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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.

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Collaborative and results-oriented superintendent serving the children and families of the School District of Philadelphia

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@watlington_sr
Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
9 months
My how the time flies... My youngest is now a student at Howard University!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
10 months
So pleased to announce the appointment of the District’s new Deputy Superintendent of Academic Services, Jermaine Dawson, Ed.D. He will support in the implementation of the five-year strategic plan, Accelerate Philly. Learn more about Dr. Dawson . #PHLED
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
9 months
It’s Friday and we are looking forward to enjoying one of Philly’s finest cheesesteaks!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
Excited to join Team RSS in providing an extraordinary education to every student everyday! Be an original!
@RSSchoolsNC
Rowan-Salisbury Schools
3 years
Join us in welcoming our new superintendent, Dr. Tony Watlington Sr., who was sworn in last night with his children and family alongside. Over the past 24 hours, @watlington_sr has been busy visiting with students, teachers, board members, and school & district administrators.
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
And that’s game! Congratulations to the @JCHSCougars girls basketball team for their win in the 3A State Championship! Ladies, we couldn’t be prouder of you all. Great to see our @RSSinformation scholar-athletes excelling on the state level!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
11 days
We're so grateful to @JalenHurts for his generous commitment to improving learning environments in Philly schools. His $200k donation will install over 300 air conditioning units in 10 @PHLschools , ensuring comfort and uninterrupted learning during warmer months. #PHLED
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
Congratulations to the @JCHSCougars who remain undefeated after a fantastic game tonight! What a game! @RSSinformation
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Always a good day when Will Smith visits his alma mater - Overbrook High School! @Overbrookhigh
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
It’s going to be a great game! Go Birds! 🦅
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
11 months
So proud of my last graduate!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
I love this!
@HurleyElem
Hurley Elementary
3 years
Our @HurleyElem   students love their new reading space while listening to music! @DukeEnergy @RSSchoolsNC #RSSExtraordinary #5Houses1Family
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Today, I had the joy of celebrating (and testing) the new rooftop playspace at ⁦ @ChildsGw ⁩. Thank you to everyone who invested in this project and prioritized the needs of our students!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Enjoying my first Leadership Convening and getting to know our amazing school leaders.
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
It was indeed a great meeting today with Mayor Alexander. Looking forward to working in partnership with the City of Salisbury to ensure that our students receive extraordinary education and support every day!
@KarenKAlexander
Mayor Karen Alexander
3 years
I had a great meeting with Dr. Tony Watlington, RSSS' new superintendent. I look forward to a strong partnership with our Renewal School System. #SalisburyNC
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
What an exciting morning at the Dunbar School, officially ringing the bell with @PhillyMayor , @malcolmkenyatta and @TempleUniv students! #phled #ringthebellPHL
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
I'm proud to be the superintendent in the city where the Declaration of Independence was signed #SDPbelieve #PHLed
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
On a big day for the School District of Philadelphia, I was happy to host my good friends Dr. Tom Williams and Dr. Mike Priddy — former Superintendents, leaders of the North Caroline Public School Forum, and partners in pursuing excellent education for young people nationwide.
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
6 months
“What if, when we saw a Black boy, instead of putting a basketball or detention slip in his hand, we took his hand and invited him toward a career in teaching?” Spot on, @selmekki !
@EdWeekOpinion
Education Week Opinion
6 months
There’s a Black male teacher shortage. @selmekki shares 3 solutions. #EWOpinion #AskAPrincipal
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
I was thrilled to join over 1700 pumped up RSS staff members in our THINK Conference today! What a great learning organization! 😎
@leslie_sechler
Leslie Sechler
3 years
I can't tell you how PUMPED I am today for the #RSSTHINK2021 conference!! Let's GOOoooo!!! @RSSinformation @Amieteachtech
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
8 months
Huge thank you to @SenatorHughes and @thesherylralph for their leadership of the “See Me-Imagine You” campaign that inspires and supports our @PHLschools scholars! #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Let’s go Phillies!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Every time I hear America’s Principal ( @PrincipalKafele ) speak, I get inspired! Today was no different at #BMEC2022
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
Many thanks to our State Board of Education and our NCDPI leaders for supporting NC’s first and only Renewal School District! #RSSExtraordinary
@4LifeEducator
Robert Taylor
3 years
Superintendent Tony Watlington of Rowan-Salisbury Schools shares with SBE the major work to address student academic and social emotional growth. Great leader for his community!! His goal: educate the whole child!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
I am proud of the dedication and collaboration between ⁦ @PHLschools ⁩ ⁦ @WDKelleySchool ⁩ & ⁦ @TempleUniv ⁩ ⁦ @TUDentistry ⁩ to bring the first dental clinic inside a #phled school providing dental care access to students in the community🦷🪥
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
What a wonderful opportunity hearing from our students about their summer paid work opportunities offered through the District. These are integral work experiences that provide real-world career opportunities and connect their passions to their classroom learning. #phled #CTE
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Good morning from the Broad Street garage! I enjoyed meeting with our bus drivers as they prepare to start their routes for the first day of school. #ringthebellphl
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Excited to be here with ⁦ @PhillyMayor ⁩ and ⁦ @ibxfdn ⁩ at Northeast High School for our Back-to-School bus tour celebration!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
7 months
So happy to celebrate @TempleUniv 's $1.4m grant from the @PADeptofEd to support initiatives that will increase the recruitment & retention of educators in the workforce, with a focus on educators of color with @SenatorHughes @drmwshealey @SenSharifStreet @malcolmkenyatta .
