Tom Bates

Profile Updated: August 7, 2019
What year did you Graduate? 1956
Military Service: Army  
Where have you lived and where do you live now? Berkeley, CA USA
Married, divorced, single? Married
Kids, Grandkids, Great Grandkids? Tell us about them: 7 grandchild, 6 boys and1 girl; 2 college grads, 1 in college, 4 in high school
Still working or retired? Highlights you want to share: Retired, Alameda County Supervisor, 20 years State Assemblyman, 14 years Mayor of Berkeley
Yes! Attending Reunion
What years did you attend FUHS?

1952-1956

What Elementary School Did You Attend?

Lowell Grammar School

Tell us about your life and travels since FUHS:

Married to Loni Hancock, first women elected Mayor of Berkeley, State Legislator of 14 years. We have traveled the world-Central America, South America, Europe, Asia, Russia, Australia and the Pacific Islands.
Loni and I together have spent 80 years in public service. We love living in Berkeley and continue to work on climate change and social equity.
Best FUHS School Memories:

Sports were a big part of favorable memories. I played 4 years on the football and basketball teams and was Boy’s League President. I developed life long friendships and shared many great times with my friends.
Who Was Your Favorite Teacher?

My favorite teacher was my Physiology teacher, who gave me a A, that I didn’t think I deserved, to help me get into Cal Berkeley. It was a life changing event and demonstrates that a carving teacher can make a huge difference in a persons life.

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