The Portage School Division is receiving more interest in its school board, with a new addition to the election race. 

Preston Meier -- a member of the school advisory council --  has announced he's in the running and seeking ward one. 

 

Among his list of priorities is improving communication within the school system, as he believes there's a direct link between communication and success. 

 

With his children serving as his motivation, Meier wants to do all he can to better the school system.  He explains he offers the school board a perspective of both a taxpayer and a parent in achieving the best value out of educational dollars.