Ep 16. The Four Musketeers

The Facts of Life season 3 episode 16 titled "The Four Musketeers" follows the girls of Eastland Academy as they try to save their beloved school from closing down. When Mrs. Garrett learns that the school's financial situation is dire, she encourages the girls to take matters into their own hands and come up with a solution to save Eastland.

To do so, the girls form a secret club called "The Four Musketeers," dedicated to brainstorming ways to raise money for the school. They meet in secret and come up with a variety of fundraising ideas, including a charity talent show and a bake sale. However, their plans are put at risk when they realize the school's strict headmaster, Mr. Bradley, is onto their scheme.

Meanwhile, Tootie's obsession with being a detective leads her to try and uncover a scandal involving Eastland's faculty, leading her and the girls on a wild goose chase that ultimately leads to nothing. The girls must also navigate their own personal lives, as Blair struggles with her parents' divorce and the pressure to maintain her social status, and Natalie grapples with her feelings for a boy from a rival school.

As the girls work tirelessly to raise money for Eastland, tensions rise between them as they struggle to balance their newfound responsibilities with their friendships and academic obligations. When their fundraising efforts hit a roadblock, they must come up with a new plan to save their school before it's too late.

Throughout the episode, the girls of Eastland Academy learn the importance of teamwork, determination, and standing up for what they believe in. With heartwarming moments and comedic relief, "The Four Musketeers" is a classic episode of The Facts of Life that showcases the enduring bonds of friendship and the power of young people to make a difference.