Camila is hiding a giant secret: her mother is on death row. To prevent discovery, Camila avoids friendships. She keeps to herself. If people find out, they will see her only as a criminal's daughter.

Todd and Tina saw their father kill their mother. But they can't agree on what happened. Did their father murder their mother, or was he trying to protect Todd and Tina? Whose story is right?

As the only English speaker in a family of undocumented immigrants, José handles all communication. Plus he works two jobs, leaving no time for school. If he wants to graduate from Rondo Alternative, things need to change.

When Jessica is diagnosed with social anxiety disorder, she finally understands why it's hard to interact with others. Rondo Alternative High School gives her a fresh start. Can she overcome her fears and make some friends?

After serving time for assault, Jada lands in foster care and a new school. She knows she has to control her bursts of anger if she wants to live with her mom. Can she turn her life around?

Nong Vang dreams that one day he'll be an MMA superstar. He can trash-talk with as much force as his deadly kicks. But being a hero in his real life hinges on more than his first amateur MMA fight-it means struggling through school and protecting his family from his bully big brother. Can he find the courage and skill to succeed inside the cage and out?

With nods to the traditional and popular predecessors of boxing and wrestling, Jones adds to the Dojo series a heavy dose of drama. Hector, on the verge of 18 and also his first big mixed martial arts fight, has a lot going on. His father's alcoholism has split the family apart, his girlfriend and his best friend choose each other when his commitment to MMA leaves little time for socializing, and his mother disapproves of his passion, constantly worrying...