Dear Kleb Families,

We are well into our quarter 3 grading period, and I am so proud of the steadfast pursuit of excellence our students exhibit daily. Emails were sent to families with middle of the year progress of student growth and achievement as indicated on the MAP assessment tool that students took in January. Thank you for taking time to review your child’s unique report and supporting your child at home. Our teachers are tailoring lessons to support your child on campus to meet individual needs. If you have any questions, please reach out to your child’s teacher or grade level office.

Benjamin Voss
bvoss1@kleinisd.net
832-249-5512

Dr. Sarah Bellini
sbellini1@kleinisd.net
832-249-5513

Dr. Jimmie Bennett
jbennett2@kleinisd.net
 832-249-5530

Progress Reports will be posted to Skyward on February 26, 2026. Students will need to have all assignments completed and submitted timely as grades for this grading period will pull on Monday, February 23, 2026.   

Please join me in celebrating our Houston Rockets STEM Teacher of the Month, Ms. Moss. Ms. Moss serves as one of our CTE and 7th grade social studies teachers. Ms. Moss is also our Coding Club sponsor here at Kleb. She has a passion to lead students in pathways that impact student learning.

I also would like to congratulate our students who have earned the distinction of All State Choir! We are so very blessed to have such talented students and teachers like Mrs. McDonald and Mrs. Chrest, who are committed to excellence every day. Our Kleb Choir is second to none!

I am so very proud of our students who have earned the distinction of Scholastic Art & Writing Competition Winners. Our Kleb staff are committed to providing opportunities for our students to shine. 

Please join me in also celebrating the outstanding results from this weekend’s Destination Imagination competition: our Engineering team placed 2nd and will advance to the state competition, the Fine Arts team won 1st place in the Instant Challenge and finished 4th overall, and the Improv team earned a strong 5th‑place finish. We are incredibly proud of these students for their creativity, teamwork, and dedication.

Thank you for your continued support of Kleb. It is such a pleasure to serve as principal at Kleb where we have excellent students, staff, and families.

Kind regards,
Spring Payne

A Week of Excitement at Kleb 🤩

What a week at Kleb! Classrooms buzzed with rigorous lessons, projects, and discussions showing student curiosity and growth. We celebrated achievements, enjoyed school‑spirit moments, and kicked off track season — go Kleb runners! Clubs met, teachers planned creative lessons, and families supported events that kept our community connected. Here’s to more learning, progress, and cheering on our students each week!

Special Thanks to Our PTO 🫶

A heartfelt thank you to our amazing PTO for treating staff to Sonic drinks this week and for generously stocking our classrooms with much‑needed supplies — Kleenex, notebooks, Expo markers, and more. Your support makes a real difference in our day‑to‑day work and in the learning environment we create for students. We feel so spoiled and deeply appreciate the time, care, and generosity of our parent community. Thank you for everything you do!

Savannah Jamandre - 6th - Savannah exemplifies what it means to be an outstanding student and classmate. Her infectious smile and positive attitude brighten every classroom she enters. As a dedicated hard worker, she consistently demonstrates respect for authority while making thoughtful decisions. What truly sets Savannah apart is her willingness to support her peers—she's always ready to lend a helping hand with genuine kindness and enthusiasm.

Felix Bertalotto - 6th - Felix stands out as a natural leader who inspires his peers through his actions. His remarkable self-control and deep empathy for others make him a role model in every situation. With unwavering respect and a commitment to excellence, Felix consistently strives to do his best while lifting others up along the way. He truly embodies the RISE values and serves as a shining example for the entire school community.

Taryn Davila - 7th - Taryn brings vibrant energy and enthusiasm to every class, even brightening early morning social studies with her zest for learning. Her exceptional talent and dedication shine through in all her academic pursuits. Beyond her creative and hardworking nature, Taryn's genuine kindness and friendly demeanor make everyone feel welcome. She greets each day with a smile and maintains a respectful, positive attitude that inspires both teachers and classmates.

