Frankie's explanation of Hamlet in ""street talk"" saves Dorothy's job and Frankie's dismissal from school.

Dorothy helps one of her young students recover from her crush on the biology teacher with stories and humor.

When Dorothy and her friends hear a rumor that the headmaster is being fired, they all begin secretly to vie for the job.

Dorothy's quick thinking keeps Frankie in school, and results in field trips for faculty and students.