Summary

Telegrams and letters continue to arrive at Harrison High School, Miss Narwin’s home and the Malloy household. They support Phil’s actions and discredit Miss Narwin. Superintendent Seymour expresses his concern to Principal Doane at keeping Miss Narwin on the staff, especially with the public outcry and upcoming budget vote. Dr. Doane defends Miss Narwin and Dr. Seymour explains he plans to meet with Ted Griffen and try to smooth things over.

Philip is anxious to get back to school but wonders how his friends will treat him. On the way to the bus stop, Ken Barchet teases Phil about being famous and when Phil says he will ask Miss Narwin for extra credit work, Ken says that Miss Narwin is probably too mad to help Phil. In the hallways at school, students tease Phil and some even express anger at what he has done...