavior

if you see a well-dressed,
corporate-looking woman

roaming our hallways
in the near future.

Consider it done.

Look at me, I got you.

You don’t have a thing
to worry about, okay?

Okay.

[relaxing R&B music playing]

Ha ha ha!
Hey there, baby girl.

Gimme a hug.

Mmm! Get that for ya.

-Thanks.
-How was your trip?

-It wasn’t bad.
-Hey, gonna get that.

-There you go.
-[Kayla] Thank you.

Oh, there’s our girl!

Hey, Mama.

Mwah!

[gasps]

Oh, h*!

How you hangin’, there?

I’m fine.

Oh... I will be fine.

I just needed to get out
of the city for a few days

so I can clear my mind.

Oh, baby, we know how much
that job meant to you.

-Mm-hmm.
-I’m sorry.

Yeah. Yeah,
now, we got your back.

You can stay as long
as you need.

-Thank you.
-Mm-hmm.

-Love you.
-Okay.

I’m just gonna...

Oh, Kayla,
Service Saturday is tomorrow.

Are you up for joining?

-Uh...
-You know the best way to get
your mind off yourself

is to provide support to others.

-Okay.
-So why don’t you go with her?

You know what, it sounds
like a good idea, Pops.

I’ll join ya.
I’m just gonna go to my room.

Uh... Oh, you mean the playroom,
for our grandbabies.

[Kayla] Okay.

But wait, don’t ya need
grandbabies to make that happen?

[laughs] I’m just sayin’.

[Kayla] Subtle, Dad.

♪ I’ve done hit the road ♪

♪ Searchin’ high and low ♪

♪ Never can tell ♪

♪ You never really know... ♪

Oh, these were
so fun growing up.

I can’t believe you still
show up every weekend.

Well, showing up is what we do.

Plus, there are some folks
in this town

that can’t go a week
without your mama’s goodies.

-I know that’s right.
-You know, my heart
and my desserts

will always be here
to support this community.

[sighs] This school
has not changed a bit.

Oh, I cannot believe
that Mr. H retired.

I loved his class.

Made me want to be a teacher.

Well, this school
and the students

could really use
more teachers like Mr. H.

Okay, how about we just
get started, huh?

Great job, ladies.

Enjoying the scenery?

What, the setting up?

Yeah. Seems like folks are
gonna be arriving soon.

So...

But we’ve got some time.

So, why don’t you, uh,
have a look around?

I am fine right here, Ma,
but thank you.

And I can’t promise I’m not
gonna eat all of this
while you’re gone.

[soft R&B music playing]

[father humming]

-Thank you.
-There you go, ladies.

You know, I’ve been hearing
a lot of good things about
those dating apps nowadays.

Ooh, I don’t know, Dad.

Mom might not like it if you got
on an old people meet.

-Huh?
-But if you happen to see
any job openings

while you’re online,
please let me know.

I hear they’re looking
for teachers at Stansville.

They may even have an opening
in the arts program.

Got nothing against Stansville,
but, uh...

I had my heart set on getting
approved for my grant in London.

Moving back home is
definitely not the direction
I’d like to go in.

Plus, this semester’s
nearly over, so...

Well, you need a job
for your grant, right?

-Right.
-You got to crawl
before you walk, baby girl.

Yeah, I’ll consider it.

[playful music playing]

-What was that?
-What was what?

-Huh?
-That side eye the two of you
like to give each other

when you’re up to something.

What did you do?

Okay, I may have talked
to the principal at Stansville
about your situation.

Mom.

You have an interview
Monday morning.

What... what?

-Back at my old high school?
-Well, you said you were
considering it.

Yeah, well, that was before
I found out you already
got me a job interview.

Well, who cares what order
it happened in? It happened.

You have a job interview.

-Yay!
-Oh!

Now, you can thank me later.

[Kayla sighs]

[school bell rings]

No running in the hall, please.

[man] We’re gonna
discuss this later.

-Excuse you.
-I am so sorry.

You know, we expect so much more
out of our students.

Did you just arrive?

I did, but, uh, also,
I, um...

-I think I’m gonna leave.
-Oh, you can’t leave yet.

You haven’t even stepped foot
into our classrooms
to observe us.

-I’ve seen enough.
-Wow, that’s so obstinate.

-Excuse you?
-I mean, I can tell already

that you’re making
assumptions about us

without even being here,
for what, five seconds?

With all due respect,
of course, ma’am.

Well, with all due respect,
I don’t know you.

And I have no idea
what you are talking about,

so forgive me
if I find it ironic

that you’re making assumptions
about me making assumptions
about you.

But isn’t it you making
assumptions about me making
assumptions about you right now?

Thank you.

No, thank you for reinforcing

that I was about to make
a big mistake.

Huge. I’ll show myself out.

Hi! Are you Kayla?

We’ll do the interview
in the lounge.

You know what,
actually I was...

Interview?

You know, I actually went
to high school here.

Straight-A student,
launched a newspaper club.

Head of the Yearbook Committee.

Your mom talked
my ear off about you.

Yeah, she’s a blessing
and a curse.

And I looked over your résumé.

Your experience is impressive.

And it heartens me
that an alum has gone on

to do such great things.

And as long as you meet
the state core curriculum
standards,

you’d have free rein
to make it your own.

Think of it as
a creative position.

And how often do you get
full creative control?

Not very often.

Great. Can you start tomorrow?

Oh, uh...

[scoffs]

I need some time
to think things over.

-Of course.
-Yeah.

We’re looking to fill
the position ASAP.

How’s three seconds?
Go with your gut here.

The offer expires in 3...

Wait, wait, wait.

2...

I just, if you...

I’ll take it!

Welcome aboard.

I just have a few questions
about resources.

Resources?
Oh, we’ve got resources.

I will provide you with
all the assistance you need.

Wow!

Well, then...

I’m sold.

Especially on that
assistant part you mentioned.

-[both] Mm-hmm.
-Oh, one more thing.

Um, we’re a little analog
and old school around here.

No pun intended.

So your start paperwork,
it may feel a little bit like...

homework.

[Nancy laughs]

[Kayla laughs]

-Tanya Weldon?
-Kayla Scott?