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
Thank you, @NC_Governor for visiting @RSSinformation to see extraordinary summer school in action @knoxmiddle #RSS
@RSSchoolsNC
Rowan-Salisbury Schools
3 years
. @NC_Governor visiting teacher FeliciaYoung @FITinEDU at @knoxmiddle
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Today, I’m living vicariously through Dr. Bailey, the Principal of @RushArts . Congratulations to the leadership, staff and students on your Blue Ribbon designation 🎉 #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
7 months
Recruiting a more diverse workforce is one of the priorities of OUR new strategic plan. I was so thrilled to be a panelist today at The Pennsylvania Latino Convention and to discuss building the Latino Educator Pipeline. #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Great article! Takeaway? Clarify the school’s vision, protect teachers from initiative overload, and celebrate growth!
@ELmagazine
EL Magazine
1 year
Leaders must balance the demands of teachers' workloads against the risk of burnout. @RoehmMelissa and @lindspren ask, "What are the highest-leverage, research-based practices that would enhance Tier I instruction in our classrooms?"
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
I’m hearing rave reviews about how our Leadership Coach team represented The School District of Philadelphia at @ASCD ! Kudos team!
@MichaelFarrell
Michael Farrell
1 year
Honored to watch our @PHLschools Leadership Coach team present twice at @ASCD this weekend! Sharing both our coaching model & our work in growing & sustaining equity-centered leaders. @watlington_sr @502Casa #phled #LeadPhled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Ended the school day at Patterson Elementary to dismiss students. Such a great first day for @PHLschools ! I look forward to the rest of the 2022-2023 school year. #RingthebellPHL #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
9 months
So pleased to kick off New Hire Orientation and welcome new teachers and counselors to the District this morning. Have a great school year everyone! #PHLED
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 months
So proud of our students, teachers, principals, families, staff, and entire @phlschools community for their hard work as we lead large urban districts in academic recovery. Way to go team! #PHLED
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
I’m looking forward to having breakfast with a champion from South Philadelphia High School!😎 #SDPbelieve
@SouthPhilaHS
South Phila. HS
2 years
👀 who won the last raffle @PHLschools Leadership Convening😆 Thank you @EvelynNunez608 @MichaelFarrell @DrJAEBrown for preparing us to greet our students & staff! @SDPLN13 @watlington_sr #SDPbelieve #PHLed
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
Thanks team RSS for an extraordinary week of fellowship, learning, and planning!
@KellyWWithers
Kelly Withers
3 years
I don’t have the words to describe this week and the passion of these educators! I am honored and inspired by each one of them! I cannot wait to see #whatsNEXTRSS ! @RSSinformation @watlington_sr
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 months
Thank you to @AASAHQ for the opportunity to participate on a panel at #NCE2024 where we discussed equity-centered leadership, shared how to build leadership pipelines, & highlighted some of the great work happening. @Phlschools @WallaceFdn #PHLED
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
5 months
So glad that student teachers in PA will get paid! Great step in helping to address our teacher pipeline crisis!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
6 months
Good morning, Philadelphia. I voted! Did you?
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@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
6 months
In observance of Election Day, all District schools will be closed for instruction on Nov. 7th. Please note that some schools will remain open as designated voting sites. To learn more, read a message from Superintendent Tony B. Watlington Sr., Ed.D. here:
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
What a beautiful day for the LAST Back-to-School Bus Tour stop! This has been an exciting initiative throughout the summer, getting students and families ready for a new, fresh start. #SDPBusTour #RingtheBellPHL @PHLschools
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Today, I visited Parkway West, the only high school in Philadelphia with an Early Education CTE program. It was great to learn about their ideas and programming - and how that may help support the teacher pipeline. #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
I was excited today to address and learn from 250 talented students and educators from across the US at the annual @educonphilly conference! Kudos to Principal @chrislehmann and his staff, parents, and students! @PHLschools @PHLschoolboard @slanews
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
Way to go Hornets! State championship bound!
