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Jim Sarto

Jim Sarto

Is School Really Out For The Summer?: Abbreviated Musings of a High School Principal

Book blurb...


Think summer's a break for principals? Think again.


Dr. Joey Strat, Avenue Ridge High School's veteran principal, trades sunny relaxation for endless school drama in this laugh-out-loud satire. From unruly students and apathetic staff to demanding, clueless parents, Joey's vacation is a non-stop whirlwind of chaos. Amid the madness, Joey wistfully recalls his idyllic fifth-grade summer of 1964 - a time of boundless freedom, family, and adventure. Through vivid flashbacks, he contrasts the golden days of his youth with the ridiculous, real-life challenges of running a school. Is School Really Out for the Summer? serves up hilarity, heartfelt nostalgia, and a behind-the-scenes peek into school life.


Perfect for educators, parents, and anyone who' s ever needed a laugh, this book proves that while school might be out, the lessons (and headaches) never end.

©2020 Readers' Choice Book Awards

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