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Formerly a full-time teacher, Kato Kyoko transitions to a role as a part-time high school educator following a specific incident. Upon her arrival, she is placed in a class comprised of students facing a range of challenges.

After deciding to leave her teaching job to prepare for her upcoming marriage, Haga Ineko finds herself heartbroken when her fiancé suddenly calls off the wedding. Struggling to cope, she turns to alcohol until an old acquaintance offers her a position as a substitute teacher in a troubled class. Reluctantly accepting the job, she uncovers a disturbing pattern of bullying among the students. Despite facing threats for standing up against the bullies, Ineko remains determined to protect the victims and bring justice to the perpetrators. The title "Hagane" is a clever play on her name and surname, symbolizing the strength she must embody in order to confront these challenges as an educator.

After receiving support from the children in her 4-3 class, Haga Ineko successfully passed her teacher's exam. At 36 years old, Haga, who had always been single, found herself surprised when her boyfriend and former assistant homeroom teacher, Wataru Shioda, proposed to her. As she admired the engagement ring he had given her, she couldn't help but feel a sense of happiness. The dynamics in Haga's classroom changed when a new student named Tao, whose parents had been deported from Japan for entering illegally, was transferred in. Despite Tao's resentment towards Japan, Haga showed her love and care for him as one of her students. However, Tao faced challenges with some classmates, including Marii Kikuta, while others like Hiro Ebita and Airi Nakano tried to reach out to him. Unfortunately, Tao rejected their efforts and ended up being isolated, with rumors circulating that he had stolen something. The situation escalated as Tao became a target of bullying. Determined to break through to Tao, Haga decided to visit his previous school and speak with his former classmates.

The plot bears a strong resemblance to the TV show 3 nen B gumi Kinpachi Sensei, but with some typical characters added in. There is a stubborn father who runs a ramen shop, his strong-willed daughter Motoko who works as a teacher and dislikes Sakuragi, and a distant older sister who has been cut off by their father. The father is now renting out the older sister's room to Sakuragi. Motoko and Sentaro's coworker, Onodera, has a significant Oedipus complex.

"The World is Made of Elements" is a youth school drama that personifies the world of elements

This addresses the issue of violence in educational settings and conveys the idea that those affected by such violence can recover from their experiences through proper support and guidance. Who is the aggressor, and who suffers as a result? Who will assist them in healing from their trauma and feelings of guilt? The Justice team is extending their help.

The plot centers around a reformed gang member and former school dropout who later becomes a teacher at the same school

Makoto Kiryu is a youthful physical education instructor working at a middle school. In her youth, Makoto was a member of a motorcycle group and left high school prematurely. After reflecting on her choices, Makoto decided to pursue higher education and eventually landed a job as a physical education teacher. While she excels in sports, she struggles with teaching dance, a mandatory subject for the students. Makoto attempts to blend in and not draw attention from her students.

Yoruno Sakura, a newcomer teacher at a part-time high school, has faced multiple challenges in her past as the owner of a bar. Despite her continuous struggles and misfortunes, she remains determined and positive. While she may come across as overly friendly, insensitive, disorganized, and careless, she possesses a kind heart and a knack for recognizing and supporting individuals with aspirations. At 38 years old, she interacts with students of different ages who share similar circumstances, ultimately making a positive impact on their lives and experiencing her own transformation.

In a girls-only high school, Shuko Ikematsu and her dear friend Yuko Mizobuchi are facing a shortage of members in their musical theater club

Mikami Takashi becomes a member of Japan's prestigious government administration within the Department of Education with the intention of promoting analytical thinking abilities in students. However, he quickly discovers that the ministry prioritizes self-preservation above all else. After being assigned to a private high school through a ministry initiative, Mikami finds himself torn between his loyalty to the bureaucrats who established the system and his empathy for the educators affected by it. Leading a group of senior high school students, Mikami embarks on a mission to challenge authority and advocate for reforms within the education sector. (TBS Program Catalog)

The series "New Kids War" follows the story of Otsuki Kaori, a primary school teacher who is transferred to a new school after an incident involving bullying

Gondo Tetta, a former professional boxer, has joined Kaki-no-ki-zaka High School as a new teacher. The school's goal is to improve its financial situation by enhancing the students' skills and boosting the performance of the baseball team. Tetta is faced with a challenging group of students who are struggling academically and athletically. Despite their lack of motivation, he tirelessly motivates and supports them. Tetta believes that school is not just about academics, but also about preparing students for life. He is willing to confront both parents and the school administration to ensure his students receive the help they need. The journey of Gondo Tetta's unconventional class is about to commence.

