I am beginning my thirteenth year with Topeka Public Schools. This will be my fourth year as principal of Ross Elementary, and this will be my first year as the principal of Eisenhower Middle School. Prior to this role, I was the Building Administrative Intern at Eisenhower and a physical education teacher at Quincy Elementary.
My educational background includes an undergraduate degree in physical education, along with master’s degrees in educational administration and special education from Emporia State University. I earned my doctorate in Educational Leadership and Policy Studies from the University of Kansas in May 2023.
I was born and raised in Topeka and am proud to call it my lifelong home. My family is deeply rooted in Topeka Public Schools, my father is a former principal in the district, and my two nieces currently attend TPS at the middle and high school levels. I am committed to partnering with our community, families, and staff to make a positive impact on every student across the Ross Elementary and Eisenhower Middle School campus.
ANDREA KECK, ASSISTANT PRINCIPAL
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Ms. Keck is beginning her 12th year in education and is originally from the Topeka area. After graduating from Washburn University in 2014, with a degree in Elementary Education, she began her career in Dodge City Public Schools. After graduating from Newman University with a degree in Building Leadership in 2016, she moved back to Topeka and taught in the Auburn-Washburn District for two years. Ms. Keck then joined the Topeka Public Schools family in 2019. She has taught fourth, fifth, sixth grade, and has experience as an Instructional Coach and Dean of Students. These years were formative in her growth as an educator and it provided a solid foundation of quality leadership in both elementary curriculum and decision making. Ms. Keck joined the Ross Team in 2022 as an Assistant Principal.
Ms. Keck enjoys spending time with friends and family. She loves her dogs, traveling, and reading!
David Crowfeather, Administrator Intern
Mr. Crowfeather was born and raised near Minneapolis, Minnesota and received his Bachelor of Science and Master of Education degrees in early childhood education from the University of Minnesota. He and his wife moved to Lawrence 5 years ago and they both love working at Ross. Mr. Crowfeather is studying to earn his M.Ed. in educational leadership and policy from Kansas State University. He loves reading, board games, and music. Go Roadrunners!