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In this episode of The Advocate Podcast, Dr. Kristi N. Love tackles one of education’s hardest and most emotional questions:

👉 How does a child reach 8th grade still struggling academically?

Through an honest and balanced conversation about retention, social promotion, intervention, attendance, special education referrals, and systemic gaps, this episode explores what happens when students continue moving forward without truly getting the support they need.

Dr. Love discusses:

• How grades can sometimes hide learning gaps
• The emotional impact of both retention and silent struggle
• What schools must consider before special education testing
• Why attendance, interventions, and documentation matter
• The importance of early intervention and honest communication
• What real support for students should actually look like

This episode is not about blame.

It’s about reflection.
It’s about advocacy.
And most importantly, it’s about making sure students are not just passed along… but truly prepared.

🎧 If this conversation resonates with you, share this episode with a parent, educator, counselor, or school leader.

Because every child deserves the opportunity not just to pass,
👉 but to truly learn.

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