Steven Mattic, principal of Sellars Elementary in Fort Worth, dies unexpectedly
Steven Mattic, principal of David K. Sellars Elementary in Fort Worth, died unexpectedly Monday after successfully overcoming health problems in the past several years, according to a news release from the school district. Mattic is being remembered for his love of students, employees and his community.
Fort Worth ISD Superintendent Kent Scribner said in the release Mattic’s death is a “profound shock” to the Sellars Elementary community and asked for support and prayers for Mattic’s family and the students and employees at the school.
“His loss will be felt by so many,” Scribner said.
Mattic joined the district in 2002 and served as principal of Sellars Elementary for eight years. He was born in Mississippi and served in the Army for eight years. He received his master’s in education administration from TCU.
In the Fort Worth school district, he previously worked at Mitchell Boulevard Elementary as a third- through fifth-grade reading teacher and as assistant principal at Clifford Davis and Maude I. Logan elementary schools.
“Many are remembering Mr. Mattic’s indomitable spirit and his wonderful smile, always ready to bring his wonderful leadership to bear upon any situation, great or small,” Jerry Moore, chief of schools for the district, wrote in a message to parents and staff Monday. “He loved his students and he loved his David K. Sellars Elementary School team of dedicated teachers and staff.”
The district is providing grief counseling to students and adults at the school and for principals and other employees at the district’s Teaching and Learning Center.
This story was originally published November 1, 2021 at 2:53 PM.