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Counselors
Jo Ann Lakin Students (A–Go) jlakin1@kleinisd.net 832-249-5688
Dawn Kirk Students (Gr–O) dkirk@kleinisd.net 832-249-5686
Valerie Luedeker Students (P–Z) vluedeker@kleinisd.net 832-249-5690
Lindsey Collins Special Education lcollins1@kleinisd.net 832-249-5684
Lori Pietsch Special Education lpietsch@kleinisd.net 832-249-5684

Registrar
Judy Mirabal jmirabal1@kleinisd.net 832-249-5687



The International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IB)

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8th Grade Time Line

The time is here for 9th grade course selections. We will be working throughout the year with your 8th grade student on the transition to high school. The following information may be helpful to you in guiding your student through this important, decision-making time.

Click Here For Timeline and Information

Enrollment

Please call the Registrar to schedule an appointment to enroll a new student. Bring the following information with you:

  • Proof of residence: Current light, water, or gas bill with your name and service address, closing settlement statement, or a lease agreement signed by the lessee and lessor with the student listed as an occupant. (Telephone bills are not acceptable)

  • Birth Certificate

  • Immunization Records

  • Copy of most recent report card, and TAKS or other standardized test scores

  • Name, address and phone number of the last school attended

  • Social Security Card

  • Parent/Guardian Driver's license

    If your child is serviced under any special programs (i.e. Special Ed., ESL, GT/Honors) please inform the registrar and bring documentation to your enrollment appointment.

    Withdrawal

    If you are moving out of the Doerre area, please notify the registrar at least 24 hours in advance.
  • The Guidance Counselor
  • counsels with students and parents regarding educational, social, or vocational concerns

  • counsels with students and parents regarding placement leads programs and counsels
    students in skills needed to resist negative peer pressure

  • registers and assists new students with the adjustment to the campus

  • works with students on developing responsible behavior

  • assists with the district's standardized testing

  • conferences with parents and students regarding the transition to high school

  • acts as an educational liaison for referrals for special education testing

  • maintains student records
  • Promotion Requirements
    To be promoted in grades 6 and 7, a student must attain an average of at least 70 in all core academic areas: language arts, (including reading improvement if required), mathematics (including math improvement if required), science and social studies. In addition, a student must have an overall average of 70 or above in all courses taken.

    In addition to the academic requirements stated above, all 8th graders must also pass their TAKS Reading and Math tests to be promoted to grade 9. This new initiative is called the Texas Student Success Initiative (SSI).
    Credit by Exam
    Klein ISD students may attempt to earn credit by exam without prior classroom instruction. There is a new procedure and timeline for students attempting to accelerate K-8 courses. To apply for acceleration of K-8 courses, please review the FAQ document for the new dates, complete the application provided in the link and return the application to your child’s counselor. Testing will be held in a central location at the Klein Student Services Center.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Parent Application Link for K-8 Acceleration:

    CBE Parents Registration Form

    Students attempting credit by exam for 9th-12th grade courses will continue to follow the CBE calendar offered throughout the year.
    High School CBE Calendar and Guidelines:

    CBE High School guidelines

    Registration Form for 9th-12th Grade CBE Courses
    Please complete the application in the link below and return to your child’s counselor.

    CBE High School Registration Form
    Middle Years Newsletter
    Middle Years Newsletter will be provided to you this year to share with your students.
    If you have any questions please call Jeannie Connors X34319.

    Middle Years May 2012 Newsletter

    For English Click Here

    For Spanish Click Here

    Middle Years September 2012 Newsletter

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    For Spanish Click Here

    Middle Years October 2012 Newsletter

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    For Spanish Click Here

    Middle Years November 2012 Newsletter

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    Middle Years December 2012 Newsletter

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    Middle Years January 2013 Newsletter

    For English Click Here

    For Spanish Click Here

    Middle Years February 2013 Newsletter

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    Middle Years March 2013 Newsletter

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    For Spanish Click Here

    Bonus Edition of Math and Science Connection

    Middle Years April 2013 Newsletter

    For English Click Here

    For Spanish Click Here
    5th Grade Transition Presentation
    Differences between Regulars, Pre Pre-AP, and Pre Pre-AP/GT.

    Click Here for PDF Presentation
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