Like, when’s the last time
we’ve seen each other?

Oh, it’s been since high school.

Maybe this very classroom,
actually.

Fourth period science,
Mr. Riley.

Breeziest class of all time.

Oh, for you.
I escaped with a C-minus.

He had it out for me after I
refused to dissect that frog
on ethical grounds.

Well, we all know frog legs
are meant to be battered
and deep-fried, not dissected.

So, what are you doing here?

I just got hired.

I’m actually running
the arts program.

-Really?
-Yeah.

Well, I mean,
for now, at least.

I’m also waiting to get approved
on a teaching grant in London.

I see.

Wow, look at us.

From high-school besties
to now coworkers.

Yeah.

You’ve always been
so good at decorating.

Why don’t you decorate a bit
in this classroom?

It will give the kids
a better vibe.

Oh, I think my vibe
works just fine.

I’m focused on teaching,
not decorating.

Right.

Yeah, no, of course.

You do you.

Well, it was great to see you,

um, but I’ve got
a lot of work to do.

Then I will let you
get back to it.

I’ll, uh, see you tomorrow.

[sighs]

[sighs]

Good morning.

Okay, then.

[exhales sharply]

[school bell rings]

Good morning, students.

I am Ms. Scott,
your new art teacher.

And I have a feeling
that we are going to have

a lot of fun together
this fourth quarter,
am I right?

[clears throat]

Okay.

When I call your name, if you
could please raise your hand

and tell me what type of art
you’re interested in.

Uh, Eddie.

Um, I kind of like painting,
I guess.

Nice, good to know.
Thank you, Eddie.

Emma?

I mostly like watching movies.

-[kids laughing]
-Hey, wait a minute.

Movies count as a form of art.

Anything else?

Uh, I used to play the flute,
but not anymore, though.

Okay, well, maybe we can
revisit that later.

I actually used to play myself.

And Stacy.

Oh, here. I like to dance.

Okay, well, maybe you could
show me some of your moves.

[laughs]

And Leon.

Leon. No?

Sorry I’m late.

It won’t happen again.

-Till tomorrow.
-[students laugh]

Okay, class, settle down.

Leon, what kind of art
do you like?

I don’t know.

Well, then I have
good news for you.

Because I have created
a questionnaire.

[students sigh]

We got a test on your first day?

No, no, not a test.

More of an artistic
personality assessment.

This way we can zero in
on your interests,

skills and abilities.

Now, while you’re
filling out the form,

I want you to really
take time and think about...

Who threw that?

-[Kayla] Okay, Eddie.
-[paper crinkling]

Think this is a joke?
What’s wrong with you, bro?

-I was minding my own business.
-[Kayla] You guys, listen up!

-Leave me alone.
-Class, simmer down.

[students laughing, shouting]

Class! Okay, calm down.

-[students shouting]
-Listen up!

Calm down!

-Hey, hey!
-Wait!

-Class!
-[shouting] Hey, hello!

What did I teach you guys
about respect?

Leon?

Treat others
how you want to be treated.

That’s right.

So keep the noise down and put
your eyes on your teacher.

Ms...

Scott.

Scott.

Apologize to Ms. Scott.

[students] Sorry, Ms. Scott.

Thank you.

I appreciate your help, Mr...

Griffin. Jordan Griffin.

[softly]
Griffin. I got this.

I’m sure you do.
Just looks like
you needed a little help.

Well, if I did,
I would ask for it.

[Jordan] Well, don’t be ashamed.
We all need a little help
sometimes.

Definitely not ashamed,
just didn’t need

an outside intervention,
you know what I mean?

I know quite a lot
about classroom management.

-Hmm.
-[Nancy] Wow!

It hasn’t been this quiet
in here in years.

You must be
doing something right.

Oh, good, I see you’re
getting acquainted
with your new partner.

Have fun running the arts
program together, you two.

[giggles]

Hmm.

[chuckles]

Hey there, partner.

Part-- Part-- No.

Um, Nancy said
that you’re my assistant.

Assistant? I don’t think so.
What were her exact words?

She clearly said that she was
going to provide me
with assistance.

Assistance or assistant?

You know what?

How about we look at it
like you’re my guide?

Not that I need one.

You know, I’m really sorry
about earlier.

Sorry about what?
Assuming I was someone else

or sorry about interrupting
my class?

A little of both. I wasn’t
trying to step on your toes.

I was just trying to help.

I know.

It’s just, um...

I feel like Principal Nancy
may have embellished
just a little bit

when she said that this school
was full of resources.

I think she just meant you.

Well, if she was talking
about me, she was underselling.

I’ve been a substitute teacher
in every department
in this school

since we’ve been
cycling through teachers.

Oh. So you’re like
a Jack of all trades.

Master of one. History.

You know, I’m kind of
the academic type.

Well, I’m kind of
the creative type.

And I look forward to putting
my own touch on this program.

[chuckles] You know,
that’s really funny.

’Cause the past few art teachers
said something very similar
to that,

and none of them lasted
past a few months.

[clears throat]

I don’t mean to overstep,

but I’m overprotective
of this school.

How about this?

I’d rather you underpromise
and overdeliver,

rather than let them down.

I love your passion,
I really do.

But just trust me.

I got this.

I have home court advantage.

-Oh.
-I was a student here,
did you know that?

No, I didn’t.
You know, it’s been some time
since you’ve been here.

-You’re gonna need my help.
-Is that right?

Yeah. Yeah, I got a special
connection with this group.

And you and I know as teachers,
having that kind of rapport

makes our job easier.

Now, I’ll put
some special notes in here.

-Yes, okay.
-In the files.

Their strengths,
their weak spots,

their interests, backgrounds.

How about this?

We play nice,
we work well together,

and we give these children
the kind of education
they deserve.

And no more assumptions?

The only last assumption
I’m going to make

is that you and I
are going to make a great team.

Deal.

[playful R&B music playing]

So, how was your first week?

It’s like we barely even
see you

since you took the job.

It’s like you’re
still living in Charlotte.

Ha ha, Mom. I know, I’m sorry.

These kids
require a lot of work.

More than my other group.

So I have decided
to make a vision board.

Now I can see each student’s
individual needs.

Mr. H did something
like it in his class.

