Welcome to Collins Elementary PTA!
We are parent volunteers collaborating with Collins staff to enhance and enrich the experience of our students. We support art, PE, and library programs, as well as organize assemblies and social events throughout the school year. Be a part of the PTA!
Your membership, donations, and volunteer support is important in funding various programs and activities that PTA sponsors for Collins students.
Want to subscribe to our PTA newsletter? Complete this form.
Come follow us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CollinsPTA
Thursday, September 17, 2026, 10:30am-10:00pm: Starbird Fundraiser [URL] [PDF]
Monday, September 21, 2026, 5:00pm: RSVP and Pre-Order Movie Night Concessions Deadline [URL] [PDF]
Monday, September 21, 2026: Pre-Order Autographed Books by Lisa Moore Ramee Deadline [PDF]
Wednesday, September 23, 2025, 4:00pm @ Collins GLC : 1st PTA General Association Meeting [Agenda]
Wednesday, September 23, 2026: Spirit Gear Pre-Order Deadline [URL] [PDF]
Friday, September 25, 2026: Spirit Day: Book Character Day
Friday, September 25, 2026, 4:00pm @ Collins GLC: Movie Night - The Super Mario Galaxy Movie [PDF]
Saturday, September 26, 2026: Pre-Order Autographed Books by Charlotte Cheng Deadline [PDF]
Wednesday, September 30 - Friday, October 2, 2026: Linden Tree Book Fair [PDF]
Thursday, October 1, 2026: Reflections Contest Entries Due [URL] [PDF]
Wednesday, October 9, 2026, 10:30am-10:00pm: Chipotle Fundraiser
Please return your PTA forms to the black PTA box in the office
Where: Starbird Chicken in Cupertino, CA
20080 Stevens Creek Boulevard Suite 100, Cupertino, CA 95014
When: Thursday, September 17, 2026 10:30am-10pm
Ordering Details: 20% of sales on Thursday, September 17th, will be donated to the Collins Elementary PTA.
Please present a printed or virtual copy of this card with your purchase at the cashier. Orders can also be placed at the kiosk, on StarbirdChicken.com or via our mobile app. Guests are required to provide an email address at the time of online purchase. Orders can be pick up or delivery, no order minimum. This fundraiser does not apply to third party delivery apps or catering orders.
For online or kiosk orders use code GIVEBACK at checkout and 20% of your purchase will be donated to the Collins Elementary PTA. Note: if code is not used, donation will not be applied.
Collins Spirit Wear pre-orders are now available! Order forms and payments due by Wednesday, September 23, 2026 to save $3 per item.
Click here to download the Spirit Gear Pre-Order Form
T-Shirts are available for $18* each (Youth & Adult: Port & Company 5.5oz, 50/50 cotton/poly)
Long sleeve shirts for $25* each (Youth: Port & Company 5.4oz, 100% cotton, Adult: Port & Company 5.5oz 50/50 cotton/poly)
Crewneck Sweatshirt for $28* each (Youth & Adult: Port & Company 7.8oz 50/50 cotton/poly fleece)
Pullover Hoodie for $32* each (Youth & Adult: Port & Company 7.8oz, 50/50 cotton/poly fleece)
Full Zip Hoodies for $36* each (Youth & Adult: Port & Company 7.8oz, 50/50 cotton/poly fleece)
* for A2XL +$2, for A3XL +$3
We also have limited quantities of previous spirit gear items for purchase (discounted from original price).
Tote Bags for $20 each, +$5 for personalization
The prices listed include tax, shipping, and handling. Please provide exact cash, check payable to Collins Elementary PTA, or Zelle to Treasurer@CollinsPTA.org
Thank you to Jayden Yeong (Collins Class of 2026) for our Collins Cougars shirt design!
Grade Level Colors:
TK - White 🤍
K - Purple 💜
1st - Blue 💙
2nd - Green 💚
3rd - Yellow 💛
4th - Orange 🧡
5th - Red ❤️
Come join us for the first Collins PTA General Association Meeting at 4:00pm in the GLC.
Learn more about what PTA does and how you can help.
Light Refreshments will be provided.
Our new Superintendent, Jennifer Hawn will join us for the start of the meeting.
