Happy New Year! 🎉

As we welcome 2026, we are grateful for the opportunity to reflect on the first half of the school year and celebrate all that we have accomplished together. Your partnership—supporting learning at home, attending school events, and encouraging our students to do their very best—makes a meaningful difference each and every day.

Thank you for the trust you place in us and for the many ways you support our students and our school. We look forward to a year filled with continued growth, learning, and joyful moments at Kuehnle.

Wishing you and your family a happy, healthy, and successful year ahead.

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!

School Starts at 8:05 am - NEW START TIME for 25-26!

School Ends at 3:25 pm

Students may enter the building at 7:40 am

Front office hours: 7:40am-4:00 pm

Thank you for helping keep everyone safe by not dropping off your child before 7:40 a.m., as supervision begins at that time. If you need before-school care, please contact the front office about Koala Kare or visit their website for more information: https://www.koalakare-llc.com/

We kindly request that you do not enter the car rider line PRIOR to 7:30 AM. The line backs up and then our staff cannot get into the parking lot to park their cars and get to their classroom and morning duty assignments to welcome and supervise students. Thank you.

Dear Kuehnle Elementary Family, 

I am beyond excited to be serving the students, staff, and families of Kuehnle Elementary as the assistant principal. I am truly honored to continue serving this school community that has been my professional home for the past 12 years.

During my time at Kuehnle, I have had the privilege of serving in a variety of roles, including workroom/library paraprofessional, ACCESS paraprofessional, ACCESS teacher, 2nd grade ELA teacher, 5th grade ELA teacher, and most recently, Special Education Academic Lead Teacher. These experiences have allowed me to work closely with students across grade levels and collaborate with staff and families in many different capacities.

I am deeply committed to supporting a safe, positive, and engaging learning environment where all students can thrive academically, socially, and emotionally. Partnering with families is essential to student success, and I value open communication and collaboration as we work together.

Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions, concerns, or need support. I look forward to continuing to serve our students and families in this new role.

Thank you for your continued support of Kuehnle. I am excited for a successful year ahead.

Respectfully, 

Lupe Riojas 

December was a joyful and busy month at Kuehnle! Our Koalas were treated to wonderful musical performances from Kleb Intermediate, Strack Intermediate, and Klein High School, filling our campus with holiday cheer. Our 2nd graders, 4th graders, and ACCESS students enjoyed hands-on learning experiences aboard the Klein ISD STEAM Express, while our 5th graders had the opportunity to attend a special musical performance at Klein Collins High School.

In between these exciting experiences, there was still plenty of learning, serving, and leading taking place each day. We wrapped up the season by celebrating together through our annual Koala Days, Kuehnle Family Sing-Along, and Winter Parties.

We hope you and your family enjoyed a restful and joyful Winter Break. We look forward to creating many more meaningful and memorable moments with our students as we begin the second half of the school year. 🐨✨

When we return from Winter Break, students will participate in our Expectations Camp, where we will review the Kuehnle Koala T’s of Success—Think Safe, Take Responsibility, and Show Tolerance. This is an important time to remind our Koalas how their choices and actions help their greatness glow both in the classroom and throughout our campus.

As we move into the second half of the school year, we will continue encouraging students to make positive choices, show kindness, and support one another as they grow academically and socially. Thank you for your continued partnership in helping every Koala shine bright and be the best they can be.

As we begin the second half of the school year, strong attendance plays a key role in helping our Koalas continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Every day your child is at school is a valuable opportunity to build academic skills, stay connected to classroom learning, and develop habits of responsibility and consistency.

Being present each day also supports friendships, confidence, and a strong sense of belonging within our Kuehnle community. Even a few missed days can create learning gaps that may be challenging to close, which is why we encourage consistent attendance whenever possible.

When absences are necessary, we appreciate your help in ensuring they are properly documented. Please be sure to upload absence documentation in Skyward so we can accurately update your child’s attendance record.

Thank you for your continued partnership in supporting student success—every day counts! 💙🐨

A special thank you to our wonderful Parent Teacher Organization for all the ways you support our campus and staff. We are incredibly grateful for everyone who has joined and contributed this year!

The hibachi-style lunch setup was amazing—thank you to Hayashi Hibachi and the Saucedo family for treating our staff to such a fun and delicious experience.

We also want to extend a heartfelt thank you to the Ha family for their generous donation of food from Beijing Wok in Humble. It was such a thoughtful surprise—and absolutely delicious!

A big shoutout to H-E-B on Gosling for the nacho bar and popcorn bar donations. 

And finally, thank you to Mrs. Perez for the Blue Bell Ice Cream frosty treat donations and to Big Kahuna Fundraising for the gift wrapping paper donations.

Your continued sponsorship and support mean so much to our campus!