Helps students to not feel like
they’re just a number.

Well... you learned
all that about them
in the last few days?

Mm-hmm. I mean, with...

some help from another teacher,
who is partnered with me.

Well, that sounds nice.

Yeah.

Well, remember,
you’re a team, okay?

Make sure there are
equal parts give and take.

Yes, Mom.

So, how does it feel
to be back home?

It’s a lot.

You know, on one hand,
there’s the nostalgia
and the fond memories,

but then on the other hand,

Maple Ridge did not have
the kind of classes

where you needed to read
all of this background material.

I mean, it’s...

it’s a lot of work, Mama.

I just can’t seem to get
this grant out of my mind.

Just try keeping your head
in the same place as your feet.

One thing at a time.

And your current thing
is your students.

They need you present.

Thank you.

Don’t work too hard.

Okay.

Not like I have a choice.

[contemplative music playing]

Huh.

[Jordan] We do got
a new teacher.

She seems pretty cool,

but you know that’s how
they start out at first.

I just don’t want these kids
to get attached

and then feel abandoned
if she leaves.

You see yourself in them,
don’t you?

You know what it’s like.

And I know firsthand how they’d
feel if they get disappointed.

She’s there now, isn’t she?
I mean, from the sound of it,

you act like you wanna do
this whole thing on your own.

One teacher can’t be
everything to every kid.

And one good team beats
one good teacher every time.

Why don’t you give her a chance?

We’ll see.

[relaxing R&B playing]

Good morning.

Um...

Hey, hope you guys had
a good weekend.

I thought that I would give
our classroom a little refresh,

so, find a station
that best interests you.

In here we create.

Now, you will learn that life
is by your design.

Whatever you dream,
whatever you want to do,

you now have the tools

to refine and explore

your own gifts and your talents.

Where did
all this come from?

That’s a great question.

Some of it,
like my flute over here,

came from when I was a kid,

discovering my own gifts.

Some are from my last school
and some I found in storage.

Now, we are going to study
a new art discipline every week.

As well as guest speakers
and field trips,

starting next week with a trip
to the Maroney Theater.

Leon, is there
a station that you like?

Not yet.

Just pick one and sit down.

You guys forget so easy.

Do you remember Mrs. Rosen,
Mr. Matthews?

Where are they now? Hmm?

Not here.

Why? Why should we get
excited about any of this

when you’re just gonna leave?

I can already tell
that you’re an artist.

Huh?

You’re expressing yourself.

There are seeds of poetry
in what you just said.

You feel betrayed
by these teachers.

Let down.

It hurts, right?

Yeah.

-And?
-And...

art doesn’t always come
from a happy place, right?

Love songs are about heartbreak,
poetry, longing.

Every film you’ve ever seen
features a character

who is suffering with something
deep and profound.

This is where some of
the greatest art comes from.

And if you could channel
all of that into your craft,

you could be the next Angelou.

I mean, you could grow up
to be the next Picasso.

Sorry, um, Picasso is
a Spanish artist--

I know who Picasso is.

Oh, right.

I just find cubism
to be overrated.

[class laughs softly]

All right, then how about, um...

the next... what’s his name?

Chance the Rapper?

Or Common?
Their artistic creations

provides them an opportunity
to express themselves

and to give back
to the community.

You all had a rough go at it,

and there is no reason
for you to expect

anything different from me.

Are you willing to have faith
and give me a chance?

Maybe.

I’ll take "maybe."

[Kayla] Now, let’s get started.

Oh! Hi. Uh, sorry.
I was just having a walk.

Just walking around, you know,
getting my steps in.

I have a hall pass, promise.

Is everything okay?

Principal Nancy got an email
from the district.

The school board is meeting soon
to discuss cutting
the arts program.

You know, they claim that they
don’t have enough resources
to support it.

What?

Okay, class,
time to start winding down.

Let’s clean up our stations.

-Hey, Ms. Weldon?
-Hey, Eddie.

I’m... I’m still having
trouble with the vocab, um...

Okay, well, just like
we practiced, okay?

You can do it, sound it out.

"Di... dac... tic."

Yes, that’s right, great job.

I know you’re frustrated,
but us working together

is really starting to pay off.

You are going
to ace that vocabulary test.

I’m not giving up on you.

So don’t you give up
on me, okay?

Okay.

Bye, Ms. Weldon.

Bye.

Is creeping up on people
like your thing or something?

No, I just didn’t want
to interrupt.

Do you always tutor Eddie
after class?

Um...

Yeah, you know, it’s been tough
with his dyslexia,

but giving him some
of my free time is the least
that I can do.

I wanted to show you something.

-Did Eddie make this?
-Yes.

I mean, these kids
are really, really talented.

Which gave me a great idea.

I want to throw a showcase
at the end of the semester.

What do you think
about the proceeds

from an upcoming
Service Saturday going
to the arts program?

-I think you may be
onto something.
-Yes!

Uh, this weekend is dedicated
to the cheer squad,

but next weekend can be
to help fund your showcase.

Thank you!
This will help us get new items
that we desperately need.

[sighs]

[energetic music playing]

[students clamoring, laughing]

Maroney Theater, here we come!

[cheering]

[scatting "I Love Your Smile"]

[singing high notes]

[gasps] Is that...

What do you Gen-Z’s know
about ’90s R&B?

Yeah, that’s our generation.

Man, everybody knows Shanice.

Music transcends time.

-Wait, do you know her?
-Sure do.

She was my mentor
in Performing Arts Camp

several years ago
when we were growing up.

♪ Sitting in my class ♪

♪ Just drifting away ♪

♪ Staring into the windows ♪

♪ Of the world ♪

-Yeah!
-Whoo!

All right!

Wait a minute,
is that who I think it is?

Girl, get down here.

[laughing]

Look at you all grown up.

[laughing]

-Oh, my...
-Good to see you!

Oh, it’s so good to see you!

It’s been a hot minute.

I know.

Dude, she can help us out.

[Shanice]
...we need to connect

after all these years
being on the road.

-Yes! And look at us now.
-Yes!

Back at the Maroney Theater
together where it all began.

-Yep, this is a special place.
-Mm-hmm.

