Collins Hill HS - October, 2024

Dear Collins Hill Families,

October was full of many remarkable events here on The Hill! We welcomed thousands of Collins Hill Community members to our campus on October 24 for our annual Fall Festival and to celebrate the 30th Anniversary of the Collins Hill Cluster. On October 19th, our band hosted the ENV band invitational that included 17 different schools from around the state.

Our Chorus, Orchestra, and Band programs each put on an incredible concerts this month that showcased the outstanding talent of our students.

We also celebrated 220 students this month that earned their Academic Letter Award for earning all A’s both semesters during the 2023-2024 school year.

Several of our student athletes are still competing in fall sports and our winter sports have begun to practice and will be in full swing with competition next month! If you have not had an opportunity to see the awesome things our students are doing on campus I encourage you to check out our website for a list of upcoming events.

We are now six weeks away from the end of the semester. Attendance is critical for your student’s success here at Collins Hill. Please help us with monitoring their grades and attendance to ensure success for the remainder of the semester. If you have any questions or concerns about your student, feel free to reach out to their teachers directly via Parent Square or email, or contact their counselor or grade level Assistant Principal.

Mrs. Lee Augmon, Principal

Collins Hill High School

(770) 682- 4101

https://www.gcpsk12.org/CollinsHillHS

November 2 - Homecoming Dance

November 5 - Digital Learning Day

November 25-29 - Thanksgiving Break

December 17-20 - 1st Semester Final Exams

December 23-Jan 2 - Winter Holiday Break

January 6 - Second Semester Begins

Congratulations to Joshua Canlas. Joshua has been both the captain of the Varsity Men's Soccer Team and the President of The Model United Nations for two years. He was nominated to the Student Athlete Leadership Team (SALT) as well as being involved in FCA, AASA, SNHS, Beta Club and Medical Careers Club. Joshua plans to attend Emory University next year and pursue a Master's Degree in Nursing. Congratulations to Joshua Canlas, Collins Hill's November Student of the Month!

It is an honor to share that one of our educators, Joanna Wire, has been selected for the University of Chicago’s Outstanding Educator Award!

Students accepted into the University of Chicago Class of 2028 were asked to nominate an educator whose guidance has helped them along the path toward intellectual growth. Responses were received from hundreds of students in recognition of educators who have positively impacted their lives. Joanna stood out among a field of incredible, capable, and inspiring educators.

Congratulations Joanna Wire!

Collins Hill's Ivan Thomas was one of three students from Gwinnett County Public Schools selected for the 2024-2025 Teen Team at the High Museum of Art.

The museum’s Teen Team invites 15 rising high school juniors and seniors to take part in an eight week summer intensive program, followed by monthly meetings throughout the school year.

While working on the team, students will have access to behind-the-scenes areas of the museum, contribute to planning public events and gain experience in careers within the art industry.

“This kind of opportunity helps students connect with their community in meaningful ways while developing valuable skills,” GCPS Director of Fine Arts David DuBose said in a release. “Programs like the Teen Team are crucial in fostering a deeper appreciation for the arts and promoting the importance of arts education.”

Congratulations Ivan Thomas!

Men's and Women's Wrestling Home Match and Alumni Night!

November 13@5:30 in the Main Gym.

Fall Dance Showcase

in the Collins Hill Theatre !

Friday Nov. 22nd

3:30 & 6:30

Tickets on GOFAN $7

Children 5 and under are free

There will be four Credit Recovery windows for Collins Hill during SY24-25:

Q1 - 9/9/24 through 10/4/24 (Registration deadline 9/13/24)

Q2 - 10/15/24 - 11/15/24 (Registration deadline 10/15/24)

Q3 - 1/13/25 through 2/12/25 (Registration deadline 1/13/25) and

Q4 - 2/24/25 - 3/28/25 (Registration deadline 2/24/25)

• Courses will be offered through Georgia Virtual School (GAVS) for students who failed a class with a grade between 50-69.

• This is a self-paced, online format.

• Students will work through each unit, scoring a 70% or higher on each unit post-test for the next unit to open.

• Students can work through the course work as quickly or as slowly as needed in order to master the material, but the deadline for each session is listed above.

• Students must pay $25 in MyPaymentsPlus for each credit recovery session.

Tests for units (post-tests) should only be taken during Eagle Time so that Eagle Time teachers can proctor. Students may also schedule a time to take their tests/final exams in the GOC Lab.

The final exam or EOC are also required to be taken at school once the course is finished.

1. Once registration closes for each session, Dr. Childs and our counselors will work on getting students registered for their classes in the GAVS platform and scheduled as a 9th period in StudentVue.

2. Once registration is complete Georgia Virtual, students will receive an email from them with instructions about how to access their class and get started on the coursework.

3. GAVS sets the due date for each class as the day that students are enrolled in the class but students will have the credit recovery window to complete all of the tests/exams.

For us to register students for a GAVS credit recovery class, students MUST have an account with GAVS that does NOT use their school GSuite email.

Students having issues with their GAVS account should email Dr. Childs at heather.childs@gcpsk12.org

HOW TO CREATE A CREDIT RECOVERY ACCOUNT:

(IMPORTANT: Do NOT create another account if you have taken credit recovery in the past)

1. Go to website: gavs.geniussis.com

2. Click on “create student account”.

3. Fill in ALL of the required information highlighted in yellow. Make sure you put in a personal email address NOT your school email. Click the Save button.

