Joyce Wilkerson
Coverage of Joyce Wilkerson in the Nexus archive.
- As Philadelphia plans to close schools, board members call for more scrutiny of charter enrollment
Philadelphia plans to close 17 district schools, prompting some Board of Education members to demand scrutiny of charter schools under the Renaissance Initiative, which has not succeeded in improving neighborhood schools. Many Renaissance schools enroll students outside their catchment areas, increasing competition with district schools.
- Philadelphia school board adopts $4.6B budget with millions in cuts
The Philadelphia Board of Education approved a $4.6 billion budget with millions in cuts, leading to reductions in climate staff, teachers, counselors, and substitutes. Superintendent Tony Watlington cited a $300 million deficit and rising costs as reasons for the cuts, while city officials criticized the budget and school closures. The board also passed a $266 million capital budget for school renovations.