
"You take the good, you take the bad ... ." Originally set at the prestigious Eastland School for Young Women, housemother Mrs. Garrett is the caretaker and confidante of a special group of girls. Over time, this group shrinks to be centered on only four young women: wealthy and spoiled Blair, gossipy Tootie, eager-to-please Natalie and tough girl Jo. Over the years, the girls graduate from school, and the story lines evolve with them.

Jo attends a country club cotillion with Blair's suave childhood friend.

Tootie's new boyfriend questions the real motives of her white friends.

A visit by Blair's handicapped cousin brings back a lifelong conflict.

Jo "picks up" an expensive gift for Mrs. Garrett's birthday.