Check out this week's Bearcub Bulletin! https://kleinisd.edurooms.com/newsletters/kleb-intermediate/newsletters/26-27-bearcub-bulletin-week-3
This week's Staff Spotlight shines brightly on Mrs. Jen Scheffer, a sixth-grade ELA extraordinaire who's bringing three decades of teaching magic to Kleb!
With an impressive 33 years in education under her belt, Mrs. Scheffer has taught it all—from elementary explorers to high school scholars—but she's spent most of her career (21 years!) perfecting the art of teaching middle schoolers. And here's the heartwarming twist: Kleb isn't just another school for her. It's home. Her daughter Eliza walked these very halls, creating cherished memories that now make Mrs. Scheffer's first year at Kleb extra special. Eliza went on to graduate from Klein High School and is now making her own mark at the University of Kansas, studying political science and communications. Talk about coming full circle!
Born and raised in El Paso and a proud Texas Tech graduate, Mrs. Scheffer traded the West Texas winds of Lubbock for Houston's vibrant arts scene—because who can resist world-class theater, ballet, museums, and sports? She and her husband, Steve, married 19 years ago and chose Klein for its outstanding schools. Mrs. Scheffer knew from the start she wanted to teach in the community she loved. Now in her 14th year with Klein ISD, she's finally teaching where her heart has always been.
Ask Mrs. Scheffer about her favorite part of teaching, and her answer will warm your heart: watching a student's eyes light up when they realize they're learning, growing, and truly comprehending. After 33 years, that magical moment still fuels her passion for education—and that's what makes a legendary teacher!
When she's not inspiring young readers and writers, you'll find Mrs. Scheffer curled up with a good book or movie, enjoying quality time with her husband, and snuggling with her adorable rescue pup, Carole—named after the legendary Carole King. Following in the paw prints of their former dogs, Bob Dylan and Joni (yes, those icons!), Carole is living the rockstar life. The Scheffers are looking to adopt dog number two soon: Will it be Stevie? Dolly? Elton? Your guess is as good as ours!
Welcome to the Kleb family, Mrs. Scheffer—we're so lucky to have you! 🎉📚🐾
Check out this week's Bearcub Bulletin! https://kleinisd.edurooms.com/newsletters/kleb-intermediate/newsletters/26-27-bearcub-bulletin-week-2
This week's Staff Spotlight shines on Christopher Gonzales, Kleb's maestro of musical excellence! 🎺🎷✨
For nine years, Mr. Gonzales has been the heartbeat of Kleb's band program, and with 14 years of experience in another district before that, he's been shaping young musicians for over two decades! As a woodwind specialist who mastered both clarinet and saxophone, he knows his way around a reed like nobody's business.
But here's where things get really impressive: Mr. Gonzales isn't just teaching kids—he's teaching teachers. This sought-after clinician has presented at the Texas Music Educators Association convention, the Midwest Clinic in Chicago, and even nationwide for national band organizations. His passion? Ensuring every student gets equitable access to quality music education, especially in Title I schools. Talk about making a difference!
Under his baton, the Kleb Bands have become a powerhouse of achievement—earning superior UIL ratings, Grand Champion titles, Best in Class awards, and national recognition that most programs only dream about. The Kleb Symphonic Band will perform at the 2025 Music for All National Concert Festival in Indianapolis, was named a State Finalist for the 2026 TMEA CCC Honor Band Contest, and has been selected for the prestigious Midwest Clinic in Chicago in December 2026. Not too shabby!
When he's not conducting or presenting clinics, Mr. Gonzales dedicates his summers to the Stone of Hope Youth Organization in Salt Lake City, mentoring at-risk children. Because apparently, transforming lives through music during the school year isn't enough—he does it year-round!
Music truly runs in the Gonzales family. His wife, Kim, is the music teacher at Mahaffey, making them Klein ISD's ultimate musical power couple! Their oldest, Evan, was All-State in both French Horn AND Jazz Trumpet at Klein High and is now pursuing music at SHSU (Go Bearkats!). Daughter Aubrie is rocking the flute at Klein High while also exploring her creative side in the cosmetology program. And youngest daughter Elise is keeping the family's musical legacy alive on trumpet.
When he finally gets a moment to himself, you'll find Mr. Gonzales with a book, exploring new cuisine, or enjoying the great outdoors.
Mr. Gonzales, thank you for orchestrating excellence at Kleb and inspiring the next generation of musicians—both in our hallways and across the nation! 🎶👏
Check out the Week 1 Bearcub Bulletin! https://kleinisd.edurooms.com/newsletters/kleb-intermediate/newsletters/26-27-bearcub-bulletin-week-1
Tomorrow (Friday, 8/7) is Technology Pick Up Day! Students in grades 6-8 can pick up their Chromebook & student ID from 9 AM-12 PM or 1-4 PM. Enter through the cafeteria.
