In September of 1968, middle schooler Rita Pettis runs into her neighbor's niece rocking an afro, the first she's ever seen. When encouraged to try the new hair-do, she reports to school only to find herself suspended for wearing her natural hair.
| Actor | Role |
|---|---|
| AAaliyah SulivanRita | Rita |
| CCharlize PatmonMichelle | Michelle |
| IImani JacksonAaliyah | Aaliyah |
| CChad AndersonPricipal Myers | Pricipal Myers |
| TTaj YoungMother | Mother |