The Collins' Student Council is sponsoring a week of gratitude November 17-21. This includes a spirit week titled: Comets have an Attitude of Gratitude. Students are invited to participate in the spirit week days on the picture and leave leaves of gratitude! It's going to be a week we are all grateful for!
4 days ago, Collins Elementary
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We are excited for family game night, tonight from 530 to 7. Join us for pizza and learning how math hides in board games and card games you can play at home with your family! There's still time to register, follow the link below to let us know you're coming! https://forms.gle/Qv51R8fsiv6ME3PFA
6 days ago, Mr. Griffith
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Continued....Students and teachers had a great time participating in our pumpkin decorating contest! Congratulations to Ms. King, Mrs. Long, and Ms. Faehr's classes for receving the most votes. They were treated to a halloween Dunkin Donuts bucket of mini donuts! Check out the amazing designs!
17 days ago, Collins Elementary
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Students and teachers had a great time participating in our pumpkin decorating contest! Congratulations to Ms. King, Mrs. Long, and Ms. Faehr's classes for receving the most votes. They were treated to a halloween Dunkin Donuts bucket of mini donuts! Check out the amazing designs!
17 days ago, Collins Elementary
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Ms. Hedrick's Class
Mrs. Long's Class
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Ms. Holthaus' Class

Math doesn’t have to be scary — it’s just another kind of game! You can help your child build math skills at home through simple, fun board games.

Join us at Collins Elementary on Tuesday, November 11th, from 5:30–7:00 PM for an evening of pizza, games, and math fun!

Come play, laugh, and see how easy it is to make math exciting at home. Register below as space is limited!

Game Night Registration

17 days ago, Mr. Griffith
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Game Night
Game Night
It's Skyline time! Friday, November 7th the Collins PTO is hosting a dine to donate night at Skyline Chili on Industrial Drive in Florence. All you have to do is mention the Collins PTO when you pay after dining in or at the drive thru and 20% of your bill will support the PTO.
17 days ago, Collins Elementary
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As Thanksgiving approaches, the Collins Family Resource Center wants to remind our families that we still have a limited number of Thanksgiving meals available for Collins Elementary PK–5th grade families.

Meals will be distributed on a first come, first served basis, thanks to the support of our generous community partners. Depending on your family’s sponsor, pickup will take place either at Collins Elementary or Crossroads Church during the designated time.

If your family would like to receive a Thanksgiving meal, please take a moment to complete the short Google Form below to reserve your spot:

Link to request meal: Thanksgiving Meal Request

If you have any questions, please contact Mr. Griffith at (859) 282-3247, by email at garrett.griffith@boone.kyschools.us or through Boone County Schools app.

17 days ago, Mr. Griffith
Thanksgiving Assistance Request Flyer
Thanksgiving Assistance Request Flyer
Thanksgiving Assistance Request Flyer
You're invited to Pancakes with Pirates and Mermaids at Boone County High School! See the flyer for more information.
24 days ago, Collins Elementary
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More pictures from our first quarter awards assembly!
24 days ago, Principal Barnhorst
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We are so proud of our Comets! Today we celebrated our Comets for meeting their first quarter goals and showing their Comet Pride!
24 days ago, Principal Barnhorst
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As Thanksgiving approaches the Collins FRC wants to help ensure some of our Collins family can enjoy a Thanksgiving meal. Thanks to our generous community partners, we have a limited number of meals available for PK–5th grade families at Collins Elementary.

Meals will be distributed on a first come, first served basis. Depending on your family’s sponsor, you will be asked to pick up your meal either at Collins Elementary or Crossroads Church during the designated time.

If your family would like to request a Thanksgiving meal, please complete the short Google Form below to reserve your spot.

Thanksgiving Meal Request

If you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact Mr. Griffith at (859) 282-3247, by email at garrett.griffith@boone.kyschools.us, or through the Boone County Schools App.

