Principal's Message
Welcome to South Lincoln School, where we take pride in serving over 650 students from pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. Since our establishment, we have upheld a legacy of academic excellence, striving to provide a nurturing environment where every student can thrive.
In 2010, South Lincoln was honored as one of Tennessee's top nine middle schools by the Education Consumers Foundation—an achievement that reflects our dedication to educational excellence. Furthermore, we are proud to have been recognized as a Reward School for outstanding growth, achievement, and attendance in both 2018-2019 and 2021-2022.
Our success is built upon the dedication and expertise of our faculty and staff, who are committed to ensuring that each student receives a high-quality education. We prioritize effective communication and believe that it is crucial for a successful school year. Whether you have questions, concerns, or ideas to share, please do not hesitate to reach out to us.
We are excited about the opportunity to collaborate with you—the parents, guardians, and community members who support our students each day. Your involvement is invaluable, and we deeply appreciate your commitment to our school.
Together, we look forward to a productive and enriching academic year at South Lincoln School! #EagleStrong
Matt Scott
Matt Scott is beginning his first year at South Lincoln School. Prior to coming to South Lincoln School, he was Principal at East Limestone High School in Athens, AL. Before going to East, Matt was the Principal at Creekside Primary/Elementary (feeder schools for East Limestone). Creekside (PreK-5) has 1100+ students. Matt has served as the Principal at Creekside for 18 years. Matt is in his 28th year of education.
Matt graduated from The University of Alabama in 1995 with a BS in Education and from Middle Tennessee State in 1999 with a MEd in Administration.
Matt is very active in his professional community in Alabama and at the national level. Matt has been a member of Council for Leaders in Alabama Schools (CLAS) and the National Association Elementary Principals Association (NAESP) for the past 20 years.
In 2015, Matt completed his National Principal Mentor certification through NAESP. Through his work with NAESP, Matt is also a writer/editor for “Principal” magazine and has presented at the NAESP national conference and at the Alabama state principal’s conference multiple times.
Matt was the 2019 National Distinguished Principal selection for District 1 in Alabama and was chosen as a top 3 finalist for the state. In 2022, Matt was honored with the Alabama Elementary Principal CLAS Leadership Award. In 2022, Matt completed his NAESP PreK-3 Leadership Academy certificate.
Before becoming a Principal, Matt served as a teacher, coach and assistant principal at the elementary, middle school, high school and university levels.
Matt feels very blessed to be able to wake up every morning and go to school. “I have never felt like teaching was like going to work because I enjoy it so much. Going to school every day is a blessing because we are able to lead kids and help mold their future by making a positive difference in their lives. Teaching and loving students is truly a lifetime reward for all educators.”
Matt is married to Ashley Scott. They have 2 kids: Spencer (21), a Jr. @ The University of Alabama and Sydney (18), who will be attending The University of Alabama in the fall. Ashley is the weekday PreK director at their church.