@KellyWWithers
Kelly Withers
3 years
Next stop STATE CHAMPIONSHIP! Congrats @SHS_Hornets !
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
5 months
It was an honor to be a panelist at the Black Men Educators Convening this year. Special thank you to @selmekki and @CenterBlackEd for hosting and creating a space for District staff along with educators from all over to collaborate and work to create change. #bmec2023 #PHLED
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
4 months
So honored to kick off the 29th Annual Greater Philadelphia Martin Luther King Day of Service today at @GirardCollege with @GovernorShapiro @SenBobCasey @PhillyMayor @PPDCommish @CouncilmemberKJ @PHLCouncil @IBX @TJUHospital and many other elected officials and partners. #PHLED
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Having spent 6 years in an army ROTC program (high school and college), I was so impressed today when I visited our Philadelphia Military Academy. It is one of only a few public schools like this in the nation!
@Jacki10a
Jackie Anderson
2 years
Thank you visiting our school today, Superintendent Watlington!!!! Our students spoke openly, candidly, and honestly about PMA’s glows and grows. Teaching and learning at its best! @MsAli_8 @DavidCLugo1 @watlington_sr @PHLschools @Ryan_Scallon
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
So glad we were able to celebrate the RSS Class of 2020 today!
@RSSchoolsNC
Rowan-Salisbury Schools
3 years
🎓🎓🎓 Congratulations, Class of 2020! 🎓🎓🎓 We are so glad we got to celebrate you in person today!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
It was truly an honor to join @PhiladelphiaMi8 staff and students in celebrating a remarkable, young man. Congratulations to Cadet Second Lieutenant Kaheem Bailey-Taylor for receiving the Medal of Heroism, the highest @USArmy medal awarded exclusively to JROTC cadets. #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Thankful for many learning and networking opportunities at the 50th @NABSE_org Conference and it’s been great to see some of my former colleagues from Guilford County, NC! @BrenElliott247 @scontrerasPhD @DrGrenitaLathan @DrAvisW
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
It was an honor tonight to celebrate these distinguished principals at the 2023 Lindback Award for Distinguished Principals Ceremony. Congratulations to these well-deserving school leaders! #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Honored to be the graduation speaker!
@PSU_CollegeOfEd
Penn State College of Education
1 year
@watlington_sr , superintendent of @PHLschoolswill , will be the commencement speaker for the College of Education’s spring 2023 #commencement ceremony at 9 a.m. Sunday, May 7, at @PegulaIceArena
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Wonderful Philadelphia experience tonight! Introduced as superintendent by Patti Jackson on-stage at The Dell Music Center.
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Today, I’m pleased to join @CCPedu President Dr. Guy Generals and VP Dr. Dave Thomas on our second CTE High School tour at Dobbins High. These visits will inform the new Strategic Plan for @PHLschools - specifically, how we cultivate current and new partnerships! #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
5 months
So proud and honored to learn and plan with these awesome educators this weekend! @MCELLeaders
@phillycoachreem
Kareem Thomas, M.Ed.
