A transformative guidebook for K–12 school counselors, teachers, and administrators seeking to create affirming, equitable, and healing-centered environments for Black students
In Beyond the Doll Tests, Cheryl Holcomb-McCoy draws on decades of expertise as an educator, school counselor, and leader in equity to deliver compelling insights and practical strategies that address the impact of racism, trauma, and systemic inequities that shape Black students' experiences in America's schools. With powerful storytelling and evidence-based frameworks, this essential resource challenges educators to move beyond surface-level inclusion and become active partners in dismantling barriers to Black students' well-being.
Through case studies, reflective exercises, and scalable interventions, Holcomb-McCoy reveals how the legacy of racial bias—exposed so vividly in Mamie and Kenneth Clark's historic doll tests—continues to shape educational experiences today. The book offers actionable tools grounded in Black Psychology and culturally responsive practice, giving educators new language and strategies to affirm students' strengths, foster self-efficacy, and nurture positive identity development. Readers will find a roadmap for transforming school counseling, classroom practices, and district-wide policies to prioritize mental health, belonging, and academic achievement for Black youth.
This book is both a wake-up call and a beacon of hope, calling every educator to move from passive awareness to bold, principled action. With its blend of scholarly wisdom and heartfelt advocacy, this work empowers schools to become spaces where Black students are seen, valued, and equipped to thrive. For those ready to make real change, Holcomb-McCoy offers the vision and tools to get started.
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Beyond the Doll Tests
Affirming and Uplifting Black Students' Well-Being
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Education CounselingTable of contents
- Cover
- Title Page
- Copyright
- Dedication
- Contents
- Foreword
- Preface
- Part 1: Roots of Oppression in Black Communities
- Part 2: Interventions That Uplift Black Students’ Well-Being
- Part 3: Changing Systems of Oppression
- Epilogue
- Appendix A. African Slave Trade Map
- Appendix B. Family Letter: Understanding Restorative Justice in Our School Community
- Appendix C. Banned or Challenged Books Featuring Black Characters or by Black Authors
- Notes
- About the Author
- Index
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