Joe Rossow joined the Foundation in November 2016; he plays a critical role in various Ripken Foundation initiatives across the country.  Using his expertise of being a classroom teacher for 12 years, administration for 11 years, and graduate level certificate in STEM, he helps elevate the Cal Ripken, Sr. Foundation’s programming and curriculum.

Throughout his 23 years of service in education, Joe Rossow has received numerous accolades, including the Minnesota Elementary School Principal Association Division Leadership Achievement Award, as well as Minneapolis Public School Teacher of the Year Award.