In shows that take place in schools, teachers often have to deal with the issue of juvenile delinquency. In these shows, the students are considered to be the problem, from the perspective of the teachers. “Abbott Elementary” takes a different approach, revolving around a group of teachers who work at an under-funded school in Philadelphia. They love their jobs and their students, but constantly struggle against an incompetent administration, apathetic parents, and a school board that seems uninterested in investing in their work — a story that is likely much more recognizable to actual teachers. “Abbott Elementary” has been a mega-success for ABC, garnering big ratings, a ton of awards and lavish critical praise.