Oh, uh, speaking of special,

this is Mr. Jordan Griffin.

-It is a pleasure.
-Hey.

[Kayla] And these are
my students.

[Shanice] Hello!

You know, all the time
Kayla and I spent here

taught me the importance
of hard work and dedication.

And without that, I don’t think
I’d be where I am today.

Is it enough
to just be talented?

Boy, everybody’s talented.

But not everyone
puts in the work.

-I know that’s right.
-[laughs]

[Shanice] Look, I don’t care
about your circumstances,

like, you can do anything
you put your mind to.

Singing helps me find
my place in the world,

but it’s not just about singing.

You know, there’s dancing
and painting...

Or spoken word.

Yeah, even spoken word.

I want to be
where you are one day.

[Shanice] And you can be.

The key is, you just have
to work hard

and listen to your teacher.

That’s right.

[laughter]

Now, it was so nice
meeting you future artists,

but I have to get back
to my rehearsal.

-Oh!
-You don’t have to rehearse.

Your voice is fire.

Look, if you don’t rehearse,
you’ll never be great,

and if you don’t keep
rehearsing,
you’ll never stay great.

[Eddie] We’re having a showcase
to save our art class.

Would you be able to come?

Hold on now, Eddie,
we don’t even have
a location for that yet.

-I don’t see why you can’t
have your showcase here.
-Wait, really?

Yeah, I can pull some strings.

-What?
-Yeah.

Yes! Thank you!

[Jordan] I stand corrected.

We have a showcase
to prepare for.

[cheering]

Shanice, can we please take
a picture before we go?

Let’s do it,
no problem, come on.

[Jordan] Let’s do it, now.

Come on, come on,
come on down.

Come on down.

"Art is life" on three.

1, 2...

3!

[all] Art is life!

-[camera shutter clicks]
-[upbeat music playing]

Who can tell me about hope

in Claude McKay’s
"If We Must Die"?

Amy?

Stacy.

Um, it’s about sticking together

no matter how hard things are?

Very good, and what was
the structure of this poem?

Leon.

Okay.

The work created by poets,

it can make us feel deeply.

Why?

Because they know and love
the English language.

Regardless if they’re writing
a sonnet or a bar.

Speaking of bars,

how about we talk about
an artist

who you might be a little bit
more familiar with?

Didn’t think I was cool, huh?

[soft laughter]

Oh, since we’re on the subject
of spoken word, Emma!

Is there something you would
like to share out loud
with the class?

Oh, come on, don’t be shy.

Share.

Let’s give her
a little encouragement.

[students chanting "Emma!"]

[chanting stops]

"I have a question.

"I’m nervous, not calm.

The idea to ask you
came from my mom."

-Whoo!
-[laughter]

[school bell rings]

That’s class.

[Leon] You didn’t
spoil it, did you?

You said to tell her
to meet you here at lunch,

and that’s
exactly what I told her.

What’s this about?

I’m gonna ask Emma to prom.

But I’m not comfortable
doing this type of thing
in front of people.

So...

I’m gonna do it my own way.

Hey!

-Oh, okay!
-Yeah.

Well, thank you for
my prom prep lunch invite.

-What’s going on?
-The reason why I brought you
down here is because

I wanted to get
your professional opinion
about something.

Okay. [pops lips]
What can I do for you?

Well, you know how much
I love this school, right?

-Mm-hmm.
-And I really, really want
to give these students

a special prom.

You really care about these kids
like they’re your own.

Yeah. You know, I come from
a long line of teachers

and, you know, this is not
just a job for me.

It’s a calling.

Yeah, I mean, teachers can...
they can change a life.

I had this one very dedicated,
amazing teacher

who always inspired me
to fight for my dreams

and to keep climbing
to bigger, better things.

I mean, do you ever think
you might be,

like, overlooking something
that could be
right in front of you,

something special
because we’re always
constantly looking forward?

Um, I mean, I don’t see
anything wrong

with always wanting
to strive for more.

Not like that.

I’m just saying that,
that thing,

you know,
that we’re looking for

could sometimes be
right in front of you.

The students.

I mean, sticking with them

through thick and thin
is fulfilling.

-Yeah.
-Like Mark Thackeray.

Pfft. Definitely like Mark.

Yeah.

Mark who?

-Mark Thackeray.
-Thackeray.

Sidney Poitier,
To Sir with Love.

-He played the teacher.
-He sure did.

Oh, wait, hold up,
you never saw that movie.

Okay, first of all,
that is a film from
our grandparents’ generation.

I’ll get around to seeing it.

Yeah, well, maybe we could
do it sooner than later.

In class, that is.

You know, movie Fridays.

Movie Fridays.

Yes.

Okay, so...

Prom theme,
what are you thinking?

Oh, so...

I was thinking...

let’s take ’em
to the islands, eh?

All right, mon.

...in a crowd.

My mind is made up.

Insecurity won’t stand
between you and...

me.

[exhales sharply]

Emma.

Even in a crowd,

your face
is the only face I see.

This day is a new chance.

Say the word
and we’ll have this dance,

prom queen,

whose beauty
is already your crown.

Will you be joined by a king?

[students giggle]

Wh... Wh...

-What do you think?
-Uh, um...

I’ll think about it.

[laughing]

Ooh, and...

big blue balloons to represent
the ocean waves, right?

-Yes!
-[gasps]

And most importantly...

[island music playing]

Music.

-Yeah. Art is about vision.
-Yes.

So envision it with me, eh?

White sands, sipping coconuts.

Yes!

The palm trees.

-[laughing]
-The island breeze.

Okay. I see you have some moves.

I’m probably a little rusty.

I think you are so fine.

Um, I mean, um...

I think that you are
doing just fine.

You know what I mean.

[Leon] What did you say to me?
Back up, this ain’t a joke!

What did you say to me?

Hey, hey, hey, break it up!

-What’s going on?
-I wasn’t going to hit him.

I was just doing my performance,
about to ask Emma to prom,

until they came in
and ruined it,

and then this fool
started clownin’ me.

Hey, calm down, you hear me?

Now, what have I taught you guys
about having respect?

Hmm? Haven’t I
taught all of you

about keeping your control
over your mind and your actions?

Breathe.

