Ep 4. The Wagon

Mr. Iglesias is a sitcom that follows the life of Gabe Iglesias, a high school history teacher who always puts his students first. In season 1, episode 4, titled "The Wagon," Gabe creates a new program called the Bulldog Buddy System to help students in need of academic assistance.

The episode begins with Gabe in his classroom, surrounded by his students. He asks them if anyone needs help in any subject, and a few students shyly raise their hands. Gabe decides to start the Bulldog Buddy System, where students who excel in a subject can help those who struggle in that same subject. The program is a hit with the students, and Gabe is proud of the positive impact he is making on the school community.

Meanwhile, Gabe's friend and fellow teacher, Tony, is having trouble with one of his students, who seems to be disconnected from school and life in general. Tony shares his worries with Gabe, who suggests he tries to connect with the student and figure out what is going on in his life. Tony takes Gabe's advice, and the two bond over their shared love of cars. Tony shows the student his vintage station wagon and offers to teach him how to fix it up.

Gabe also has to deal with a personal issue when his estranged father, Manuel, shows up unannounced at the school. Manuel left Gabe and his mother when Gabe was a child, and they haven't spoken since. Gabe is initially angry and hurt by his father's sudden appearance, but soon realizes that he wants to try to have a relationship with him. Manuel tells Gabe that he is proud of him and his accomplishments, and Gabe decides to give his father another chance.

As the episode progresses, the three storylines intersect in a heartwarming way. The student Tony is helping with his car gets excited about the project and starts to become more interested in school. Gabe's students in the Bulldog Buddy System start to excel in their subjects, and Gabe is happy to see them become more confident in their academic abilities. And Gabe and his father begin to build a relationship, with Gabe acknowledging that he still has a lot of hurt and anger to work through, but is willing to try.

Overall, "The Wagon" is an uplifting episode that showcases the positive impact one person can have on others. Gabe's dedication to his students and his willingness to take risks in order to help them is inspiring, and the way the different storylines come together is both heartwarming and poignant. The show continues to be a feel-good comedy with heart, and this episode is no exception.