Dear Doerre Families,

We hope everyone has a wonderful weekend and is staying warm! ❄️ Last week was a busy one—and one full of celebrations! From bringing home district championships in basketball, to placing 2nd in the Klein ISD Spelling Bee, to hosting a successful Spring Open House and welcoming our future students during 5th grade visits—whew, what a week! Be sure to check out the photos below for some great highlights.

This week, we’ll be administering the STAAR ELA Field Test (required by TEA) on Monday, the 8th grade Panoramic photo on Thursday, and we’re looking forward to wrapping up the week with our Q3 PRIDE Games on Friday. As a reminder, next week is already mid-winter break for students. Let’s make it an amazing week!

Annie Welday-Zimney
Principal, Doerre Intermediate

 Upcoming Dates-

February 2- 7th/8th Grade ELA STAAR TEA Field Test

February 5- 8th Grade Panoramic Photo

February 9-13- February Break

February 16-February 24th- Doerre TELPAS Testing Window

February 25- 6-8 ELA Benchmark Test

March 3- 8th Grade Social Studies Benchmark Test

March 4- 8th Grade Science/Biology Benchmark Test

March 10- 6-8 Math Benchmark Test

March 11- Algebra I Benchmark Test

March 13- Last Day of Q3

March 16-20- Spring Break!

Doerre Warriors Basketball

Our Doerre Warriors basketball program had a banner season, with several teams winning district titles! Please join us in congratulating these outstanding athletes!

District Champions:

7th grade girls A team 

7th grade girls B team

8th grade girls B team

8th grade boys B team

2nd place 

8th grade girls A team - 2nd place, district

3rd-4th place 

7th grade boys A team - 3rd

7th grade boys B team - 3rd/4th *playoff game canceled due to weather

8th grade A team - 4th

On Monday, February 2, our 7th and 8th grade students will participate in the TEA STAAR RLA Field Test. This is a short trial version of the STAAR test, and each year TEA selects campuses across the state to take part. This field test is not for a grade and will not impact students’ 2025–2026 STAAR scores in any way.

Please remind your student to bring their fully charged laptop on Monday. Students will report to their testing rooms (posted in Schoology) and will return to normal classes around 11:00. For details on the adjusted bell schedule, please see the image below.

February is National Black History Month! To honor and celebrate one of our core values in P.R.I.D.E.—Diversity—Doerre is recognizing Black History Month with several special activities:

Displays in the flex space and main hallway

Daily announcements highlighting the achievements of individuals of Black Heritage

Dress-up days throughout the month!

Dress-Up Days:

2/4: HCBU Gear

2/18: Historical Appreciation- Wear Red, Black, Green, and/or Gold!

2/25: Sports Legends- Wear a jersey or shirt of your favorite sports legend! 

We look forward to celebrating this meaningful month with our entire Doerre community!

Course Selection Season is Here!

The journey toward the 2026-2027 school year begins now! We are excited to help our students plan their academic paths and explore the many opportunities available.

Each grade level will meet with their school counselors for a specialized presentation. During these sessions, students will:

Explore the various course offerings for the upcoming year.

Learn about graduation requirements and elective pathways.

Receive their official Course Selection Sheet at the conclusion of the meeting.

Parents are invited to attend Doerre’s Spring Open House to view the presentation and stay informed about the selection process.

If you have any questions regarding specific classes, prerequisites, or the scheduling process, please reach out to your School Counselor for more information.

26-27 Course Selection Overview

Track Spirit Gear on sale 

In need of some Doerre Gear. The Track store is now open. 

Https://gogandy.com/doerre-track-field-2026

Did your student hear something on the announcements and can’t remember all the details? HERE is a link to the daily announcements for Quarter One that are read each day during first period.

To ensure all students are safely supervised, we do not student allow entry unless their teacher is present. Between 8:00 and 8:25, students can enter the building for tutorials through the secondary front door (the entrance nearest the handicap parking spots). Students must present their student ID and sign in, indicating where they will attend. Students will only be permitted to attend tutorials for teachers who have marked themselves present.

Here is the tutorial schedule for the 25-26 school year: Doerre Tutorial Schedule. Once the teacher arrives, they will turn their name green on this sheet, and our tutorial door greeter will know to let those students in for tutorials.  Teacher AM Tutoring Check-In Sheet 

After 8:25, students will not be able to enter the building until the bell rings at 8:35, allowing our staff time to prepare for the school day and report to their morning duty stations.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding!

HERE are detailed instructions for both drop off and pick up for car riders at Doerre Intermediate. Please note, no car riders should be dropped off or picked up from the Doerre Bus lot. This area is for busses only.

Thank you for your support as we strive to make Doerre as safe as possible for our students, parents, faculty and staff. If you have any questions or concerns about morning drop off or afternoon pickup, please reach out to your child’s administrator.

The Arrow Archive 25-26

Students are expected to have their IDs on a lanyard, around their neck, and visible at all times.
IDs may be taken off during physical activity but required to be put back around neck.
Students who do not have their ID will be required to acquire a temporary ID. A $1 fee will be added to the student's school cash account. Students who lose their ID may request a new one. The student will be provided with a new ID, lanyard, and sleeve. A $5 fee will be added to their school cash account.

Here are this year's standard lanyard colors:

6th Grade- Yellow

7th Grade- Black

8th Grade- Red

PRIDE is a built-in advisory period after 5th period. New this year! Students will be schedule to a specific PRIDE period and remain with the same teacher during PRIDE for the entire semester. This will allow us to better serve the needs of our students and allow teachers to build strong connections and mentorship with and advisory class. PRIDE is used for intervention, reteaching, social skills, character education, and other assigned activities. PRIDE challenges students socially and academically to become the best versions of themselves! For the first two weeks of school, students will stay in their 5th period classes during PRIDE time, it will be used to review PRIDE expectations, attend campus code of conduct assemblies, and get the student PRIDE PREP checklist set up and ready to go for the year.

• Monday, February 2- Character Ed & Pride Prep Checklist

• Tuesday, February 3- Homework day

• Wednesday, February 4- Math Waggle/Flex 

• Thursday, February 5- Reading Waggle/Flex

• Friday, February 6- Q3 PRIDE GAMES!

Supporting the Doerre PTO is one of the best ways to make a direct impact on our teachers and students! The PTO Spring Fundraiser is almost here! We need your help by signing your student up for a TeamFunded account and adding contacts. The fundraiser will launch on February 16!