About Me: 

I live with my husband, Chris, our two kids, and a cat, Elsa. I officiate volleyball and I play volleyball for Lawrence Parks and Rec. I am an avid Chiefs', Royals', and Sporting KC fan. I graduated from Great Bend High School, but I was born in Lawrence. I obtained my undergrad from KU, I have a History Master's Degree from Baker, a Sports Management Master's Degree from Baker, and a Special Education Teaching License from Wichita State. I was a paraeducator for 5 years, 4 at Free State, and I worked as an administrative assistant in the office for a few years before going back to school to get my teaching license in Special Education. I have coached various sports at both high schools and I work games and activities at both high schools. 

Contact Information:

Email- josha.cates@usd497.org

Classroom Phone- (785) 330-1876