Administration

Hello Mustang Families! 

My name is Kesha Cauley and I am honored to serve this community as the Principal of Pine Valley Middle School. I came to Texas from Minnesota to attend Prairie View A & M where I obtained my Bachelors of Science in Biology Pre-Med with a minor in Chemistry while playing soccer for the University. I received my Masters in Education Administration with a Principal certification from Sam Houston State University. 

My career in education began at the middle school level teaching science and coaching soccer. Before leaving the classroom I taught Biology and Earth and Space Science at the high school level while serving as the head girls soccer coach. For the past five years I’ve had the pleasure of working in this community and look forward to preparing our Mustangs for high school.

My husband and I met in college and have two wonderful children. My love for this community continues to grow and I’m thankful for the opportunity to serve as your principal. 

My name is Kelly Dent, and I am thrilled to join the Mustang Family as an Assistant Principal serving students with last names A-L. I earned my bachelor's degree from Stephen F. Austin State University, where I majored in Secondary Education with a focus in English Language Arts and Dance.  I later received my Master's degree in Educational Administration and Leadership from Lamar University.  

I began my career in education as a high school English teacher and Varsity Cheerleading Coach. During my time in the classroom, I had the opportunity to teach all levels of English, Reading, and Life Skills, all while continuing to coach. I began my role in leadership as a high school Instructional Coach with a focus on supporting our Emergent Bilingual (EB) population. Since then, I have served as an Assistant Principal at both the secondary and elementary levels.

My husband and I have a four-year-old daughter, Charlotte, who will soon be joining the New Caney ISD family as well. We are excited to grow together as part of this wonderful community! I am incredibly blessed to return to the New Caney ISD family and am looking forward to an amazing year ahead.

My name is Craig Wheaton, your new Assistant Principal and I am excited to meet and get to know all of you! I’ve dedicated my career to fostering student success and supporting teachers through purposeful leadership in public education. I’ve been in education for 10 years. I served as the Assistant Principal in Willis ISD for the past 3 years. In my leadership experience , I’ve managed a wide range of responsibilities—from overseeing 504 and ARD meetings, to supporting special education and ELA instruction, to coordinating campus transportation and safety.

Before stepping into administration, I taught 7th and 8th grade English Language Arts in Aldine ISD for 7 years. During that time, I found joy in mentoring other teachers, building strong curriculum alignment, and helping students grow. I hold a Master’s degree in Principal Administration from Lamar University and a Bachelor’s in Business Administration from Sam Houston State University. My path into education was fueled by a passion for meaningful impact—both academically and personally—in the lives of students and the educators who serve them.

My beautiful wife and I have 3 wonderful children. Every day, I strive to build a school culture grounded in respect, high expectations, and a belief that every student can succeed when given the right support.