Ep 22. Squidward's School for Grown Ups / Oral Report

SpongeBob SquarePants season 8 episode 22 features two separate segments.

In the first segment, titled "Squidward's School for Grown Ups," Squidward decides to start a "school" for grown-ups, in which he teaches them how to act more sophisticated and refined. He starts with a lesson on small talk, but his students quickly grow bored and disinterested. Undeterred, Squidward pushes on, trying to teach them about things like wine tasting and art appreciation. However, things go awry when the entire class becomes obsessed with a toy ball that Squidward brought as a prop. They begin playing with it, causing chaos in the classroom, and Squidward realizes that he may have underestimated the childlike nature of his students.

The second segment, titled "Oral Report," follows SpongeBob as he prepares to give an oral report about boating safety. SpongeBob is nervous about the report and seeks advice from various people in his life. However, their advice only serves to make him more anxious and unprepared. When it comes time for the report, SpongeBob is overwhelmed and freezes up, unable to remember anything he had prepared. However, his friends rally around him and help him get through the report in their own unique ways.

Overall, this episode tackles themes of maturity and growing up, as well as the importance of friendship and support. With its trademark humor and heart, SpongeBob SquarePants season 8 episode 22 is a must-watch for fans of the beloved animated series.