Philadelphia teacher Surprised by ‘Abbott Elementary’ Star

by bmanyibe | Apr 15, 2019 | Seasonal

By Johann Calhoun, Chalkbeat The hit show “Abbott Elementary” highlights Philadelphia teachers’ commitment to their students’ success despite the chronic underfunding of local schools. Although the mockumentary-style show is a comedy, many of its scenes reflect reality for Philadelphia teachers who work long hours and buy school supplies for their students. Xiomarra Robinson, for one,…