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Track and Field State Qualifiers May 2026

!! State Track Meet at UT Austin Begins next Thursday - May14 !!

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FROM OUR PRINCIPAL
It is with great enthusiasm that I introduce myself as Principal of San Augustine Elementary School. My educational career spans over twenty years including:  twelve years as primary, elementary and middle school classroom teacher, four years as.... an educational leader, and five years as an educational consultant. I have been very fortunate to work in a variety of positions and diverse environments including: two large school districts, a private school, and two small school districts. 

I am married to my wonderful husband Chris Cates. Together we have two daughters, Hollyn and Whitney Cates, two sons, Carter and Lane Lair, and one grandson, Braxton Pratt. We enjoy spending time at the lake, camping, fishing, and making memories. I am extremely blessed to have a large family and close group of friends who have supported me on my journey from classroom teacher to campus principal. My loved ones and educational experiences have truly shaped me as a servant leader.

As the newest member of Wolf Nation, I am most excited to serve the students, staff, and community of San Augustine. I believe schools take on the personality of their leader, and I am dedicated to educating students, energizing teachers, and building positive relationships with all stakeholders. I consider it an honor to serve as Principal of San Augustine Elementary School.

I am looking forward to  the BEST year ever, as we work hard to Build Educational Success Together. 
Niki Cates
 
MISSION -  Our Children's Future... Our Inspiration
 
VISION:  -  Building a community of excellence by nurturing talents,
                  Inspiring learners, and developing leaders for an ever-changing world
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Our Children’s Future...Our Inspiration
Our Vision - Building a community of excellence by nurturing talents, inspiring learners, and developing leaders for an ever-changing world.

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Bus Driver Appreciation Day

!! HAPPY BUS DRIVER APPRECIATION DAY !!

We recognize all of our bus drivers for their efforts as they get our students and schools off to a great start each morning and take our students safely home at the end of each school day. You are VERY MUCH appreciated by our district and community! THANK YOU for ALL YOU do for our district and, most importantly, for our students! ♥️🐺♥️
SAHS Angelina Graduates

SAHS Seniors Earn College Diplomas from Angelina College!

On Friday, May 8th , twelve San Augustine High School seniors will graduate from Angelina College – even before graduating from high school. All 12 students have completed the 3-year degree program offered through the dual-credit Business Program of Study at the high school. Their bona fide college diplomas are life-long credentials that will never expire. This year, the 12 SAHS graduates include: Autumn McCallum, Joshua Ogelsby, Alexander Fabian, Key Asia Jackson, Ke’Asia Giles, Kirstern Smith, Karen Avila, Diana Davila, Jaylan Cortes, Andrew Nash, DeMarcus Porter, and Aura Hernandez. They are all well-deserving of recognition for this tremendous achievement and CONGRATULATIONS to ALL of YOU!. Please click "Read Full Story" or on the headline to read more about this prestigious accomplishment!
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