Election 2025

Tell us a little bit about yourself:

I am a 2008 PCM Graduate and have lived in the district my entire life. I currently live outside Prairie City with my wife Ashley and our 4 kids. I work at DCI Group as a Project Executive. I have been involved in coaching youth sports ever since my kids have been interested in playing. I currently help run our PCM Youth Football and PCM Youth Basketball programs. We are active members at First Reformed Church in Prairie City, and I was the Treasurer while serving on the board as a Deacon.

Why are you running for school board?

I am running for school board because I have four kids who attend PCM, and I want to help make an impact on the school district. Next year, I will have a son or daughter in every school building, so it is important to me that we are looking at all levels. This will help me bring a different perspective to the board.

Why do you think public service is important?

I think public service is important because it gives people an opportunity to help others and make an impact on your community. Serving on the board gives you a chance to represent families, teachers, and taxpayers, making sure their voices are heard in school decisions.

What issues in the district are most important to you?

Some of the issues in the district that are important to me include: working to find ways to attract families to the district, making sure our current students are getting the best opportunities to be successful in their future, and focusing on being budget conscious yet also spending money in areas that are in need of improvement.

Where is the district succeeding?

We have a great group of faculty and staff that have our students’ best interests in mind. We also give students a lot of opportunities with extracurricular activities, so they can be involved in competitions, learning to be part of a team, and a chance to learn how to be a leader.

Where does it need improvements?

I think we need to continue looking at ways to improve the district and attract new families to the area. With enrollment down from previous years, we need to look at ways to make PCM a place for families to want to send their kids because they know they will be given the same opportunities as surrounding districts to be successful.