4. The system will automatically assign you a Username and Password. Take a picture of or write it down so you won’t forget it (remember it is case sensitive).

5. After your account has been created log out. Now, try logging back into your account to make sure it was created successfully.

• You MUST create an account if you have NEVER taken credit recovery before.

• Do NOT create a second account if you have taken credit recovery in the past.

• If you have forgotten your account username and password, email Heather Childs (heather.childs@gcpsk12.org).

2024/2025 DIGITAL DRIVER'S EDUCATION*

*This course is for students who have previously obtained their driving permit or driving license. It includes 30 hours of zoom classroom instruction with a DDS certified instructor along with 6 hours of behind the wheel driving.

The Community School Office is now accepting registration forms and payment for the ​March 10, 2025, thru March 21, 2025, digital via zoom Driver Education Course. Many insurance companies offer substantial discounts to automobile policies for up to three years when your licensed student passes and completes this course. You may stop by the Community School Office room #1.338 or visit the school website at www.collinshill.org to download an application or obtain more information. You will need to click on the Community School tab and then click on the classes tab (space is limited).

Certificate of Enrollment Forms*

*This form is required for students aged 15 to 17 who wish to obtain a Driving Learner's Permit or a Driver's License and is only valid for 30 days from the date of processing.

1. Log into your MyPaymentsPlus account to request and pay $6.00 for your official Certificate of Enrollment.
2. Allow 48 business hours to process your request, please.

3. Return to the Main Office during school hours (Monday-Friday) to pick up your completed and notarized certificate.

eADAP Certificate*

*This certificate is required for students aged 16 to 17 who wish to obtain a Driver's License.

Go to the website: https://dds.georgia.gov/ (If you cannot recover your username and password you created when you took the course previously to print your certificate, you will need to create a new account and retake the course)

1. Hover over "Testing/Training " on the ribbon bar at the top of the page.

2. Choose "Alcohol and Drug Awareness Program (DAP/eADAP)" from the dropdown menu.

3. Click on " eADAP for Teen Drivers " under Program Links.

4. Click on the "Student Registration" tab in the left-hand box on the page. Then click continue.

5. The Student ADAP Registration page will come up and you will need to fill this form out COMPLETELY and press save. You should be able to then log-in and take the course online and print out your certificate once you pass.

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Senior dues are $145. Payment can be made online at the Scholastic Images office (2955 Horizon Park Dr., Ste. D) or with the help of a representative when they are on campus on October 30.

Dues cover cap and gown, senior week, graduation tickets, class t-shirt* (while supplies last), etc. Dues do not include a yearbook, parking or prom.

*T-shirts can be picked up by reaching out to Mrs. Ebelhar (A116)

If you need help accessing the ParentVUE app, please sign up for an appointment here. We would love a chance to support you!

Even if you don't have time to volunteer, your membership contribution will assist the PTSA in their support of CHHS, students and staff. Our goal is to have at least ONE person from every household represented at Collins Hill join this year.

Scan the QR code or go to https://collinshilleagles.memberhub.com/ to join the CHHS PTSA

Current students needing to order transcripts:

Please visit your My Payments Plus account and look under the Events/Activities tab to order and pay for transcripts.

If you have moved to a new home address....

If you have moved, please update your student's address as soon as possible to ensure receipt of school mailings and to remain eligible for school transportation. We are required to have updated proofs of residency on file for all students.

Only the enrolling parent/guardian is allowed to submit address changes. Please follow the steps below to update your student’s information:

1. Fill out the Address Change Form.

2. Bring the form, proofs of residency, and the enrolling parent's ID to the counseling office.

NOTE: Please allow a minimum of two (2) business days for your requests to be processed. Students WILL NOT be issued a permanent bus change until ALL required documents are received.

Questions or Concerns? Please email Maura.pino@gcpsk12.org or call 678.376.8694

Need to update Emergency Contact information and/or parent phone numbers:

1. Log on to your ParentVUE account
2. Click on ParentVue >> Student Information >> Edit Information
3. Follow the prompts to update each section as needed for each student

Need to update a parent email address....

This may only be done by the enrolling parent.

All email address changes must be made in person during regular school days, 7:15am-2:30pm

Please visit https://www.gcpsk12.org/Domain/11335

All activities and fees are now being paid through MyPaymentsPlus. All activities for Collins Hill will begin with CHHS. You can type CHHS in the search bar and all available activities for our school will pop up. Orientation Documents are located there as well and need to be signed.

Paying for school meals, fees, exams and activities online helps speed up lines, ensures the safety of your payment and is convenient and easy whether using the MyPaymentsPlus website or App. My Payments Plus is now also available on Google Play and the Apple's App Store!

Click on the below links for more information.

Marketing Flyer Mobile App English

Marketing Flyer Mobile App Spanish

Worried about paying for your child's medical care if an accident should happen? K & K's student accident insurance can help. Go to www.studentinsurance-kk.com and click the Enroll Now button for detail

We want to make sure you are aware of some important materials that are available to you and how you can access them. Please take a moment to look over these helpful documents!

Student/Parent Handbook - Click For Link To Document

Student Calendar - Click for Link to Student Calendar

Parent Portal Information - Click for Link to Document

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Location: 50 Taylor Road, Suwanee, GA, USA
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