Principals
Mr. Eric Brewer
Hello Dugger Bulldogs!
At the end of the 2025-2026 school year, I will have served forty years in education, thirty five years being in school administration. I believe in preparation in mind, work ethic, values and commitment as the greatest virtues for success. If we model honesty, dedication, humor and vision, one is not limited to what they can do. Don’t force doors open, just be ready when they do.
My teaching experiences were very successful and I eventually was blessed by 32 years of school administrative service in my home of Montgomery County, Indiana. I served in every level of administration with great pride including Assistant Superintendent of Schools at South Montgomery Schools and Principal of Walnut Elementary School. During my tenure, our staff and students celebrated state and national distinction, multiple programming initiatives, academic gains and enrollment resurgence. We quickly became a school of choice on the prairie.
Being a child of parents who graduated from the likes of Ladoga High School and Waveland High School only draws me closer to the Dugger Difference and what we can do for our future. It is the small town atmosphere and values that make the true difference.
I am thrilled to combine the energy of Stephanie Kinnett and all staff members into the next generation of Dugger Union Schools.
You can be anywhere, but when you know you are making a difference, there is no other place to be. Make the difference, be the difference.
Eric W. Brewer
Dugger Union Community Schools
Mrs. Stephanie Kinnett
It is an honor to serve as the principal of Dugger Elementary School and to join the school board, administrators and staff members in making Dugger Union Community Schools an extraordinary school community. The 2025-2026 school year will mark my 22nd year in education and my ninth year as principal. I have spent 21 years of my educational career at Dugger Union where I have served as a 3rd/4th/6th/7th and 9th grade teacher and elementary principal. The elementary principal position provides me the chance to work collaboratively with the teachers and staff on a daily basis, while also remaining connected to our students’ growth in the classroom. I received my Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education from Indiana State University, my High Ability Licensure from Indiana State University, my Masters in Educational Leadership from Indiana Wesleyan, and my Principal Licensure from Indiana Wesleyan.
I have lived in this community my whole life, and I am an alumni of Union High School. My husband, Scott, and I have two grown children, Seth Kinnett and Kylee Knoepfle, who are also alumni of Union High School. I currently have six grandchildren who attend DUCS. This lifelong connection with the community and school develops a personal determination to create the best possible environment for the success of Dugger Union Community Schools and to provide stable and committed leadership
I firmly believe every child can excel and the partnership between home and school plays a huge role in allowing students to shape their future and the future of our community. I am committed to always exploring new ways to meet the needs of all students and to effectively communicate with parents and community members. Dugger Union Community Schools fosters this belief and has a strong commitment to academic achievement.
I am beyond excited to begin this year’s journey with all of you and the opportunity to lead alongside Mr. Eric Brewer, High School Principal.
I will be working with him to ensure all of the students at DUCS receive a quality educational experience.
Mrs. Judith Brewer
It is an honor to serve as the Assistant Principal at Dugger Union Community Schools. I am grateful for the opportunity to join a dedicated team of educators, staff, and administrators who are committed to providing a supportive, student-centered learning environment. I am proud to work alongside Mr. Eric Brewer, High School Principal, and Stephanie Kinnett, Elementary Principal, to ensure all DUCS students receive a high-quality educational experience.
I grew up in Madison, Connecticut, a small seaside town, and later attended college in New York, where I was a collegiate hockey athlete. My career in education began in the 1990s as a teacher and coach, and in 2002 I stepped into my first principal role. Throughout my career, I have had the privilege of serving in multiple school leadership positions and spending more than a decade in higher education as the Director of Student Services for the Scott College of Business at Indiana State University. While that experience was invaluable, my passion has always been school leadership, and I am thankful to be back serving students, families, and educators in a 7-12 setting.
I have been married to Mr. Brewer for 22 years, and we are proud parents of two amazing children who currently attend Indiana State University. Our son, EJ, is majoring in Management with minors in Entrepreneurship and Human Capital Management. Our daughter, Ella, is also a Management major with minors in Human Capital Management and Insurance. Both are honored to be Networks Scholars.
At the heart of my work is a strong belief that students should always be at the center of every decision. I strive to approach my role by asking how I would want my own child to be treated, and I let that perspective guide my actions each day. My work as Assistant Principal is rooted in connection, collaboration, and support…working alongside students, staff, and families to create a positive, respectful, and engaging school culture.
I believe strongly in the partnership between school, home, and community. When we work together, we provide our students with the strongest foundation for success, both academically and personally. I am committed to listening, learning, and supporting the needs of our school community while helping create an environment where every student feels VALUED, CHALLENGED, and ENCOURAGED to grow.
I am proud to be part of Dugger Union Community Schools and look forward to building strong relationships and contributing to the continued success of our Bulldog family.
Go BULLDOGS! 