
"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.

Despite Mrs. Garrett's objections, the girls settle in for an all-night study session.

Blair fires sorority-party caterer Mrs. Garrett.

Blair is stunned by her socialite sister's decision to become a nun and then by a shocking announcement from Jo.

Blair believes that she is the only one capable of keeping her sister and Jo from becoming nuns.