Boston Public (2000)
S01E08 Chapter Eight
Episode Overview
Buttle meets a stunning college sophomore named Lisa, who shares his enthusiasm for Shakespeare. Impressed by his insights into the playwright, Lisa decides to sleep with Buttle, leading to an unforgettable afternoon of passionate encounters. Meanwhile, at Winslow High, Senate learns that Juan Figgis' mother has been sentenced to prison for drug offenses. Juan, feeling the weight of responsibility, dismisses Senate's attempts to persuade him to stay in school and chooses to drop out to support his family. In a different turn of events, Lipschultz collapses during class and is hurried to the hospital. Classmate Kelly O'Toole admits to spiking his coffee with ecstasy as a prank. Harper takes a tough stance, calling the police to arrest Kelly, who is led away in cuffs as they search lockers. Senate grapples with his conscience regarding Juan's situation and contacts Social Services, which results in the family's separation. Realizing his actions caused more harm than good, Senate decides to establish a
