2008
Dumped by her wealthy fiancé, cynical teacher Elizabeth Halsey schemes to win a bonus for high test scores to fund breast implants, manipulating her principal and stealing to achieve her goal. She drugs a testing official to steal answers, ensuring her class excels, but her rival Amy discovers the deception and reports her, leading Elizabeth to sabotage Amy with poison ivy. After an awkward encounter with substitute teacher Scott and a student's brief disappearance, Elizabeth is investigated for her actions. Ultimately, Elizabeth negotiates to keep her job, punches Amy, and begins the new school year with breast implants and a slightly more engaged teaching style.
Save the Cat beat sheet
Elizabeth Halsey, a cynical middle school teacher recently dumped by her fiancé, resorts to petty schemes and embezzlement to fund cosmetic surgery.
Open full beat sheetElizabeth Halsey is listed as Protagonist / Teacher. A cynical, gold-digging, and unprofessional middle school teacher who hates her job. In the parsed data, Elizabeth Halsey is connected to 79 scenes, 59 dialogue lines, 61 text mentions, first appearing around scene 8.
79 scenes / 59 dialogue linesAmy Squirrel is listed as Antagonist / Teacher. An overly enthusiastic, wholesome, and rule-abiding teacher who clashes with Elizabeth. In the parsed data, Amy Squirrel is connected to 27 scenes, 8 dialogue lines, 8 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
27 scenes / 8 dialogue linesScott Delacorte is listed as Substitute Teacher. A handsome, wealthy, and wholesome substitute teacher who becomes a love interest. In the parsed data, Scott Delacorte is connected to 19 scenes, 5 dialogue lines, 6 text mentions, first appearing around scene 17.
19 scenes / 5 dialogue linesGarrett Tiara is listed as Student. An awkward, earnest student who is infatuated with Chase and writes poetry. In the parsed data, Garrett Tiara is connected to 18 scenes, 14 dialogue lines, 15 text mentions, first appearing around scene 45.
18 scenes / 14 dialogue linesPrincipal Wally Snur is listed as School Administrator. The gullible and dolphin-obsessed principal of John Adams Middle School. In the parsed data, Principal Wally Snur is connected to 15 scenes, 4 dialogue lines, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 2.
15 scenes / 4 dialogue linesSasha is listed as Student. An overachieving, ambitious student who tries to please her teachers. In the parsed data, Sasha is connected to 13 scenes, 5 dialogue lines, 5 text mentions, first appearing around scene 42.
13 scenes / 5 dialogue linesLynn is listed as Teacher. A lonely, socially awkward teacher who is Elizabeth's only friend at school. In the parsed data, Lynn is connected to 11 scenes, first appearing around scene 2.
11 scenes / 0 dialogue linesChase is listed as Student. A popular, aspiring model who is the object of Garrett's affection. In the parsed data, Chase is connected to 8 scenes, 4 text mentions, first appearing around scene 15.
8 scenes / 0 dialogue linesMelody Tiara is listed as Parent. Garrett's eccentric and overly proud mother. In the parsed data, Melody Tiara is connected to 7 scenes, 19 dialogue lines, 19 text mentions, first appearing around scene 34.
7 scenes / 19 dialogue linesKirk is listed as Elizabeth's Roommate. A boorish and lazy roommate. In the parsed data, Kirk is connected to 3 scenes, 1 dialogue line, 1 text mention, first appearing around scene 90.
3 scenes / 1 dialogue linesMark is listed as Elizabeth's Ex-Fiance. A wealthy, short, and unfaithful man who breaks off his engagement with Elizabeth. In the parsed data, Mark is connected to 3 scenes, first appearing around scene 8.
3 scenes / 0 dialogue linesDr. Vogel is listed as Plastic Surgeon. A plastic surgeon who performs Elizabeth's breast enhancement. In the parsed data, Dr. Vogel is connected to 2 scenes, 3 dialogue lines, 3 text mentions, first appearing around scene 19.
2 scenes / 3 dialogue linesA janitor removes letters from the school marquee.
