Three Minutes with… Matt Combe of Morrow County

Published 5:00 am Wednesday, August 24, 2022

Who are you and what do you do?

I’m Matt Combe, superintendent of Morrow County School District.

Where did you grow up? When did you come to Morrow County?

I grew up in Summerville. I have lived in Morrow County since June of 2006. I attended Imbler High School, Imbler. Undergraduate at Eastern Oregon State College (Bachelor of Science in physical education and health). Graduate Studies: Eastern Oregon University (master’s degree in teacher education), Lewis & Clark College (administrative licensure program).

What are a few of your hobbies?

Spending quality time with my three kids; Madison (21-years-old), Kaden (18) and Mariah (14). We enjoy outdoor recreational activities.

How do you spend your free time?

Attending local youth and high school athletic events and extracurricular activities. And, spending quality time with my kids.

How would you describe yourself?

I’m a civic minded educator who enjoys living, serving and working in Morrow County.

What is something that you’re passionate about?

In addition to my work as an educator for Morrow County School District, I am passionate about my service on the Oregon Schools Activities Association Delegate Assembly and Executive Board.

What are a few of your proudest accomplishments?

Without a doubt my three kids, Madison, Kaden and Mariah. Additionally, being elected to serve on the Oregon Schools Activities Association Executive Board and receiving the Heppner Chamber of Commerce “Lifetime Achievement” Award for community service in 2021.

What do you like most about the community you live in?

What I like most about living in Morrow County is all of the hard working people and community leaders who have “can-do” attitudes and continually strive to make our communities a great place to live with lots of activities and opportunities for kids.