How do I make an Abbott Elementary ID badge?

Search online for the Abbott Elementary school logo, print it out on cardstock, write 'Janine Teagues' or 'Gregory Eddie' with 'Teacher' as the title, and slide it into a standard plastic badge sleeve on a lanyard.

What is Janine's style in Abbott Elementary?

Janine's style is 'eccentric teacher-chic'—she loves long, colorful patterned maxi dresses, denim jackets, bright cardigans, and statement belts, often mixed in slightly clashing patterns.

Is this a good school-appropriate costume?

Yes, this is an incredibly appropriate, comfortable, and recognizable costume for real-life teachers to wear to school on Halloween.

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Abbott Elementary Costume

Channel your favorite dedicated public school educator with effortless teacher-chic style.

Abbott Elementary is the hit mockumentary sitcom following passionate teachers in a Philadelphia public school. Dressing up as the optimistic Janine Teagues or the practical Gregory Eddie is a popular choice for teachers and comedy fans alike. The look consists of classic, colorful, and slightly quirky business-casual teacher attire complete with a school lanyard.

Difficulty: Easy
Time: ~20 min
Budget: $25–60

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Janine's patterned maxi dress
A colorful, busy-patterned maxi dress or a long skirt paired with a bright, layered cardigan.
DIY: Use any colorful, patterned long dress or a long skirt and cardigan combo from your closet.
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Gregory's button-down shirt
A neat, short-sleeve or long-sleeve button-down shirt in blue, gray, or olive green.
DIY: A standard, well-pressed casual button-down shirt.
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Gregory's khaki pants or chinos
Classic flat-front khaki pants or slim-fit chinos in beige or tan.
DIY: Any clean pair of tan or beige dress pants.
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Abbott Elementary ID badge and lanyard
A blue or red breakaway lanyard with a clear plastic badge holder containing a printed 'William C. Abbott Elementary' staff ID card.
DIY: Print a custom 'Abbott Elementary' logo on cardstock and slip it into an old work or school lanyard.
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Teacher accessories
A clipboard, a stack of graded papers with red ink marks, or a travel coffee mug.
DIY: Carry a real clipboard with some printed worksheets or homework pages.
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How to put it together

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Choose your character: Go for Janine's vibrant, layered boho-chic style or Gregory's neat, structured business-casual look.
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For Janine, put on a colorful patterned maxi dress and layer it with a contrasting cardigan. For Gregory, wear a pressed button-down shirt tucked into khaki trousers.
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Print out a custom 'Abbott Elementary School' logo and write your chosen character's name on it to create a teacher ID badge.
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Place the ID badge inside a clear plastic holder and hang it around your neck on a blue or red lanyard.
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Put on comfortable, sensible footwear like flats, boots, or clean sneakers suitable for standing on your feet all day.
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Grab your props, such as a wooden clipboard, a red pen, a stack of papers, or a travel mug to complete the public school teacher aesthetic.

Makeup & hair

For Janine, style your hair in voluminous, bouncy natural curls or a half-up, half-down curly style with minimal, fresh-faced makeup. For Gregory, keep hair neatly groomed and short.

Abbott Elementary for couples, groups, kids & more

couples: Go as Janine and Gregory, the ultimate will-they-won't-they teaching duo.
group: Assemble the whole staff including Principal Ava (in glamorous designer wear), Melissa (in a sports jersey and gold jewelry), Barbara (in a neat cardigan and sensible skirt), and Jacob.
kids: Dress your child in a miniature public school uniform or a tiny teacher outfit with a oversized lanyard.
Plus size: Janine's signature flowy maxi dresses and cardigans are incredibly comfortable, stretchy, and flattering for all body types.

Tips

This is one of the most comfortable costumes possible, making it perfect for long workdays, school events, or chilly October nights.
Keep the colors bright and slightly mismatched if you are going as Janine to capture her quirky, optimistic personality.
Carry a red pen and occasionally 'grade' your friends' party behavior or outfits on your clipboard for a funny in-character bit.

Abbott Elementary costume FAQ

How do I make an Abbott Elementary ID badge?: Search online for the Abbott Elementary school logo, print it out on cardstock, write 'Janine Teagues' or 'Gregory Eddie' with 'Teacher' as the title, and slide it into a standard plastic badge sleeve on a lanyard.
What is Janine's style in Abbott Elementary?: Janine's style is 'eccentric teacher-chic'—she loves long, colorful patterned maxi dresses, denim jackets, bright cardigans, and statement belts, often mixed in slightly clashing patterns.
Is this a good school-appropriate costume?: Yes, this is an incredibly appropriate, comfortable, and recognizable costume for real-life teachers to wear to school on Halloween.

Did you know? The show's costume designer, Susan Michalek, intentionally sources Janine's clothes from accessible, real-life retail brands to keep the character's public school teacher budget authentic.