Matt Smith

Matt is from Atlanta, Georgia and he recently moved to Durango with his wife

Lauren in 2018. He comes to MMS with 10 years of teaching experience, the majority of which has been at the middle school level. Matt is passionate about providing kids with ample opportunities in class to read independently and to explore new genres of books. When he is not teaching, Matt can be found doing the following: trail running with his dog Rufus, paddle boarding, hiking, watching University of Georgia football and basketball games, reading, cooking and/or strumming his ukelele.

Meet the team 6th grade team

Amanda Evans


Teacher Leader
amanda.evans@mountainmiddleschool.org

James Berwick


Science and Math Teacher
james.berwick@mountainmiddleschool.org

Matt Smith


Humanities Teacher
matt.smith@mountainmiddleschool.org