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Hometown Jewel Kendra Scott Inspires Students, Gives Back to Education Foundation

Klein, TX — Kendra Scott, a renowned entrepreneur and jewelry design magnate, stepped into the halls of Klein High School for the first time in 31 years. This household name and Bearkat gem graduated in 1992 and was given a warm welcome home by our Klein High students and staff.

$79K in Educator Grants Awarded by Klein ISD Education Foundation

Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF) directors, community members, and our Superintendent, Dr. Jenny McGown, made surprise visits aboard the KEF Celebration Express, delivering $79,134 in innovative classroom grants.

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Bernshausen Elementary Awarded $1,972 from KEF for ‘Cha-Cha Chomp Garden’ Grant

Benignus received a Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF) grant to fund the Cha-Cha Chomp Garden project for bilingual 5th graders.

Benignus Elementary Awarded $5,000 from KEF for ‘I Like Large Print and I Cannot Lie’ Grant

Benignus received a Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF) grant to fund the ‘I Like Large Print and I Cannot Lie’ program to improve readers of all levels.

Klein ISD Fine Arts Department Awarded $13,000 from KEF for ‘KREATE’ Interactive Experience

The Klein ISD Fine Arts Department recently received a grant from the Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF) to pioneer and host the inaugural Klein ISD Fine Arts Festival in May 2024.

Klein ISD Special Education Department Awarded $24,990 from KEF for ‘Bridge Center Bistro’ Lead the Spark Grant

The Klein ISD Special Education Department was recently honored with a grant from the Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF) to establish the ‘Bridge Center Bistro.’

Grace England Early Childhood Center Awarded $2,700 from KEF for Early Literacy Grant

Grace England Early Childhood Center was recently honored with a grant from the Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF) that aims to extend their educational reach beyond books.

Klein Cain Awarded $7,030 from KEF for ‘Emotional Support Animal’ Grant

Klein Cain High School recently received a grant from the Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF) to create a more positive and supportive environment for students, staff, and the entire school community.

KEF Grant. Group with check presentation.

Kleb Intermediate Awarded $7,472 from KEF for ‘Flashlight Fridays’ Grant

Kleb Intermediate recently received a grant from the Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF), sparking an exciting opportunity for students to immerse themselves in independent reading in a completely new and engaging manner- by equipping each student with an LED flashlight to use for their reading time.

Doerre Intermediate Awarded $6,200 from KEF for ‘The Language Lounge’ Grant

Doerre Intermediate received a Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF) grant to unite students through literature with The Language Lounge.

Klein High Awarded $3,500 from KEF for ‘Score Big with Behavior’ Grant

Klein High School received a Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF) grant to fund the ‘Score Big with Behavior’ program.

Lemm Elementary Awarded $7,270 from KEF for ‘As a Matter of Fact’ Grant

Lemm received a Klein ISD Education Foundation (KEF) grant for the “ As a Matter of Fact” program to improve the math skills of 4th and 5th graders.

McDougle Students, Teacher Honored at Board Meeting

The Klein ISD Board of Trustees recognized an outstanding McDougle Elementary educator and two outstanding students at the November Board meeting for their dedication to success in the classroom.

Haude Elementary Crochet Club Weaving Threads of Creativity

In a corner of Haude Elementary School's library, the soft click of crochet hooks and the hum of laughter have become a common melody.

Klein Intermediate Students, Teacher Honored at Board Meeting

The Klein ISD Board of Trustees recognized a phenomenal Klein Intermediate educator and two outstanding students at the November Board meeting for their dedication to success in the classroom.

Leadership in Action - Klein High School, Chick-fil-A, and the Million Book Giveaway

In the heart of Klein High School, a group of motivated students has come together to form the Chick-fil-A Leadership Academy, aiming to cultivate leadership skills through a partnership with the iconic fast-food chain.

Record-Breaking $170,000 Raised for Classroom Grants at Foundation Golf Tournament

Beloved Longtime Board Member Georgan Reitmeier Retires

Klein, TX – After 18 years of service to the Klein ISD Board of Trustees, distinguished Klein ISD Trustee Georgan Reitmeier has retired, choosing not to run for reelection.

Relief Rezoning Update #2 - NOV 17

Klein ISD Board of Trustees Approve 2024-2025 Academic Calendar

‘A’ Rating for Financial Integrity in Klein ISD 21 Years in a Row

Honoring Our Heroes: Klein ISD Hosts 23rd Annual Veterans Day Breakfast & Program

Mr. Adrian Sendejas: ‘I’m in the business of making good people’

Mr. Adrian Sendejas is a businessman.

“It may sound a bit cliché, but the truth is I am in the business of making good people,” he said. “I want to help build my students into people who are responsible, make good and thoughtful decisions, and strengthen our community.”