Principal Snur hosts a year-end party for teachers, where Elizabeth is honored.
Principal Wally Snur, Amy Squirrel, Elizabeth Halsey, LynnElizabeth cleans out her classroom at the end of the year.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth walks through the hallway as students leave for summer.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy SquirrelElizabeth catches students smoking and confiscates their stash.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth leaves the school, smoking and flipping off the building.
Elizabeth Halsey, Principal Wally SnurElizabeth arrives at her fiance's home.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth discovers her fiance is cheating on her.
Elizabeth Halsey, MarkElizabeth finds a woman hiding in a chest in the bedroom.
Elizabeth Halsey, MarkElizabeth returns to school three months later.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth and Amy reunite.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy SquirrelElizabeth is visited by Lynn.
Elizabeth Halsey, LynnElizabeth and Lynn have lunch.
Elizabeth Halsey, LynnElizabeth looks at porn and talks to her roommate.
Elizabeth Halsey, KirkElizabeth starts her first day of school by showing a movie.
Elizabeth Halsey, Garrett Tiara, Sasha, ChaseElizabeth and Amy monitor lunch.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy Squirrel, Garrett TiaraElizabeth meets Scott, the new substitute teacher.
Elizabeth Halsey, Scott DelacorteElizabeth consults with a plastic surgeon.
Elizabeth Halsey, Dr. VogelElizabeth discusses breast enhancement surgery with Dr. Vogel, insisting on a D-cup despite his advice.
Elizabeth Halsey, Dr. VogelElizabeth schedules her surgery with Danni but struggles with the payment.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth calls her father to ask for money for her surgery.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth slashes tires while on the phone with her grandmother.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth fights with her ex-fiance Mark and her roommate Kirk.
Elizabeth Halsey, Mark, KirkElizabeth tries to borrow money from Lynn and clashes with Amy.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy Squirrel, LynnElizabeth shows a movie to her class and learns about the car wash fundraiser.
Elizabeth Halsey, Garrett Tiara, Sasha, ChaseElizabeth manipulates Principal Snur into letting her supervise the car wash.
Elizabeth Halsey, Principal Wally SnurAmy confronts Principal Snur about Elizabeth taking over the car wash.
Amy Squirrel, Principal Wally SnurElizabeth runs the car wash in a provocative outfit to maximize tips.
Elizabeth Halsey, Garrett Tiara, SashaAmy tries to convince Principal Snur that Elizabeth is embezzling.
Amy Squirrel, Principal Wally SnurElizabeth sabotages Sandy's coffee.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth administers a standardized test while watching a movie.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth tries to ask Scott out, but he reveals he is dating Amy.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy Squirrel, Scott Delacorte, LynnElizabeth hosts Back-to-School Night and scams parents for money.
Elizabeth Halsey, SashaElizabeth collects money from parents under the guise of tutoring, then meets Garrett's mother, Melody, who offers a letter-writing campaign instead of cash.
Elizabeth Halsey, Garrett Tiara, Melody TiaraElizabeth steals from the Lost and Found box.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth sells stolen items for cash.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth tracks her earnings.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth shows a movie to her class.
Elizabeth HalseyAmy spies on Elizabeth.
Amy SquirrelElizabeth silences the hallway.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth walks through the crowded hallway.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth smokes a joint in her car and is interrupted by Sasha.
Elizabeth Halsey, SashaElizabeth struggles to light her bong.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth finds the store closed for Christmas.
Elizabeth HalseyGarrett and Melody invite Elizabeth to Christmas dinner.
Elizabeth Halsey, Garrett Tiara, Melody TiaraElizabeth eats dinner with Garrett's family.
Elizabeth Halsey, Garrett Tiara, Melody TiaraGarrett reads poetry to Elizabeth.
Elizabeth Halsey, Garrett TiaraElizabeth returns to school after the break.
Elizabeth HalseyLynn invites Elizabeth to see a band.
Elizabeth Halsey, LynnScott invites Elizabeth to his band's show.
Elizabeth Halsey, Scott Delacorte, LynnElizabeth watches Scott's band and learns about a bonus.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy Squirrel, Scott Delacorte, LynnElizabeth begins teaching her class seriously.
