Administration

Rob Dugan - Principal

My name is Rob Dugan, and I am honored to serve as the Principal of Big Creek Elementary. This is my 26th year in education, and I have had the opportunity to serve students and families in a variety of roles at both the elementary and middle school levels. My experience includes work as a classroom teacher, graduation coach, professional learning leader, and administrator in both Forsyth and Hall counties.

I earned a bachelor’s degree from The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga, a master’s degree from VanderCook College of Music, and an Education Specialist degree from Kennesaw State University.

In addition to my work in education, I proudly serve as a Staff Sergeant in the Tennessee Army National Guard. Outside of school, I enjoy reading, mountain biking, playing guitar, and spending time with my family.

I look forward to partnering with our students, staff, families, and community as we continue to make Big Creek Elementary a place where every child feels supported, connected, and inspired to learn.

Go Wildcats!

Katie Turner - Assistant Principal

My name is Katie Turner, and I am excited to serve the students, staff, and families of the Big Creek community as Assistant Principal! I have worked in Forsyth County since 2008. I have taught both general education and special education students in grades K-5 and served as Intervention Coach, Instructional Coach, Quality Work Facilitator, and Assistant Administrator. I graduated from North Georgia College and State University with a Bachelor's Degree in Early Childhood Education and Special Education with a Reading Endorsement. I received my Masters Degree in Early Childhood Education with a Gifted Endorsement and a Math Endorsement from NGCSU. I attended Georgia College and State University for my Specialist Degree in Educational Leadership. My husband Nick and I have four kids- Charlotte, Eloise, James, and Isla. I am excited about working with your family at Big Creek! 

Kristin Johnson - Assistant Principal

I am honored to serve the students, staff, and families of Big Creek as the Assistant Administrator.  I started my teaching career in 2005 and have taught both general education as well as special education students. I have been the Gifted Testing Coordinator, 504 Coordinator, Math Department Chair, District Writing Committee Liaison and served on the Instructional Leadership Team in every school I have worked at..  I graduated from Illinois State University with a bachelor's degree in Elementary Education. I received my master's degree in School Leadership and Administration from Concordia University. I attended the University of North Georgia where I obtained my Tier 1 Leadership Certification. When I am not at Big Creek, I enjoy spending time with my children, Shaelyn and Wyatt, going on beach trips, enjoying concerts, and reading.