# Dr. Watlington grades himself | After School with Dr. Tony Watlington Sr.

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Podcast: [The Week in Philly from KYW Newsradio](https://stenobird.com/podcast/the-week-in-philly-from-kyw-newsradio-863398)
Published: 2026-06-17T20:00:00+00:00
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## Resource

Summer is here and school is out! Dr. Tony Watlington Sr. grades himself for his job performance as superintendent during a tumultuous academic year, while sharing the School District of Philadelphia’s plans to establish a transitional office for students and families impacted by impending building closures. KYW Newsradio Education Reporter Mike DeNardo also asks Watlington for an early peek at enrollment numbers for next school year. 00:00 What grade would Dr. Watlington give himself? 02:32 Setting up transitional programs for students and families affected by forthcoming 2027 school closures 03:59 Looking ahead to next year’s enrollment numbers Have a question for Dr. Watlington? Email us at afterschool@kywnewsradio.com and listen for a response on future episodes of "After School!”

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