27 days ago, Mr. Griffith
Thanksgiving Assistance Request Flyer
Thanksgiving Assistance Request Flyer
Thanksgiving Assistance Request Flyer
**Bus Change** Parents, bus 119 will be a double run and students who ride 171 will stay after school and will be brought home on bus 119.
about 1 month ago, Mr. Griffith

Parents,

Colder weather is on the way and it’s almost time for winter jackets! If your student is in need of a jacket this season, please complete the Google Form linked below no later than Monday October 13th.

Link: Winter Jacket Request

This program is only available for Collins students in grades PK–5, and jackets will be delivered directly to your child at school. The number of jackets are limited so please complete the registration form as soon as possible.

Important Note: Jackets often run a little small, so if your child’s current size fits snugly, we recommend requesting the next size up.

about 1 month ago, Mr. Griffith
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Winter Coat Request
Winter Coat Request

Champions is now offering before and after school care right here at Collins Elementary! Champions provides:

A fun, safe place for kids to learn, play, and grow before and after the school day.
Convenient hours for busy families — early morning drop-off and afternoon care available! Located right at Collins!

Learn more or sign up here: https://www.discoverchampions.com/

about 1 month ago, Mr. Griffith
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🎉 Big news! Hillard Collins Elementary has been recognized by @KyDeptofEd with Gold Status for successfully implementing PBIS during the 2024-2025 school year! Way to show that Comet Pride!
about 1 month ago, Principal Barnhorst
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Did you know our very own Mrs. Schroer leads a FREE dance fitness class at the Boone County Extension in Florence? It is on Tuesdays from 6:30-7:30 for all ages. See the flyer for more information!
about 2 months ago, Collins Elementary
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Parents,

Colder weather is on the way and it’s almost time for winter jackets! If your student is in need of a jacket this season, please complete the Google Form linked below.

Link: Winter Jacket Request

This program is only available for Collins students in grades PK–5, and jackets will be delivered directly to your child at school. The number of jackets are limited so please complete the registration form as soon as possible.

Important Note: Jackets often run a little small, so if your child’s current size fits snugly, we recommend requesting the next size up.

about 2 months ago, Mr. Griffith
Winter Coat Request
Winter Coat Request
Winter Coat Request

Calling all 4th and 5th grade Parents & Students—join RA Jones and 1N5 on October 1st for the first-ever Kickball & Coolers RA Jones Middle School!

RA Jones is inviting all 4th and 5th grade families to be part of this exciting night. Guest speaker, Mike Mizer from 1N5, will share insights on the impact of social media on our students’ mental health in today’s society. Afterward, everyone can join in a Kickball Tournament—fun for all ages!

📅 Date: October 1st
⏰ Time: 5:30–7:30 PM
📍 Location: Jones Middle School
🔗 Register Here: Kickball & Coolers

To help with numbers and team creation, please fill out the registration link above if you’re interested.

about 2 months ago, Mr. Griffith
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Boone’s Beginners is back!

This FREE parent group designed for families with children ages 0–5.
Join us to learn how to turn everyday activities into fun, early learning experiences for your child, while also building your parent network!

Where: Burlington Boone County Library (1786 Burlington Pike, Burlington, KY 41005)

When: ⏰ 9:30–10:45 AM (with Boone County Public Library's Story Time to follow at 11:00 AM!)

Sept. 19, 2025, Nov. 14, 2025, Feb. 27, 2026, Apr. 24, 2026

Sign up here: Boone's Beginners Registration

Workshops provided by Boone County FRCs, Boone County Preschool, EC Learn, and Boone County Public Library.

2 months ago, Mr. Griffith
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Hello Parents,

Be on the lookout for a colorful take home lanyard coming home soon!

You will find important information about a safe and easy way your family can help our school get the essential tools our students and teachers need to succeed. It will also let you know how your child can win fun prizes just for helping!

Thanks,
Hillard Collins Elementary School
2 months ago, Collins Elementary
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