Elizabeth Halsey, Garrett Tiara, Sasha, ChaseElizabeth uses a mock trial to teach.
Elizabeth Halsey, Principal Wally SnurElizabeth interacts with colleagues.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy Squirrel, Scott Delacorte, LynnSasha tells Amy about Elizabeth smoking.
Amy Squirrel, SashaPolice search the school with drug dogs.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy Squirrel, Principal Wally Snur, Garrett TiaraA police dog searches the classroom for drugs, finding corn chips in Garrett's bag instead. Elizabeth and Amy exchange glares while Principal Snur ends the search.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy Squirrel, Principal Wally Snur, Garrett Tiara, Sasha, ChaseElizabeth wakes up from a nap, finds a practice test manual with an address, and decides to investigate.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth calls in sick to school while driving.
Elizabeth HalseyScott teaches the class while Elizabeth is away.
Scott DelacorteElizabeth visits the frat house to find Tucker.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth buys GHB from Tucker.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth meets Carl Halabi to manipulate him into giving her access to the state tests.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth drugs Carl and steals the test materials.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth administers the test and then swaps the real exams for fake ones.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth wins the teacher bonus award.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy Squirrel, Principal Wally SnurElizabeth and Scott discuss the bonus, while Amy tries to act supportive.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy Squirrel, Scott DelacorteElizabeth books her breast enhancement surgery.
Elizabeth HalseyElizabeth sabotages Amy with poison ivy.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy SquirrelThe school bus leaves for D.C. while Amy suffers from the poison ivy.
Elizabeth Halsey, Amy Squirrel, Principal Wally Snur, Scott DelacorteElizabeth and Scott bond on the bus to D.C.
Elizabeth Halsey, Scott Delacorte, Garrett Tiara, Sasha, ChaseAmy searches Elizabeth's desk for evidence.
Amy SquirrelThe class visits various D.C. monuments.
Elizabeth Halsey, Scott Delacorte, Garrett Tiara, Sasha, ChaseAmy confronts Carl about Elizabeth.
Amy SquirrelElizabeth and Scott have a moment while visiting the memorial.
Elizabeth Halsey, Scott DelacorteAmy reports Elizabeth to Principal Snur.
Amy Squirrel, Principal Wally SnurAmy reports Elizabeth's alleged test-tampering and wig theft to Principal Snur.
Principal Wally Snur, Amy SquirrelThe sounds of sex are heard from a hotel room.
Elizabeth Halsey, Scott DelacorteElizabeth and Scott have an awkward sexual encounter and discuss their relationship.
Elizabeth Halsey, Scott DelacorteDuring a field trip, Garrett confesses his love for Chase, leading to humiliation.
Elizabeth Halsey, Scott Delacorte, Garrett Tiara, Sasha, ChaseThis is called 'The Chase,' by Garrett Tiara. XOXO /My love for you is XOXO/ Her hair is long and straight / Isn't it great? / About her smile / That I would walk a mile for / About her personality / That makes me see the best in me / And at night when we sleep / Our souls locked in deep / So that when we sleep / We can stop pretending / And embrace our beautiful ending.
It's just so hard, on my salary, having to pay for my supplies, my fiance cheated on me with his twin sister... and, unlike a lot of these other teachers, all I truly care about is helping your child learn. And as their personal tutor, I guarantee a full grade higher -- or your money back.
You know what I'm going to do for you? I am going to start a letter-writing campaign to the school board, to my congressman, to the mayor -- and keep writing until you get what you deserve.
Oh. Um, listen, I'm really flattered. You're one of the nicest people I've met here. But... I'm actually seeing someone.
You know, Elizabeth, breast enhancement's not a cure-all. I just want to make sure you have realistic expectations.
I guess what I'm getting at is, maybe you could help out by giving me a little -- you know -- somethin somethin.
When the superintendent personally asks you to work at one of the worst schools in the state, you say yes.
I would say, though, with your frame, you might consider something smaller. A large B, maybe a C cup.
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