5 months
Day two of @MCELLeaders Convening did not disappoint. Continuing the work and recommitting to get it done for our students. Thanks @watlington_sr for allowing us to attend. @MichaelFarrell @DawsonJermaine1 @PHLschools 💪🏾💪🏾
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
The first week excitement continues with another new schoolyard opening at @Anderson_SDP ! Thanks to all of our partners for this vital investment in our students. #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
This week, I had a meeting with our partners in #playgrounds , the @Eagles , and we ran into fan fav, @JasonKelce . #phled #NEWHEIGHTSPODCAST #PhiladelphiaEagles
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
So proud of our Salisbury Hornets! State Champs! @RSSinformation @SHS_Hornets
@KarenKAlexander
Mayor Karen Alexander
3 years
Congratulations Salisbury High School!!!! #SalisburyNC #NCHSAA
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
Many thanks to our 35 RSS principals! I appreciate your vision, innovation, and pursuit of equity for our students and families!😊
@RSSchoolsNC
Rowan-Salisbury Schools
3 years
Principals, thank you for leading our schools with courage and conviction. Your tireless efforts to serve the children of Rowan County are seen and appreciated! Let us know something you appreciate about your principal!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
This morning, I joined the Philadelphia Building and Construction Trades Council in celebrating Strawberry Mansion High School students who successfully completed a pilot training program aimed at providing students with exposure to a career in the building trades. #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
We are less than a week away from the first day of school! It’s been a busy time in the District, but I’m thrilled and eager to welcome students on Monday. Thanks to @NatashaCBS3 and @CBSPhiladelphia for this opportunity. #RingtheBellPHL #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
Honored to fellowship, learn, and plan with 250 extraordinary RSS teachers and leaders! #WhatsNextRSS #BeExtraordinary
@RSSchoolsNC
Rowan-Salisbury Schools
3 years
This week, 200 teachers, 33 principals & district leaders are in Lake Junalaska planning for the future of Rowan-Salisbury Schools. Follow along to watch inspiration, hard work and a whole lot of fun unfold! #WhatsNextRSS #BeExtraordinary @watlington_sr
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
Many thanks to our awesome RSS School Nutrition Managers! You are appreciated!
@RSSchoolsNC
Rowan-Salisbury Schools
3 years
Our RSS Nutrition managers are training so they can make this next school year extraordinary! @watlington_sr @laltmann1 @RSSKidsEat #beextraordinary
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
4 months
Yes! Honored to be here today to witness this historic inauguration!
@WilliamsSharrie
Sharrie Williams
4 months
A full house on this historic day in the city of Philadelphia. Cherelle Parker is being inaugurated as the city’s 100th mayor. She is the first woman and first Black woman to be elected to the office. @6abc #Philly #Philadelphia
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Today I met with Union leaders to discuss the ways we can make @PHLschools even better for the children of Philadelphia. Happy to be a part of this village. And a special thanks to the culinary students at @SwensonLions for preparing a delicious lunch!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
When our students are successful and have access to opportunities allowing them to graduate college and career-ready, it becomes the best asset for our communities, our city and beyond. The new 21st Century Schools Model aligns with this belief. #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Caleb tells me that this is a good afternoon to watch Clemson vs. Louisville (rain or shine)!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
I was pleased to be a guest of Dr. Connie Clayton at a Pennsylvania Academy of Fine Arts reception tonight!
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@watlington_sr
Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
7 months
It's truly remarkable to be recognized as one of the @PhillyTrib 's Most Influential African Americans of 2023 who are making a difference in business, community, education, health and religion. This is such an incredible honor and I am truly grateful. #PHLED
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@watlington_sr
Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
8 months
Great panel discussion about the shift from balanced literacy to the science of reading as well as how we can better partner with parents!
@CenterBlackEd
Center for Black Educator Development
8 months
After watching @Readby4th ’s showing of #RightToReadPhilly we have a panel conversation with Dr. Nyshawana Francis-Thompson, @PHLschools , the Center’s @selmekki , @LauraBoyce215 , @TeachPlus , Angel Osorio, @TeachForAmerica alumnus, and John Butler, Reading Captain + Author.
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
So excited to welcome our new @RSSinformation teachers today to NC’s first and only Renewal School District! Thank you all for choosing RSS and know that we will value and support you! #BeExtraordinary
@ac_educates
Anita Curry
3 years
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
I had breakfast with a champion principal this morning!😎
@SouthPhilaHS
South Phila. HS
1 year
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
This was a nail biter as the @sixers almost tied it at the buzzer with @JoelEmbiid ’s long range 3-pointer! What a game!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
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No better way to spend a Monday than learning together about the science of reading and strategies to grow this partnership work!
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AIM Institute
1 year
Wonderful to spend the afternoon talking about building a culture of #literacy w/ teachers & administrators to support Philly students with @watlington_sr and @PHLschools team members. #structuredliteracy #richcontent #AIMPathways @AIMSchool #teachertraining #partnerforimpact
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
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Another great meeting collaborating with CFO Mike Herbstman, Chief of Curriculum & Instruction Dr. Nyshawana Francis-Thompson, Deputy Superintendent of Academic Services @DawsonJermaine1 , Chief Learning Officer @MichaelFarrell , @pftlocal3 and the Teacher Advisory Council. #PHLED
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
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When you ask what @PHLschools is doing to provide students with pathways to technology careers, @PhillyUTP is a critical part of that conversation. What an inspiring morning celebrating #20yearsofUTP . #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
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Today I had the pleasure of watching 3 @FrankfordHS students in the Aviation Academy take flight! This is one example of how @PHLschools is creating meaningful career pathways for our students. 🛫 #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Proud to become an Honorary Student Government member at H.A. Brown! I got some valuable feedback and a homework assignment!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
I have participated in my fair share of back-to-school celebrations, but today was my first time celebrating the new school year in a ballpark with our young people and, of course, with a local favorite, the Phillie Phanatic. Thank you, @Phillies ! Get ready to #RingtheBellPHL
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
It was great to practice self-care today by participating in an early morning 5K run with my superintendent colleagues from across the US at the @AASAHQ conference in San Antonio. Great day of professional learning as well! #fitleaders
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
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So pleased to join U.S. Secretary of Education @seccardona , @Phillymayor , Dr. Generals, @councilwomankgr , distinguished labor leaders & education partners at the INVEST IN AMERICA roundtable discussion regarding apprenticeships with labor unions, CTE, K-12, & Higher Education.
