Hailey's On It! - Bringing Home the Beacon (S1E12)
Hailey vows to fix the ill-fated Oceanside Lighthouse before her mom can sell it.
| Runtime (min) | 11 |
|---|---|
| Air Date | 2023-07-01 |
| Genres | Animation, Family, Comedy, Sci-Fi & Fantasy |
| TV Rating | TV-Y7 |
| Network(s) | Disney Channel |
Storyline
When Hailey discovers that her mom is planning to sell the historic Oceanside Lighthouse, she makes it her mission to restore the beloved landmark before the sale goes through. The lighthouse has fallen into disrepair and no longer functions properly, making it seem like a lost cause to most people in town. Determined to preserve this piece of local history and prevent her mother from making what she sees as a mistake, Hailey throws herself into the restoration project with characteristic enthusiasm.
With help from her friends, Hailey tackles the various problems plaguing the old structure, from mechanical failures to structural issues. The episode follows her efforts to get the lighthouse beacon working again, symbolizing both the literal restoration of the building and Hailey's determination to bring light back to something her community has given up on. As the deadline approaches, Hailey must work against the clock to prove that the lighthouse is worth saving and convince her mom to reconsider the sale.
What kids learn
This episode teaches children about the value of historic preservation and community landmarks. Hailey demonstrates that buildings and places can hold significance beyond their practical function, serving as important connections to a town's history and identity. Young viewers learn that sometimes things worth saving require effort and commitment, even when others have given up hope.
The story also explores the importance of understanding different perspectives within families. While Hailey sees the lighthouse as a treasure worth preserving, her mom has practical reasons for considering the sale. Children can learn that family disagreements don't always have a clear right or wrong answer, and that listening to each other's reasoning is an important part of resolving conflicts.
Additionally, the episode reinforces lessons about perseverance and problem-solving. Hailey doesn't just complain about the potential sale; she takes concrete action to address the underlying problems that make the lighthouse seem unsalvageable. Kids learn that when you care deeply about something, rolling up your sleeves and doing the work can be more effective than simply wishing things were different.
Parents' top 5 questions
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Is this episode appropriate for younger elementary-aged children? | Yes, this episode is suitable for younger viewers. The conflict centers on saving a lighthouse rather than any intense or frightening scenarios. The story focuses on problem-solving, teamwork, and family communication, all presented in an age-appropriate way. The eleven-minute runtime also makes it easy for younger children to stay engaged without becoming restless or losing the narrative thread. |
| What does this episode teach about respecting parents' decisions? | The episode presents a nuanced approach to family decision-making. While Hailey disagrees with her mom's plan to sell the lighthouse, she doesn't simply rebel or throw a tantrum. Instead, she works constructively to address the practical problems that led to the decision. This shows children that respectfully working to change a situation is different from defiance, and that parents' decisions often have reasons worth understanding even when kids disagree. |
| Does Hailey succeed in saving the lighthouse? | The episode focuses on Hailey's determined efforts to restore the lighthouse's functionality and prove its value to the community. Her journey emphasizes the importance of taking action for causes you believe in and working hard toward meaningful goals. The story highlights the process of restoration and the lessons learned along the way, showing that effort and commitment matter regardless of the final outcome. |
| Are there any scary or intense moments involving the lighthouse? | The lighthouse setting is presented as a fixer-upper project rather than a spooky or dangerous location. The challenges Hailey faces are mechanical and practical in nature, involving repairs and restoration work. The tone remains lighthearted and adventure-focused throughout, consistent with the show's overall style. There are no horror elements or genuinely frightening scenarios that would upset sensitive viewers. |
| What conversation starters does this episode provide? | This episode opens up discussions about what makes places special to communities and families, why some things are worth preserving, and how we balance sentimental value with practical concerns. Parents can talk with children about landmarks or places that matter to them, times when they've had to work hard to save or fix something important, and how families can work through disagreements when everyone has valid points to consider. |
Writing
Directing
| Season # | Episode # | Episode Name |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | On New Year's Eve, 14-year old Hailey decides to make a list of all the big things she wants to do but the real-world challenges she gives herself suddenly have huge stakes when a crazed Professor arrives from the future and tells Hailey the fate of the world depends on her. |
| 1 | 2 | Hailey and Scott set sail to catch the legendary Blue Ono so they can win the top prize at the Fish Taco Festival. |
| 1 | 3 | After becoming ‘Sheriff for a Day’ at a western reenactment town, Hailey uses her newfound authority to rid the town of an invading dirt bike crew. |
| 1 | 4 | Hailey and her dad enter Oceanside’s Sandcastle Building Contest, but a cheating A.C. goads her into a small-scale medieval war of epic proportions. |
