In its first incarnation (April to June 1982), the setting was Millard Fillmore High School in Los Angeles. Diana Swanson is an English teacher, Ben Cooper is the school principal, Michael Dreyfuss and Gwen Edwards are fellow teachers, Mr. Brody is the assistant principal and Mr. Pafko is the janitor. Most of the scenes were in the faculty lunchroom and lounge from which students were excluded.
Episode 1
Diana, Substitute Mother
Apr 14, 1982
Diana comes to the realization that her star student is troubled, but the situation escalates when the girl becomes a runaway. Also, Diana gives into a flirtation with her neighbor and agrees to a date.
Episode 2
The Dreyfuss Affair
Apr 21, 1982
Two female students set Dreyfuss up, claiming he made a pass at one of them.
Episode 3
Cooper's Grab for Gusto
Apr 28, 1982
Cooper begins to delegate responsibilities to Brody after the untimely demise of a colleague.
Episode 4
Quote, Unquote
May 5, 1982
Diana is in hot water when she reveals her candid views on premarital sex in the school magazine.
Episode 5
The Make-Up Test
May 12, 1982
Diana's decision to fail a student is vetoed by Cooper, who made a deal with the youth's father.
Episode 6
I've Got a Crush on You
May 26, 1982
Diana tutors a handsome football star who's got a crush on her.
Episode 7
The Once and Future Teacher
Jun 2, 1982
Consumed by paper work and committee assignments, Diana considers leaving the teaching profession.
Episode 8
Guns and Butter
Jun 9, 1982
A survey by a district specialist may result in program and personnel cuts at the school.