IMPORTANT: The ADP Chromebook fee must be paid BEFORE receiving the Chromebook. Be sure to pick up your student ID first. It's REQUIRED to get the Chromebook.
Can't make it? No worries! All items will be available on the first day of school.
Hello Kleb Families! 🎉
Our first newsletter of the year is here! Catch up on what's happening, important dates, and exciting updates for 2026-2027.
👉 Read it now:
https://kleinisd.edurooms.com/newsletters/kleb-intermediate/newsletters/26-27-bearcub-bulletin-bts
Check out this week's Bearcub Bulletin! https://kleinisd.edurooms.com/newsletters/kleb-intermediate/newsletters/bearcub-bulletin-week-36
Our 2025-2026 Kleb Intermediate yearbooks have officially arrived and will be distributed during lunches on Thursday, May 21st and Friday, May 22nd!
Haven't ordered yet? No worries! A limited number of books will be available for purchase at lunch for $45 (cash only), or you can still order online and have it shipped directly to your door.🐾💙
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #YearbookDay #BearcubMemories #KlebYearbook2026 #CaptureTheMoment #SchoolSpirit
Huge congratulations to Sadaf Mahreen for her incredible 2nd-place finish in the district quick coding challenge! 💻🔥 Our coding superstar crushed 21 challenges in just 19 minutes, showcasing the dedication, problem-solving skills, and excellence that make us proud! A big shout-out to Ms. Moss, our outstanding coding club sponsor, whose guidance and support helped make this achievement possible! 🌟👏
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #CodingChampion #BearcubPride #CodingTalent
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #CodingChampion #BearcubPride #CodingTalent
Check out this week's Bearcub Bulletin! https://kleinisd.edurooms.com/engage/kleb-intermediate/newsletters/bearcub-bulletin-week-35
This week's Staff Spotlight shines on the one and only Mr. Jamen Austin!
From spinning tracks as a DJ to being a super para at Kleb, Mr. Austin is a man of many talents! Born in Germany as a military kid, he spent his childhood jet-setting around the world thanks to his dad's 12 years in the Air Force!
These days, you'll find him juggling more roles than he has Funko Pops in his collection (and trust us, that's saying something!). When he's not being a super para extraordinaire at Kleb, he's wielding clippers as a skilled barber, rolling the dice as a Dungeon & Dragons enthusiast, strategizing his next chess move, or trading foreign stocks like a Wall Street wizard. Talk about a Renaissance man!
But here's what really sets Mr. Austin apart: Inspired by his mother, who was a Special Education teacher for 20 years, he goes above and beyond in everything he does. He even brings his barber skills to those in need of a calm, familiar environment for haircuts, proving that he's always thinking about how to make life a little easier for those he serves.
With 5 years in Klein ISD under his belt, including starting at TEP and spending the last 2 ½ years blessing Kleb, Mr. Austin continues to show up every day for our students with passion, creativity, and dedication. And when he heads home? He has 3 amazing kids and a superstar wife who also happens to be one of Kleb's incredible administrative assistants. We're doubly blessed to have them both at Kleb!🌟✂️
From spinning tracks as a DJ to being a super para at Kleb, Mr. Austin is a man of many talents! Born in Germany as a military kid, he spent his childhood jet-setting around the world thanks to his dad's 12 years in the Air Force!
These days, you'll find him juggling more roles than he has Funko Pops in his collection (and trust us, that's saying something!). When he's not being a super para extraordinaire at Kleb, he's wielding clippers as a skilled barber, rolling the dice as a Dungeon & Dragons enthusiast, strategizing his next chess move, or trading foreign stocks like a Wall Street wizard. Talk about a Renaissance man!
But here's what really sets Mr. Austin apart: Inspired by his mother, who was a Special Education teacher for 20 years, he goes above and beyond in everything he does. He even brings his barber skills to those in need of a calm, familiar environment for haircuts, proving that he's always thinking about how to make life a little easier for those he serves.
With 5 years in Klein ISD under his belt, including starting at TEP and spending the last 2 ½ years blessing Kleb, Mr. Austin continues to show up every day for our students with passion, creativity, and dedication. And when he heads home? He has 3 amazing kids and a superstar wife who also happens to be one of Kleb's incredible administrative assistants. We're doubly blessed to have them both at Kleb!🌟✂️
Kleb 8th Grade: Your 8th grader's class panoramic photo is coming up! 📅 Photo Day: Wednesday, May 20, 2026. Order Details: $35 includes 1–10x32 class panoramic photo + 1–8x16 formation photo. Payment is due on picture day. Please return the completed order form with payment to the photographer. Payment options: Cash, check, or credit card (make checks payable to Herndon Panoramics). Order online at www.herndonpanoramics.com (shipping fees apply).
