Ep 13. Breaking Boyd

Boyd has been struggling in school, but Mike and Ryan think they have finally found a solution. They come up with the idea to enroll Boyd in a private school, where the curriculum is more rigorous and he can receive more individualized attention. At first, Kristin is hesitant about the idea, as it would mean uprooting Boyd from his current school and potentially putting him through a lot of stress. However, after speaking with the principal and hearing more about the school's focus on character development, she agrees to give it a try.

Boyd is initially resistant to the idea of switching schools, as he is afraid of making new friends and being the "new kid." However, after his first day at the private school, he comes home beaming with excitement and confidence. He tells his family about the new friends he made and the interesting things he learned in class. Mike and Ryan are thrilled to see Boyd thriving in this new environment.

As the days go on, however, Boyd becomes increasingly obsessed with his new school. He spends all of his time talking about his classmates and teachers, and even starts dressing differently to fit in with the other students. Kristin starts to worry that he is losing his individuality and becoming too focused on pleasing others.

Meanwhile, Mike is dealing with his own issues at work. A new young employee, Kyle, keeps making mistakes and causing problems, but Mike is hesitant to fire him because he sees potential in the boy. He decides to give Kyle one last chance to prove himself, but things quickly go awry when Kyle makes an even bigger mistake.

As Boyd's behavior becomes more extreme and Kyle's job hangs in the balance, the Baxter family must come together to figure out how to handle each situation. In the end, they learn important lessons about the balance between individuality and conformity, and about the importance of second chances.

"Breaking Boyd" is a heartwarming episode that delves into the challenges of growing up and finding one's place in the world. It tackles issues that are relevant not only to kids like Boyd, but to people of all ages who are struggling to find their way. Through its poignant storyline and relatable characters, it offers a powerful message about the importance of staying true to oneself while also connecting with others.