Reese inadvertently perfects Malcolm and Stevie's science experiment, but he can't remember how he did it. Dewey thinks of reasons to convince people to buy the candy he's selling.
The Sweathogs go into verbal battle against the debating class after their teacher insults the Sweathogs, and Gabe challenges them to a debate. James Woods guest stars.
Barbarino decides to run for student body president, but his campaign techniques create more problems than anyone bargained for.
It is a strange day when Vice Principal Woodman becomes friendly with the Sweathogs and Mr. Kotter becomes the school disciplinarian.
After receiving his failing midterm report card, Barbarino asks brainy Judy to tutor him.