Sam's story revolves around his struggle with self-acceptance and the fear of societal judgment. As a transgender teen with deep insecurities, Sam has always felt out of place in his previous school and environment. After moving to Riverview with his parents, he starts attending Riverview High, where he meets new friends who encourage him to join the school's Gender Sexuality Alliance (GSA). Through the support of the GSA community, Sam begins to overcome his insecurities and starts a relationship with Jamie. However, his journey is complicated by the courage and openness of his friends, particularly Alex and Taylor, whose bravery both inspires and challenges him, intensifying his feelings of inadequacy towards Jamie.