Ep 1. Boarding School

The Danny Thomas Show, also known as Make Room For Daddy, is a classic American sitcom that first aired in 1953. The show revolves around the life of Danny Williams, a nightclub entertainer trying to balance his career and family life. In season 4 episode 1, titled Boarding School, we see Danny and his wife Kathy struggling to make a tough decision for their daughter Terry's education.

Terry has been accepted into a prestigious boarding school, but Danny and Kathy are hesitant to send their little girl away. They fear that the school will not provide Terry with the warmth and love that she is accustomed to at home. However, Terry is excited to go, and Danny and Kathy do not want to stand in the way of their daughter's dreams.

The episode opens with Danny and Kathy discussing Terry's acceptance into the boarding school. They are both hesitant about the idea, but they do not want to disappoint their daughter. They decide to visit the school to see if it is the right fit for Terry. The couple meets with the school's headmaster, who shows them around and introduces them to some of the students. Danny and Kathy are impressed with the school's academics and the students they meet, but they are still not sure if it is the right choice for Terry.

As they leave the school, Danny and Kathy discuss their options. They decide to let Terry make the decision, but they want to make sure she knows that they are supportive of whatever she chooses. Terry is thrilled to hear that her parents will support her decision, and she ultimately decides to attend the boarding school.

The rest of the episode focuses on Terry's time at the boarding school. Danny and Kathy miss their daughter terribly, but they are happy to hear that she is thriving in her new environment. Terry is excelling academically and making new friends. However, she becomes homesick and begins to doubt her decision to attend the boarding school.

Danny and Kathy visit Terry at the school, hoping to cheer her up. They bring her favorite foods and spend the day with her, reminding Terry of how much they love her and how proud they are of her accomplishments. Danny even performs a concert for the students at the school, which boosts Terry's spirits.

In the end, Terry realizes that even though she misses her family, she is grateful for the opportunity to attend the boarding school. She knows that her parents are always there for her, and she feels confident that she made the right decision. Danny and Kathy are relieved to see that Terry is happy and thriving in her new environment.

Boarding School is a heartwarming episode that explores the difficult decision parents face when sending their child away to school. It highlights the importance of supporting children in their decisions and the power of love and family in overcoming homesickness. The Danny Thomas Show continues to be a beloved classic sitcom that resonates with audiences even today.