Election 2025

Tell us a little bit about yourself:

I am Dr. Greg Ingle and am known to most. I am a life-time resident of the PCM area, was a physician in Prairie City over 40 years, and have served on the school board over 20 years. My children and most of my grandchildren live in the PCM district. This community has been good to me and my family and I would like to continue to use my experience to help the district both survive and thrive.

Why are you running for school board?

The district is facing multiple complex issues that will need to be addressed. With declining enrollment we anticipate a dramatic drop in funds that can be used for actual education such as courses, teachers, etc. At the same time, we need to keep our facilities as up to date as possible. As a board we find ourselves having to operate within the confines of law which in large part determines what money can be spent where. We are always aware of the tax burdens we are responsible for in these uncertain times trying to keep taxes as reasonable as possible.

What issues in the district are most important to you?

The district needs to continue to address the needs of the student body as a whole while never losing sight of the importance of each and every individual student. Underlying it all is the parental support and authority in raising their children.

Where is the district succeeding?

Our school culture has improved dramatically and the team of board, administrators, teachers and support staff is working well together.

Where does it need improvements?

Our biggest current issues involve fiscal responsibilities in making sure students get what they need while continuing to reevaluate the processes and facilities to accomplish that. Our biggest asset is our ability to discuss situations in a thoughtful cooperative way.

PCM is a great school district and we need to continue to grow and improve while appreciating what we got.