Incoming NYC schools chancellor sets a new tone
Dennis Walcott makes his first speech at Teachers College. (Photo by Davin McHenry)
Dennis Walcott takes over the New York City public schools today, becoming its third chancellor in four months. He is also the fourth chancellor in a row to need a waiver for the job.
Mayor Michael Bloomberg’s appointment of Walcott is the latest in a series of moves by high-ranking education officials, both in the Big Apple and around the country. Los Angeles and New Orleans have named new leaders — John Deasy and John White, respectively — while many other cities are still looking. Atlanta, Chicago and
