After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr: Facilities plan blowback, revisions
The superintendent explains why he reversed course on two proposed building closures, and addresses a new bathroom policy
The Week in Philly from KYW Newsradio
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Show Notes
During a marathon public meeting with the Board of Education that lasted longer than a school day, Dr. Tony Watlington Sr. announced that two schools initially designated for closure as part of the School District of Philadelphia’s facilities master plan will now stay open. Why did Watlington change his mind about Conwell Middle School and Motivation High School? What prompted him to stick with his decision to close Lankenau High School, despite community outcry? Watlington explains the rationale, and also praises major changes to the district’s student wellness policy.
00:00 Why were Conwell Middle School and Motivation High School spared?
02:09 The controversial Lankenau High School decision
03:53 Reaction to public blowback to facilities master plan
06:43 Incorporating mandatory bathroom breaks for students and other changes into wellness policy
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