Collins and Boone County families — join Boone County FRYSC for our summer reading event, Wild About Reading!
Join us on June 2 from 5:00–7:00 PM at Collins Elementary School and enjoy:
- Fun stories
- Reading activities
- Food
- Games and family fun
- Activities for all ages
This event is FREE and open to all Boone County families.
Come enjoy a fun evening, discover new books, and make great memories with your family.
To sign up, please complete the Google Form linked below or scan the QR code on the flyer sent home with your student.
Summer Reading RSVP
4 days ago, Mr. Griffith
GO Pantry will be providing summer food boxes to help address increased food needs over Summer Break. To reserve your boxes for your family please complete the Google Form linked below or scan the QR code on the flyer. Boxes are available on a first come first serve basis and families must be picked up from Collins Elementary within 10 days of delivery.
GO Pantry Summer Food Boxes
6 days ago, Mr. Griffith
Pizza is ready, the doors are open at the games start at six!
12 days ago, Mr. Griffith
Congratulations to our parent representatives on our School Council for next year. Thank you for your partnership!
13 days ago, Principal Barnhorst
Just a reminder we have our Skool Aid Olympics tomorrow! Join us for pizza from 5:30-6:00 then games outside from 6:00-8:00. This is a FREE family fun event to play games together and work towards winning prizes.
We will be sending flyers home with students again today and you can scan the QR code to register. You can also register by completing the Google Form linked below:
Olympics Registration
14 days ago, Mr. Griffith
The Northern Kentucky Health Department is
hosting a listening session specifically for
Boone County parents and caregivers on
youth mental health and wellness, and we
invite you to join us! This session provides an
open and supportive environment to hear
directly from you about the challenges,
concerns, and hopes you have regarding the
mental health and wellness of youth in our
community.
Registration
18 days ago, Collins Elementary
Flyers are going home today for our Family Olympics on Tuesday May 12th! We will have free dinner from 5:30-6:00, then our Family Olympics from 6:00-8:00. Be sure to join us for fun family games that encourage teamwork, problem solving and physical fitness! Scan the QR code on the flyer sent home to register of click the link below.
Family Olympics Registration
20 days ago, Mr. Griffith
We are still looking for parents to run for our council! Please consider being on our school council!
It’s Time To Elect Our 2026-2027 Council Parent Members Collins Elementary Council 04/13/2026 Dear Collins Elementary Parents: Do you want to be involved in making decisions that impact your child at Collins? Do you want to be a representative for parents when it comes to developing policy, budgets, and meeting student needs at Collins? If so, please consider running to be a parent representative on our School Based Decision Making council! In Kentucky, each school has a School Based Decision Making (SBDM) council composed of the principal, elected teachers, and elected parents. The council is in charge of making many of the most important decisions about how the school operates and supports student achievement. The council is a wonderful chance to learn about our school, work closely with teachers, and help make our school even more successful than it is now. Parents and principal elect the two parent members of the council who will receive training and serve from 07/01/25 to 06/30/27. These meetings are held one evening a month at the school with dates being voted on by the new council members during the first meeting in July. If you are interested please complete the nomination form and return to the office by 4:00 PM on 05/01/26. If you know someone who would be a good candidate, please encourage that person to run. Nomination forms will come home tomorrow! The election will be held on 05/05/26 from 8:30-4:00 in the front office. If you will have a child enrolled in our school next year, you are eligible to vote in this election. This includes parents, stepparents, and foster parents. Legal guardians are also eligible to vote if the child lives in their home. I urge every parent to participate in this important decision about the future of our children’s school. Results will be announced on the school website and/or social media on 05/06/26. Thank you for your interest in our school, and please let me know if you have questions. Sincerely, Deshae Barnhorst Deshae Barnhorst Principal, Collins Elementary
deshae.barnhorst@boone.kyschools.us28 days ago, Principal Barnhorst
See the flyer attached for information about the Collins PTO Community Yard Sale! You can sell your unwanted items right here in the school parking lot! Reserved parking spots are 2 for $20 and tables are $5 each! The reservation paper and all information is coming home today!
about 1 month ago, Collins Elementary
Unlocking Potential in Boone County Schools!
We’re excited to share an important update about Advanced Coursework & Accelerated Learning for students in grades 4–12 beginning in the 2026–2027 school year!
Boone County Schools is committed to challenging and supporting every learner by expanding access to rigorous, engaging academic opportunities that help students grow, think critically, and prepare for future success.
✨ What does this mean for students?
• Deeper learning in core subjects like Math, ELA, Science, & Social Studies
• Opportunities to build strong study habits and problem-solving skills
• A pathway toward Honors, AP, and Dual Credit courses
• Increased college & career readiness
📚 What’s new?
Students identified for advanced learning (including those with a Gifted Student Service Plan) will be automatically enrolled in advanced coursework, helping ensure equitable access for all learners ready for a challenge.
💡 Families will always have the option to choose what’s best for their child, including opting out if needed.
📩 Questions?
