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Covering Philly's public schools for @chalkbeat.
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‘We’re going to listen’: Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington sets sights on rebuilding trust

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By Rebecca Redelmeier Verified
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Sign up for Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system. Philadelphia Superintendent Tony B. Watlington Sr. has begun his fifth year on the job with his focus set on improving students’ academic performance. But other pressing issues, including the 17 schools the district plans to close beginning next year, may command the attention of students, families, and staff.
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Philadelphia kicks off a new school year as students, educators brace for looming school closures

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By Rebecca Redelmeier Verified, Carly Sitrin Verified, Sammy Caiola Verified
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Sign up for Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system. After 120 years of operation, Philadelphia’s Overbrook Elementary School might have just had its final first day of school. Kids skipped through the schoolyard and parents waved goodbye to students wearing fresh uniforms Monday morning as Overbrook and the entire Philadelphia school district kicked off the 2026-27 school year. For some, the mood was somber.
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5 things to watch for Philadelphia’s 2026-27 school year

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By Rebecca Redelmeier Verified, Carly Sitrin Verified
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Sign up for Chalkbeat Philadelphia’s free newsletter to keep up with the city’s public school system. Philadelphia schools will open their doors to students next week as educators and families brace for what could be a tumultuous year. The upcoming school year will be the last for nine district schools as Superintendent Tony Watlington moves forward with his plan to close schools beginning in 2027.
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