Our Staff

Jake Schmitz: School Leader
University of Kansas, Lawrence

“I came to KIPP because I wanted to be in a school where everyone shares the same passion for education and in a place where the kids are challenged to achieve their greatest potential.”

Shelly Lockett: Director of Finance and Operations
Rockhurst University

Stephanie Campbell: Development Director 
Rockhurst University, University of Kansas

“KIPP is important to me because I believe strongly in the mission of the school and the idea that any child can learn.  Never before has education been so important in our society, and at the same time, is in such trouble.  At KIPP, we are allowed to do whatever it takes to see our children succeed and we have the opportunity to make a real difference - a real change in our community.”

Keana Ellis: Office and Administrative Manager
University of Oklahoma

“I joined KIPP because I wanted to be a part of such a positive influence in kids’ lives and to help them overcome life experiences and circumstances to succeed. Most of all, I wanted to help give them the power that allows them to prove that anything is possible if you just set your mind to it.”

Justin Alt- Upper School Grade Level Chair
University of Minnesota

“I came to KIPP because I wanted to work in an environment that promoted success for every student, challenged me to reach beyond my own limits, and allowed me to be a part of team that was making a difference in the life of children with limited opportunities.”

Julie Cook: Lower School Grade Level Chair
Rockhurst University

“I came to KIPP because I wanted to be part of a team that helps students reach the world beyond through education and experience.”

Regejeanette Bailey: KIPP Through College Coordinator
Saint Augustine’s University

“Coming from one of the oldest, ever evolving historically black colleges in the south it was important for me to give back what was given to me during my undergraduate career and at KIPP the potential in every student is identified, nurtured, and cultivated in the right environment to ensure their success to and through college.”