Former Hampshire Unit teacher, coach named new principal for 2024-2025 school year

Maury County Public Schools has selected Ronnie Brewer to serve as its new Hampshire Unit School principal for the upcoming year.

Brewer comes to HUS with 16 years of educational service, including the last two years as principal of Hickman County High School in Centerville.

Brewer's previous experience includes serving as assistant principal at East Hickman High School for its 2021-2022 school year. His past work also has ties to HUS, with Brewer serving as a high school math teacher, athletic director and high school girls basketball coach from 2017-2021.

"I am extremely excited about being back at Hampshire Unit School," Brewer said. "Some of my most enjoyable years as an educator came during my time at Hampshire. There's just something special about a unit school and the sense of family that comes with it."

Prior to teaching at HUS, Brewer taught middle and high school math and coached girls basketball in Lewis County.

"Leaving Hampshire back in 2021 was a difficult decision and I made the move because I was ready to move my career to the administration role," Brewer said. "I always said that if I had the chance to return to Hampshire in an admin role that I would pursue that opportunity, and now that I've been given that opportunity, I can't wait to get started and work alongside the great staff at HUS."

Brewer is a graduate of Lewis County High School, while continuing his education at Middle Tennessee State University, where he earned a Bachelor of Science in Mathematics with a Secondary Education Minor. He later earned a Master's in curriculum and instruction, and an Education Specialists Degree in Administration.

Brewer currently lives in Hohenwald with his wife of 35 years, Lisa.

"Ronnie Brewer's educational background make him an exceptional choice for principal," MCPS Superintendent Lisa Ventura said. "His experience as a teacher, coach, and administrator within our school community uniquely positions him to lead with insight and dedication. We look forward to seeing the positive impact he will continue to have on our students and staff."

Jay Powell is a general reporter for The Daily Herald. Get up-to-date news in your inbox by subscribing to The Daily Herald newsletter at www.ColumbiaDailyHerald.com.