Congratulations to our Bearcubs of the Week!
Check out this week's Bearcub Bulletin! https://kleinisd.edurooms.com/engage/kleb-intermediate/newsletters/bearcub-bulletin-week-34
Happy Mother's Day to all the incredible moms in our Kleb Family! Today, we celebrate the wonderful women who support our Bearcubs every single day! Your love, dedication, and encouragement help our students shine. Wishing all the moms, grandmothers, aunts, and mother figures a beautiful day! 🐻💐
#KlebIntermediate #BearcubMoms #KleinFamily #MothersDay #ThankYouMoms
#KlebIntermediate #BearcubMoms #KleinFamily #MothersDay #ThankYouMoms
This week's Staff Spotlight shines on Ms. Tish Shelton, the heartbeat of our cafeteria! 🌟
While most heroes wear capes, ours wears an apron and a smile that can brighten even the busiest lunch rush. Ms. Tish isn't just managing meals, she's crafting a family, one kind gesture at a time.
With 16 years of dedication to Klein ISD under her belt, Ms. Tish has left her mark across seven campuses (Haude, Eiland, McDougle, Metzler, Blackshear, Nitsch, and now four incredible years at Kleb). But here's the thing: wherever she goes, love follows. Her staff doesn't just respect her, they adore her. She was even recently gifted a Maltese puppy from her staff for her birthday! Talk about the ultimate "you're the best boss ever" moment! 🐶💕
Before becoming the cafeteria queen we know today, Ms. Tish was a medical assistant. She made the leap to education to sync her schedule with her kids, and guess what? She discovered her true calling. Consistently ranking in the top percentile for manager surveys district-wide, she's proof that when you lead with heart, excellence naturally follows.
Beyond the lunch line, Ms. Tish is a proud mom to three grown children and a devoted grandmother to three lucky grandkids. She's also raising her senior at Klein Forest, who will be joining the Klein ISD Bridge program next year, a journey close to her heart as she champions our special education students every single day.
When she's not creating magic in the cafeteria, you'll find Ms. Tish cruising around with country music playing, shopping with her three sisters, diving into a good book, or worshiping at church. Family, faith, and a good tune—that's the Tish Shelton recipe for joy!
While most heroes wear capes, ours wears an apron and a smile that can brighten even the busiest lunch rush. Ms. Tish isn't just managing meals, she's crafting a family, one kind gesture at a time.
With 16 years of dedication to Klein ISD under her belt, Ms. Tish has left her mark across seven campuses (Haude, Eiland, McDougle, Metzler, Blackshear, Nitsch, and now four incredible years at Kleb). But here's the thing: wherever she goes, love follows. Her staff doesn't just respect her, they adore her. She was even recently gifted a Maltese puppy from her staff for her birthday! Talk about the ultimate "you're the best boss ever" moment! 🐶💕
Before becoming the cafeteria queen we know today, Ms. Tish was a medical assistant. She made the leap to education to sync her schedule with her kids, and guess what? She discovered her true calling. Consistently ranking in the top percentile for manager surveys district-wide, she's proof that when you lead with heart, excellence naturally follows.
Beyond the lunch line, Ms. Tish is a proud mom to three grown children and a devoted grandmother to three lucky grandkids. She's also raising her senior at Klein Forest, who will be joining the Klein ISD Bridge program next year, a journey close to her heart as she champions our special education students every single day.
When she's not creating magic in the cafeteria, you'll find Ms. Tish cruising around with country music playing, shopping with her three sisters, diving into a good book, or worshiping at church. Family, faith, and a good tune—that's the Tish Shelton recipe for joy!
Congratulations to our Bearcubs of the Week!
Check out this week's Bearcub Bulletin! https://kleinisd.edurooms.com/engage/kleb-intermediate/newsletters/bearcub-bulletin-week-33
🎉 Kleb Intermediate has once again been officially recognized by Solution Tree for our outstanding success in raising student achievement through our Professional Learning Communities at Work® process! Since our first recognition in 2020, our dedicated educators continue to demonstrate our commitment to collaborative learning and results every three years, and it's paying off big time for our students. This prestigious recognition proves that when our Klein Family works together, our Bearcubs soar to new heights! 🐻💙💛
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #SolutionTree #PLCatWork #StudentAchievement #ProudBearcubs #ExcellenceInEducation #CollaborativeLearning #KlebPride
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #SolutionTree #PLCatWork #StudentAchievement #ProudBearcubs #ExcellenceInEducation #CollaborativeLearning #KlebPride
