Ep 5. Outbreak

Principal Glascott and the teachers of William Penn Academy are in for a chaotic day when an outbreak of head lice forces them to quarantine the school. In Schooled season 2 episode 5, titled "Outbreak", the entire school is thrown into a frenzy as students are checked for lice and anyone with the pest is sent home.

As the chaos ensues, Coach Mellor is tasked with finding a new location for the school's basketball game against Valleyview High. With both schools under quarantine, Mellor must think quickly to find an alternative location for the game and save face for William Penn Academy. Meanwhile, Lainey and Wilma compete over who can handle the head lice outbreak better, with Lainey determined to prove her worth as a new substitute teacher.

Barry is thrown into a panic when he thinks he might have lice, fearing he'll be sent home and miss his chance to impress a college scout at the game. He teams up with Geoff to concoct a wild plan to avoid inspection and make it to the game, no matter what.

Amidst the chaos, Principal Glascott is reminded of the importance of the students' well-being and happiness when he sees their disappointment at missing the game. He rallies the teachers to come up with a creative solution that brings the game to them.

Schooled season 2 episode 5 "Outbreak" is a lighthearted and humorous take on the classic "school-wide epidemic" trope, with an emphasis on the school staff's determination to keep things running smoothly in the face of adversity. The episode showcases the strengths of each character, from the resourceful Mellor to the competitive Lainey and the caring Glascott.

Viewers will appreciate the episode's relatable and realistic take on the challenges of school administration, as well as the antics of the students and staff caught up in the outbreak. With its blend of heart, humor, and chaos, "Outbreak" is a standout episode in the second season of Schooled.