Pushout

"Pushout" by Monique Morris sheds light on the shocking experience of Black girls in America's school system. One-third of girls with school-related arrests are Black despite only making up 16% of female students. Morris chronicles the struggles of Black girls facing cultural illiteracy, stigmas, and institutional degradation. Despite these obstacles, these girls still find ways to maintain their dignity in classrooms and juvenile facilities. Explore these untold stories and learn about a growing movement to change harmful practices and support marginalized students.