Erick Lainez - 7th - Erick demonstrates exceptional character through his punctuality, respect, and unwavering attention to learning. He actively advocates for himself while maintaining a positive classroom presence that motivates others. His high level of motivation and genuine pride in his efforts are evident in everything he does. Erick's respectful interactions with both adults and peers, combined with his eagerness to learn and grow, create a welcoming environment for everyone. His consistent positivity and dedication make him a truly remarkable student who brings out the best in those around him.

Alayah Moshay - 8th - Alayah represents academic excellence through her consistent engagement and thoughtful questioning in every class. Her commitment to continuous improvement and growth mindset exemplify Kleb's R.I.S.E. values perfectly. She demonstrates remarkable persistence, working through challenges until completion while advocating for herself through insightful questions. Alayah's natural leadership emerges as she guides peers to stay focused, and her ability to connect classroom learning to real-world events showcases her deep academic curiosity and mature thinking.

Jasiah Word - 8th - Jasiah consistently demonstrates exceptional effort and determination in all his academic endeavors. His commitment to helping peers succeed, combined with his strong work ethic, makes him an invaluable classroom contributor. Through active listening and professional communication with both teachers and classmates, Jasiah models the respectful, responsible behavior that defines Kleb's R.I.S.E. expectations. His focused learning approach and ability to stay on task, even during challenging lessons, sets a powerful example that positively influences the entire learning community.

23- Cheer Tryouts
23- Choir Guys Night In
24- Choir Girls Night In
25- ELA Benchmark (Bring charged Chromebook)
26- Track Meet
26- Kleb Orchestra Novice Night Solo Contest

View the full calendar on our website: https://kleb.kleinisd.net/o/kleb/events

Klein ISD Community Classrooms is the go-to resource for parents, guardians, employees, volunteers, businesses, and community members to learn more about the District, its programs, initiatives, volunteer opportunities, and much more. 

Learn about Klein ISD Parent Essentials, Safety in Klein, and Special Education through one of our self paced learning modules! 
ALL Completions will earn you 1 Parent University Credit. 

Check it out at https://kisd.us/commclass-pu1 

🏃🏾‍➡️ Boys Track Website
🏃🏽‍♀️‍➡️ Girls Track Website

Do you have an 8th graders who is curious, motivated, and ready to take on new academic challenges? VISTAS is looking for students who are independent learners, collaborate well, show strong problem‑solving skills, and are excited to explore advanced coursework and enrichment opportunities.

Please review the attached flyer for a clear list of the student qualities VISTAS seeks and step‑by‑step sign‑up information. Deadline and contact details are on the flyer — reach out to the VISTAS coordinator if you have questions.

Click HERE to Klein Cain High School Honors College Pathway c/o 2030.

8th-grade Students: Interested in becoming a Student Trainer in high school? Learn skills, lead activities, and earn leadership experience. Scan the QR code to complete your application today!

As we get ready for course selection in January, we encourage families to look through our Career & Technical Education (CTE) Programs. This helps students see which 9th-grade courses match their interests. Parents and guardians can also support their students by talking with them about their future college and career ideas to help them choose the best courses for their goals.

Learn more about the CTE opportunities available in Klein ISD:
🔗 bit.ly/KISDCTEPrograms
🔗 bit.ly/KleinISDCTE

Please check your child’s account for any outstanding fees. Unpaid fees may affect their ability to participate in certain school events and activities including school dances.

To review and, if needed, pay these fees, please log in to your School Cash account at your earliest convenience. Timely payment helps ensure your child can fully enjoy all upcoming events.

Kleb athletes, families, and fans:

Please visit www.klebintathletics.com for Sports, Athletic Forms, Schedules, Announcements, Tickets, and more.

All athletes must have an approved Klein ISD athletic physical and completed Rank One Forms to receive equipment, practice, and compete in competition.

Early dismissal ends at 3:30 p.m. each day. To request early dismissal for your student(s), please call our attendance secretary, Ruby Morales, at 832-249-5495. You can also schedule early dismissal through Skyward or by dropping off a note at the Front Office.

Volunteer applications for the 2025-2026 school year are now being accepted. The Volunteer Application is an annual application. Security is a priority in Klein ISD; all volunteers are required to reapply for their position annually.

APPLY HERE

• Students must remain in dress code, including wearing their own school-issued ID badge.

