Neil Jones

Kim Campbell, the headteacher, fiercely defends her school's unconventional methods against a critical inspection from Erica. As Erica lists recent violent incidents and failures, Kim counters by highlighting the transformative success of a specific troubled student, Danny Lewis.

A struggling mother vents her frustrations onto her teenage son, unaware that he is on the verge of confessing a serious personal struggle. Feeling the weight of her emotional exhaustion and accusations of selfishness, Preston retreats into a lie to protect her, sacrificing his own need for help to maintain the peace.

Donte tries to help a struggling Preston blow off steam by working on a DIY project in the school workshop. As they work, Donte offers some perspective on Preston's relationship with his mother and the pressure of living up to her expectations.