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Set within the high-pressure environment of Geumdo High School, *School 2017* revolves around the systemic corruption and rigid hierarchy that favors wealthy students while marginalizing the underachieving majority. The narrative ignites when a mysterious vigilante known as "Student X" begins orchestrating disruptive pranks to expose the administration's authoritarian flaws and corruption.The story primarily follows Ra Eun-ho, a cheerful, optimistic webtoon artist with mediocre grades whose ultimate dream is to attend university by illustrating a romance webtoon about a popular school boy. Despite her earnest efforts, she is falsely accused of being Student X due to a misunderstanding, plunging her into immediate disciplinary jeopardy. Meanwhile, Hyun Tae-woon, a rebellious, wealthy delinquent harboring deep emotional trauma from a tragic motorcycle accident that killed his best friend, is secretly revealed to be the true mastermind behind Student X. Tae-woon uses his vigilantism to strike back against his tyrannical principal father and the oppressive school board.As the pressure mounts, Song Dae-hwi, the school’s seemingly perfect student body president, struggles under the immense weight of his impoverished family’s expectations and his mother's relentless pressure. Dae-hwi’s once-close friendship with Tae-woon fractured following the fatal accident, creating deep-seated tension between them.When Tae-woon realizes Eun-ho is taking the blame for his actions, he steps forward to help her, leading them to form an uneasy alliance. Eventually, Dae-hwi is also drawn into their circle, using his strategic intellect to aid their cause. Together, the trio forms a rebellious resistance against the school’s corrupt merit-based ranking system, which openly alters exam scores and rewards wealthy parents for donations.Romance blossoms amidst the chaos, particularly between Eun-ho and Tae-woon, whose initial bickering evolves into a deeply supportive partnership. Tae-woon slowly heals from his survivor's guilt through Eun-ho’s unwavering affection, while Dae-hwi confronts his moral compromises, eventually reconciling with his former best friend and reconnecting with his girlfriend, Hong Nam-joo, after she learns to let go of her fabricated wealthy persona.The dramatic climax centers on a high-stakes disciplinary hearing designed to permanently expel Eun-ho and silence Student X for good. Bolstered by unwavering loyalty from their peers, teachers with a conscience, and irrefutable evidence compiled by the students, the corrupt principal's wrongdoings are exposed to the public. The oppressive administration is dismantled, restoring fairness and camaraderie to Geumdo High, and allowing the students to finally look toward their futures with hope.