• Students may not stay on campus after the school day ends while waiting for a game or performance to start.

• All students must remain seated either with an adult or in the designated student section only.

• Foul language is not permitted. All students are expected to follow the Kleb Core expectations at all times.

• Backpacks and outside food or drinks are not allowed at after-school events, including games and performances.

• Students should stay seated in the stands unless it is halftime or between games.

• Students will begin calling for rides at the start of the 4th quarter or during the second set of volleyball.

• Once the event is over, all student spectators must exit the stadium, gym, or event area promptly. Students will not be supervised after leaving the stadium or campus.

• If a student does not adhere to Kleb Core (R.I.S.E) or the student code of conduct, they may be asked to leave and/or lose the privilege to attend future events.

Cell phones may only be used before arriving on campus and after leaving for the day. During school hours, students are expected to keep their phones, smartwatches, and headphones stored out of sight in their backpacks before entering the building and throughout the day. Personal devices are not allowed in hallways, classrooms, restrooms, or the cafeteria.

Key points to remember:

• Students must put their phones, headphones, and smartwatches in their backpacks or purses before entering the building; devices should not be in their hands or pockets.

• Students who do not follow this rule will have their phones confiscated and sent to the grade-level discipline office.

• Confiscated phones must be picked up by a parent or guardian; they will not be returned directly to students.

• Only wired headphones are permitted during instructional time, as directed by teachers. Bluetooth or wireless earbuds are prohibited for safety reasons.

• If a parent or guardian needs to contact their student during the school day, please call the school office to have a message delivered.

Safety is our top priority at Kleb. At the start of the school year, every student will receive a new ID badge. All students are required to wear their ID badge visibly around their neck on a lanyard, with their name and photo clearly displayed. This policy helps ensure the safety of all Klein ISD students and is part of our dress code.

If a student arrives at school without their ID badge on, they must purchase a temporary ID band for $1 at the ID station in the cafeteria before school. Consequences reset at the start of each grading period. Here is the sequence of consequences for not wearing the ID badge:

1st: Purchase temporary ID ($1), warning
2nd: Purchase temporary ID ($1), parent contact
3rd: Purchase temporary ID ($1), 1 school detention
4th: Purchase temporary ID ($1), 2 school detentions
5th: Purchase temporary ID ($1), 3 school detentions OR 1 Saturday school
6th: Purchase permanent ID ($5), 1 day in-school suspension (ISS)
Additional Offenses: Considered major non-compliance

Kleb administration reserves the right to adjust consequences as needed.

A student is considered tardy if they are not inside the doorway of the classroom at the time the bell finishes ringing to signal the beginning of class.

Tardy Consequences: Tardy counts start over at the beginning of each week. Consequences are as follows:

1 Tardy: Free
2 Tardies: Warning
3 Tardies: 1 day before/after school detention
4 Tardies: 2 days before/after school detention
5 Tardies: 3 days before/after school detention
6 or more Tardies: 1 day in-school suspension (ISS)

Kleb Administration reserves the right to adjust consequences at any time.

Students who arrive more than 15 minutes late to class will be considered absent without permission (truant), and a discipline referral will be submitted.

Please be advised that the dress code will be enforced starting from day one. Some important points to remember include: no head coverings, hats, bandanas, or similar items are allowed; all shirts and shorts must be of appropriate length.

Please refer to the Student Handbook [here] for our dress code guidelines. To help maintain a positive and respectful school environment, students are expected to follow the dress code. If the dress code is not followed, appropriate disciplinary action will be taken in accordance with the student code of conduct.

Please note that fast food items and food deliveries will not be allowed or accepted during the school day.

Students may bring water bottles with closed lids to school. Please make sure the lids are securely closed to prevent spills.

To help prevent spills and keep our hallways safe from slipping hazards, please do not bring open containers or cups with straws to school. Closed bottles or spill-proof containers are the best choice for staying hydrated without accidents. Thank you for helping us maintain a clean and safe environment for everyone!

The Klein ISD Family Curriculum Guides are designed to help you understand the content and Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills your children will learn throughout the school year.

6th Grade

7th Grade

8th Grade