Estes Named New Principal of Kilpatrick Elementary

KATY, TX [May 1, 2025] – Today, Katy ISD Superintendent Ken Gregorski named Jessica Estes as the next principal of Kilpatrick Elementary. She will assume her new role May 27, 2025. Committed to building and nurturing strong relationships with all stakeholders, Estes cited the school’s legacy of academic excellence as a key reason she applied for the post. Already well-known to the community, she has served as an assistant principal at Kilpatrick since 2016. “I am thankful for the opportunity to continue leading our team and students here at Kilpatrick,” she said. “We have such amazing staff and I know that our students will continue to thrive.” Estes has been recognized for her achievement throughout her career, most recently being named the District’s 2025 Elementary Assistant Principal of the Year. She brings nearly 20 years of education experience to her new position, having served her whole career in Katy ISD. She joined the District as a classroom teacher, was promoted to instructional coach and then became a campus administrator. “Ms. Estes has demonstrated a strong commitment to fostering a positive school community and creating supportive learning environments for students,” said Dr. Gregorski. “I’m confident she will do an excellent job leading Kilpatrick Elementary and building on its proud legacy of excellence.” Estes earned her master’s of education degree in instructional leadership and a bachelor’s of science degree in academic studies, with honors, both from Sam Houston State University. The campus’ current principal, Malynn Rodriguez, is retiring after serving 34 years in education.