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
Happy National Principals Day to our very own Mrs. Spring Payne! Mrs. Payne's incredible leadership and dedication make Kleb Intermediate the outstanding place we're proud to call home, where every Bearcub can grow, learn, and shine! Her heart for our students and support for our teachers create the perfect environment where we all thrive together as one Klein family. Thank you, Mrs. Payne, for being the leader who makes our school SHINE every single day! ✨
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #NationalPrincipalsDay #KlebPride #LeadershipMatters #BearcubFamily #ThankYouMrsPayne
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #NationalPrincipalsDay #KlebPride #LeadershipMatters #BearcubFamily #ThankYouMrsPayne
This week's Staff Spotlight shines brightly on Christina Lomas, our incredible daytime lead custodian, who has been the heart and soul of Kleb for an amazing 21 years!
After moving from Mexico to Houston 36 years ago, Christina brought with her a warmth and dedication that has touched every corner of our school. She's not just keeping Kleb sparkling clean; she's been building lasting relationships with students and staff that span over two decades. Talk about leaving a mark that goes way beyond her daily job!
When she's not making Kleb shine, Christina is living her best life as a proud mom of three (two married sons and a daughter still at home) and an absolutely devoted grandmother to four lucky grandkids. Her secret to relaxation? A perfect cup of coffee, her favorite TV shows, and some good music. Sounds like the ideal time to us!
But here's where Christina gets really exciting – she's a woman of many passions! She's a devoted Houston Astros fan who loves catching games at Minute Maid Park whenever she can, and when soccer season rolls around, she's proudly cheering on Team Mexico!
And just when you think she couldn't get any cooler, Christina has discovered her love for adventure! From cruises to exploring Mexico City, she's embracing her travel bug and showing us all how to live life to the fullest!
What keeps Christina motivated after all these years? The pure joy of watching our students grow up, chase their dreams, and achieve their goals. The fact that former students still recognize and remember her years later speaks volumes about the genuine connections she creates every single day.
Ms. Christina is not just our custodian; she's a community builder, dream supporter, and all-around amazing human being! 🌟
After moving from Mexico to Houston 36 years ago, Christina brought with her a warmth and dedication that has touched every corner of our school. She's not just keeping Kleb sparkling clean; she's been building lasting relationships with students and staff that span over two decades. Talk about leaving a mark that goes way beyond her daily job!
When she's not making Kleb shine, Christina is living her best life as a proud mom of three (two married sons and a daughter still at home) and an absolutely devoted grandmother to four lucky grandkids. Her secret to relaxation? A perfect cup of coffee, her favorite TV shows, and some good music. Sounds like the ideal time to us!
But here's where Christina gets really exciting – she's a woman of many passions! She's a devoted Houston Astros fan who loves catching games at Minute Maid Park whenever she can, and when soccer season rolls around, she's proudly cheering on Team Mexico!
And just when you think she couldn't get any cooler, Christina has discovered her love for adventure! From cruises to exploring Mexico City, she's embracing her travel bug and showing us all how to live life to the fullest!
What keeps Christina motivated after all these years? The pure joy of watching our students grow up, chase their dreams, and achieve their goals. The fact that former students still recognize and remember her years later speaks volumes about the genuine connections she creates every single day.
Ms. Christina is not just our custodian; she's a community builder, dream supporter, and all-around amazing human being! 🌟
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-32
This week, we celebrated our outstanding Administrative Assistants on Secretary's Day, the hardworking staff members who keep our Kleb family running smoothly every single day! 💙💛 From answering calls with a smile to helping students, parents, and teachers, our office superstars truly embody the heart of our Bearcub community! These behind-the-scenes heroes deserve all the recognition for making Kleb Intermediate the welcoming, organized place we're proud to call home! 🐻✨
#KlebIntermediate #KleinFamily #SecretarysDay #OfficeHeroes #BearcubFamily #ThankYouTeam
#KlebIntermediate #KleinFamily #SecretarysDay #OfficeHeroes #BearcubFamily #ThankYouTeam
Our 8th graders had a special visit from Klein High's head volleyball coach, Jasmin Koonts, giving our future high schoolers a taste of what's ahead! 🌟 Coach Koonts also hosted an open gym at Kleb to connect all incoming 9th-12th grade Bearkats and share the excitement of Klein High volleyball. Talk about building that Klein Family bridge from intermediate to high school! Our students are already showing the determination and team spirit that makes us proud to be part of the Klein Family! 🏐
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #VolleyballLife #FutureBearkats #8thGradeStrong #KleinHighVolleyball #BearcubsRising
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #VolleyballLife #FutureBearkats #8thGradeStrong #KleinHighVolleyball #BearcubsRising
Our incredible Kleb Theatre cast and crew absolutely SHINED at the Klein ISD Middle School One Act Play Festival, earning the OUTSTANDING PLAY AWARD for "The 100 Dresses" along with multiple individual honors! Huge congratulations to our All-Star Cast members Elivia Chiles & Eden Singer, Honorable Mention Cast Rori Love & Havlyn Savoie, and Technical Award winner Christyne Theall! Special thanks to our amazing directors Amy Duty and Jennifer Richardson for their incredible leadership and guidance. Where creativity meets focus, our Bearcubs continue to prove that talent, hard work, and teamwork create pure magic on stage! 🏆🎭
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #KlebTheatre #The100Dresses #OneActPlay #AllStarCast #TheatreExcellence
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #KlebTheatre #The100Dresses #OneActPlay #AllStarCast #TheatreExcellence
Our 8th-graders dove into the fascinating world of surface tension this week, discovering just how many water droplets could balance on a penny and testing the limits before cups overflowed! The excitement was contagious as our future scientists pushed boundaries and made incredible observations that left them eager for more hands-on experiments. Way to embrace curiosity and make learning an adventure, Bearcubs! 🔬✨
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #SurfaceTension #8thGradeScience #HandsOnLearning #LearningIsFun
#KlebIntermediate #GoBearcubs #KleinFamily #SurfaceTension #8thGradeScience #HandsOnLearning #LearningIsFun
This week's Staff Spotlight shines brightly on Kristin Wood, our stellar 7th-grade science team lead!
