Dr. Matthew X. Joseph has collected incredible insights on how best to support teaching and learning, and his work has led to nationally published articles and opportunities to speak at multiple state and national events. He has been a school and district leader in many capacities in public education over his twenty-seven years in the field, with experiences such as being the director of digital learning and innovation, an elementary school principal, a classroom teacher, and a district professional development specialist. Matt currently serves as the director of curriculum, instruction, and assessment in Leicester Public Schools. He earned a master's degree in special education and administration and has his Ed.D. in educational leadership from Boston College. Matt holds licenses in teaching, school administration, and MA superintendent.    Matt is the author of Power of Us: Creating Collaborative Schools and co-author of Modern Mentoring, Reimagining Teacher Mentorship. His work focuses on inspiring and supporting educators to achieve personal goals to achieve excellence in schools. He is driven to support and empower others to reach their full potential. Empowering others is the foundation of his leadership, writing, and motivational speaking engagements.    Matt works closely with Springfield College and Boston College as part of the alumni council. He also collaborates with human service agencies, such as the YMCA, to coach leaders to enhance culture in the workplace and leadership capacity.    He has been featured in national publications for his work and stays active on social media encouraging others to believe in themselves, stay authentic, and turn potential into Power. Follow Matthew on Twitter @matthewxjoseph