Our Administration

Mariah Ingram was born and raised in San Marcos, TX, coming from a culturally diverse family with deep roots in Texas, tracing back to 1767. Her journey in education spans over 20 years, during which she dedicated herself to fostering academic excellence and emotional well-being among students.

Her professional experience is rich and varied, including an independent research study in Belize that significantly broadened her educational perspective. She has also co-facilitated key programs such as Social Emotional Learning (SEL), a New Teacher Induction and Mentoring Program, and has worked at a Title I Part A Targeted Assistance Program campus for the past two years. In her most recent role, Ingram focused on building a positive climate and culture within her school, particularly working with at-risk students to help them achieve notable academic gains.

Beyond her professional life, Ingram is passionate about cycling, reading, and traveling, hobbies that not only enrich her personal life but also inspire her professional approach by offering new insights and energy that she brings back to her work.

Ingram is also a proud parent of two wonderful children: her son, Jackson, who serves as a firefighter in South Hays, exemplifying dedication and bravery and her daughter, Cora, who is set to begin her journey as a freshman at Sam Houston State University this fall, embarking on her own path of growth and learning.

Ingram shares that she is excited to bring her experience, passion, and commitment to KAPS, and she looks forward to contributing to KAPS's shared goals and successes.

It has always been a dream of mine to be part of a community that focuses in the beauty and

talents of each student. As growing professionals, we must leave our comfort zones to grow as a person and as a professional. 

I collaborated with Project Zero and discovered a new way of teaching. The dynamic in which I was able to develop lessons for students that have never been in a school setting was

challenging but an enriching experience. I instilled the joy of learning in new arrivals and

helped them discover that knowledge is within all of our possibilities. Changing the negative

view these young adults had toward education is one of the most life-changing experiences.

A KAPS Alumni and mother of two current KAPS students, Erin is a representative of the good that Dragons can go on to do. Beyond her duties at the front desk, she is a can-do, well versed face of the school, and knows well the values that keep us KAPS!

I am so excited to be a Dragon! I was born and raised in New Braunfels! I graduated from New Braunfels High School (Go Unicorns!) where I was part of Future Teachers of America, Monoceras Dance Team and I was Who's Who in Theatre Arts! 

I graduated from West Texas A & M University(Go Buffs!). 

I have over 25 years in the education field. I come from a family of educators!

I have one son, Ian, who is 26 years old. I have 1 dog, Toby, and 2 cats, Emma and Stormy.

I am a musician as I play the piano and the flute! I love all genres of music!

I look forward to the 2024-2025 school year! 

Avery Graham is a lifelong resident of San Marcos, Texas, where she is the owner of a small business called Avery’s Collectible Haven, located at Kyle Flea Market. She graduated from Katherine Anne Porter School (KAPS), 2022 alum, where she has committed herself to a meaningful mission: contributing to the betterment of her KAPS community through active involvement in the After School Program. During her formative years, she struggled with academic challenges and social difficulties, so when she came to KAPS, she found a welcoming environment that not only helped her with her education, but also helped make meaningful connections with her peers. She has shown her willingness to help the community whenever it was needed. She has a deep passion for the culinary arts, artistic expression, and literature

Hayden was raised in Nixon, Texas. Following high school (Nixon Smiley CISD Mustangs), he joined the U.S. Army and spent four years in the 10th Mountain Division in Ft. Drum, NY, with a year deployment in Bosnia. After his end term of service, he worked in private security (15 years) and attended classes at Texas State University., where he majored in Geography and minored in Photography. In his free time, Hayden says he loves doing anything and everything outdoors. He is  a proud father of two kind KAPS students, and found this job through their admission to Katherine Anne Porter School.

After graduating from KAPS in 2019, Mr Graham came back to KAPS originally to teach Music, and while he's studying his Bachelors in Music theory, he is coming back for his second year working at KAPS! Mr Graham is an avid gardener, rock climber, computer geek, and traveler. Mr Graham is a cat dad and a dog father who enjoys spending his time playing DND or gardening in his backyard. He is very excited to come back to KAPS and continue to share his passion for gardening with all the students of KAPS!

Logan is a KAPS alumni from '02/'03 and has two Dragons currently enrolled. He is excited to return and help KAPS become what he wants it to be for his family.