In a urban public school, teachers constantly come and go. Long term teachers are in high demand but none are capable of handling the tense situation at the school. After endless attempts to hire top class teachers to teach in the school, one teacher who goes by the name Joe steps up. Based off his background, he is no better than the students that attend the school. His history is identical to a criminal's background, yet his physical appearance differs greatly from what is written.
The students disrespect the new teacher verbally and physically, but their tactics seem to be less effective against this new mystery teacher. Questions begin to arise, and gossip spreads that the teacher may be mentally challenged or disturbed. They don't yet know the truth that Joe has lived a life much worse than any student and he is the key to their success.
He becomes a therapist like figure for the kids in his class, for those who are brave enough to confront him. In the end they realize that education is not everything in life, but experiences are what make up who people are. They understand that school teaches more than what is written in the text book, it teaches life skills and social interactions that they can never experience out of school.
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