Breathe.

Let’s go.

Let’s go
to the principal’s office.

Let’s go.

Come here. Jay.

Okay, come on, off to class.

Let’s go, show’s over.

[peaceful music playing]

Oh... Jordan.

-Hey.
-How’s Leon?

Oh, he’s fine.

You know, with these students,
it could have been a lot worse.

I’m just glad things
didn’t get out of hand.

Yeah, me too.
Seems like the field trip
definitely inspired him.

That kid showed confidence.

-Yeah.
-Thank you again
for supporting me.

Oh, of course, we’re a team.

Yeah, ’cause, you know,

-I’m the coach
and you’re the assistant.
-Right, right, right.

Okay, Coach, I’m gonna head
over to Principal Nancy’s
office.

She wants me to talk
to the rest of the students
about the incident.

-Okay.
-I will see you later.

Yes, you will.

[contemplative music playing]

[flute playing]

[plays wrong note]

Oh. I didn’t know
anyone was in here.

That’s okay.
Please, keep playing.

I don’t wanna look silly.

[scoffs] You don’t look silly.

Here.

[blowing breathy notes]

[Emma laughs]

It’s been a while for me too.

When did you get your flute?

It was my mom’s.

I decided to try it again
after what you said,

but...

I’m not very good.

I just...

I wanted to be good like her.

Do you remember
what Shanice said?

It’s not gonna happen
overnight.

Don’t give up.

Don’t get discouraged if you
get a little squeaky

here and there.

I know it is not easy.

But you are so brave

for even trying.

You’re doing wonderfully.

She was teaching me Swan Lake
before she got sick.

Okay.

But we never finished this part.

All right.

Then how about...

we pick up
where you both left off?

Yeah?

Okay. [clears throat]

[playing "Swan Theme"]

Hi, this is Kayla Scott.

Yeah, I saw I missed
a call from the school.

Perhaps from Principal Meadows
in regards
to an opportunity to--

uh, wish you
a happy birthday.

Okay, love you, Dad.
All right, bye.

[father chuckles]

Okay, now I’m going to
have to explain that later.

Oh, that’s going to take
some explaining now.

No! I thought you were
someone else.

What are you doing here?

I’m just dropping off
some presents.

The church had a supply drive
for you and the kids,

and let’s see,
I have a music book,

I have, uh, paints and brushes,

and, uh... anything you need.

Wait a minute,
they did this for us?

Mm-hmm. You know the village
always comes through.

-I know that’s right.
-Right on.

-[laughs]
-Well, I can’t wait to tell
Jordan and the kids.

Jordan? Is that the guy
your mother told me about
from the Service Saturday?

Dad, it is not like that.

Uh-huh. Uh, listen.

Now, I don’t want you
to rush into anything

because of me
and my grandbabies.

Just take your time.

I just want you to be as happy
as your mother and I.

Thanks, Dad.

Oh! Speaking of kids,
my class is about to begin.

-Oh.
-I love you.

-You want me this way.
-Exactly.

Love you. [laughs]

Hey, I don’t mean to barge in,

but I’m looking for Leon.

He wasn’t in my class
this morning.

Have you seen him?

And, uh, looks like he’s
not in here either.

Ooh. You don’t think he’s
still upset about that note?

I’m not sure,
but I’m gonna go check on it.

Can you do me a favor
and go in my classroom,

make sure that my students are
working on their assignments,
please?

-Yeah.
-Thank you.
-You’re welcome.

[peaceful music playing]

Leon, did you forget
about school today?

No, Mr. Griffin.

What’s going on? Hmm?

Hey.

Go. Go finish playing, okay?

Where is your mom?

She can’t miss her shift.

And daycare won’t take Kianna
because she has a cold.

So you have to take care
of your sister

every time your mom
doesn’t have child care?

Hey, hey.

It’s okay.

My mom is doing
everything she can,

and I didn’t want you
or anyone else

to think any different.

You know, you stepping up
and taking care of your sister,

helping out your mom,
I can get behind that.

But I need you to know that
this is not your responsibility.

You think your mom
might be open

to allowing someone else
to take care of your sister?

No, no, no. You know, somebody
that could be there for her
any time she needs her,

somebody that has a history
of teaching children
his whole life.

No, I... You’ve got
too much on your plate.

I don’t wanna be a burden.

Not me. It’s Mr. H.

Now, Mr. H, everybody
knows him in this town.

Come to think about it,
I think he even taught your mom.

What do you say, huh?

Really?

Give her a call?

[Leon crying]

Hey, come on.

Come on.

[Kayla] Yeah, um, listen.

I was wondering
if we could clear the air.

I’m not exactly sure
what you mean.

Well, I, um...

I feel like there’s been
a little bit

of a distance between us.

Did I do something wrong?

I don’t know, Kayla.

I guess it just didn’t
sit well with me

that moments after accepting
your job offer here,

you were already talking
about what’s next for you.

Like this school and these kids
are just another stepping stone
for your grants.

Tanya, I hope you know that
I did not mean it that way.

Whether you did or you didn’t,
it felt like you wanted
to be anywhere but here.

Stansville is my home,
my community.

Maybe you need
something different,

but everything I need is here.

No, I wish I had that.

Kayla, you do.

You have roots.

A home, people...

traditions.

And friends.

You know what, you’re right.

I’ve just been so caught up
in this vision
that I’ve had for my life

that... I guess I took what I
already have here for granted.

You know, maybe that’s
not all there is.

Maybe...

maybe I want something new.

Wow! I think
that’s the first time
I’ve ever said that out loud.

[Tanya laughs]

It feels...

Oh, liberating?

Uh, and, uh, very uncomfortable.

[Tanya laughs]

I am so sorry.

Thank you for this.

I’m sorry too.

I should have spoken up
about what was wrong with me.

How about you speak
into a balloon?

You know, but it goes so well
with your outfit.

I think it’s yours, yeah.

You can do it.

Hah! Still got it.

-[laughing]
-Still got it.

[laughing]

It looks like the two of you
are besties again, huh?

-Hmm.
-Okay.

[Tanya] Who is that?

I think that’s the district rep

here to talk to Principal Nancy
about the program.

She did not look happy.

No, she does not.

