What's Happening?
Jeffrey Mathews has been named president of Scholastic Education, while retaining his roles as Executive Vice President and Chief Growth Officer of Scholastic. Mathews, who has been serving as interim head since June 2025, will focus on enhancing Scholastic's impact in schools and communities by delivering high-impact learning experiences. Scholastic's president and CEO, Peter Warwick, emphasized the importance of Scholastic Education as a core part of the company's mission and a significant opportunity for growth.
Why It's Important?
Mathews' appointment is pivotal for Scholastic as it seeks to strengthen its educational division, which is integral to the company's long-term growth strategy. By focusing on impactful learning experiences, Scholastic aims to support
educators and unlock students' potential, which could lead to increased adoption of their educational products. This move also highlights Scholastic's commitment to maintaining its leadership position in the educational publishing sector, which is crucial as the industry adapts to changing educational needs and digital transformation.
