"Before this year, bullies were just bullies for no reason, weirdos were just weird, and daredevils weren't afraid of …"

"My name is Joshua A. Beal. I live in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. And I believe two things. Not all angels have wings.…"

"Those are the kids in my class. Kids in uniforms don't smile very much."

"[looking across into girls' play yard] I don't know why they put this fence up. Why would anyone want to go over ther…"

"Sister Terry: Joshua, why do you feel the need to do these things?"

"Mrs. Beal: [waking him] Joshua. Joshua. Joshua, please, you're a 5th grader today, you're almost a man."

"First kisses. Outrageous pranks. A teacher with a killer fastball. To survive this year, Joshua Beal will have to sta…"

"Meeting your best friend. Finding your favorite teacher. Having your first crush. Remember what it felt like to be..."

"She Had All The Answers... Until Now!"

"Denis Leary - Mr. Beal"