Jimmy and Ashley have finally patched things up and start dating once again. Even though Ashley's style has changed, she assures Jimmy she is still the same girl inside. Meanwhile, Toby and JT learn far more than they ever wanted to know when discussing birth control in health class.

Emma complains to Principal Raditch about the use of genetically modified foods in the cafeteria. When Raditch says they haven't been proved to be harmful, Emma stages a student protest.

After his father dies, Craig is distraught because of the fight they had the last time they spoke. He tries to get his life back on track but it turns out to be more difficult than he thought. JT makes good on his promise to take Liberty to the school dance, where Spinner and Paige are up against Jimmy and Hazel for Luau King and Queen.

Feeling like a wallflower, Manny decides to try out a new overtly sexual fashion style at school despite it contravening the school's code of conduct. Her attempt at looking sexy has the affect that she is hoping. The person who shows the most interest in her is her long time friend J.T., who is a bit confused about these new feelings he has for his friend. But he has to work fast to attract her attention as others are also showing interest in her. With her new look however is also a new self-absorbed attitude. Meanwhile, Craig, Marco, Jimmy and Spinner have formed a yet unnamed band. Joey has allowed them to use his garage as a practice space. Joey is vicariously reliving his teen-aged years through the band much to Craig's chagrin.

Things are pretty hot between Craig and Ashley, but he's disappointed that she keeps pulling back from going all the way.