When Lucas' old friend from Texas comes to New York, Lucas begins to wonder if New York had really changed him, and he starts to keep secrets from Riley.

It’s Riley’s turn to take the class fish home for the weekend, but it dies as soon as she gets it. Auggie suspects foul play.

Riley, Maya and Lucas emphasize the beauty of being unique as they rally around their friend Farkle Minkus, who may be on the autism spectrum. Meanwhile, his friendship with another student, Smackle, grows fonder.

While at Riley’s New Year’s party, everyone is wondering who will be together at midnight.

Riley becomes upset when the boys won't let her participate in a science experiment and tries to become more involved.

Riley's worried that her new classmates don't like the real her so she invents and online alter-ego named Jexica; Cory and Topanga face Auggie's internet usage.

Some students learn surprises about their diverse heritage during Cultural Week.