Contact your school’s Gifted & Talented (GT) Lead:
https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/16Y3CoGjzsFTupgBIL3QnsvlOeJPJof7WInSnkOiushk/edit?usp=sharing
🔗 Learn more:
District Plan:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1Fh3sSp8d1LKqxmOr31Cfk65ijkfXgG6L98PnbJxWeQU/edit?usp=sharing
Full Overview Document:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1kMgCbxoPMruxpeJpCfALvUTb2O07eqI-4Q_3bhjUlzw/edit?usp=sharing
#BooneCountySchools #StudentSuccess #AdvancedLearning #FutureReady
about 1 month ago, Principal Barnhorst
It’s Time To Elect Our 2026-2027 Council Parent Members
Collins Elementary Council
04/13/2026
Dear Collins Elementary Parents:
Do you want to be involved in making decisions that impact your child at Collins? Do you want to be a representative for parents when it comes to developing policy, budgets, and meeting student needs at Collins? If so, please consider running to be a parent representative on our School Based Decision Making council!
In Kentucky, each school has a School Based Decision Making (SBDM) council composed of the principal, elected teachers, and elected parents. The council is in charge of making many of the most important decisions about how the school operates and supports student achievement. The council is a wonderful chance to learn about our school, work closely with teachers, and help make our school even more successful than it is now.
Parents and principal elect the two parent members of the council who will receive training and serve from 07/01/25 to 06/30/27. These meetings are held one evening a month at the school with dates being voted on by the new council members during the first meeting in July.
If you are interested please complete the nomination form and return to the office by 4:00 PM on 05/01/26. If you know someone who would be a good candidate, please encourage that person to run. Nomination forms will come home tomorrow!
The election will be held on 05/05/26 from 8:30-4:00 in the front office. If you will have a child enrolled in our school next year, you are eligible to vote in this election. This includes parents, stepparents, and foster parents. Legal guardians are also eligible to vote if the child lives in their home. I urge every parent to participate in this important decision about the future of our children’s school.
Results will be announced on the school website and/or social media on 05/06/26.
Thank you for your interest in our school, and please let me know if you have questions.
Sincerely,
Deshae Barnhorst
Deshae Barnhorst
Principal, Collins Elementary
deshae.barnhorst@boone.kyschools.us
about 1 month ago, Collins Elementary
The Fun Run is on! Thank you for all your participation! We have raised $7338 of our $10,000 goal so we are leaving it open until Monday! It’s not too late to earn the awesome ice cream, donut, video game, or even a Chick Fil A party!
about 2 months ago, Principal Barnhorst
We know kids are going online, gaming, using social media, different websites and more, so let’s make sure they’re safe while they do it. Join us for Digital Safety Night at RA Jones hosted by Boone County FRYSC & the Boone County Sheriff’s Department Cyber Crimes Unit and walk away with practical tools to protect your child in today’s digital world.
Use the link below to register. You can also register by scanning the QR code or returning the registration form sent home with your student afterschool.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1noP3NyP64qeZnzmWRpG1m7jmWbGlSUoNX-27oeFpg94/viewform?usp=drivesdk&edit_requested=trueabout 2 months ago, Mr. Griffith
Just two more days! An easy way to donate is to send in cash or a check! The amount will be added to your child's total donation and still count towards prizes!
And…don’t forget to sign up on mybooster.com so your child can join in the Fun Run on Friday!
about 2 months ago, Principal Barnhorst
Parents just a reminder we have food boxes available for families to help with increased food needs over spring break outside of the main office available for pick up. Additionally, we received a generous donation of bread that is available as well and located in the plastic tote. Both are outside of the main office doors
about 2 months ago, Mr. Griffith
It's go time! We have raised $4992 so far! That means we are half way to our goal of $10,000 with only 3 days left! AND....2nd grade is in the lead for the movie and popcorn party in the gym! 5th grade is right behind them to be the highest earning grade level. Be sure to sign up on mybooster.com so your child can participate in the Fun Run on Friday and share your page! If everyone gets $20 in donations we could meet our goal! Thank you for your support!
about 2 months ago, Collins Elementary
Families just a reminder we have food boxes available for pick up to help with increased food needs over spring break.
Boxes are available first come first serve and are available for after hours. You may pick up outside of the front office. As a reminder, it is only one box per family.
about 2 months ago, Mr. Griffith
Good morning Collins families. We received 30 food boxes from Go Pantry filled with shelf stable food items to help with increased food needs over Spring Break. You do not need the enter the school you may take the box anonymously. Please remember only ONE box per family. You can pick up your box outside the main office doors. Once all boxes have been picked up we will notify everyone.
The boxes are available for pick up on a first come first serve basis. If you have any questions please reach out to Mr. Griffith on the app or by phone 859-282-3247.
about 2 months ago, Mr. Griffith
Have you registered your child for the Fun Run yet? The Fun Run is on Friday, April 3rd and ends the fundraiser. We are raising funds for some amazing library upgrades! Students do not have to raise any money to participate in the Fun Run, but they must sign up and create a page to participate. It is FREE to sign up!
Be sure to visit mybooster.com to sign your child up. You can also follow the directions on the picture attached. So far we have raised $4,110 of our $10,000 total with just 5 days left we can reach it! Be sure to share your child's link though email, text, and social media. Even if every child receives $10 in donations we can reach our goal! Thank you for your support!
about 2 months ago, Collins Elementary
We want to give students at Collins the best opportunities and the most update education possible. Join us in our fundraiser to create the best library ever! We are fundraising to upgrade the library with learning centers, technology, flexible seating, and more! Support Collins by signing up and sharing your student's donation page on mybooster.com! Thank you for your support!
about 2 months ago, Collins Elementary
