The Hamilton Southeastern Board of School Trustees plans to appoint Dr. Matt Kegley, the district’s deputy superintendent, to serve as interim superintendent following the departure of Superintendent Pat Mapes.
Kegley will step into the role as the district continues to support students, staff, and families and maintain momentum on key priorities, including implementation of the Innovate 2028 strategic plan and continued progress in student achievement.
Dr. Kegley is in his 20th year of service in HSE Schools and 30th year overall in education, having held numerous roles, namely building principal at both Riverside Junior High School and Hamilton Southeastern High School prior to joining district administration. He previously served as interim superintendent in 2023 and has continued to play a vital role in district operations and academic strategy, currently as deputy superintendent.
“Serving Hamilton Southeastern Schools in this role is a responsibility I take seriously,” Kegley said. “My focus remains the same: supporting students, teachers, staff, administrators and families, and ensuring our schools continue providing engaging, high-quality learning opportunities every day.”
Kegley has emphasized a steady, student-centered approach to leadership and the importance of relationships across the district community, an approach that helped guide HSE through its most recent leadership transition.
“Dr. Kegley has a rich knowledge of HSE,” Board President Tiffany Pascoe said. “We are confident that Matt is the right person to steward the district through this transition period.”
In addition to teaching, Dr. Kegley previously served as an assistant principal and athletic director before joining HSE Schools. He obtained his bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Indiana University and has an Ed.S. degree and Ed.D. degree from Ball State University. A resident of Fishers since 2007, Dr. Kegley is married to his wife Jennifer and has three children, all of whom graduated from Hamilton Southeastern High School. During his tenure, HSE Schools advanced major district priorities and reported measurable student progress, including gains highlighted as part of the district’s strategic planning and academic updates.
The Board will formally consider its plan to appoint Dr. Kegley as interim superintendent at the Wednesday, March 11 board meeting. The appointment, if approved, would take effect immediately upon the Board’s vote.
