Administration

Welcome to Landon's family!

!Bienvenidos a la familia de Landon!

Amy Wagner

Principal

Mrs. Wagner has dedicated more than 20 years to education, serving students and families in a variety of roles. She began her career as a special education teacher at both the elementary and middle school levels after earning her bachelor's degree in Elementary Education with an emphasis in Special Education from Washburn University. She later earned a master's degree in Special Education from Washburn University, an ESOL endorsement from the University of Kansas, and a master's degree in Educational Administration from Kansas State University.

Before moving into school leadership, Amy served as a Special Education Consulting Teacher, supporting educators and students across the district. She then became an Assistant Principal in Topeka Public Schools (USD 501) before being named Principal of Landon Middle School in 2024.

Mrs. Wagner is passionate about creating a positive, student-centered school culture where every learner feels valued, challenged, and supported. She considers it a privilege to serve the Landon community and feels honored each day to lead its outstanding students, staff, and families.

Outside of school, Mrs. Wagner enjoys spending time with her Goldendoodle, Stella, as well as her adult daughters and their spouses. She treasures family time and is proud to be part of the Landon community.

Eric Rodriguez

Assistant Principal

Mr. Rodriguez is the Assistant Principal at Landon Middle School and has 13 years of experience in education. He earned a Bachelor's Degree in Middle Level Mathematics from Wichita State University and a Master's Degree in Educational Leadership from Emporia State University. Mr. Rodriguez is bilingual and is committed to building strong relationships with students, families, and staff.

Before becoming an administrator at Landon in 2025, he served as a middle school math teacher for six years and a paraprofessional for five years. Outside of school, Mr. Rodriguez enjoys spending time with his wife and daughter and watching soccer at all levels. He is passionate about supporting student success and creating a positive learning environment for all.

Engage students in the highest quality of learning • Prepare students for responsible, productive citizenship • Inspire excellence for a lifetime

We Support Equal Opportunities

The Topeka Public Schools, Unified School District No. 501 is committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity. No person shall, on the basis of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability, national origin or ancestry be denied lawful access to any appropriate educational service, program, or activity provided by the school district. For students, the Title VI, Title IX, and Section 504 compliance coordinator is the General Counsel for the district. For employment, the EEO/AA and Title VII compliance officer is the general director of human resources. Compliance coordinators may be contacted at 624 S.W. 24th Street, Topeka, KS 66611-1294, (785) 295-3000. The clerk of the Board of Education has been designated to receive and redirect or handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies, regulations, and procedures. The clerk may be contacted by calling (785) 295-3059 or by writing to 624 S.W. 24th Street, Topeka, Kansas 66611-1294.