Serving as a part-time teacher, Mr. Matthew is a wonderful addition to the Lake Nixon Outdoor Preschool family. Matthew was born in Mississippi and grew up in Southern Arkansas. He has been married to his wife Brittany for 2 years. Before taking on his role as a teacher, Matthew worked at Lake Nixon's Summer camp as a substitute counselor.

Mr. Matthew is an Actor and Technician in local theaters like Murry's Dinner Playhouse and the Arkansas Repertory Theater. He has performed both with and for children many times in his Acting career and the transition to teacher was a natural one. He loves bringing his artistic know-how into the classroom by helping the kids act out thier favorite stories. Matthew has a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre from Henderson State University.

Matthew considers himself to be a storyteller and life-long student. His favorite Bible verse: "The steps of a good man are ordered by the Lord : and he delighteth in his way."

Psalms 37:23 KJV