🏅 Collins Student PTA Members will receive a special token for joining our General Association Meeting. (Be sure to write your name neatly on our sign-in sheet.)
Our first Collins PTA Family Movie Night is FRIDAY, Septemer 25!
Doors open at 3:30pm. The movie begins at 4:00pm. We are showing The Super Mario Galaxy Movie (rated PG).
Pre-sales close on Monday, September 21, 5pm (payments due by Tuesday, September 22, 5pm).
Pre-sale order form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScJp3IhidV_kIDy3Uy35GGQXgFChV5mRWPFUeLheMeW0klkmw/viewform
All children must be accompanied by an adult chaperone - no drop offs.
Concessions will be available for purchase for $1 each - please bring small bills!
🎨 Calling All Collins Artists—Reflections Entries Are Due on Thursday, October 1, 2026!
Reflections is a National PTA arts recognition and achievement program supported by Collins Elementary PTA and organized by parent volunteers. It gives students an opportunity to demonstrate their creativity, artistic and literary skills, and imagination.
This year’s theme is: ✨ “What My Culture Means to Me”✨
Students may submit original work in dance choreography, film production, literature, music composition, photography, or visual arts.
Reflections encourages students of all ages to:
Unleash their creative talents and be inspired
Express themselves imaginatively through their artwork
Experience the fun and joy of making art
Use critical-thinking skills to create art inspired by the annual theme
Receive positive recognition for their original work
💻 This year’s Reflections program is virtual. Entries must be submitted online by Thursday, October 1, 2026.
⚠️ Important: Please use a non-school email address when submitting. Students cannot receive emails from outside the school system.
Visit the Reflections page for more details and the submission link.
Questions? Email Reflections@CollinsPTA.org.
Let you know if you're interested in volunteering!
Please email Volunteers@CollinsPTA.org once you have complete your mandated reporter training, fingerprinting, and submitted your TB results to the school secretary so we can get you added to our approved volunteers list.
Our biggest fund raising is from our direct donations campaign. From the generosity of families like yours, we are able to fund so many activities and programs for our students!
Collins Elementary PTA suggests a donation of $350* per student. You may donate above the suggested amount, and any amount given greatly helps our students and school.
We have a fundraising goal of $120,000 for the year. Please help us reach our fundraising goal!
All donations are tax deductible. Non-profit Tax ID 77-0034798 - 100% of your donation to Collins PTA stays at Collins to benefit your child.
Some examples of what our Collins Elementary PTA has paid for:
★ Art Program, Materials, & Art Show ★ TK-3rd PE and Lunchtime Sports Program ★ Assemblies ★ Library Staffing & Materials ★ Reimbursements to Teachers & Staff for Classroom Supplies ★ Running Club ★ Spelling Bee ★ Popsicle Socials ★ Movie Nights ★ Mini Pumpkin Patch and Decorating ★ PTA Reflections Contest ★ Student Craft Fair ★ Field Trips & Transportation ★ Imagination Playground Blocks ★ Water Refill Stations ★ Equipment for School Use (Laminator, GLC Chairs) ★ ...and so much more! ★
Look for the Direct Donations form sent home with the Welcome Packets the first week of school or download an extra copy [PDF].
No student will be denied the opportunity to participate for failure to pay the fee.
Did you know that students, spouses, additional children, grandparents, aunts, uncles, and friends can be members too? Each Collins PTA membership is only $15.
Why join PTA? Joining the PTA helps your child succeed by fostering parent involvement, builds a strong school community for better communication and support, and allows you to advocate for kids' needs at local/state levels, all while offering personal growth and resources for families. It connects you with teachers, other parents, and school happenings, ensuring you're part of decisions affecting your child's education, even if you can't volunteer much.
Join the PTA Today! With only a $15 annual membership fee you get access to so many resources for your family and a stronger voice at Collins.
Watch the video to find out what the PTA does.
All donations are tax-deductible.
(Collins Elementary PTA TAX ID: 77-0034798)
Collins Elementary PTA in Cupertino, CA is a non-profit organization of parent volunteers and Collins staff working together to enhance and enrich the experience of our students. PTA sponsors art instruction (grades TK-5), PE activities (grades TK-5), supports classroom needs, and organizes enrichment programs, assemblies, and fundraising events throughout the school year.