‘We’re going to listen’: Philadelphia Superintendent Tony Watlington sets sights on rebuilding trust

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,…