The Johnstons prepare for the arrival of Joose, a Finnish exchange student. While Liz, Anna and Jonah enjoy living on their own, the younger kids help Trent up his social media game for his new job.
The Johnstons introduce Joose to American traditions, including pumpkin carving at Halloween and a Friday night at the high school football game. Meanwhile, Alex is struggling in school.
Elizabeth is the first Johnston child to move out into her own house. Anna hopes to be close behind, but she may not have convinced her parents that she's responsible enough.
Trent and Amber Johnston are in the middle of renovating their dream home from top to bottom while raising five children. As the family prepares for Anna and Elizabeth's first formal dance, they receive a shocking call from school.
There is a dilemma whether to purchase living room furniture or a brand new TV in the midst of renovation. Meanwhile, Jonah tries out for the high school soccer team.
Trent and Amber meet with an intimacy coach to spice things up, and a cooking competition inspires Alex to improve his culinary skills. Jonah's girlfriend Ashley visits from Asheville, and Anna teaches new tricks to her main man -- the family dog Cruiser.