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
Please return your PTA forms to the black PTA box in the office
Student Waiver [PDF]
Disclosure of Information [PDF]
Donation Form [PDF]
Membership Form [PDF]
Where: Chipotle on Homestead in Cupertino, CA
20688 Homestead Rd, Cupertino, CA 95014
When: Wednesday, November 5, 4:00-8:00pm
Ordering Details: 25% of sales on Wednesday, November 5th, will be donated to the Collins Elementary PTA.
Please present a printed or virtual copy of the flyer with your purchase at the cashier. Orders can also be placed online for pickup using code A6NBW4A.
This fundraiser does not apply to third party delivery apps or catering orders.
For online or app orders use promo code A6NBW4A at checkout and 25% of your purchase will be donated to the Collins Elementary PTA. Note: If you forget to input your code and apply at checkout, please email your order information to fundraisers@chipotle.com.
Collins PTA invites students to show their entrepreneur talent and creative skills at the Holiday Craft Fair on Friday, November 14th in the GLC from 4:00 - 6:00 PM.
Students may sell their homemade art, paper or clay crafts, holiday cards, jewelry, ornaments, cookies, cupcakes, desserts, drinks, or other homemade items. For only $25, reserve your “booth” in the GLC by filling out this form by Friday, November 7, 5:00pm. The student may keep the proceeds from the sale or donate to the PTA.
Rules:
All sale items must be homemade with minimal parent involvement.
The craft fair is for current Collins students only.
For food items, a complete ingredient list must be provided. We encourage students to make their food items nut-free.
PTA is not responsible for unsold items.
So, what are you waiting for? Sign-up and bring your wares to the fair!
Please note that an adult must accompany children at all times during this event.
Running Club is coming back to Collins and we need your help! Please check out the attached flyer for all important details so your child doesn’t miss out on this well loved lunchtime recess activity.
If you are a cleared volunteer, have regular availability on Tuesday and/or Friday and are interested in joining our volunteer team for this program, send an email to: RunningClub@CollinsPTA.org.
If you need copies of the documents, check the PTA packet that was sent home the first week of school, stop by the PTA table in the office, or download here, then return to the PTA black box in the office: https://www.collinspta.org/forms
Let you know if you're interested in volunteering!
We will be hosting a fingerprinting session at one of our events - stay tuned to find out when!
Please email Volunteers@CollinsPTA.org once you have complete your 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 ★ PE Program ★ Library ★ Assemblies ★ PTA Reflections Contest ★ Running Club ★ Spelling Bee ★ Library Materials ★ Reimbursements to Teachers & Staff for Classroom Supplies ★ Popsicle Socials ★ Movie Nights ★ Mini Pumpkin Patch and Decorating ★ Field Trips & Transportation ★ Imagination Playground Blocks ★ Water Refill Stations ★ Equipment for School Use (Copies, Laminator) ★ ...and so much more! ★
Look for the PINK Direct Donations form sent home with the Welcome Packets the first week of school or download an extra copy [PDF].
CONTEST DETAILS:
Classes with at least 70% membership will earn an extra recess with Ms. Salas.
Did you know that spouses, children, and friends can be members too? Additional PTA member sign ups through your student qualify for additional entries. Multiple-student households will have memberships count toward each students’ classrooms. Yes! This also means your class can have more than 100% participation!
Each Collins PTA membership is only $11. (To be raised to $15 one we pass our new Bylaws.)
Don’t worry, all previously-paid memberships count toward this contest too.
Look for the GREEN form sent home with the Welcome Packets the first week of school.
We have a limited quantity (and sizes) of Collins Spirit Wear is available for purchase!
T-Shirts are available for $25 each (Gildan DryBlend 50/50 T-Shirt)
Long sleeve shirts for $32 each (Gildan 100% Cotton Long Sleeve T-Shirt)
SOLD OUT - Hoodies for $50 each (Gildan Midweight 50/50 Pullover Hoodie)
Email Fundraising@CollinsPTA.org with desired item(s) and size(s) if you would like to purchase an item. We have very limited quantities of long sleeve shirts remaining - please wait for conformation before sending payment.
The prices listed include tax, shipping, and handling. Please bring exact cash, check payable to Collins Elementary PTA, or Zelle to Treasurer@CollinsPTA.org
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 7:45am: Spelling Bee - Written Round
Wednesday, November 5, 2025, 4:00-8:00pm: Chipotle Fundraiser [PDF] [URL]
Friday, November 7, 2025, 12:10pm: Early Dismissal, 12:10pm pickup
Friday, November 7, 2025, 5:00pm: PTA Student Holiday Craft Fair Applications Due [PDF] [URL]
Monday, November 10, 2025, 5:00pm: PTA Student Holiday Craft Fair Payments Due [PDF] [URL]
Friday, November 14, 2025, 4:00-6:00pm: PTA Student Holiday Craft Fair @ GLC [URL]
Monday - Friday, November 24-28, 2025: Thanksgiving Recess (No School)
Wednesday, December 3, 2025, 3:30pm: 2nd Collins PTA General Association Meeting & Reflections Celebration @ GLC
Monday - Tuesday, December 15-16, 2025: PTA Winter Holiday Celebration
Monday, December 22, 2025 - Friday, January 2, 2026: Winter Recess (No School)
Monday, January 5, 2026: School Resumes
Join the PTA Today! With only a $10 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.