[Nancy] Thank you for coming by.

I’m available to answer
all of your questions.

Can I offer you
some delicious sweets?

I don’t mean to be the bad guy,
you know that,

but seeing as how Stansville
High’s test scores are...

-[Nancy] They’re improving.
-[woman] Not fast enough.

I don’t know if the other
board members and I

can justify more money
for extracurriculars

when academics
should be first priority.

Kayla!

Jordan.

In my office now.

[both] Yes, Principal Nancy.

Kayla Scott.
Jordan Griffin.

Maybe it’s best if they tell you
about their progress,
personally.

I can say firsthand that,
the students around here,

they have been making
a lot of headway.

And we have a personal
connection with these kids.

And we are tuned in
to their needs.

And they need more funding,
not less.

Exactly. They could have
more funding for academics

if we cut the arts.

The board will be making
the cuts official in two weeks.

Wait, wait.

So that... that’s it?

Because I can give you evidence
of measurable progress.

You know, I have, uh,
numbers and statistics

that will show you
the arts program...

it actually improves
the students’ academics.

Look, if you can provide data
to back up your claims,

I’ll call a special
committee meeting next week

and we’ll hear you out.

Have a nice weekend.

I’ll show you out.

Thank you.

-[sighs]
-How do you have
that information?

I don’t.

Uh, not yet, at least,

but gimme some time and
I will put something together.

I just... I don’t even
know where to begin.

Maybe that’s the problem.
I don’t, we do.

You free for dinner tonight?

[peaceful music playing]

Jordan?

Uh, excuse me?

Is that you?

-It couldn’t be!
-[Kayla laughs]

-Kayla Scott!
-Mr. H!

-What?
-Let me get that.

Thank you.

-Oh, my.
-What a surprise.

[Mr. H laughs]

Wait, what are you doing here?

Wait, how do the two of you
know each other?

How do the two
of
you
know each other?

[chuckles] Kayla,
Jordan is my nephew.

Jordan, Kayla’s
one of my favorite students.

Well, there goes
my grand introduction.

Jordan was telling me all about
this new teacher at school.

I can’t believe he was talking
about you this whole time.

And the way he talks about you,
you’d think he might have
a little crush--

You wanna say grace, Unc?

[Mr. H, chuckling] Okay.

How about I say it
so I can pray

that you don’t
further embarrass me?

Thank you, God, for this food
that you’ve provided.

And we ask for you
to pray over us

as we spend our time together.

-Amen.
-Amen!

-That was very nice, Jordan.
-Jordan did well.

Have an attitude of gratitude.
Especially for good food.

You know, I need to put
some of your quotes

on posters in my classroom.

You’re back at Stansville,
full circle.

-Yes.
-I hear it’s not all

sunshine and roses there
these days.

That is an understatement.

I don’t even know if my job
is going to exist next year.

I do not like not having control
over what happens with me next,
you know?

[Mr. H] Well...

you may not have much control
over what happens next,

but you can control how much
love you give your students

while you have them.

That will stick with them
their whole life.

More than... what,

lessons, projects
or programs themselves.

It’s all about love...

and community.

[humming]

Hey, Mama.

Your sous-chef has arrived.

Hey, baby, you ready
to do this?

-I was born ready.
-That’s my girl.

There’s a rolling pin
with your name on it.

Ahh! All right.

So...

how’s the showcase planning
coming along?

We might not have
an art showcase to support soon.

Next week there’s a meeting
where I have to convince

an entire board
not to cut the funding.

I hope all of this
makes a difference.

Oh, my girl,
of course it makes a difference.

And you have already
made such a difference.

I talked to Eddie’s grandmother
and she says

she hasn’t ever seen him
so excited about something.

I’ve seen the same thing
in such a short time.

You know, my focus
is to make sure

that these kids
get the opportunity

to find the artist within

and not have that chance
ripped from under them

because of funding.

While I’m here, Mom,

I owe it to those kids
to give them all of my...

everything.

No one can say you’re not
giving it your all.

Now, what I do know

is that everything happens
for a reason.

And if anyone can save
this art program, it’s you.

[laughs] Now, come on.

These last pies
won’t bake themselves.

Okay.

-Hey.
-Hey.

What’s up?

Well, I promised
the board members
their statistics next week,

so I’m gonna deliver.

Mm-hmm.

Well, I would offer you
a helping hand,

but I don’t think you need
an assistant.

Got something for you.

It’ll help take
your mind off of everything.

Passing notes, Mr. Griffin?

Yeah. No, I picked up
something off of Leon.

Aha.

"To Sir, with Love."

Yeah. There’s a new
backyard cinema

that’s doing a series of movies
dedicated to Sidney Poitier.

-Ah.
-Yeah, and they’re showing
that one tomorrow.

So, is this like a...?

It’s written right there
on the invite.

[Kayla sighs]

I’ll see you later.

[romantic R&B playing]

Wow!

[Jordan] Mm-hmm.

It’s pretty perfect.

Yeah, well,
I spent a long time on it.

-Thank you.
-You’re welcome.

So, I wanted to talk to you
about tomorrow’s meeting.

Whoa! No work.

I just want you to relax...

and enjoy the space,

and I want you
to feast your eyes

on the incomparable
Sidney Poitier

in one of his most
career-defining roles.

So, is this like a date?

Yeah. A date.

Showtime.

[Jazz music playing]

[Jazz music playing]

[Kayla] It’s just... so many
lessons packed in one film.

Forgiveness, discipline,
respect, integrity...

Mm-hmm.

Integrity and men are few
and far between these days.

Oh, I think that there is
a few left.

[phone buzzes]

Sorry.

Oh! Wow.

What? Is everything okay?

Yeah, no, it’s, um...

the principal from Maple Ridge,

I think it might be
about a job.

Oh, you seem excited.

Not excitement, just...
surprise.

You miss it there?

-Jordan--
-No.

It’s okay.

[scoffs]

You know that I’m
in a tough position.

This... was
a very lovely evening.

And you are
a perfect gentleman.

But I, um...

Well, good luck fighting
for us tomorrow, Kayla.

Yeah.

Thank you, Principal Nancy.

And to all of our wonderful
teachers for showing up
to support.

