Fifth Grade

My name is Katie Bares, and I have been teaching at Skaggs Elementary since 2008. I taught five years in third grade before switching to fifth grade. Teaching has been my dream since I was about 8 years old! My third grade teacher was an inspiration to me and a positive influence on my life. I hope to be the same to my students each day.

I grew up in Katy, Texas and went to college at Texas Tech University in Lubbock where I majored in Early Childhood Education and Spanish. After college, I began teaching at Academic Beginnings Center in Levelland ISD. When my husband, Jared, and I were married, we moved to the DFW area in order to be closer to family. That’s when I began my career at Skaggs. Since then, we have added 3 children to our family!

I am honored to be a part of your family’s life and hope to provide a positive and enriching academic experience for your children.

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I grew up in Plano and graduated from Plano East Senior High School.  I went to Southwest Texas State University (Texas State) and got a bachelor's degree in Interdisciplinary Studies.  I have been teaching in Plano since 1998.  I love spending time with my family, exercising, and reading.  I am honored to be a part of your family's life and hope to provide a positive, safe, and enriching academic experience for your child.

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My name is Tori Lester, and I am so excited to be a Skaggs Star! I have been teaching since 2019, and I joined the Skaggs team in 2024. Prior to teaching at Skaggs, I taught in North Louisiana for 5 years. I absolutely love my job and helping my students grow!

Outside of school, I enjoy spending time with my husband and our corgi, Fern. I love to bake, read, and work out!

I am looking forward to working with you to help our students grow! Let's have a FABULOUS year in fifth grade!

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