Tom has worked in the independent school business for close to 30 years. He is now
available to families as a private educational consultant. He brings to his business a
commitment to and enthusiasm for working with children and adolescents. Over the years
he has guided numerous families in placing their children in boarding, day, special needs and
therapeutic schools throughout the country.
Education:
B.A. in Education and History from Adelphi University
Master's level coursework in Special Education from Central CT State University
Independent School Experience:
The Devereux Glenholme School, 1976-1991  Teacher, Social Worker, Director of
Admissions, Program Director
The Marvelwood School, 1991 -1999,  Director of Admissions
The Greenwood School 1999-2001, Headmaster
The Hillside School 2002-2006, Director of Admissions, Director of Secondary School
Placement
Professional Affiliations and Memberships:
Junior Boarding School Association (JBSA) - member
Western CT Boarding School Association (WCBS) - former President
Small Boarding School Association (SBSA) - current President
Secondary School Admissions Test Board (SSATB) - member
Frequent presenter at national and regional conferences


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Tom O'Dell Educational Consulting - 215 Milton Road, Goshen, CT 06756  
(860) 618-2162
odelltom53@yahoo.com