Collins Cadence

2020-2021 October 4, 2020

Collins Cobras

Collins Cobras

Collins Cobras

Shelli LeBlanc, Principal

Chris Barnhart, Assistant Principal

Ariel Aymond, Counselor 5th Grade

Krystal McCure, Counselor 6th Grade

6020 Shadowbend Place, The Woodlands, TX, USA contactcollins@conroeisd.net 281-298-3800 collins.conroeisd.net/

From The Principal

Monday, October 5th is Collins' Virtual Parent Information Night. As the parent or guardian you should have received, or on Monday will receive, an email with the meeting ID and user name for the Zoom Webinar. Teachers are asking parents to change the Zoom screen name to your child's name.


In Person Learning Families (Including families changing to In Person on Tuesday, October 13th)

Start Time 6:30 PM

End Time 7:15 PM


Remote Learning Families

Start Time 7:20 PM

End Time 8:05 PM



Wishing a wonderful upcoming week,

Shelli LeBlanc

Upcoming Dates

Upcoming Dates

Monday, October 5th

  • PTO Meeting 1:15 PM (Via Zoom)
  • Virtual Parent Information Night

Tuesday, October 6th

  • Collins Spirit Night Grub Burger (Research Forest)

Wednesday, October 7th

  • Update from Conroe ISD - YouTube Live 6 PM

Thursday, October 8th

  • End of the First Grading Period

Friday, October 9th

  • Teacher Staff Development Day - Student Holiday

Monday, October 12th

  • Student/Staff Holiday

Tuesday, October 13th

  • First Day of Second Grading Period

Friday, October 16th

  • First Grading Period Report Cards available in Parent Access

Thursday, October 22nd

  • Tentative Date for Student Yearbook pictures for Remote and Virtual (date subject to change)

Tuesday, November 3rd

  • Teacher Staff Development Day - Student Holiday
Upcoming Dates

Collins Intermediate Celebrates

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Ending the First Grading Period - Where to find current grades.

As we wrap up the first grading period of 2020-2021 on Thursday, October 8th - please make sure you are utilizing Parent Access Center to review your child's current averages. Though there are grades and assignments in CANVAS it does not show the accurate current average - only PAC does.

Counselor Update

Right now, adults and children alike are struggling with what our world looks like now with Covid-19. Part of this struggle is knowing how to support children who are having trouble coping with this new reality. If you would like support in how to talk to your child, please take a moment to read this great article on how to help your child cope with the changes resulting from Covid-19. You can access the article here.



Some of you may have experienced some changes in your financial situation due to the current Pandemic. Please make sure to complete the assistance form so we can assist you as needed.


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Library Update

Library Update

If you have received an email informing you that you have overdue books, please return them as soon as possible. Books from last year from a different school can be turned in at Collins and they will be sent to the appropriate school. If the book is lost, please contact Mrs. Willingham at mwillingham@conroeisd.net about paying for it to clear your student’s account.


Online Scholastic Book Fair is coming soon! Watch future newsletters for more information.

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Friends of Collins

PTO is excited to launch our fundraiser, Friends of Collins!

September 25 thru November 1


This is the only fundraising the PTO will do this fall. We are not asking you to sell anything but only asking families to donate if they are able. We have some fun incentives available whether your student is in person or remote. Our fundraising goals are for each student to have a school Chromebook available to use & for math enrichment programs. You can donate on Membership Toolkit under Store.

Please contact friendsofcollinsintermediate@gmail.com with any questions.

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All Things PTO

Meeting Dates, Spirit Shirts, Yearbooks, and much much more!

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GT Update - Referral Requests for Gifted and Talented Testing

GT Update - Referral Requests for Gifted and Talented Testing

For information regarding referral process, please see the September 20, 2020, Collins Cadence. Link can be found below in the "Oldies But Goodies" section.

GT Update - Referral Requests for Gifted and Talented Testing
In Person Protocol

How will the Classroom, Lunch, Bathroom, BAMO/PE, Library, Recess areas work when we return to school... Click Here!

In Person - Need To Know Items

Items to bring, Clinic, Screening, Masks, Visitors, Checking In/Out, Deliveries, and Dismissal (Biker, Car, Walker, Bus)

Nurse Kendall Update

In addition to the start of flu season and of course, COVID-19, it’s also RAGWEED season. Anyone with a ragweed allergy can tell you this time of year is not fun! Below is a graphic that is helpful in determining why you are presenting with certain symptoms. Please don’t let this chart take the place of calling your doctor when in doubt.
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At Home Learning Calendar

This calendar is a quick reference guide of assignments and/or activities to help parents and students stay organized. Many find it helpful to print so students can check off completed items.

5th Grade

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6th Grade

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Fine Arts/PE

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Technology Update

Technology Update

No problem too small or too big to address: visit www.gottasectech.com or email Kellie Lahey klahey@conroeisd.net


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Times To Remember...

Times To Remember...

Bell Schedule:
  • 8:50 AM—4:00 PM
  • Students may enter the building by 7:35 AM (Please enter 5th grade side door)
Lunch Times (No visitors at lunch at this time)
  • 5th Lunch A: 11:15 AM - 11:45 AM
  • 5th Lunch B: 11:45 AM- 12:15 PM
  • 6th Lunch C: 12:25 PM. - 12:55 PM
  • 6th Lunch D: 12:55 PM - 1:25 PM
Front Office Times:
  • 8:00 AM—4:30 PM
End of Day:
  • 3:15 PM Calls to change transportation will end
  • 3:20 PM Early check out of students will end
  • 3:20 PM Cones for car rider dismissal will be set - cars for early pick up will not fit in front parking area
  • 3:30 PM First Flight (10 cars) will move forward to cones
  • 4:00 PM Flights 1 - 4 will be dismissed to wait at Car Cones
  • Dismissed after car dismissal begins; 1. Bikers 2. More Car Flights 3. Neighborhood walkers (parents should not be parked in neighborhoods to pick up children - please use YMCA parking lot) 4. YMCA walkers (crossing guard provided for students)
Times To Remember...
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Prior Newsletters 2020-2021

Prior Newsletters 2020-2021

Prior Newsletters 2020-2021

Are You Following Us?

If you have a Facebook or Twitter account you can follow Collins and see some of the great things our students and teachers are doing. You can also find quick and helpful reminders.

The Conroe Independent School District (District) as an equal opportunity educational provider and employer does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, or disability in educational programs or activities that it operates or in employment matters. The District is required by Title VI and Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, as well as Board policy not to discriminate in such a manner. For information about Title IX rights or Section 504/ADA rights, contact the Title IX Coordinator or the Section 504/ADA coordinator at 3205 W. Davis, Conroe, TX 77304; (936) 709-7752.