Doerre Families,

As we wrapped up last week, we couldn’t help but reflect on what a great first week back it was at Doerre. From a strong start to the semester, to meaningful conversations with students, to a Friday full of smiles—it has been wonderful welcoming everyone back for the new year.

This week will be a busy one. Students will participate in two days of MAP testing, and our 8th grade students will visit the high school on Wednesday as part of their transition experience. We’ll close out the week with a well-earned three-day weekend.

On Monday, students and staff are invited to wear Texans gear as we cheer on our hometown team heading into the playoffs!

As always, please let us know if there is anything we can do to support your family. Thank you for your continued partnership!

With gratitude,
Annie Welday-Zimney
Principal, Doerre Intermediate

 Upcoming Dates-

January 12- MOY MAP Testing ELA

January 13- MOY MAP Testing Math

January 14- 8th Grade Visits to High Schools

January 27- Spring Open House & GT Expo

January 28- 5th Grade Visits to Doerre

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

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!

We invite you to attend our Spring Open House on Monday, January 27, from 5:30–7:00 PM. This will be a come-and-go style event, so families are welcome to attend at any point during the evening.

Departments will host showcases in pockets around the school, highlighting student learning and programs. Our counselors will host Course Selection Information Sessions in the Gym at the following times:

Rising 6th Grade Families: 5:30–6:00 PM

Rising 7th & 8th Grade Families: 6:15–6:45 PM

In addition, the Annual 2025–2026 GT Project Expo will be on display in the Cafeteria.

We hope you’ll join us to explore all that Doerre has to offer. We look forward to seeing you!

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PRIDE Schedule Update

As we begin the new semester, we will be holding brief, face-to-face PRIDE sessions focused on reinforcing positive behavior expectations across campus. These discussions will be led by our campus leadership team and will be short (approximately 15–20 minutes) and review important reminders such as wearing IDs, hallway traffic/behavior, cell phones, etc. This is not a full lesson like the beginning of the year, but rather a quick reset to help students start strong.

The schedule is as follows:

January 8 – 8th Grade

January 9 – 7th Grade

January 14 – 6th Grade

Students will attend with their PRIDE class and will return to their regular schedule afterward.

Thank you for your continued partnership as we work together to support a positive and focused learning environment for all students.

Attention 8th Grade Families:
Several informational meetings will take place this week to support students as they prepare for high school. These sessions provide valuable insights into courses, programs, and expectations for the next level. We strongly encourage families to attend and take advantage of this opportunity.

Tuesday, January 13th- CTE College Programs Family Night

Wednesday, January 14th- Klein Cain FFA Interest Meeting

Thursday, January 15th - Klein Cain Course Selection Showcase

Thursday, January 22nd- Klein High Course Selection Showcase

Course Selection Upcoming Events

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.

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Families,

Please note that MOY MAP Testing will take place on Monday, January 12, and Tuesday, January 13. On both days, students will follow an alternate bell schedule (see details below).

Monday, January 12- Grades 6-8 ELA MAP

Tuesday, January 13- Grades 6-8 Math MAP

We ask that you please encourage your student to bring a fully charged Chromebook to school on both testing days to ensure a smooth testing experience.

MAP Testing Room Assignments are posted for students in Schoology. Please have your student review their room Sunday night! It is the same testing room as the BOY MAP test that took place at the beginning of the year. 

Science MOY MAP testing will take place in the classroom setting.

**There will be no tutorials on MAP testing days. 

Thank you for your support as we work to ensure our students are set up for success!

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.

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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, January 12- No PRIDE- MAP Testing Schedule

• Tuesday, January 13- No PRIDE- MAP Testing Schedule

• Wednesday, January 14- Character Ed & 6th Assembly

• Thursday, January 15- Math Waggle/Flex, 8th Assembly 

• Friday, January 16- Reading Waggle/Flex, 7th Assembly

Supporting the Doerre PTO is one of the best ways to make a direct impact on our teachers and students! By joining, you help provide valuable resources, fund exciting events, and create opportunities that enrich the learning experience for all Warriors. Your membership helps ensure our teachers feel supported, our students are celebrated, and our campus community continues to thrive. Together, we can make a difference—join the Doerre PTO today! Join here: Doerre Intermediate School PTO - Klein ISD, TX - Membership