State testing scores are in, and, for third through eighth graders in the School District of Philadelphia, the results are mixed. In the eyes of Superintendent Dr. Tony Watlington Sr., there’s reason for optimism, as well as signs of progress. The big picture data set, however, paints a different picture.  Watlington gives his perspective on the district’s performance in reading and math, while also sharing how the public can expect to get the facilities planning update due out later this fall.  00:00 Why Watlington says state test scores reflect "acceleration" 02:51 But what about the underperforming reading scores? 03:40 How the district plans to roll out forthcoming facilities planning report 07:35 More clarification about criteria-based students transferring back to their preferred school 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. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/privacy-policy Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://podcastchoices.com/adchoices