I am Patrick Coates.  I was born and raised in Peace River.  Graduated from Glenmary High School in June 2002.  I have been a coach with the Peace River Pioneers Football team since 2002.  I also started coaching basketball at Peace High in 2002 as well. I am a journeyman red seal welder with over 20 years experience and I am in my second year teaching Industrial Arts at Peace High, but this is my first year as an official teacher.  I look forward to building a shop program that peaks the interests of students, as well as giving them the ability to learn and explore potential trades and future career options.