In this episode someone insists, "I can't let Nate know the truth," creating a hidden tension. At a school meeting Harold Walters demands an apology after Violet Swanson is accused of picking on Jack, but Nate has already apologized. Demi's mother regrets missed chances to protect her. Later Demi is crowned top student on stage. After the ceremony another child grabs Demi's certificate and Demi snaps, "This is my certificate, not yours!" The secret remains buried, and the certificate scuffle leaves the celebration unresolved and fraught.