Book Discussion: My Life in School by Tom Sobol

Harriet Sobol, wife of former Scarsdale Schools Superintendent Tom Sobol will lead a discussion about her husband's new book, "My Life In School" on April 3, 2013 at 7:30 P.M. at the Scarsdale Library.

"My Life In School" is a touching and passionate memoir of Sobol's journey from depression-era schoolboy to educational innovator and leader. Tom Sobol, former Superintendent of the Scarsdale Schools, New York State Commissioner of Education, Distinguished Professor at Columbia Teacher's College, and architect of New York State's New Compact for Learning, shares his life and his thoughts about the fundamental educational issues of our time with wisdom and clarity. Sobol writes of his life, blending experience, savvy, and heart, while also providing insight into the political forces that frame some of the major debates around education.

The book has already been reviewed by some of Sobol's colleagues and they have given high praise to Sobol. Andrew Selesnick, Assistant Superintendent for Leadership Development and Human Resources of the Chappaqua Central School District said, "The story [Sobol] tells on these pages reveals how he grew into the teacher and leader so many of us have followed, and leaves one eager to pursue the vision of public schooling he articulates so well and with such evident joy."

Elizabeth Bermel, director of the Scarsdale Library said, "We are pleased to welcome Harriet Sobol to the library this April to discuss Tom's latest book."

Additional information about the reception can be found on the Scarsdale Public Library website at www.scarsdalelibrary.org, or by calling 914-733-1300.

Professor Thomas Sobol is the founding Christian A. Johnson Professor of Outstanding Educational Practice at Teachers College, Columbia University. He holds an A.B. and A.M. from Harvard University and an Ed. D. from Teachers College. After teaching and supervising in Massachusetts and New York State, he served for sixteen years as Superintendent of Schools in Scarsdale, New York and for eight years as Commissioner of Education in New York State. Dr. Sobol is currently Emeritus Christian A. Johnson Professor of Outstanding Educational Practice at Teachers College where he teaches courses in education policy and ethics.