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Welcome to Wolf Nation

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

Our mission

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.

Recent news

Access Online Student Registration vis Parent Portal

Click the headline to see instructions on how to access Parent Portal to register your children online for the upcoming school year!

Student Paperless Online Registration at the High School for All Schools!

SAISD staff will assist parents in registering their children for school online (no paper forms needed!) on any of the four dates shown below. Registration will take place in the High School front foyer and Middle School computer lab. NO more paper forms to complete! Come out and register your children for this coming school year!

Tuesday - July 23 - 9:00 - 3:00
Wednesday - July 24 - 9:00 - 3:00
Monday - July 29 - 10:00 - 5:30
Tuesday - July 30 - 10:00 - 5:30

Substitutes Needed! Apply Now!

Please click the headline to download the substitute application and read more about substituting for SAISD!

!! Schools and Offices Closed Over July 4th Break !!

All offices and schools will be closed from June 28th thru July 5th and will reopen on Monday, July 8th. Have a safe and enjoyable 4th of July celebration!

!! Parent Portal Upcoming Registration Dates !!

SAISD's Parent Portal has up-to-date student information for your child and is convenient and easy to navigate using the internet. Come to SAHS or the Lincoln Administration offices on any of the dates shown below to help get registered for Parent Portal!

June 24-25 ... 9AM - 3PM
July 8 ... 9Am - 3PM
July 29-30 ... 9Am - 3PM

Two hour delay to Start of School on Monday May 13th 2024

Due to hazardous road conditions, there will be a 2-hour delay for the start of school for Monday, May 13th. Tomorrow morning, school buses will pick children up 2 hours later than the regular time.

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