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The Best Episodes of America to Me Season 1

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A year-long immersion into one of Chicago's most progressive and diverse public schools, located in suburban Oak Park. Both intimate and epic, exploring America's charged state of race, culture and education today with unprecedented depth

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  1. #1 Fan Favorite
    America to Me Season 1 Episode 1 - What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?
    7.7/10(23 votes)

    #1 - What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?

    S1:E1

    The school year begins at OPRF for Grant, Tiara, Charles, Terrence and Ke'Shawn. Controversy over a Black Lives Matter assembly still reverberates as the school confronts years of racial inequities.

    Director:Steve James
    Writer:Unknown

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  2. America to Me Season 1 Episode 2 - Stranger in a Room
    8.0/10(16 votes)

    #2 - Stranger in a Room

    S1:E2

    Teacher Jess Stovall intervenes in Ke'Shawn's academic struggles. His mother shares her own troubled history at OPRF. Senior Kendale and junior Chanti grapple with identity. Homecoming Dance is very special for Grant.

    Director:Steve James
    Writer:Unknown

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  3. America to Me Season 1 Episode 3 - There is No Pain That Compares to the Struggle
    8.1/10(15 votes)

    #3 - There is No Pain That Compares to the Struggle

    S1:E3

    Kendale wrestles to become a starter, while Chanti wresles with emotional trauma. Jess takes on the principal, and senior Jada takes on a teacher. OPRF's football team has a big game and a score to settle.

    Director:Steve James
    Writer:Unknown

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  4. America to Me Season 1 Episode 4 - There's Nothing Funny About Race!
    7.8/10(14 votes)

    #4 - There's Nothing Funny About Race!

    S1:E4

    Jada's conflict with a teacher grows more intense. Ke'Shawn's run-in threatens his grade. Grant pursues love. Terrence loves Halloween much more than school. Charles and Chanti audition for the poetry slam team.

    Director:Steve James
    Writer:Unknown

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  5. America to Me Season 1 Episode 5 - I Don't Have To Think About Being White
    7.8/10(16 votes)

    #5 - I Don't Have To Think About Being White

    S1:E5

    White students Caroline and Brendan join the story. Jada's film draws mixed reviews. Terrence's grade hangs in the balance. Christmas lights up Kendale's home, while Ke'Shaen's family may lose theirs.

    Director:Steve James
    Writer:Unknown

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  6. America to Me Season 1 Episode 6 - Listen to the Poem!
    7.7/10(9 votes)

    #6 - Listen to the Poem!

    S1:E6

    Jada clashes with junior Diane over her new film. Brendan recalls a racially charged basketball past. Tiara and the cheerleading squad go for the gold. Charles' poetry slam team faces an epic challenge.

    Director:Steve James
    Writer:Unknown

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  7. America to Me Season 1 Episode 7 - Tsunami of Privilege
    7.3/10(8 votes)

    #7 - Tsunami of Privilege

    S1:E7

    Jess Stovall gives her all to engage Ke'Shawn, whose situation has turned dire. Kendale fights to advance in the playoffs, while star teammate Gabe faces unexpected challenges. Terrence rebounds with his mother's help.

    Director:Steve James
    Writer:Unknown

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  8. America to Me Season 1 Episode 8 - Nobody Can Hold You Down
    7.0/10(7 votes)

    #8 - Nobody Can Hold You Down

    S1:E8

    Chanti discovers a devastating truth about her grandparents. Brendan's parents make him an offer he can't refuse. Caroline's anxiety exacts a heavy toll. Kendale and his team pursue their dream for the ultimate victory.

    Director:Steve James
    Writer:Unknown

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  9. America to Me Season 1 Episode 9 - The Invisible T-Shirt
    7.4/10(6 votes)

    #9 - The Invisible T-Shirt

    S1:E9

    Kendale goes on a college visit, while Terrence goes to court. Tiara and her mother fall out over grades. Jess pushes the administration to adopt her teacher support program. Prom arrives and Kendale's mother loves it.

    Director:Steve James
    Writer:Unknown

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  10. America to Me Season 1 Episode 10 - America Will Be...
    7.5/10(8 votes)

    #10 - America Will Be...

    S1:E10

    It’s now or never for Tiara in chemistry. Terrence looks to the future. Caroline wrestles with perfection, while OPRF grapples with imperfect leadership. Kendale, Jada and Gabe celebrate graduation.

    Director:Steve James
    Writer:Unknown

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Season 1 Ratings Summary

"What's the Big Deal About Oak Park?" is the best rated episode of "America to Me" season 1. It scored 7.7/10 based on 23 votes. Directed by Steve James and written by Unknown, it aired on 8/26/2018. This episode is rated 0.3 points higher than the second-best, "Stranger in a Room".