We also want to keep everyone safe and healthy - please make sure your student comes to school in a clean face mask everyday. Children should have extra masks in their backpack in case they become in need of a new mask. We strongly encourage face masks and not gator masks for the ultimate protection of wearer and those around them.

Wishing you find special moments of happiness you prepare for your holiday celebrations.

Thank You,

Shelli LeBlanc

• For In-Person Learners, pictures will be taken in the morning during school.

• For Remote Learners, pictures will be taken from 9:30 - 12:30 in the front of the school. Parents will pull up to the front of Collins and wait in their car until their child is asked to exit and go to the photo booth. When they are done getting their picture taken they will return to their car and are free to leave at that point.

All medications must be brought to school by a parent and a permission form must be filled out. THIS INCLUDES COUGH DROPS AND INHALERS.

HealthyChildren.org has a great article about the differences between Covid-19 and flu:

How Is the Flu Different From COVID-19?

How do masks prevent the ​​spread of COVID-19?

When worn correctly, cloth masks create a barrier that reduces the spray of a person's spit and respiratory droplets. These droplets play a key role in the spread of COVID-19 because they can carry SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Masks also can protect you from others who may have coronavirus but are not showing symptoms and who could come within 6 feet of you, which is how far respiratory droplets can travel when people sneeze or cough or raise their voices.

Another benefit of wearing masks is that they may keep people from touching their mouths and faces, which is another way COVID-19 can be spread. There are many types of masks, but cloths masks are best choice for the general public and families should choose a mask that is most comfortable while still providing a secure fit.

Remem​​ber

Cloth face coverings are an important tool in preventing the spread of COVID-19. They are safe and effective for children over the age of 2 years and adults. Cloth face coverings are especially important when social distancing, or keeping 6 feet away from others, is hard to do. Washing hands, staying home and physical distancing are still the best ways to keep your family safe from COVID-19. But when you go outside your home, wearing a cloth face covering will help keep you and others safe.

Neck gaiters are not as effective in preventing the spread of Covid because they are not secured with ear loops or ties, nor are they multiple layers of fabric.

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.