🎨 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.

Please get cleared and save the date!  We will need many volunteers during the full school day to make these events a success:

• Friday, October 16, 2026 - Mini Pumpkin Patch and Decorating

• Monday - Tuesday, December 14 - 15, 2026 - Winter Celebration

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.