Russ retired this year from his position as principal at Gibault Catholic High School after 15 years. He received a BS in Education from Ball State University, a BS in Nursing from Wright State University, and an MS in School Administration form the University of North Texas. He has taught
PE, Health, Biology, Social Studies, Literature and Industrial Arts. He has coached many sports and is passionate about running. He lives Columbia Illinois with his wife Diana and has two sons, Brett and Brian.