During the day, Takakura Yuko works as a regular chemistry teacher at a well-known government-run preparatory school. However, when night falls, she transforms into a heroic educator who tackles a range of challenging problems plaguing the school grounds. These issues go beyond simple disputes and include bullying, illicit relationships, drug use, and mind-altering substances. Takakura's approach is straightforward - she believes in fighting fire with fire. Alongside her colleagues, the classics teacher Uchida Sumire and the art teacher Fujii Aya, she is not afraid to bend the rules and even demand payment from those seeking her help. Despite their differences in personality and interests, the trio share a strong bond and work well together.

An 18-year-old student in her third year of high school lacks self-assurance and faces challenges in defining her identity amidst external influences. (Beautylabo.jp)

In 1977, the students of Wafang School were informed that their class would be disbanded due to the teacher's limitations. This caused uproar among the students, leading parents to pressure the principal to find a solution. Principal Wang sought help from the commune, but they were preoccupied with the return of educated youths and could not provide a teacher for Wafang School. Eventually, Principal Wang and Brigade Secretary Jiao enlisted the help of the last remaining female educated youth in the county who had not yet returned to the city. This individual, Fang Ge, arrived at Wafang School and made a significant impact on the students' lives, led by Jiao Building, Wu Zina, and San Fatty.

Asakura Harumi, a music teacher in high school, and Kyoji Hiyama, a manager at a cabaret, initially clashed due to their differing circumstances. However, they eventually found themselves drawn to each other and fell in love. Unbeknownst to them at the time, they were actually half-siblings. Upon learning the truth, Kyoji lashed out in anger and despair, while Harumi sought to be closer to him. Despite the initial harmony, Kyoji's past sins began to affect Harumi's mental health. Unaware of the true extent of the harm he had caused, Kyoji remained by her side as her condition worsened.

Tale of camaraderie, challenges, and achievements of aspiring dancers who come together at the renowned "Starlight" dance academy

Monster parents are described as parents who continually make unreasonable requests to their children's school, disrupting its normal operations. Takamura Itsuki, a top lawyer at a prominent law firm, is assigned a case by a school board involving these challenging parents. Through her work on the case, she encounters parents demanding the dismissal of a teacher due to their dialect, pushing for their child to secure a spot on the soccer team, and refusing to pay lunch fees because of taste preferences. Initially hesitant, Itsuki eventually becomes determined to address the issues presented by these "monster parents."

Serizawa Yusuke is employed at a legal firm when he is involved in a traffic collision. A woman comes to his aid, and although she seems recognizable to him, he cannot recall her identity. Yusuke Serizawa reflects on his previous romantic relationships.

A fictional school known as Tokyo Metropolitan Water Exchange Academy focuses on providing education in water trade, specifically in the nighttime entertainment industry. Ishiwata Naoki, currently job hunting, lands a teaching position at this unique school.

Wakana has made the decision to attend university in Tokyo. She is in a relationship with a young man named Ayuto. As Wakana prepares to graduate and embark on a long-distance relationship, she feels anxious about the situation. Despite her concerns, she struggles to comprehend Ayuto's laid-back attitude. During this time, Hayakawa, a senior member of her photography club, pays her a visit. Wakana is encouraged to voice her thoughts during the annual event known as "Sakebi".

Tsuyuki, seeking involvement in extracurricular activities, stumbles upon the occult research department's club room by chance. Directed by Kato, the club's leader, he becomes entwined in uncovering the high school's seven mysteries. Fujii, showing empathy towards Tsuyuki, joins the group for unknown reasons, and together they unravel the mysteries one by one. However, Kato harbors a significant secret that remains undisclosed to anyone.

Melody depicts a group of recent university graduates navigating their way into adulthood. At the center of the plot is Leo Ku, a mature student with a knack for business. Jiang Meng Jie portrays the female protagonist, a spirited tomboy who supports herself and excels at gaming. Heechul takes on the role of a professional gamer who sets out to win Jiang Meng Jie's heart. Zhou Mi portrays a wealthy and comedic young man determined to prove his worth beyond his family's wealth. Lastly, Yang Yang plays a gentle soul whose talent lies in nail artistry.

