Skyscraper

Skyscraper is the third chapter of the series.

Main Plot
After the recent deaths of Mitch's father and his family dog, he and his mother cope in bad ways. When she is already becoming abusive in the aftermath, what will she do when she sees how her son is coping?

Sub Plot
Cat is in desparate need of passing her new math class. Knowing that just doing her work wont cut it, she seeks extra credit. But do to her appearance and reputation, Mr. Donn takes it the wrong way and has Cat earning her A after class.

Third Plot
Penelope's grandfather, Jonathan, moves in to stay with her and her parents. The catch; he has alzhiemer's disease and Mr. and Mrs. Romano can't watch him most weekends, or after school hours. When Penelope is stuck with an old man who doesn't even know what his breakfast was, she is overwhelmed and bummed out. Good thing she makes a new friend in art class!

Last Plot
Storm's mother is paying off her recent divorce and hasn't been able to provide much for her daughter lately. When Storm gets the chance to have what she wants will she take it?

Trivia

 * This episode is named after Skyscraper by Demi Lovato.
 * Penelope and Mindy meet.
 * Jonathan Romano moves in with Penelope and her parents.
 * Lisa makes a new friend who influences her to make a bad choice.
 * Mitch and Storm meet and sparks fly.
 * Mitch joins The Coping Club.
 * This is one of the most serious episodes of the season, as it focuses on very realistic and serious topics.