When is $48 million still not enough? That’s the big question Dr. Tony Watlington Sr. is facing after deciding to move forward with hundreds of job cuts in the School District of Philadelphia, despite City Council’s recent funding boost. The superintendent explains his reasoning to KYW Newsradio Education Reporter Mike DeNardo, while also addressing the controversy surrounding Pride festivities at a South Philadelphia elementary school.
00:00 Why City Council’s $48 million cash infusion isn’t enough to thwart impending job cuts
03:27 Concerns about relationship with City Council moving forward?
05:41 Addressing conservative social media criticism of Meredith Elementary’s Pride celebration
06:42 Enrollment information about summer school enrichment program
Have a question for Dr. Watlington? Email us at afterschool@kywnewsradio.com and listen for a response on future episodes of "After School!” Catch the show on the air every Wednesday at 3:45 PM ET on KYW Newsradio 103.9 FM.
