Ian McPherson (Lebanon City School District, At-large, Ohio, candidate 2025)
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Ian McPherson is running for election to the Lebanon City School District, At-large in Ohio. McPherson is on the ballot in the general election on November 4, 2025.[source]
McPherson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. Click here to read the survey answers.
[1]Biography
Ian McPherson provided the following biographical information via Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey on October 21, 2025:
Elections
General election
The general election will occur on November 4, 2025.
General election for Lebanon City School District, At-large (2 seats)
Jessi Ellis-Alvarez, Michael Gliatti, Roy MacCutcheon, Ian McPherson, and Danielle Schultz are running in the general election for Lebanon City School District, At-large on November 4, 2025.
Candidate | ||
| Jessi Ellis-Alvarez (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Michael Gliatti (Nonpartisan) | ||
| Roy MacCutcheon (Nonpartisan) | ||
Ian McPherson (Nonpartisan)  | ||
| Danielle Schultz (Nonpartisan) | ||
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Campaign themes
Ballotpedia survey responses
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Ian McPherson completed Ballotpedia's Candidate Connection survey in 2025. The survey questions appear in bold and are followed by McPherson's responses. Candidates are asked three required questions for this survey, but they may answer additional optional questions as well.
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- Every student in Lebanon deserves the opportunity to graduate ready for college, a trade, or a career. I want to see Lebanon City Schools create a multi-year elective engineering program that builds problem-solving and critical thinking skills while exploring mechanical, civil, electrical, and software engineering. I experienced a similar program in high school that changed my life and led to my career. Over time, this model could expand to include law, healthcare, and IT, helping students discover their passions and prepare for real-world success.
- Full-day kindergarten is an important step toward supporting families and giving every child a strong educational foundation. Many parents in Lebanon work full time, and expanding full-day kindergarten would make our schools more accessible and equitable. It helps children develop social and academic skills early, setting them up for long-term success. Investing in early education benefits our entire community by helping families thrive and students reach their full potential.
- Lebanon is growing, and we need to plan carefully for the future. I believe in transparent budgeting, long-term planning, and open communication with the community. We must balance responsible spending with smart investments in facilities, technology, and student programs. A well-funded, well-managed district strengthens property values, attracts families, and supports a vibrant local economy. Strong schools are the foundation of a strong Lebanon.
I am also committed to policies that ensure all students feel safe, respected, and supported in their schools. That means maintaining strong non-discrimination protections, investing in mental health resources, and creating environments where teachers can focus on teaching and students can focus on learning.
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See also
2025 Elections
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