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
8 months
Happy First Day of School!
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Kristen Graham
8 months
First #phled day, and I am super psyched. And so is @watlington_sr , welcoming students at Bartram HS.
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Visited @CAPAHighPhilly for the first time and was treated to an incredible performance. #PHLed students are exceptionally talented!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
9 months
So proud that Philadelphia has the largest agricultural high school in the United States! Great visit and panel discussion last week with US Agriculture Secretary Vilsack!
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Kristen Graham
9 months
A reminder that the largest agricultural HS in the country is a #PHLed school on Henry Ave. Or, ICYMI, @SecVilsack came to Philly on Friday to announce millions in USDA money for Philadelphia orgs - and programs that benefit @WBSaulHS . Story:
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
11 months
What a phenomenal team of 30+ year veteran administrators! Congratulations and thank you for your service to Philly’s children and families!
@TomasNHanna
Tomás Hanna
11 months
@502Casa & @PHLschools celebrating our senior career leaders!! What a great evening! Thank you for your service! @watlington_sr @RLStreaterEsq @FixMallory @EvelynNunez608 @LeadersPHL
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
What an exciting night for @Mortonmcmichae1 as we celebrate a brand new playground! Thanks to @DrexelUniv and Mantua Civic Association for making this a reality! #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
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What an incredible opportunity for our students to have access to some of the nation’s illustrious HBCUs - all under one roof. I was thrilled to see representation from both the largest (my alma mater, @ncatsuaggies ) and oldest ( @CheyneyUniv ) HBCU in the country! #phled #HBCU
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
1 year
Today, @CCPedu President Dr. Guy Generals, VP Dr. Dave Thomas and I participated in our first of several high school visits to inform how we will grow our CTE partnership! Kudos to @SwensonLions on your 97% graduation rate!
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Thank you @KevinHart4real , @JMorganchase and @Booktrust for supporting @PHLschools by reinforcing the importance of reading and financial literacy! I enjoyed spending time with students at Robert Morris School as they shared vision boards about their financial goals.
@PHLschools
Philadelphia Schools
2 years
Philadelphia native, @kevinhart4real , stopped by Robert Morris School to talk about the importance of goal setting and following your dreams. Thanks to @booktrustusa for their commitment to inspiring the joy and power of reading for our students. #HartOfItAll #ChasePartner #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
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What a wonderful morning celebrating the $22M capital improvement project at the Richmond School! Congratulations to @Srozanski1 and her entire school community. #phled
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 months
So pleased to join @phlschoolboard President @RLStreaterEsq , @SenatorHughes , @SenSharifStreet , @RepDwightEvans as well as @502Casa President Dr. Robin P. Cooper at the One Philly FY25 #PHLBudget Address to @PHLCouncil delivered by @PhillyMayor Cherelle Parker. #PHLED
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 months
Thank you @SenatorHughes , for bringing us together to celebrate a $10M grant dedicated to supporting educator recruitment and retention efforts. We're thrilled to embark on this journey of innovation and collaboration as we strive to create a new generation of educators together.
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
2 years
Looking forward to Phase 3 and the development of a strategic plan with the goal of making @PHLschools the fastest improving large urban district in the nation.
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Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.
3 years
So proud of Felicia Young for her extraordinary efforts to connect with her math students at Knox Middle School! And thank you Governor Cooper for recognizing her!😎
@RSSchoolsNC
Rowan-Salisbury Schools
3 years
Felicia Young, a math teacher at Knox Middle School, was recognized by Governor Roy Cooper for her innovative use of @tiktok_us to teach math to her students amid the Coronavirus pandemic! Check out this short video about her great work. @FITinEDU @knoxmiddle @watlington_sr
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