The Notebook's staff
Paul Socolar, editor and director
(215) 951-0330 x.2107, pauls@thenotebook.org
Editor and director of the Notebook since 1999, Paul was one of the Notebook’s founders in 1994. He came to the Notebook as a public school parent with a long history of involvement in public education and other social justice issues. His children both recently graduated from Philadelphia public schools. He has been an active Home & School Association member and served as a parent representative on a School Council. Prior to becoming editor, he worked on education issues for the National Coalition of Education Activists and the American Friends Service Committee.
Dale Mezzacappa, contributing editor
(215) 951-0330 x.2145, dalemezz@comcast.net
Dale recently joined the staff after two years as a freelance contributor, brings to the Notebook two decades of experience covering education for the Philadelphia Inquirer, a strong local and national reputation as an award-winning reporter, and a wealth of local and national contacts. As Contributing Editor, Dale contributes content as well as editing to the Notebook.
Staff consultants
Harvey Finkle, photography
www.harveyfinkle.com
Harvey is a documentary still photographer who documents the activities of many progressive organizations and has produced a substantial body of work concerned with social, political and cultural issues. His work has been extensively exhibited and published, including three books entitled, "Urban Nomads," "Still Home: Jews of South Philadelphia" and "Reading."
Mildred S. Martinez, Spanish translation
millysuazo@gmail.com
Mildred has served as Spanish translator for the Notebook since 2000. She provides translation services from her home in Allentown, PA.
Joseph Kemp, designer
Joseph Kemp is a graphic designer in Morrisville, PA, a strong supporter of public education, and a Morrisville school board member.