| 1 | 5 | When the star of the school musical injures herself in the middle of the show, Hailey must overcome her fear of performing in front of an audience. |
| 1 | 6 | When Hailey’s plan to build an owl habitat is derailed, she learns the value of sacrifice for the good of a friend. |
| 1 | 7 | When Hailey, Scott and Beta discover that they’ve been scammed at a Hero Force cosplay event, Hailey finds the hero within her to stand up to the bullies. |
| 1 | 8 | Kristine feels like the third wheel after she unexpectedly joins Scott and Hailey on a road trip. |
| 1 | 9 | Hailey must lead her friends out of an Egyptian-themed escape room that chaos bots have rigged to crush. |
| 1 | 10 | Hailey secretly adopts a smelly, old flamingo and quickly realizes she’s bitten off more than she can chew. |
| 1 | 11 | Hailey must decide between perfection and fun in order to win a local music festival. |
| 1 | 12 | Hailey vows to fix the ill-fated Oceanside Lighthouse before her mom can sell it. |
| 1 | 13 | When Hailey takes on the list item “Get the Top Score at Mega Dance Hero,” she discovers a breakdancing secret from her mom’s past. |
| 1 | 14 | Kristine’s dad takes over her quinceañera and replaces Scott as her waltz partner. |
| 1 | 15 | Hailey must reunite an estranged childhood singing duo, but begins to worry about her and Scott’s relationship and future. |
| 1 | 16 | Hailey joins the cheerleading squad when she needs to earn an “easy” varsity letter but quickly realizes she’s underestimated the skill and spirit it takes to cheerlead. |
| 1 | 17 | Hailey must defeat a chaos bot that has infiltrated her school while simultaneously winning the school’s Crab Queen Pageant. |
| 1 | 18 | Hailey befriends Scott’s little sister, but their friendship is tested by two escaped wild cats. |
| 1 | 19 | Hailey races to find her little brothers, Dwayne and Johnson, after she loses them at a K-pop concert. |
| 1 | 20 | After a mishap with Hailey’s list, secret government agents nab Beta thinking he’s a U.F.O. |
| 1 | 21 | Hailey brings Scott to Catalina Island to get him out of an uncharacteristically mopey funk. |
| 1 | 22 | When Hailey throws a party, she sees an opportunity to kiss Scott as part of a harmless game. |
| 1 | 23 | Hailey ditches Scott at a dinosaur show to build a mystery gadget from The Professor. |
| 1 | 24 | Becker schemes to ride a condemned alpine slide but must endure her school rival, Kennedy. |
| 1 | 25 | Hailey finds a leather jacket that brings out her rebellious side. |
| 1 | 26 | When Hailey gets distracted by her list item instead of babysitting the school mascot, she lands herself in hot water. |
| 1 | 27 | When Scott has an awesome idea for a social media filter, A.C. claims the idea as his own. |
| 1 | 28 | After Hailey reads an online rumor about Dingles Chips, she, Scott and Beta go to the factory to expose the truth. |
| 1 | 29 | Beta suspects Alphred, a cleaning robot, is a chaos bot spy, but Hailey and Scott aren’t so sure. |
| 1 | 30 | Hailey and Beta ditch Scott to complete a complicated corn maze on their own. |
| 1 | 31 | When Hailey's sleepover prank goes awry, she must choose to lie or come clean. |
| 1 | 32 | Hailey faces her fears of trampolining (and sweating in public) in a film noir-style Trampoline Town. |
| 1 | 33 | In a competition where the winner has a sandwich named after them, Hailey is pitted against Scott. |
| 1 | 34 | When Hailey must be truthful for a day, she ends up delivering a comedy roast. |
| 1 | 35 | Hailey enters Frank into a bird show where they run into his former mean trainer. |
| 1 | 36 | Expert bowler Hailey struggles with a list item that requires her to lose to her dad at bowling. |
| 1 | 37 | When Hailey loses a mini-reindeer, causing Christmas to not exist in the future, she must "Throw the Best Oceanside Christmas Festival Ever" to save all future Christmases. |
| 1 | 38 | Hailey's attempt to find the Oceanside Mermaid leads to a shocking discovery. |
| 1 | 39 | When the Denogas move in with the Banks family, Hailey and Scott try to speed up the process. |
| 1 | 40 | Hailey goes to great lengths to catch a foul ball at a Barnacles game. |
| 1 | 41 | When a popular magician's tricks are exposed, Hailey must find the perpetrator. |
| 1 | 42 | Scott gets into an exclusive club at school thanks to an amazing hair gel but quickly regrets ignoring the gel's side effects. |
| 1 | 43 | Hailey throws her parents a dream wedding. |
| 1 | 44 | Hailey and Scott get thrown into detention. |
| 1 | 45 | After Hailey accidentally inspires her dad to go on strike, she struggles to make his famous fried rice for a school event. |
| 1 | 46 | Hailey causes an infestation of a wild, futuristic critter. |
| 1 | 47 | Hailey and Scott work at A.C.'s family shop while A.C. shoots a commercial. |
| 1 | 48 | A hypnotized Scott inadvertently provokes Rowdy Ronnie, who forces Scott to wrestle him. |
| 1 | 49 | Hailey's attempts to save a whale are interrupted by her talkative next-door neighbors. |
| 1 | 50 | Kristine and Hailey go to a local spa where Kristine has a goat-induced revelation. |
| 1 | 51 | Hailey hides proof of her crush on Scott in a book that the school gossip manages to find. |
| 1 | 52 | Hailey pulls out all the stops to be named Student of the Week. |
| 1 | 53 | When Hailey and Scott go "Running with the Goats" for a list item, Hailey tries to keep her meddling mom away. |
| 1 | 54 | Scott receives an invitation to a prestigious luge academy. |
| 1 | 55 | Hailey lives the life of her favorite pop star but finds out it's all work and no play. |
| 1 | 56 | Hailey's plan to tell Scott her feelings at the school dance are thrown into disarray when a compatibility app says they might not be meant for each other. |
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