10/09/2026
It's always exciting to collaborate on the design for the Urban Experience Magazine! This month, DMPS Superintendent was the Community Spotlight and it includes the full interview by Dwana Bradley. Check it out at theurbanexp.com.
"You can't lead from an office space. You have to be with the community."
Superintendent Matt Smith recently spoke with Urban Experience Magazine about his career, his vision for DMPS, and the importance of ensuring every community member is heard.
Reflecting on his 27-year career as a teacher and administrator, Smith said the energy and purpose of the work remain unchanged:
"It's still about people. It's still about making connections and finding the human dignity in what we teach and how we teach, and making it come alive for kids."
Read the article on pages 13-18: https://simplebooklet.com/uemoctober2026 =13
