At the May 5th called Board of Education meeting, Katie Derringer was approved and announced as the Assistant Principal for Bremen Academy and Bremen Middle School. Ms. Derringer will begin her new role in July.
Ms. Derringer has 24 years of experience and has been employed by Bremen City Schools since 2017. She has previously worked in the Douglas County School System at a traditional and charter school campus. She is currently the kindergarten team lead teacher at Jones Elementary School.
Ms. Derringer has a bachelor’s degree from Furman University, a Master’s degree from Central Michigan University and earned her leadership tier one certification from the University of West Georgia.
Katie and her husband, Dax, are the parents of three children, Brody, Baden, and Marley.
“We are excited to have Katie Derringer join the staff at Bremen Academy and Bremen Middle School as assistant principal. I feel that her previous experiences in the classroom, as well as those held in leadership capacity, will be an asset to us as we continue to pursue our school system’s mantra of Excellence in All We Do. We look forward to the work ahead with Ms. Derringer as a member of the administrative team.” -Mr. Brian Evans, Principal Bremen Academy & Bremen Middle School
”Jones Elementary is excited to see such an exceptional teacher leader as Ms. Katie Derringer spread her wings. I am so happy for Bremen Academy and Bremen Middle School because they will be gaining a building-level leader with a heart for kids and a passion for seeing all students perform at their best.”- Silas Brown, Principal Jones Elementary
“The interview process was designed to find an individual who can best support and continue the tradition of excellence that is synonymous with Bremen City Schools. We have found that in Katie Derringer. She is a passionate educator who will serve our students and families well.” -Zoe Evans, Assistant Superintendent
“Ms. Derringer has demonstrated exceptional teacher leadership since she joined Bremen City Schools in 2017. Her aptitude to transition those skills to building-level leadership is evident, and Bremen City Schools will continue to excel with Katie joining the administrative team.” -Mr. Shannon Christian, Superintendent
