Dr. Matthew DeBaene, who officially began his duties on July 1st, will hold two informal “Meet the Superintendent” sessions:
• Friday, July 25th from 8:00 – 9:00 a.m. at Peanut Butter & Deli
• Thursday, August 7th from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. at Urban Eats
“I’m so excited to get to know all of you,” said DeBaene. “I believe open communication is key to a thriving school district, and I want to hear your thoughts, ideas, and feedback. Please stop by for a chat, share what’s on your mind, or just say hello. I’m looking forward to meeting many of you!”
The Morrison Board of Education voted to hire DeBaene at a special meeting on November 20, 2024. At that time, he was an assistant superintendent at Moline-Coal Valley School District. DeBaene is a lifelong resident of the Quad Cities.
Morrison CUSD shared: “He is a seasoned educator with a passion for fostering learning and growth. 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 earned his bachelors and graduate degrees from Western Illinois University and 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.”
