Six steps for cultivating quality learning environments for black girls according to Monique W. Morris' extensive interviews and research in Pushout.

1) The protection of girls from violence and victimization in school
2) Proactive discussions in school about healthy intimate relationships
3) Strong student-teacher relationships
4) School-based wrap-around services
5) Increased focus on student learning coupled with a reduced emphasis on discipline and surveillance.
6) Consistent school credit recovery processes between alternative schools and traditional district or community schools.