
"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 is handed the tough assignment of hosting a five-hour radio program.

Natalie has the opportunity to break into journalism, but she may lose her boyfriend in the process.

Natalie and Tootie make some discoveries when they move into an apartment together.

Cindy must compete with Blair to be Harvest Queen.