‘Pushout’ Documentary Delves into Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools

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    ‘Pushout’ Documentary Delves into Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools

    Black girls who have been subject to punitive school policies and practices are at an increased risk of coming into contact with the juvenile and criminal courts and leaving school altogether, ultimately impeding their ability to achieve future success and lead successful and healthy lives, according to a new documentary, “Pushout: The Criminalization of Black Girls in Schools.” The film presents a number of these stories in heartbreaking detail and further explores a topic that was originally presented in the 2016 book of the same name byMonique W. Morris. “Why not go to heaven now? I don’t want to be ...


    “Pushout” is being screened in several cities. For more information or to host a screening, go to www.pushoutfilm.com.

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