The Morrison Board of Education voted to hire Dr. Matthew DeBaene at a special meeting held on November 20th.

The Morrison Board of Education voted to hire Dr. Matthew DeBaene at a special meeting held on November 20th. Dr. DeBaene is currently an assistant superintendent at Moline-Coal Valley School District and will begin his duties on July 1, 2025.

Dr. Matt DeBaene grew up and currently lives in the Quad City region. He is a seasoned educator with a passion for fostering learning and growth. He's excited to take on the role of Superintendent of the Morrison School District and is excited to work with our schools and community. Prior to joining the Moline-Coal Valley School District, Dr. DeBaene was the principal of Geneseo Middle School. He has also served public schools as assistant principal, English language arts teacher, coach, teacher leader, and athletic director. He has earned his bachelors and graduate degrees from Western Illinois University and has received the Arnold W. Salisbury Award for educational leadership. Dr. DeBaene enjoys spending quality time with his family, staying active through running, immersing himself in good books, and learning. He is excited to be a part of the Morrison team and looks forward to working with everyone.