Klein Champions Shine at Special Olympics Texas State Competition

Klein Champions athletes from various Klein ISD campuses recently participated in the Fall Classic, a Special Olympics Texas State Competition. This event showcased the remarkable impact of inclusion and unity in sports.

The Klein Difference

Academics

Klein ISD offers graduation pathways and courses from Pre-Kindergarten through 12th grade with rigorous academics and an excellent well-rounded education.

Arts

Every Klein ISD student is given the opportunity to participate in our extensive and celebrated Fine Arts program for music, theater, visual arts, and dance.

Athletics

With over 40 years of athletic performance and competition at the state level, Klein ISD continues to level-up in athletics with our comprehensive and winning athletic programs.

Our Shared Vision

In Klein ISD, EVERY student enters with a Promise and exits with a Purpose.

Our students are at the center of everything we do in Klein ISD, and our work centers on a singular, shared vision that Every Student Enters With A Promise and Exits With A Purpose.

Our Strategic Priorities

Cultivate Talent. Build Community. Reimagine Learning.

Klein ISD supports the success of every student by focusing on three strategic priorities—Cultivate Talent, Build Community, Reimagine Learning.

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Our Guiding Documents

Profile of a Learner. Profile of a Leader. High-Quality Teaching.

Three Guiding Documents created collectively in the community define our culture by describing the aspirational and inspirational attributes of a Klein ISD Learner, Leader, and High-Quality Teaching.

Hear our #KLEINFAMILY Stories

Donna Schultz

Alumni & Employee

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Donna Schultz

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Lee Baker

Alumni

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Lee Baker

Lee has been part of the #KleinFamily since he was 3 years old when his dad became the soccer coach at Klein High School. Lee met his wife when he was a student at Klein High, and now they are raising all three of their kids in Klein. Lee and his brother opened uScore Soccer right in the heart of Klein to give back to the community that gave so much to his family.

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Zeke Adekolu

Alumni

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Zeke Adekolu

Zeke grew up in foster care and met Klein High Counselor Katy Keener when he was a Freshman. Katy took the time to get to know him and encourage him to pursue his dreams of going to college. Today, 10 years later, Zeke credits Katy with helping him become the man he is today.

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Butch Theiss

Alumni

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Butch Theiss

Edwin G. Theiss, affectionately known as Butch, has seen Klein grow from a small farming community to a large suburban destination for families and businesses alike. Butch joined us to tell his story in the historic Kohrville schoolhouse, one of the first school buildings in Klein ISD and one of the last still standing.

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Lyle Lovett

Alumni

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Lyle Lovett

As a Klein High Class of 1975 Graduate, Lyle remembers walking through the lunch line and seeing a picture of his mom’s graduating class – class of 1945! Lyle is proud of the tradition of excellence in academics as well as the arts and contributes much of his success to his time here in Klein ISD.

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Kendra Rodgers Brown

Alumni & Employee

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Kendra Rodgers Brown

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Klein ISD Distinctions

District Facts

$57M

In Scholarships

The Class of 2023 were awarded a record-breaking $57 million in scholarship funds.

50+

Industry-Standard Certifications

Our cutting-edge CTE programs offer over 50 industry-standard certifications.

40+

Winning Years

Over 40 consecutive years of outstanding athletic performance & competition at the state level.

Top 5%

In the State

As a Texas Art Education Association District of Distinction we are one of the top 5% visual arts programs in the state.

Academics

50+

Industry-Standard Certifications

Our cutting-edge CTE programs offer over 50 industry-standard certifications.

$57M

In Scholarships

The Class of 2023 were awarded a record-breaking $57 million in scholarship funds.

1 of 3

Celebrated Student Achievement

1 of 3 stops for TEA Commissioner Mike Morath on his statewide tour celebrating “unparalleled growth” in student achievement.

$485,863

Earned by Students

Agriscience Pathway students earned a record-breaking $485,863 at our Livestock Project & Show.

Arts

Top 5%

In the State

As a Texas Art Education Association District of Distinction we are one of the top 5% visual arts programs in the state.

10+

Over a Decade

Recognized as Best Community for Music Education for over a decade, representing the best in the nation by the NAMM Foundation.

2023

Tommy Tune Awards

Students recognized for Outstanding Ensemble, Orchestra, Scenic Design, Actor, and Lighting Design at the Tommy Tune Awards.

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In the Nation

Named a Premiere Community for Theatre Education by Texas Thespians, the nations largest Education Theatre Association chapter.

Athletics

62

All-State Athletes

62 students named Academic All-State Athletes by THSCA for their remarkable athletic talent & academic excellence.

85

Signed Students

On National Signing Day 85 students signed letters of intent for college affirming their dedication to academics and athletic achievement.

40+

Winning Years

Over 40 consecutive years of outstanding athletic performance & competition at the state level.