A Stepping Stone

Summary

Whitley choreographs Gilbert Hall's step routine for a competition during homecoming festivities. She annoys everyone with her pushy attitude, and team captain Jaleesa throws her off the squad for insulting the rhythmless Freddie. Whitley reconsiders her behavior following a meeting with her childhood idol, a respected 92-year-old alumnus who never married and is completely friendless. Walter blackmails Dwayne into tutoring the football team's star offensive lineman, ""The Meat Locker,"" for a math test that he must pass to remain eligible for the big game.

Guest stars

• Jaime Cardriche as Winston 'The Meat Locker' Woodson
• Kelly Jo Minter as Charisse
• Leila Danette as Ms. Pruitt
• Eartha Robinson as Libby Hall Step Captain
• Lance Reed as Football Player
• Tracy Harrison as Suzanne Taylor
• Tamara Taylor as Extra (uncredited)