In this episode, we kickstart our "Back to School" series, focusing on the current state of education for Black students in Florida's K-12 public school system. Our conversation with Amber Roberts sheds light on the experiences of working in the alternative education environment, where some students face what she considers "double jeopardy." Caught between the criminal justice system and the education system, these students lack the necessary resources and guidance to navigate their educational journey, often leaving them stranded on the threshold of progress.

Unfortunately, this vulnerable student population is frequently overlooked and sidelined when discussing educational development. However, Amber emphasizes the critical importance of not only empathizing with these students but also advocating for them. Join us in this three-part series as we delve deeper into understanding the crucial role we all must play in supporting our students and dismantling the barriers that impede their growth.

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Executive Producer:

Alexis Cummings

Story Editor:

Brittany Jones

Hosts / Producers:

Brittany Jones

Kavontae Smalls

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