Matt L. Smith

Dr. Matt L. Smith currently serves as the Chief Performance Officer for Atlanta Public Schools, where responsibilities include providing strategic leadership and developing systems to enhance understanding of student outcomes and district goals. Previously, Dr. Smith held various leadership roles, including Interim Chief of Schools and Vice President of Policy at A+ Education Partnership, focusing on educational excellence and policy improvements in Alabama. Additionally, experience as Special Assistant to the Superintendent in Birmingham City Schools and various positions within Clayton County Public Schools underscored leadership in instructional improvement and data analysis. Academic credentials include a Doctor of Education from Harvard Graduate School of Education, complemented by degrees in History and Educational Leadership from The University of Georgia, University of West Georgia, and Mercer University.