Dr. Matthew J. Welker is an accomplished educational leader and scholar with more than forty years of experience spanning all levels of education, from pre-kindergarten through the university setting. His career has included work in teaching, curriculum development, and educational leadership, providing him with a broad perspective on how schools evolve in response to technological and societal change. He holds an Associate of Arts from Miami-Dade Community College, as well as a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Science Education, a Master of Science in Science Education, and a Doctor of Education in Educational Leadership, all awarded by Florida International University.