Donna Oates has been a teacher in Boerne ISD since 2003 and is currently serving as Itinerant Dyslexia Specialist for Van Raub Elementary, Fair Oaks Ranch Elementary, and Kendall Elementary. Her home campus is Van Raub. In addition to teaching, Mrs. Oates has been involved in many initiatives within the district. She has been a member of English/Language Arts Vertical Teams, the Long-Range Planning Committee, the Facilities Planning Committee, and the Staff Advisory Committee. Mrs. Oates also attended the Aspiring Leadership Academy. Mrs. Oates has a master’s and a bachelor’s degree from the University of the Incarnate Word. Her teaching certification is through Schreiner University, and she also holds ESL and principal certifications. Mrs. Oates and her husband, Randy, have lived in Boerne over 20 years. They have three grown children and two grandchildren.

Because of the itinerant nature of her work, Mrs. Oates' preferred method of communication is email. Conference times are flexible; Mrs. Oates will work with you to find a time to meet if needed.