From Klein ISD student to Klein ISD educator. Talk about coming full circle! Mrs. Wood's journey from the halls of Lemm Elementary and Schindewolf Intermediate to Klein Collins High School has led her right back home, where she's now inspiring the next generation of scientists.
Armed with her Secondary Education degree from Sam Houston State University and a rock-solid passion for geology (literally – she LOVES rocks! 🪨), Mrs. Wood found her calling in teaching because it lets her explore every fascinating corner of the science universe. Her classroom is where curiosity meets discovery, and her enthusiasm for all things science is absolutely contagious!
When she's not busy making science come alive for her students, Mrs. Wood has quite the collection of hobbies that showcase her adventurous spirit! She's a master LEGO builder who creates epic NASA sets so impressive they once graced her classroom before her bookshelf staged a dramatic collapse. As a devoted Star Wars fan, she knows her way around galaxies far, far away, and thanks to her husband's introduction to the world of D&D, she's now rolling dice in epic adventures while also crafting virtual worlds in Minecraft.
Mrs. Wood's love story is pretty magical, too. She met her husband online during the peak of COVID, proving that even pandemics can't stop true love! Together, they're now raising their beautiful 9-month-old daughter while sharing their home with two amazing dogs: Pike, their gentle giant pitbull, and Bailey, their brilliant Australian Shepherd.
Mrs. Wood truly embodies the spirit of exploration – whether she's uncovering the mysteries of science with her students or discovering new worlds through games and family adventures! 🌟🔬✨
From Klein ISD student to Klein ISD educator. Talk about coming full circle! Mrs. Wood's journey from the halls of Lemm Elementary and Schindewolf Intermediate to Klein Collins High School has led her right back home, where she's now inspiring the next generation of scientists.
Armed with her Secondary Education degree from Sam Houston State University and a rock-solid passion for geology (literally – she LOVES rocks! 🪨), Mrs. Wood found her calling in teaching because it lets her explore every fascinating corner of the science universe. Her classroom is where curiosity meets discovery, and her enthusiasm for all things science is absolutely contagious!
When she's not busy making science come alive for her students, Mrs. Wood has quite the collection of hobbies that showcase her adventurous spirit! She's a master LEGO builder who creates epic NASA sets so impressive they once graced her classroom before her bookshelf staged a dramatic collapse. As a devoted Star Wars fan, she knows her way around galaxies far, far away, and thanks to her husband's introduction to the world of D&D, she's now rolling dice in epic adventures while also crafting virtual worlds in Minecraft.
Mrs. Wood's love story is pretty magical, too. She met her husband online during the peak of COVID, proving that even pandemics can't stop true love! Together, they're now raising their beautiful 9-month-old daughter while sharing their home with two amazing dogs: Pike, their gentle giant pitbull, and Bailey, their brilliant Australian Shepherd.
Mrs. Wood truly embodies the spirit of exploration – whether she's uncovering the mysteries of science with her students or discovering new worlds through games and family adventures! 🌟🔬✨
Check out this week's Bearcub Bulletin! https://kleinisd.edurooms.com/engage/kleb-intermediate/newsletters/bearcub-bulletin-week-31
Our dedicated Pentathlon team represented Kleb Intermediate with incredible heart and determination at the Regional Tournament, with 6th grader Kosisochukwu Abolo earning district silver and Sadaf Mahreen bringing home regional bronze! Every athlete showed the commitment and Bearcub spirit that defines our school community. We're so proud of how our team prepared, competed, and supported each other throughout this journey!
