State of the Schools Presentation September 25, 2024

After a brief work opportunity in the corporate world, Mr. Card returned to teaching, this time at the Princeton City School District, where he made a significant impact at Lincoln Heights Elementary (5-6), Princeton Community Middle School (6-8), and Princeton High School (9th grade), all while serving as Assistant Head Football coach.

Mr. G. Elgin Card, Superintendent of Princeton City Schools, is a highly experienced educator with 28 years in public education, including a brief stint in the private sector. He was appointed as Superintendent of the District on August 1, 2023. Dedicated to serving as an integral part of the educational landscape, Mr. Card is committed to fostering a dynamic learning environment. With a focus on rigorous educational opportunities and an unwavering dedication to student success, he strives to innovate and elevate the educational experience. Well-known and respected for his leadership, Mr. Card has a student-focused approach, ensuring that each student is empowered for college, career, and life success.

Hailing from Jeffersonville, Ohio, Mr. Card's educational roots trace back to his own early schooling at Jeffersonville Elementary and Miami Trace High School. Following his high school graduation, he pursued his passion for teaching at Urbana University, where he dedicated himself to the study of Elementary Education and exhibited his athletic prowess on the football field. In 1993, Mr. Card proudly earned his degree in Elementary Education (K-8) and Secondary Education (7-12), specializing in History.

With his strong educational foundation, Mr. Card embarked on an impactful teaching and coaching career within the Miami Trace Local School District.

After a brief work opportunity in the corporate world, Mr. Card returned to teaching, this time at the Princeton City School District, where he made a significant impact at Lincoln Heights Elementary (5-6), Princeton Community Middle School (6-8), and Princeton High School (9th grade), all while serving as Assistant Head Football coach.

In 2007, Mr. Card transitioned to an administrative role as Assistant Principal at Lakota West High School. After two years in this position, he returned to Princeton High School as a grade-level principal. His commitment to educational leadership was further exemplified when in 2011, he assumed the role of Associate Principal at Lakota West High School, eventually ascending to Principal just a year later.

After an eight-year tenure as Principal, Mr. Card embraced the role of Senior Director of Outreach, Diversity, and Inclusion/Ombudsman within the Lakota Local School District, commencing his service in this capacity in August 2023 until he was hired as Superintendent of Princeton City Schools.

Beyond his contributions to education, Mr. Card is actively engaged in his community, serving on the boards of The Boys and Girls Club of West Chester/Liberty and Companions on a Journey Grief Support.