However, since you asked for a , here’s a detailed summary and analysis of Abbott Elementary S01E09 ("Step Class") — as no official episode 9 exists in season 1 without checking your numbering (some platforms list 13 episodes; S01E09 is typically "Step Class" ). Abbott Elementary S01E09 – "Step Class" (Original airdate: February 8, 2022) Synopsis Ava (the tone-deaf principal) announces that the school’s annual step competition is just days away. The problem: Abbott hasn’t won in years, and their step team is practically nonexistent. Ava volunteers Janine to lead the team, despite Janine having zero dance experience .