Philadelphia mayoral election 2023: How Cherelle Parker answered 10 important education questions

The next mayor will have the responsibility of appointing the city Board of Education’s nine members, who in turn appoint and evaluate the superintendent, and monitor the district’s progress related to student achievement.

Cherelle Parker, Philadelphia’s Democratic candidate for mayor, wants year-round school, more city funds to the district, and an appointed school board.

Read more about what Cherelle Parker has to say on education issues.