Dr. Fuller grew up in Sealy, Texas and was active in sports, band, UIL competitions, and Boy Scouts, where he earned the rank of Eagle Scout. He graduated from Texas A&M University with degrees in Biology and Educational Administration. Matt earned his doctorate in Educational Administration and Foundations from Illinois State University.
Matt is an Associate Professor of Educational Leadership at Sam Houston State University where he teaches classes and conducts research on educational law, finance, history, ethics, educational research methods, and safety. He currently serves as the Director of the doctoral program in Higher Education Leadership at Sam Houston State. He is a Fellow with the Institute of Higher Education Law and Governance Roundtable and the National Data Institute at the National Center for Education Statistics in Washington, D.C. Matt is a member of the American Threat Assessment Professionals Association and the Education Law Association. He is the author of numerous articles and books on educational leadership, legal issues, safety, and ethics.
Matt is also the owner and operator of a small family farm in Montgomery where they raise fresh produce, eggs, and honey. He also helps on his family’s farm in Weimar, TX with cattle and honey bees. He is an Advanced Master Beekeeper and volunteers with local schools, churches, and organizations teaching the public about the benefits of honey bees. He is a member of the Texas Farm Bureau and the Montgomery County Fair Association.
Matt and his wife, Kerri, have two sons, both of whom are students in Montgomery ISD. Kerri is an educator as well and works for MISD. Matt is excited to see what is next in Montgomery’s future and play a vital part in shaping the future for our children and our community.