
Episode #5
What Happened Before the “Attitude”?: How Schools Fail Black Girls
Send us Fan Mail In this episode of The Advocate Podcast , Dr. Kristi N. Love explores how Black girls are disciplined in schools and what is often missed before they are labeled “defiant” or “disrespectful.” Through the story of a 17-year-old facing discipline, she examines how bias, dress codes, and exclusion shape school responses, and asks what children’s behavior is communicating and what experiences shape it. She also reflects on her own experiences and calls for a shift from punishment to curiosity, care, and relationships. The episode challenges educators to rethink discipline as restoration rather than exclusion, and to consider how many Black girls are pushed out instead of supported. The Advocate Podcast: Amplifying Voices. Challenging Systems. Prioritizing Children. Connect With Me To submit a question or join my mailing list, use the information below. Facebook Group: TheAdvocate Instagram: @TheAdvocateDr.Love Email: Dr.Love.TheAdvocate@gmail.com