Kuehnle 25-26 Campus Spelling Bee

The 2025- 2026 Kuehnle Campus Spelling Bee took place on Thursday, December 4th, 2025. Participants included students from 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade who had placed in the top 12 at the campus “Qualifier Bee”. The students who participated from 3rd grade were Kaylin Cruz, Elizabeth Diebold, Noah Lafrance, and Zinnia Hargrove. The 4th grade participants were Porter Hernandez, Taim Zahreddine, Mira Khoury, Schuyler Pernites, and Ariella Krey-Villegas. From 5th grade, Mason Martinez, Josiah Fisher, and Mishri Vaghasiya.

After 23 rounds, our runner-up was Taim Zahreddine and our champion was Schuyler Pernites with a winning word of “prestigious”! Schuyler will go on to represent Kuehnle in the district spelling bee on Tuesday, January 27th at the Klein Multipurpose Center. Way to spell, Koalas! Your Kuehnle family is so proud of you all!

IMPORTANT JOGGING CLUB UPDATE

In the spring semester, we will switch our Jogging Club days to give our 5th graders an opportunity to participate in the Strings program, which meets before school on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Beginning in JANUARY, 1st and 2nd grade will meet on WEDNESDAY AND FRIDAYS.

3rd, 4th & 5th grade will meet on TUESDAYS and THURSDAYS.

Thank you for being flexible with this change in jogging club days. We look forward to continuing our program and watching them meet the milestones!

Mrs. Koonts & Mrs. Barthelemy

Purchase your tickets for Kuehnle PTO’s Winter Glow Dance

We are excited to announce this year’s Winter Dance, a night filled with music, fun and family.

* Limited tickets available for purchase on PTBoard for only $5 each

* Both students and parents require a ticket 

* This is a family event - no drop-offs allowed. All students must be accompanied by an adult.

Visit PTBoard to purchase your tickets:

https://kuehnlepto.ptboard.com/home

These will sell quickly, so don’t wait!

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

Kuehnle Yearbooks are on sale NOW. Its not too late to purchase the Kuehnle Yearbook! 

To purchase your yearbook, click HERE or go to www.treering.com

Soft cover: $22.00*

Hard cover: 28.02 *

*price does not include sales tax

Passcode is: 1016534883652460

See the image attached for more information. 

Questions? Please email kuehnlememorybook@gmail.com

25-26 Meal Prices 

Elementary Breakfast  $1.50 | Lunch $2.50

Borrowing Policy Students may borrow up to the price of 3 lunches for students on the paid eligibility.  Students having borrowed for three or more meals will be given a turkey sandwich, side dishes offered on the serving line, and milk at no charge. 

Free or Reduced Lunch To determine if a student qualifies for free or reduced-priced meals, families are encouraged to apply electronically at https://www.schoolcafe.com/kleinisd

• Applications need to be filled out each school year

• Families will need to sign into their existing SchoolCafé account or create a new account.

• Families will be notified with eligibility results within 10 business days. 

Show your Koala pride and stock up on all your favorite Kuehnle gear! 🎽🎒 From t-shirts and hoodies to more, our Spirit Store has everything you need to represent our amazing school in style! Scan the QR Code below.

Want to stay current with all things Kuehnle PTO? If so, then join Kuehnlepto.ptboard.com. It is free and you can always stay in the know. 

Visitor Procedures at Kuehnle

In alignment with Klein ISD’s safety protocols, all visitors must:

• Ring the doorbell and show a valid photo ID at the front entrance

• Identify yourself, your child’s name, and reason for visit

• Enter only through the main entrance by the flagpole

• Check in at the front office (ID will be scanned if visiting beyond the office)

• Wear a visible visitor name tag at all times

🚫 Please do not allow others to enter behind you.

Thank you for helping us keep our students and staff safe! 💛

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!

Klein ISD permits parents/guardians or grandparents to supply birthday snacks for their child’s birthday through the Klein ISD Food Service Department. Please email our food manage at dyoung1@kleinisd.net for more info and a list of items available.

• Birthday snacks will be distributed for the entire class at the end of the lunch period, after students have had a nutritious meal as defined by the School Lunch Program and Texas Department of Agriculture.

• Written consent from a parent/guardian must be obtained before a student will be permitted to have a birthday treat. (Sent in the 1st day packet.)

• Two weeks notice is required for ordering birthday snacks through Klein ISD.

• Birthday requests will begin after Sept 15th.

Please click this link to request Birthday treats through the Kuehnle cafeteria. You must print, complete and return to the cafeteria manager.

Additionally, the Texas Education Code §28.002(L-3)(1) permits parents/guardians or grandparents to provide a birthday snack for their child's birthday following these guidelines.

We encourage all families to explore the Klein ISD Family Curriculum Guides—a fantastic resource created to support you in your child’s educational journey. These guides are organized by grade level and quarter, and they make it easy to understand what your child is learning throughout the year. 💡👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

Inside each guide, you’ll find:

• ✅ Key concepts and skills for every subject

• ❓ Meaningful questions to ask your child

• 🏠 Helpful tips for learning at home

• 🧰 Additional tools for success

Whether you're reviewing a math concept or just starting a great dinner table conversation, these guides are here to help. Take a few minutes to check them out—you’ll feel even more connected and confident as your child’s partner in learning!

https://www.kleinisd.net/page/curriculumguides

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