And to the board.
I really appreciate you
making time to hear me out.

Studies show that students
with consistent arts education

produce higher math
and English test scores,

which correlates with
higher rates of graduation

and college enrolment.

Since my team and I
revamped the arts program,

attendance is up.

One of our students
with dyslexia

went from the near bottom
of the class

to the very top.

Another student,
who had frequent absences,

has completely
turned things around.

Now these are just two
of our student success stories
from a long list.

While this is impressive
and may show a correlation,

it’s not quite the type
of long-term data
we’re looking for.

Right, but that data
comes with time.

And it will come.

I mean, we are
just getting started.

Can you give the program
one more year?

Thank you, Ms. Scott,
that will be all for today.

Wait.

Jordan?

This school system
has failed us.

I have seen teachers come and go
time and time again.

But this semester,
something has changed.

And that something
is not quantifiable.

I...

would love to invite you
to our art showcase

at the Maroney Theater
this Friday.

That way you could see
our students face to face,

you know, see their abilities,
their talents,

and not just look at them
as numbers or statistics.

Thank you, both.

We’ll consider these
your closing remarks

and a decision
will be forthcoming.

Meeting adjourned.

[ringtone chiming]

-Hello?
-Yeah, Ms. Scott.

This is Principal Meadows.

We have a position opening up
next year if you’re interested.

It’s fulltime,
excellent benefits,
competitive salary.

Wow! That is such
a generous offer.

You should know that I’m really
going to bat for you,

so, we have many other
outstanding candidates,
in consideration,

but you are first
on my list.

So I’ll need an answer
by Friday.

Thank you.

Well, we’re pretty much
all set up for the showcase
tomorrow night.

You feelin’ ready?

Daydreaming about Jordan?

-What?
-[chuckles]

I knew that would
get your attention.

-[Kayla chuckles]
-What’s on your mind?

A million things.

I mean, the showcase,
the board’s looming decision,

my new job offer--

You got a job offer?

Yeah.

At my old school.

And they need an answer
by tomorrow night,

and I have no idea
what I’m going to tell them.

Now, if this were
a few weeks ago,

would have been a no-brainer.

But now... now I’ve really
grown to love the students

and the staff.

And I finally feel at home
in Stansville again.

But it’s also looking like

there may not be a place
for you here anymore.

Exactly.

Have you told Jordan
and the kids yet?

No, not yet.

I just, um...

They’ve worked so hard
for this moment,

I think it should just be
about them and them only.

Yeah.

That’s gotta be tough.

Mm-hmm.

I’m here for you.

[Kayla sighs]

-What do you say
we get out of here?
-Yes!

-Yeah. Big day tomorrow.
-Oh, yes.

[upbeat music playing]

[Kayla] All right.

Tonight is the big night,

and I am so proud
of each and every one of you.

And no one...

no school board member,

no person in power,

whether it be in education
or in life,

can take away your talent,

your drive,

or your passion.

Remember what you learned
in my class.

Life is by your design.

And I can say
with absolute certainty

that each
and every one of you...

are true talent.

You’re artists.

Ms. Scott, we got you something.

[Kayla] What?

What is this?

Um, we wanted to show
our appreciation

for everything
that you’ve done for us.

[Kayla sighs]

I know it’s not much, but...

No...

It’s perfect.

Thank you.

No, thank you.

Thank you for...
giving us a chance, Ms. Scott.

All right!

We have a show to do.

-Yeah, yeah.
-[laughter]

And you all are going
to knock the socks off

of every student,
teacher, and parent out there

tonight, am I right?

Now, let’s go and give them
everything we’ve got.

[laughter]

Let’s go!

[upbeat music playing]

[ringtone chimes]

Nervous?

[scoffs] Of course.
You’re not?

Nope.

Of course I am,
I just hide it better than you.

[applause]

Good evening.

Thank you all
for coming tonight.

We are going to have
a marvelous show.

Please welcome
our fearless leader
of the arts program,

Ms. Kayla Scott!

[applause]

Thank you, Principal Nancy,
for that lovely introduction

and for bringing me back
to the Stansville family.

First, allow me to introduce
my other team members,

Jordan Griffin
and Tanya Weldon!

[applause]

I tell you, I am so blessed
to have had these two

by my side this semester.

None of this would have
happened without you.

So thank you.

[sighs] Okay.

This semester,

we focused on
creative expression.

The students learned
how to harness their passion

and their emotions and pour it
into their crafts.

And we know that you all

are going to love it!

So, enjoy the show!

[fanfare playing]

[Leon] What is art?

[playing "Swan Theme" with band]

Art is... expression.

Emotion.

Love.

Art is perspective.

Art can take you on a journey
and bring you back home

to a blank space that becomes
more familiar in an hour,

releasing your heart and soul
with words that have power.

Art is dance.

It can be improvised
or strategized,

symbolic or aesthetic.

Art combines rhythm
and sound to create
a line that is melodic,

transcends time, space
and culture.

Art speaks to us,

through brushes, pencils,
spray cans.

It can take a blank canvas
and turn it into Mona Lisa

or a soup can.

Images through abstraction
can be described
by one’s reaction.

And most of all,
art is necessary.

It is my right to see
the beauty and ugly
of the world

different
than how you see it.

Each one of us are showing
each one of you our world.

See?

[upbeat music playing]

[cheering]

-I’m so proud!
-Thank you, Mom.

-Ooh!
-Congratulations, baby girl!

-That was good!
-Oh, I appreciate that.

Oh, I will be right back.
Okay.

-Hi.
-Great show tonight, Kayla.

-Thank you.
-I was so impressed watching
your presentation on livestream,

and tonight moved me even more.

I really appreciate that.

And I’m just so happy
that you both came out.

-Wait, how do you two
know each other?
-We met right before the show.

Pam and Principal Nancy
filled me in on your situation.

And we want to fund your
arts program for next year.

And that will give us time
to figure out

how to invest in it continuously
beginning the following year.

-Wait, what...
-But how are you going to
convince the rest of the board?

-Yeah.
-They act pretty tough
in the boardroom,

but I like to think
that I have some influence.

I’m convinced, I’m convinced.

-Great!
-Oh.

