
Build Momentum for Education · 2025-03-27 · 27 min
In this episode of Build Momentum, we are joined by Dr. Matthew Hicks, Superintendent of Northeastern Wayne Schools in Indiana. He is also currently a lecturer at Purdue University and a dissertation chair at Indiana Wesleyan University. Earlier in his career, he served as a language arts classroom teacher and as a principal at the high school and middle school levels. He has volunteered as a Den Leader for Crossroads for America Council, Boy Scouts of America for the past eight years. Some Questions We Ask: Can you share more about yourself and your career as a superintendent? (01:46) What is the most rewarding aspect of your career? (03:58) Do you agree with the 2023 RAND study? And how do you cope with the stress your career brings? (06:56) Has scrutiny of the superintendency changed over the years? (09:27) In comparison with other administrators you interact with across the nation, do you believe your own personal experiences align with their experiences? (11:21) How do you bring the community to see and share your vision so you can build it together? (13:07) How do you communicate with the community and