As we step into the month of February, we are excited to continue the incredible momentum we’ve built together at Kuehnle. Our focus remains on the goals we’ve set for a strong and successful 2025–2026 school year and on providing high levels of support for our Kuehnle Koalas.

February is a busy and joyful month on our campus! We look forward to Spring Pictures, celebrating National School Counselor Week, the 100th Day of School, February Mid-Winter Break, Benchmark testing, the Kuehnle Gifted and Talented Showcase, and our much-loved annual Kuehnle Hoedown. Each of these moments reflects the learning, growth, and strong sense of community that make Kuehnle such a special place.

Thank you for your continued trust, partnership, and support. We are grateful to work alongside you as we help our students learn, grow, and thrive.

With gratitude and Koala Pride,
Jennifer Elbert
Principal, Kuehnle Elementary 🐨

       Help Us Celebrate Our Amazing Teachers and Staff!

We invite all community members and families to take a moment to recognize and celebrate our amazing teachers and staff.

Please fill out the form to share your appreciation. This form will be open all year long and will be in each edition of our Kuehnle Chronicle.

Your responses will be compiled and shared with our staff. Thank you for helping us celebrate those who make a difference every day!

Due to district & state testing and lunch schedule changes our campus is closed to visitors (including lunch visitors) and volunteers on the following dates:

Feb 24

March 3 & 4

April 14 & 15

April 22 & 23

April 28 & 29

Thank you for your cooperation.

Our Koalas are excited to celebrate Valentine’s Day in their classrooms on Friday, February 6th. Students will have the opportunity to exchange Valentines with their classmates.

If your child would like to participate, please ensure they bring a Valentine for every student in their class. To keep our celebration safe for all, please do not send food items or candy for distribution.

We’ll be decorating Valentine bags at school, so no need to send one from home. Thank you for your support in making this a fun and memorable celebration for our students!

A big shout out to Mrs. Villarreal, our Kuehnle Counselor, as we enter National School Counseling Week. She works tirelessly to ensure our Koalas feel safe, supported, and valued. Whether she is guiding students through big feelings, partnering with families, collaborating with teachers, or advocating for what’s best for kids, her impact is felt across every corner of our school.

Mrs. Villarreal’s compassion, supportive presence, and unwavering dedication make a difference every single day. Kuehnle is a stronger, kinder, and more connected school because of her.

Please join us in celebrating and thanking Mrs. Villarreal for the incredible work she does for our students, families, and staff. We are so grateful to have her as part of our Kuehnle family! 🐨💙

At Kuehnle, strong attendance is one of the most important ways families can support student success. When students are well, we ask that they attend school every day and for the full instructional day.

Research shows that missing just 10% of the school year (about 18 days)—often called chronic absenteeism—can significantly impact learning. Elementary students who miss this much school are more likely to struggle with reading by third grade, and these challenges can affect long-term academic success.

Because learning is sequential, especially in the elementary years, each day of instruction matters. Consistent attendance helps students build strong routines, stay connected to learning, and develop confidence in the classroom.

Thank you for your continued partnership and commitment to helping our Kuehnle Koalas grow, learn, and thrive.

The Annual Klein Research Symposium Needs You!

Our students have done the research.
Now they need mentors, listeners, and encouragers.

Volunteer as a Research Appraiser and help provide meaningful feedback to student researchers from across Klein ISD.

✔️ No prior experience required
✔️ Quick training provided
✔️ Flexible time slots
✔️ Light snacks included 

March 2–3

Klein Multipurpose Center
9:00–11:00 AM or 11:30 AM–1:30 PM

 Register today: https://forms.gle/KWSU8CiHpra7AJYj8 

Support discovery. Support student voice. Support Klein.

To ensure a safe and structured environment, only a student’s parents, grandparents, legal guardians, or family may visit and have lunch with their child.

Students may not have lunch with another student’s parent, grandparent, or guardian, even with parental permission.

Thank you for your cooperation in keeping our students safe!

School-Aged Lunch Visitors

We truly appreciate seeing our former students, but we must firmly request that intermediate and high school students not visit Kuehnle during lunch. Attendance is crucial, and we wholeheartedly support the initiatives of other campuses in this regard. If a student is unable to attend their own school due to health issues, it is important for them to stay home for their own well-being. Our priority is to ensure the health and safety of all our Koalas.

Howdy, Cowgirls and Cowboys! The Kuehnle Hoedown is Friday, February 27th. Parents/guardians are welcome to watch your little darlins' have a boot scootin', toe tappin', good time. Please plan ahead by RSVPing to the event by noon on Monday, February 23rd.

Dress in your best western duds but leave your spurs and toy guns back at the ranch!

Hoedown Visitor Information

Badge Pickup:

Visitors who RSVP’d can pick up their badges at the tables outside the front office.

If you did not RSVP, please arrive early as you may have to wait in line to get your badge. We don’t want you to miss the Hoedown!

After receiving your badge, please wait in the designated area near the gym.

During the Hoedown:

You will be directed into the gym when it’s time for your grade level to perform.

Please remain on the red painted portion of the gym floor upon entering.

You do not need to ‘check out’ when you leave unless you are doing an early dismissal.

Early Dismissal:

Parents/guardians who RSVP’d for early dismissal will have slips filled out for you.

If you did not RSVP but wish to take your child home early, please complete the slips at the early dismissal table after receiving your badge. At the conclusion of the hoedown ALL students will return to their classrooms. Parents may NOT take their students from the hoedown event. If your child has an Early dismissal after the hoedown, a white early dismissal slip will be sent to your child’s teacher. Parent's/guardians will receive a yellow ticket. Your child must turn in the white ticket to a staff member at the front doors. Parents/guardians should wait outside to meet their child and present the yellow ticket to a staff member in order to receive their child.

Important Reminders:

*Students leaving before 10 AM will be marked absent for the day. Only custodial parents can take children unless prior consent is given via email to kuehnlefrontdesk@kleinisd.net. A valid driver’s license is required for early dismissal.

*We cannot accommodate lunch visitors or drop-offs due to scheduling changes.

If your child does not purchase lunch from the cafeteria, please send them with a lunch as the front office will be busy managing badges.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

RSVP For the Kuehnle Hoedown: 

PLEASE RSVP using the link below by Monday, February 23rd at noon. 

https://forms.gle/TyP7Q92bRTRTsSeH6

CALLING ALL KUEHNLE STUDENTS!

The Student Yearbook Cover Art Contest is officially open!
This year’s theme is “Let Your Greatness Glow.”

Students are invited to create an original drawing that represents what this theme means to them. Artwork may be submitted January 13 through March 13, 2026.

Submission Details

Please review the flyer for art submission Koalafications.

All entries must be turned in to the Front Office by March 13, 2026.

We can’t wait to see how our Koalas let their greatness glow through their creativity!

Questions?
Please contact Abby Cottle at Kuehnlememorybook@gmail.com