Board President Mathews receives McGuffey Award

Greeley-Evans School District 6 Board of Education President Michael Mathews is the recipient of the McGuffey Award from the Colorado Association of School Boards.

The CASB McGuffey Award honors board members who bring committed and passionate service to their board work. Among other attributes, the award goes to board members who demonstrate a focus in serving all children, working for the community and going above and beyond to serve their school district.

Board Vice President Natalie Mash said Mathews meets all the requirements of the award and more. She said the Board nominated Mathews for his ability to “lead with grace and collaboration.”

Mash cited Mr. Mathews’ work on the Mill Levy Override and Bond elections, leading the revamping of the District 6 Strategic Plan Innovation2030, supporting the change in the School Finance Act before the Colorado Legislature last session, leading during the pandemic and managing the Board Room during some challenging times.

Mathews thanked his fellow Board members, and said it has been a true privilege to serve District 6. He said he has enjoyed watching the district change and grow over the years.

“To be part of this time in District 6, I feel very fortunate,” Mathews said.

Mathews was elected to the Board of Education in 2017, and will complete his second and final term in November 2025. He has served as Board president for the past six years.