October Weekly Update
Friday, October 16th, 2023
What's Happening This Week:
🍂 Happy Friday, Panther Family! 🐾
Fall is in full swing, and there are so many exciting things happening at Collingswood High School! As we continue through October, we look forward to celebrating our students' achievements, sharing upcoming events, and highlighting the wonderful things happening throughout our school community.
Be sure to check out this week's newsletter for important updates, announcements, and opportunities to get involved.
Wishing everyone a wonderful weekend! 🧡🍁
Go Panthers! 🐾
The Panther Pantry is accepting donations of non-perishable food items to help support students and community members in need.
Your generosity can make a meaningful difference for families in our community. Every donation, big or small, helps us support those who need it most!
Together, we can make a difference, Panther Family!
Collingswood High School invites all Collingswood, Oaklyn, and Woodlynne families with students in grades 6–8 to join us for our Fall Open House!
📅 Tuesday, October 27, 2026
🚪 Doors Open: 5:30 PM
⏰ Event Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Collingswood High School
Come discover everything CHS has to offer! Explore our exciting academic programs, athletics, clubs, and extracurricular opportunities.
Following our welcome presentation, families will enjoy guided tours of the building, meet staff members, student representatives, counselors, alumni, and CHS parents, and have the opportunity to ask questions about the high school experience.
✨ Get a sneak peek at what your student's four-year journey at CHS could look like!
We can't wait to welcome our future Panthers and their families!
The Collingswood Secondary PTAs invite you and your family to a night of thrills, chills, and Halloween fun at the Collingswood Haunted Hayride!
📅 Saturday, October 24, 2026
⏰ 5:00–8:30 PM
📍 Cambridge Avenue & Eldridge Avenue (Behind CHS/CMS)
🎟️ $10 per person (Children 2 and under FREE!)
Enjoy a spooky hayride, entertainment, and plenty of Halloween excitement! Concessions, face painting, tattoos, and glowsticks will also be available for an additional fee.
🕸️ One Night Only — Rain or Shine!
🎟️ Advance ticket sales only! Scan the QR code on the flyer to purchase your tickets.
🧡 Don't miss this frightfully fun community event! Gather your family and friends for a hauntingly good time while supporting our Collingswood schools!
Collingswood High School will be offering on-site physicals with the school physician on Friday, November 20th!
📅 Date: November 20, 2026
⏰ Time: 9:30 AM – 12:30 PM
🩺 Appointments: 20-minute time slots available
How to Sign Up:
Parents/guardians must visit the high school in person to complete the required forms and pay the applicable fee.
To coordinate an appointment, please contact Gina Lipka:
📧 Email: glipka@collsk12.org
📞 Phone: Extension 6147
Don't miss this opportunity to schedule your student's physical!
The CHS Field Hockey Team is stepping up for a great cause!
On Saturday, October 31, our Panthers will be hosting an Inclusion Walk to raise money in support of the CHS Unified Program!
This special event is all about celebrating inclusion, promoting unity, and supporting opportunities for students of all abilities to come together.
📅 Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
🏑 Hosted by: CHS Field Hockey Team
❤️ Supporting: CHS Unified Program
👏 Let's show our support for our Field Hockey Team as they walk to make a difference!
One School, One Community, One Panther Family — Inclusion Matters!
Join us for the Collingswood High School Open House! Come explore our school, learn more about what CHS has to offer, and get a glimpse of our Panther community!
📅 Date: Tuesday, October 27, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🚪 Doors Open: 5:30 PM
📍 Entrance: Eldridge Avenue
We look forward to welcoming prospective students and families for an exciting evening!
We can't wait to see you there
Congratulations to our September Sportsmanship Players of the Month!
These outstanding student-athletes have demonstrated exceptional leadership, teamwork, positivity, and respect both on and off the field. We are proud to recognize their dedication and the positive example they set for their teammates and the entire Collingswood community!
⚽ Wilder Nicely – Boys Soccer
Wilder has been an outstanding leader and captain for the Boys Soccer team. His positive attitude, ability to bring teammates together, and respectful communication with officials make him a true example of sportsmanship. His character and leadership have earned him praise both on and off the field. We are lucky to have Wilder representing our program!
🏑 Sophia Mazur – Field Hockey
Sophia consistently demonstrates what it means to be a great teammate and competitor. She approaches every practice and game with dedication, a positive attitude, and a willingness to do whatever her team needs. She competes with determination while always showing respect for her opponents, coaches, and officials. Her kindness, hard work, and commitment to fair play make her truly deserving of this recognition!
Congratulations, Wilder and Sophia! Thank you for representing Collingswood High School with pride, integrity, and outstanding sportsmanship!
