My name is Melissa Bates and I am a Kindergarten teacher at CJ Harris Elementary. I graduated from Texas A&M University and this is my 7th year teaching. I have two children, a 2 year old little girl, and a son that was born in June.  Thank you for entrusting me with your most precious gift. I look forward to working with you and your child this year!

The best time to contact me is between 12:40-1:25 pm and I prefer to be contacted by email.

CJ Harris

• Mission

We, the staff of CJ Harris, seek to create a safe environment that encourages the development of happy, respectful and responsible life-long learners. 

• Vision 
  We will educate students who are. . .
  • Strong minded (able to persevere)
  • Tenacious lifelong learners 
  • Adventurous problem solvers 
  • Respectful and effective communicators 
  • Shining examples of character traits