Tell us about yourself and how many books you have written.
This is my first book!!!
Matthew Moyer is an elementary school principal with over 17 years of experience in administration, and over 23 years of experience in education. In addition to his job as principal, he is a Nationally Distinguished Principal, Pennsylvania Principal of the Year, Author, National Speaker, Adjunct Professor, and staff developer with Thom Stecher and Associates.
Matt started his career as a 5th-grade teacher in the Spring-Ford Area School District. He earned a Masters degree and Principal’s certificate. He then spent 3 years as an assistant principal at Schuylkill Valley Elementary School in Leesport, Pennsylvania. From there he moved to his current position as principal of Rupert Elementary School in the Pottstown School District. He is in his 15th year as principal of Rupert, and absolutely loves it. He recently completed his course work for his letter of eligibility to be a superintendent. For the last ten years he has been the district’s safety coordinator and certified CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention trainer. He has served numerous roles and on a variety of committees during his time in the Pottstown School District.
What is the name of your latest book and what inspired it?
The Adventures of David and Donald- The Fractured Flower Pot
I was inspired by actual events in my life, and a desire to create a book that parents and educators can use.
Do you have any unusual writing habits?
None
What authors, or books have influenced you?
John Micklos
Jerry Spinelli
What are you working on now?
Starting my next book in the David and Donald series. This book will be the second in what I hope will be a series of books that parents and teachers can use to help teach social emotional learning topics.
What is your best method or website when it comes to promoting your books?
https://sites.google.com/view/from-the-principals-office-mat/home?authuser=2
Do you have any advice for new authors?
Stay the course! Your hard work will pay off.
Take your time and do your homework before you publish.
What is the best advice you have ever heard?
If you want to go fast go alone. If you want to go far, go together.
What are you reading now?
Seinfeldia
What’s next for you as a writer?
I hope to create a series of book on Social Emotional Learning skills for parent and educators.
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