RCS Announces New Principals at Crestdale and Starr

CRESTDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

Richmond Community Schools is pleased to announce that Jenny Elorreaga has been selected as the next principal at Crestdale Elementary School. She replaces Elizabeth Markward, who has been announced as the new RCS Director of Exceptional Student Education.

Mrs. Elorreaga has been with RCS for 19 years. She is a 1998 alumna of Richmond High School. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Ball State University. She and her husband, Michael, reside in Richmond and have two children, Isabella and Ryan.

“I am looking forward to joining the Crestdale team and serving the Crestdale community as we work together to continue to provide an amazing educational experience for all,” Elorreaga said.

STARR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

A veteran educator will take over leadership at Starr Elementary School. Melissa Jordan brings more than 2 decades of instruction to her role at Starr. She will replace Mallory Cameron who is relocating to Fayette County Schools.

Mrs. Jordan is a 1995 alumna of Richmond High School. She has been an instructional coach and teacher at Starr Elementary School. She holds a Bachelor’s of Science in Elementary Education from IU East. Mrs. Jordan lives in Richmond with her husband, Christopher.

Superintendent Dr. Curtis Wright stated, “As the new principals of Crestdale Elementary and Starr Elementary, Mrs. Elorreaga and Mrs. Jordan will be relentless in their pursuits to be transparent, honest, and continue the strong sense of purpose felt throughout the Richmond community.”

Elorreaga and Jordan will officially begin work in July pending RCS School Board approval.

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