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After a failed attempt to turn co-ed, St. Edith's Academy is reverting back to all girls, leaving seventh grader Jeremy Miner as the lone boy. He pins his hopes of getting out on expulsion for pranks around school, which escalate until things ultimately go too far. An intentionally unrealistic premise instead puts our focus on the memorable characters and deep friendships in this lighthearted romp.