Nicole Mattson [Photo Credit: Dave Sherwin]
The appointment follows Ruth Horton’s transition to Education director for the North American Division.
“As the Lake Union Education team moves forward, we are very thankful for Nicole’s steady leadership and collaborative spirit,” said Elden Ramirez, Lake Union Conference President. “Over the years we have witnessed her deep commitment to the mission of Adventist Christian Education. We believe her energetic leadership in this season will be marked by continued creativity, prayer and a clear focus on our students and our schools.”
Mattson, a native Michigander, who has served as an Adventist educator and administrator for 28 years said she was grateful for the opportunity.
“I am honored to serve at the Lake Union Conference in whatever capacity God calls me,” said Mattson. “I strongly believe in the transformative impact of Adventist Christian Education and its vital role in uncertain times. I also believe in the calling to lead young people to know Jesus personally, to grow in love and learning, and to discover and develop their gifts to serve Him faithfully.”
Mattson’s teaching career began with 12 years in lower elementary and middle school classrooms at Battle Creek Academy and extended to serving for four years in K-4th grade classrooms in Grand Junction, Colorado at Intermountain Adventist Academy.
She has served as superintendent of Education for both Indiana and Arizona, before joining the Lake Union Conference.
She holds an associate of arts degree from Northwestern Michigan College, a bachelor’s degree in elementary education from Andrews University, and a master’s degree in education technology from Western Michigan University.
Her greatest joys include helping to equip others for the ministry of education, teaching the integration of technology for the classroom to pre-service teachers and inspiring others to live and minister for Jesus.
An avid hiker and lake-lover, she loves to play pickleball and enjoys the great outdoors with her husband, Terry, and extended family that includes seven beautiful grandchildren.
Please join us in praying for Nicole and her team, as she leads out in this crucial role.
