Betty Lee, Senior

Betty Lee is counting down the days before senior year, and she’s determined to make the last summer of her junior high unforgettable. Together with her two closest friends, Kathryn Allen and Carolyn Gwynne, she celebrates the end of exams by gathering certificates and swapping plans for a seaside getaway. The trio heads for a rented cottage on the coast, eager to trade school corridors for sand, surf, and the promise of endless freedom.

As the car rolls toward the ocean, Betty’s excitement builds—she’s never truly seen the sea, only heard it in stories, and the prospect of beach parties, clams, and picnics feels like a secret world opening up. Carolyn hints at a surprise that will keep the girls guessing, while the friends sketch out lazy afternoons under a fountain, lemonade, and ice‑cream‑dripping evenings. Their laughter and whispered plans set the tone for a summer that feels both ordinary and extraordinary.