-Congratulations.
-Thank you!

And if there’s anything else
I can do for you, Kayla,

let me know, I mean it.

You’re amazing.

-I gotta go. Bye.
-Okay.

Thank you.

[screaming]

Did you hear that...

What?

I’m assuming it’s paid
off?

Yeah. It did.

Great show, Ms. Scott.

Thank you, Mr. Griffin.

I got the money.

[relaxing R&B playing]

I just wanted
to ask you one more time.

-Yes?
-Are you sure about
your decision for next year?

[Kayla] I have given this
a lot of thought,

and I’ve weighed all my options.

I’m sure.

[Nancy]
When do you head to Charlotte?

Later today, actually.

Hey, hold on.
Hold on a second, Tanya.

Have you heard anything about
Kayla taking on another job?

You mean the job offer
she got in Charlotte?

She said she was gonna tell you
after the showcase.

And I just blew it, didn’t I?

[Jordan] Why didn’t you tell me?

I thought you was
committed to staying.

I overheard your conversation
with Principal Nancy.

You’re going to Charlotte
for another job?

You’re gonna abandon
these students, you’re gonna
abandon this school?

After everything
we just went through.

We just got
the arts program back!

You know, these kids, they...
they trusted you.

I trusted you.

I feel so foolish,
thinking that
you were different,

but it turns out,
you’re just like everyone else.

Are you done?

Yeah. I think I am.

Thank you.

You made the right
decision, you know.

I’d be lying if I didn’t
question it after what
happened with Jordan.

-It was a misunderstanding.
-Yeah, but it didn’t have to be.

I mean, he could have
let me speak, but he didn’t.

You’re not totally innocent,
either.

You should have told him
about your offer.

How could I?
He’d completely discounted

everything I’ve done
this whole semester

in a single minute.

-Are you surprised?
-[scoffs]

At those teachers’ desks
at that school,

there might as well be
revolving doors.

He’s probably getting
used to being left all the time.

Just like those kids.

Yes, but that does not
give him the right

to come for me based off
of what someone else did.

Well, what he did wasn’t right.

-He was loud, and he was wrong.
-Yep. Thank you.

But why are you so quick
to cut him off?

Any chance you might be
looking for a reason

to put some distance
between you two?

Fear of getting hurt?

Or maybe...

fear that it might work out.

[peaceful music playing]

I just don’t know
what got into me.

You were acting the fool, huh?

-I am a fool.
-Check.

I won’t fight you too hard
on that one.

Should have just talked to her,
I should have listened to her.

I always told my kids,

it’s always better to listen
than just to talk.

You can’t learn nothin’
if you’re talkin’.

Jacked everything up, Unc.

When it comes to being in
a relationship with each other,

it’s best to be in the moment.

But the second best thing...

is right now.

Checkmate.

You know what, Unc?

You’re right.

And that’s no surprise.

-[laughs] I gotta go.
-All right.

Hey, Mrs. Scott.

Jordan, what are you doing here?

Is Kayla around?

I need to see her.

I’m sorry, you just missed her.

She is in Charlotte.

I see.

Well... thanks anyway.

♪ You don’t feel the same ♪

♪ Wonderin’
when it changed... ♪

[dance music playing]

-Hey, Mrs. Weldon.
-Hey!

Is Ms. Scott here yet?

Um, I think she’s running
just a little bit late,

but why don’t you help yourself
to some food and snacks
in the meantime?

Hey.

Hey.

Still nothing?

[sighs] Nothing.

You know, I keep calling.

I really blew this one.

♪ I missed your sexy smile ♪

♪ Looking forward
to seeing you ♪

♪ I hope
I won’t lose control... ♪

Not necessarily.

Ms. Scott? We thought you left!

I wouldn’t miss it.

-You look gorgeous.
-Thank you.

Jordan.

You look stunning.

You know, I really gotta
tell you that...

I was so
out of pocket before.

I was a idiot.

I’m sorry.
Look, if you want to leave

and take on another job,
I completely support that.

I was just afraid
of losing you.

Okay, ladies and gentlemen,
it’s time for
our sweetheart dance.

So grab your partner.

Hold that, hold that thought.

Ms. Scott, would you mind
if I perform my art piece?

[relaxing island music playing]

You see, I know why I’m here,

and that’s where
my attention is.

I haven’t showed her,
but she’s gonna know
what my intention is.

You see, teaching these students
how to thrive in life

is where
our deep connection is.

Sunshine...

of the soul

is where her true reflection is.

Hey, Kayla Scott!

Guess what my heart’s
desire is.

You know, I really don’t care
about what perfection is,

I just wanna know
what our direction is.

Well? Do I at least
get an A for effort?

You are something else,
you know that?

I’ll take that as a compliment.

I should have told you
about the job offer.

I am learning to be better
at communicating
the tough stuff.

Like, uh...

my grant in London got approved.

Oh. That’s great news.
Congratulations.

Thank you. Thing is,
there’s a summer program

and I leave in a week.

But... I will be right back
in Stansville next semester.

I even found my own place...

that’s not my old bedroom
in my parents’ house.

Wow.

Looks like Emma
finally said yes.

Yeah.

She’s not the only one
open to...

romance.

Would you like to dance,
Ms. Scott?

Oh, nothing too fast.

I’m way too old
for that sort of thing.

[Jordan chuckles]

Quoting To Sir, with Love.
I’m very impressed.

Actually, I heard
that they’ll be screening

Guess Who’s Coming to Dinner

at that cute backyard
movie theater we went to.

-Oh!
-Maybe you wanna go
before I leave.

Really?
Well, you know, that depends.

-I have to talk to the manager.
-Right.

Are you asking me out
on a date?

[clicks tongue]
What would you say?

Yes, no?

Maybe?

[students] Ooooh! Whoa!

Hey!

Uhh--

[cheering]

♪ Takin’ my sweet time ♪

♪ Feels right ♪

♪ Livin’ in the moment ♪

♪ ’Cause I know
where I’m goin’ ♪

♪ I’m takin’
my sweet time ♪

♪ Feels like ♪

♪ Livin’ in the moment ♪

♪ ’Cause I know
where I’m goin’ ♪

♪ I’m takin’
my sweet time... ♪