Governor Bentley Appoints Matthew Brown to the Alabama State Board of Education

MONTGOMERY – Governor Robert Bentley on Thursday announced the appointment of Matthew Brown of Fairhope to the Alabama State Board of Education. Brown replaces Al Thompson, who was appointed by Governor Bentley to serve on the newly created Alabama Community College System Board of Trustees earlier this year.

“I am honored to appoint Matthew Brown to the State Board of Education,” Governor Robert Bentley said. “Education is a key component to the success and growth of Alabama, and I am confident Matthew will serve the citizens and students of South Alabama with honesty and integrity. Matthew brings a unique perspective to the position, and will build on the positive momentum Al Thompson created. I appreciate his willingness to serve.”

Brown is a 2007 graduate of Pensacola Christian College. He attended Cumberland School of Law at Samford University and graduated in 2011. Brown is employed as a Coordinator and Transportation Planner with Eastern Shore Metropolitan Planning Organization in Fairhope.

Brown’s district includes the following Alabama counties: Baldwin, Butler, Covington, Conecuh, Crenshaw, Escambia, and Mobile.

“I want to thank Governor Bentley for entrusting me with the great responsibility of serving on the State Board of Education,” Matthew Brown said. “Education is the great stepping stone which enables young people to achieve success in our society. I look forward to working with families, teachers, local and State school board members, the legislature, and the Governor to ensure that our children are prepared to compete and be successful in Alabama and around the world.”

Brown’s appointment is effective immediately.

A photo of Brown can be downloaded here.