Onizuka returns to his alma mater in Shonan, Japan as a substitute teacher. While there, he encounters challenging situations such as a student's pregnancy and another student's school refusal. Throughout his time at the high school, Onizuka's background is uncovered by individuals who were acquainted with him in the past.

Shotaro Taguchi is a recently hired lawyer who is assigned to work at a middle school under a new program called the "school lawyer system." During his time there, he has a confrontation with a parent who is upset about their child being physically disciplined. The parent threatens legal action against the school, but Taguchi stands his ground and removes the individual from the premises. However, the situation escalates a few days later when the parent provides a document allegedly signed by the student's teacher, Mochizuki, admitting to the use of corporal punishment.

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Renowned educator Kuroki Kurodo transitioned from teaching at a top-tier cram school for the middle school entrance exam to leading a struggling institution. Despite the school's poor track record, Kurodo confidently assures that the students will excel in their exams. He emphasizes that a cram school is essentially a service-oriented business, where the future of children is the product being offered to parents.

Chae Rin, raised in a affluent household, excelled academically while showing little interest in typical teenage pursuits such as dating, social media, and appearance. However, she yearned for a change in her social circle to be more trendy. This desire led her to start skipping classes to socialize and drink with a new group of friends who influenced her to alter her appearance. One day, Chae Rin's life took a turn when she met Min Ho, a 23-year-old part-time DJ at a nearby nightclub. With his adult status, car, and ability to spoil her with lavish gifts and treats, Min Ho embodied the prince charming Chae Rin had always dreamed of.

Childhood companions, Gu Wei and Xu Zi Rui, spent their formative years together

In a mini-series consisting of 10 episodes, Sammy Leung will portray various characters and team up with his close friends. The show explores the different facets of love when it is undervalued, admired, tested by infidelity, or disrupted by a third party. Each of the 10 characters will showcase a unique approach to love, prompting the question of which one reflects Sammy's authentic self and how he will handle matters of the heart. (Popular Asians)

New version: A spinoff is being released for the series M: Ai Subeki Hito.

Nezu Haru, a senior student at the University of the Arts, is majoring in video production. Despite being a first-time director, he is struggling to choose a topic for his film. Yoshikawa Kazuya, who also works as a photographer, notices Haru's dilemma and receives a notification from the "Motus" app on his phone. Although Haru is not interested in the app, a post by his underclassman, Usui Miyako, reveals Haru's girlfriend, Kuga Yuri, cheating on him with another man.

At Hartford High School, senior students are expected to reside in the dormitory together and study collectively to enhance their academic performance. They are required to surrender their mobile phones during this period. However, the dormitory manager Zeng Bao Qian struggles to manage the students effectively. Two other teachers are frustrated with Zeng's lack of assertiveness and decide to help him develop a more authoritative persona. One student, Gorilla, who excels in sports, struggles academically and resorts to cheating. Zeng makes a wager with the principal, promising to help Gorilla improve his grades significantly. Despite his best efforts, Gorilla falls short of the target. Feeling disillusioned, Zeng decides to resign, but the students implore the principal to let him stay. Will Zeng be able to support the students until the end of their academic journey? (Taiwan Pavilion)

Wang effectively managed Class 11-B with his unique teaching methods until Ou Xian ming, a new student, disrupts the balance. It is later discovered that Xian Ming is the offspring of a crime boss, shedding light on why Wang left his law enforcement career and Wu in the past. Wu learns that Wang left the police force due to feelings of guilt over his involvement in a colleague's death. Determined to seek justice, Wu decides to go undercover in the mafia to uncover the truth. Wang is touched by Wu's loyalty and vows to protect his late colleague's son. Together, they work to uncover the culprit and Wang eventually proposes to Wu. Will their marriage bring happiness this time around? (Taiwan Pavilion)

Miyuu lost faith in men after her father cheated with another woman. Nevertheless, she found herself falling in love with someone despite her lingering distrust.

Muso Tsutomu, who was elected as the Vice Chairman of the PTA due to his dedication to his grandchild, has decided to seek re-election for another term. Although many of the current PTA directors, such as Uchida Junko who is being considered for the position of Chairman, will continue in their roles, there are also some new members joining the PTA board.

A male high school teacher who works part-time is mocked for being known as "the teacher with just a face." Despite causing bewilderment among the students, he successfully influences his students' perspectives on life. (Yahoo News; Edited by Lee C)

Based in a voice acting academy, the story follows the journey of young women as they pursue their aspirations.