Synopsis
Down on his luck and out of money, former R&B star Steve Hightower lands a music teacher gig at an inner-city Chicago school. Showing who's in charge with his unorthodox approach, Steve discovers a new groove at Washington High School.
Episodes
1E1Back to SchoolA former funk star named Steve Hightower enlists as a high school music teacher away from his original career in Chicago.30m2E2Dead Dog WalkingBullethead is at the end of his rope when his dog gets impounded and he doesn't have the cash to bail him out. Meanwhile, Cedric gets the boot from his mama's apartment and looks to Steve for a place to live.30m3E3Mr. Hightower's OpusAs he and Cedric struggle to work out their differences as roommates, Steve bets Regina he can put together a school band in fewer than five days.30m4E4The RockRumors of an on-going affair sweep the school when Sara and Romeo are caught hiding in a closet while trying to avoid Principal Grier. Meanwhile, Cedric goes way overboard vying for Teacher of the Month honors.30m5E5Brush with GreatnessRomeo paints himself into a corner by falsely taking credit for the winning entry in a poster contest, for artwork that was actually done by Sophia. Meanwhile, Cedric receives a platinum card and goes on a spending spree, until he gets his bill.30m6E6Loose Lips Sink FriendshipsThe homecoming dance is approaching, and no one is happy with their dates. Romeo and Bullethead turn to Steve for help with the homecoming dance. Cedric joins a video dating service.30m7E7Papa Don't Take No MessRomeo's old-school father enrolls him in vocational-training classes, much to Romeo's dislike. Meanwhile, Steve and Cedric try to catch a mouse running loose in their apartment.30m8E8The Play's Not the ThingOn his way to play the piano at Regina's church, Steve gets arrested and thrown in jail with Cedric.30m9E9Big BrothersCedric volunteers to be a Big Brother to a teenage boy and tries to get Steve involved in the organization.30m10E10High Top ReunionSteve reunites with his old singing group to perform on an awards show. But when a band member gets sick, Cedric is the only available substitute.30m11E11That's My MamaSteve gets Regina to help trick his mother into believing they're a couple; Romeo makes two dates for the same night.30m12E12Pool Sharks Get BitBullethead and Romeo hope to pocket some cash hustling pool, but the tables are turned on them and they wind up holding the short end of the stick.30m13E13Coming to ChicagoWhen Steve scores hard-to-get tickets to a concert, Regina agrees to go out with him.30m14E14African-American MeOn his way to play the piano at Regina's church, Steve gets arrested and thrown in jail with Cedric.30m15E15When the Funk Bites the DustThe Hi-Tops' ex-manager gets engaged and the group gathers for a bachelor party at Steve's apartment. Angela takes a compatibility test from a magazine, and the results show that her and Steve are not compatible.30m16E16Big Daddy's Baby GirlA young woman claims to be Steve's daughter; Bullethead suddenly becomes popular with a pair of Chicago Bulls tickets.30m17E17I Do, I Don'tRegina's parents also visit to renew their wedding vows for their fortieth anniversary. Meanwhile, Snoop Doggy Dogg and Puff Daddy visit the school to talk to Steve's class about the rumored rivalry between East and West Coast rappers.30m18E18Guess Who's Not Coming to Dinner?Regina pretends to have a husband to impress an old school mate. Steve and his students are stranded in the airport.30m19E19The Roof is on FireSteve tries to put some sparks into Regina's dull party and proceeds to set the roof on fire.30m20E20Love with InterestA smooth-talking bank officer shows an interest in Regina. Romeo, Sara, Bullethead and Sophia steal a rival school's mascot.30m21E21Can't Buy Me LoveSteve gets Regina a birthday gift to show her that he cares. But Regina also gets an expensive gift from another admirer and believes it is from Steve.30m
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