“I was an elementary school principal for 25 years. Matt was a teacher during my tenure. I can say, without reservation, that he is one of the finest teachers with whom I have ever worked. His creativity, high expectations, and sense of humor endeared him to his students and their families. Every year, each and every one of his students demonstrated significant growth academically and socially. He cultivated confidence, leadership, self-expression, and discipline in his kids. Each summer, my biggest problem was letting parents know that their child was not placed in his classroom for the following year. Honestly, some of them were willing to bribe me!”