Ep 6. Where Art Thou Counselor?

Mr. Iglesias is a Netflix original show that follows the life of Gabe Iglesias (played by Gabriel Iglesias), a high school teacher who aims to inspire and help his students achieve their potential. Season 2 episode 6, titled "Where Art Thou Counselor?", continues to delve deeper into the lives of Gabe and his students.

In this episode, Gabe finds himself in a quandary when he learns that the school’s guidance counselor is retiring. He is concerned that the students will not be able to receive the support they need, especially since the counselor was a vital member of the teaching staff. Gabe decides to take on the mantle of being the temporary guidance counselor until a replacement is found.

Gabe tries to take on the guidance counselor role but quickly finds out that it is not easy juggling both teaching and counseling duties. He finds himself caught up in conflicts that arise in the students' personal lives. Two of his students, Marisol (played by Coy Stewart) and Edgar (played by Carlos Alazraqui), need his help as they handle their parents' marriage issues.

Additionally, he has to deal with social media issues when one of his students is targeted by cyber-bullies. Gabe is determined to help the students, but his actions have unintended consequences. Amidst all the chaos, Gabe begins to question whether he can do justice to his role as a guidance counselor while also being an effective teacher.

When he confides in his good friend, Tony Ochoa (played by Jacob Vargas), Tony suggests that Gabe talks to the retiring guidance counselor, Ms. Thomas (played by Maggie Wheeler), for some guidance. Ms. Thomas shares her experiences and gives Gabe some words of wisdom, helping him to realize that he can make a difference in the lives of his students and that he doesn’t have to do it all alone.

In the end, Gabe learns to prioritize his responsibilities and that seeking help and guidance is not a sign of weakness. He discovers that he can be a good teacher and counselor, and that he doesn't have to be perfect. The episode ends on a hopeful note, with Gabe continuing to support and inspire his students to achieve their dreams and goals.

Overall, Mr. Iglesias season 2 episode 6 is a heart-warming and insightful episode that reinforces the message that teachers can make a difference in their students' lives. With its mix of humor, drama, and touching moments, this episode is a must-watch for fans of the show.