Delightful show that got me through the pandemic. It came on the Antenna channel and I watched it every day during the lockdown. To be totally honest nothing about the 80s is of interest to me. I don't like the fashion, music (except for Janet Jackson), movies, or TV shows, but I fell in love with this program. I find most 80s sitcoms to be cheesy and predictable. However, this show had unique characters and creative storylines. Four girls from different walks of life attend a private boarding school in upstate New York, guided by their no nonsense headmaster, Mrs. Garrett. The show starts out when they're 12 or 13, and follows them until their 20s. It's a realistic portrayal of female friendship. They encounter real world problems and learn valuable lessons. It's nice to see a show where teenage girls aren't partying or chasing after boys every second. Somewhere in the mess of Hannah Montana and iCarly, TV shows about girls became vapid and encouraged problematic behavior, such as disrespect, gossiping, and obsession with physical appearance. This is a cool show - it's still relevant for preteen and teenage girls even today.
