Superintendent Dr. Tony B. Watlington Sr.

🎓🎉 It was an honor to recognize our outstanding students from across the @PHLschools alongside their families, teachers, and principals at the annual SDP Valedictorian & Salutatorian Celebration. Congratulations to this year's honorees! #PHLED

Inspired by the incredible student leadership on display at the Need in Deed Annual Celebration of Student Learning. Proud to present Taggart Elementary students with awards for their impactful projects on homelessness and gun violence. #PHLED

175 @PHLschools students visited Citizens Bank Park for a fun STEM experience hosted by the @Phillies and @MyPGW! After a year of hard work in the classroom, students enjoyed hands-on activities throughout the ballpark. Thanks to our partners for supporting our students! #PHLED

Honored to attend the @wacphila's Junior Model United Nations final conference and see students step into the role of global leaders. 🌎 Through the Jr. MUN Student Diplomat Program, students built skills in diplomacy, collaboration, public speaking, and problem-solving. #PHLED

Today we celebrated our 2nd Annual PHLAbilities. Students with varying abilities were recognized for their achievements and contributions across @PHLschools. A joyful celebration of inclusion and belonging! #PHLED

Proud to join the Vare-Washington community for the 16th Annual Walk for Autism Acceptance. A meaningful day celebrating inclusion, awareness, and support for students and families. #PHLED

A historic day honoring Dr. Constance Clayton’s legacy. We unveiled the building name, new street sign, and a new Mural Arts installation during the renaming ceremony. Thank you to @502casa Pres. Dr. Robin P. Cooper, the Renaming Committee, @cmjyoungjr, and @MuralArts. #PHLED

Another highlight from the DOPE Student Podcast at Mayfair Elementary was seeing learning in action! 🔧 Thanks to Mike Polito of @WisemanInd for teaching students in Mr. Jarrett’s class hands-on CTE skills and real-world lessons. #PHLED

🎙️Great joining the DOPE Student Podcast at Mayfair Elementary! We talked about my journey in education, student well-being, attendance, achievement, and bringing more joy into our schools. Always powerful to hear directly from our students. Watch here: bit.ly/4u46Rue

Honored to welcome more than 130 faith leaders to our inaugural Faith-Based Summit, focused on collaboration to support student achievement, well-being, attendance, and educational equity across Philadelphia. Grateful for the partnership and shared commitment to our students.

Congrats to our students awarded scholarships from the Kerry T. Pacifico Family Foundation! 🎓 Grateful for 62 years of support helping @PHLschools students access opportunity and achieve their goals. #PHLED

We visited @LaSalleuniv to see our Learn to Swim pilot in action! Logan Elementary 2nd graders are learning life-saving skills with support from student-athletes. Part of #AcceleratePhilly in partnership with the Mayor's Office of Education. #PHLed

Glad to celebrate Principal Bianca Reyes of Julia de Burgos Elementary and her student recognized as City Year’s Young Idealist of the Year! Also connected with KCAPA finance teacher Patrick Freeman and congratulated Darryl Bundrige of @CityYearPhilly for his continued impact.

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week & National School Nurses Week! 📷 Grateful for the care, expertise, and commitment our educators & nurses bring to our students and school communities every day. #PHLED youtu.be/D55bX9W11_k

Across @phlschools, principals set the tone for learning, culture, and achievement. Today we thank our school leaders for driving progress and supporting students, staff, and communities every day. youtu.be/k-JGwnuKyV0 Happy National School Principals' Day! #PHLED

We had the chance to surprise Mrs. Veronica Montijo-Nunez of @EHSOwls as our Teacher of the Month! Joined by @FOX29philly’s @BobKellyFOX29, we celebrated an educator preparing students for real-world success every day. Learn more: bit.ly/TOTM0426 youtu.be/OECkqzH_EkU

Great to join @phillymayor, District leaders, and partners to kick off It's a Summer Thing registration at City Hall! ☀️ Excited for a summer full of programs and opportunities for Philly's youth and families. #PHLed #SummerLearning

Joined @templecehd Dean Monika Williams Shealey at the Constance E. Clayton Scholarship Reception honoring future educators & Dr. Clayton’s legacy. Congrats to Dr. Michael Casserly on the Urban Education Leadership Award & Building 21 grad Anipsy Urena on earning the scholarship!

Yesterday, @PHLschoolboard Pres. @RLStreaterEsq, VP Sarah-Ashley Andrews, District leaders, and I met with @PHLCouncil to present @phlschools’ budget for the 2026–2027 school year. We value the opportunity to collaborate and discuss priorities that support our school communities.

@phlschools educators and @pftlocal3 gathered for a Teacher Advisory Council meeting focused on collaboration and dialogue. The discussion included the Wellness Policy, student attendance, school selection, and a budget overview. #PHLed #LeadershipInAction