TEXT: At Emma's house Mr. Simpson: Ms. Nelson how do you propose to get genetically modified foods out of the caf? Emma: Well Mr. Raditch we can start by looking at organic food suppliers. Mr. Simpson: Organic food in the cafeteria. What's next? Fresh mountain spring water in the water fountains? Emma: Archie be serious. Mr. Simpson: I'm sorry Em, but how many more times are we going to do this mock debate? Emma: Until I'm ready for the big meeting. Second period tomorrow! Mr. Simpson: You're more than ready for Raditch. You're ready to take on the UN. Oh it's way past your bedtime. Hey uh made your lunch for tomorrow, done your homework, brushed your teeth? Emma: Archie relax. Mr. Simpson: I'm sorry. I'm just, I'm not used to being in charge. Emma: You're doing great and remember mom will be home in two days. Wait. (She makes another change to her poster.) Mr. Simpson: Attention Degrassi students! Emma Nelson report to bed immediately or face a year's detention. Emma: But sir, what about my spotless academic record? Outside the school Emma: Hey guys! Wait up. Toby: Uh what's that? Emma: It's for my presentation to Raditch. JT: Uh oh. Emma's on the warpath. Better head for the hills. Manny: You guys should be proud of Em. She's Degrassi's very own Joan of Ark. Toby: Uh Joan of Ark was a lunatic who took orders from a burning bush. Manny: But Joan was also brave and strong and an inspiration to women everywhere. Just like our Emma. Emma: Thanks guys, but I'm no Joan of Ark. I'm just following my conscience. In the hallway, there's a poster for part-time work in the cafeteria Craig: Help needed in the caf. You applying for that? Marco: I don't know Spinner. Working in the caf probably sucks. Spinner: Okay I worked in the caf last year, remember? It definitely sucks. (Jimmy
SUMMARY:
With Terri by her side, Ashley attempts to make amends for her actions at her house party. She eventually earns the forgiveness of Paige and Hazel, and apologizes to Jimmy for what happened between them. Jimmy is convinced they are back together, but when Sean comes calling, Ashley makes plans to go on a date with him. The news of the date soon spreads, and Ashley is back where she started, only without Terri. Meanwhile, Toby becomes smitten with the new girl, without realizing she's Spinner's sister. Note: This episode marks the first appearances of Melissa DiMarco and Stacey Farber as Daphne Hatzilakos and Ellie Nash.