make a pregnant teacher show up to school but she is having contractions and struggles after lunch because she overeats

Title: **A Lesson in Patience** INT. SCHOOL HALLWAY - MORNING The school bell rings as students bustle around, laughing and chatting with friends. MRS. JENKINS, a cheerful and expectant teacher, walks into the building, her baby bump pronounced. She wears a comfortable but professional outfit and a warm smile. MRS. JENKINS (cheerfully) Good morning, everyone! Let's make today a great day! INT. CLASSROOM - LATER THAT MORNING Mrs. Jenkins stands in front of her class, engaging the students in an enthusiastic lesson about fractions. As she bends over to assist a student, she winces slightly, pressing a hand against her lower back. MRS. JENKINS (straightening up) Alright, class, who can tell me what one-half of eight is? STUDENT Four! The class groans, gently teasing Mrs. Jenkins as she laughs off the occasional discomfort. INT. CAFETERIA - LUNCHTIME The cafeteria is filled with the sounds of laughter and chatter. Mrs. Jenkins sits with her colleagues, discussing the latest school events. She looks at the pasta dish with garlic bread and salad, her eyes lighting up. MRS. JENKINS (enthusiastically) I can’t resist! This looks amazing! Her colleagues exchange amused glances as she serves herself a generous portion. INT. CLASSROOM - AFTER LUNCH The students settle back into their seats; Mrs. Jenkins stands at the front of the class, but her smile has faded. She places a hand on her belly, feeling an unexpected wave of discomfort as she speaks. MRS. JENKINS Alright, everyone, let’s continue with our math... Suddenly, she pauses, her face scrunching up in discomfort. She takes a deep breath and grips the edge of her desk for support. MRS. JENKINS (excusing herself) Give me a moment, please... She steps out of the classroom, leaning against the wall, breathing deeply. INT. HALLWAY - CONTINUOUS Mrs. Jenkins is clearly struggling now, as contractions begin to make themselves known. She leans against the wall, trying to maintain her composure. MRS. JENKINS (to herself) Okay, just breathe... At that moment, her colleague, MR. THOMPSON, walks by and notices her distress. MR. THOMPSON (concerned) Mrs. Jenkins? Are you okay? MRS. JENKINS (reluctantly) I think I might have... overdone it at lunch. MR. THOMPSON You should sit down. I can cover your class! MRS. JENKINS (smiling weakly) I appreciate it, really. I just need to... Suddenly, another contraction grips her, and she gasps slightly. INT. CLASSROOM - MOMENTS LATER Mr. Thompson steps into the classroom, facing the curious eyes of the students. MR. THOMPSON (supportively) Alright, class! Mr. Thompson is here to help out for a bit. As Mrs. Jenkins quietly exits toward the nurse’s office, she casts a glance back at her students, feeling a mix of anxiety and excitement. MRS. JENKINS (softly) I'll be back soon, I promise! EXT. SCHOOL NURSE’S OFFICE - MOMENTS LATER Mrs. Jenkins walks into the nurse's office, a little breathless but determined. The school nurse, MS. ROBERTS, looks up, instantly concerned. MS. ROBERTS (taking immediate action) Let’s check you out. It sounds like you might need some rest, Mrs. Jenkins. MRS. JENKINS (trying to smile) I just wanted to finish the day… MS. ROBERTS No one will fault you for taking care of yourself. As Mrs. Jenkins settles into a chair, she looks at her phone, seeing messages of support from her colleagues. She takes a deep breath, finally allowing herself to relax. FADE OUT. **THE END**