Collins Hill HS -November 2026

Dear Collins Hill Families,

Thank you for making October so vibrant! It was wonderful seeing so many families out supporting our students at the Fall Festival, music concerts, One Act Play, and athletic events. Our students continue to shine both in and out of the classroom.

A few quick updates and reminders as we head into November:

• Tardy Policy Update: Thanks to our students' great job adapting to our updated tardy policy, we officially reset tardy consequences as of October 19th! While cumulative attendance records remain visible in ParentVUE, consequences have restarted from zero. Thank you for continuing to encourage daily, on-time attendance.
• Morning Drop-Off Tip: To bypass long lines in the band lot, consider using the drop-off location at the aquatic center/softball lot. Traffic flows much faster there, and it offers a shorter walk to 9th Grade Academy, science, and social studies classrooms.
• • Taylor Road Safety Reminder: For the safety of our students, please do not drop off students on Taylor Road. Additionally, please remind students who walk to school to only cross Taylor Road at the designated crosswalk.
• Finish the Semester Strong: With the end of the term approaching, please check ParentVUE regularly to monitor your student's grades and reach out to teachers with any questions or support needs.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership and support of our Eagles!

Go Eagles!

Mrs. Lee Augmon, Principal

Collins Hill High School

(770) 682- 4101

https://www.gcpsk12.org/CollinsHillHS

November 3 - Digital Learning Day

November 23-27 - Thanksgiving Break

December 21-January 1 - Winter Break

January 4 - Student Holiday

January 18 - School Holiday

Congratulations to Tony Williams - November Student of the Month! Tony is an AP Scholar with Distinction, a recipient of the CHHS Academic Letter Award, and the UGA Certificate of Merit. He placed first place in Region for FBLA Financial Planning and advanced to State Level for FBLA Personal Finance and Intro to Financial Math. In addition to these accomplishments, Tony is active in Suwanee Youth Leaders, the Gwinnett Youth Advisory Council and serves on various projects within his community. Tony plans to get an MBA in Finance. Congratulations to Tony Williams, CHHS November Student of the Month!

Save the Date: Georgia Apply to College Week | November 16-20

Join us as we celebrate Georgia Apply to College Week with the theme:

"From Cradle to College: Dream Big. Apply Boldly. Start Your Future!"

This week highlights our college-going culture while encouraging students to explore all postsecondary pathways, including college, technical education, careers, and military service.

Upcoming Events

November 17 - Virtual FAFSA Night
Families and students are invited to learn about the financial aid process and FAFSA completion. Registration details will be shared soon.

November 18 - Georgia Apply to College Day
Georgia Apply to College Day provides high school seniors with the opportunity to apply to colleges through GAfutures.org. This free online resource helps students plan for college, complete applications, and explore affordable ways to pay for their education. Throughout the event, students will receive support from trained college representatives and community volunteers as they take the next step toward their future goals.

We look forward to helping our students dream big, apply boldly, and start their future!

Collins Hill Community - we are hoping you are willing to step up & support our teachers as they face a crazy week of testing! Help show your support for our CHHS teachers by donating some snacks! Testing starts the first week of October (and again in December!)

Own a business who would like to be the donor of the day? Let me know at Cynthia.A.Schwarzer@gcpsk12.org!

Here is a signup genius with ideas:

https://www.signupgenius.com/.../409084AA9AA2F4-65879106...

Support PBIS at Collins Hill High School

Dear Community Supporter,
At Collins Hill High School, we believe in recognizing and uplifting the positive behaviors that make our school a thriving, respectful, and inclusive community. Through our Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports (PBIS) program, we celebrate students who demonstrate Scholarship/Service/Spirit, Ownership, Accountability, and Respect (S.O.A.R)—values that reflect the heart of our school and the broader Collins Hill community.

To continue building a culture of pride and positivity, we are seeking donations from our Amazon Wishlist to support PBIS incentives and events. These items help us reward students meaningfully and visibly showcase the great things happening at Collins Hill. From small tokens of appreciation to larger celebrations, every contribution helps reinforce the behaviors that make our school a better place for everyone.

PBIS is more than a school initiative—it’s a movement that strengthens relationships, boosts morale, and fosters a sense of belonging. With your support, we can continue to spotlight the incredible efforts of our students and staff, and inspire even greater pride in our school.

Please consider donating an item from our Amazon Wishlist. Every contribution, big or small, makes a difference.

Amazon Link: https://a.co/i7N7tkp Amazon QR Code:

Thank you for being a valued part of our community and for helping us make Collins Hill High School a place where positivity shines.

With gratitude,
PBIS Team – Collins Hill High School

Work-Based Learning Partners Needed!

Do you own a business or work for a company that may be interested in employing high school students? Collins Hill High School is seeking community partners to provide valuable work-based learning opportunities that help students gain real-world experience while developing career and workplace skills.

If you or someone you know would be interested in learning more, please contact Monica Ebelhar at 770-682-4130 or Monica.Ebelhar@gcpsk12.org. We would love to partner with you in helping prepare our students for future success!

Log into your MyPaymentsPlus account for easy access to view your balance and for online payments (preferred method), or your student may pay by cash at the register during lunch.

If your household is experiencing food insecurity, you can still fill out a Free and Reduced Price meal application for your child(ren) for the current school year. Applications are typically processed within a few days.

NOTES FROM THE ATTENDANCE OFFICE

You can now submit information regarding absences, such as doctor's notes, in ParentVUE.

Parents can also submit notes for future days when the student will be absent (up to 7 days into the future). This feature is only for when students will be absent for the whole day. If the student is tardy or absent for only a few periods, please submit the note the following day, after attendance has been recorded.

From the app home screen, students with absences will appear with a number above the "Report Absence" button. Notes should be submitted within seven days of an absence. (Absences can be submitted for same-day full absences. Notes for same-day absences can be submitted until 9:00 am.)

For all things class of 2027, please bookmark the senior class website. Some relevant information is highlighted below:

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.

Please use the following link to see everything our Family Resource Center offers!

The Family Resource Center at The Hill.

Eagle Families: Have you moved recently, or will you be moving residency later in the semester? Please refer to instructions above to update your address with the school as soon as possible. Thank you!

Is your family moving out of the GCPS district or the CHHS cluster? Please refer to the GCPS Withdrawal Process on our website for instructions. We wish your child the best during their transition to a new school.

Residency Affidavits

A residency affidavit is required for school enrollment when a student’s family is residing in the home of another individual. If your student's enrollment included a residency affidavit last school year, and you have not updated the affidavit for the 2026-2027 school year, please be advised that the affidavit on file for the student has expired and is now due. Per Gwinnett County Public Schools, residency affidavits should be renewed by the family each school year.

Please complete this requirement as soon as possible to ensure your student's enrollment status remains current and compliant with district requirements.

Affidavits should be turned in at the Counseling Office during regular school hours.

***For your convenience, we will offer another after hours turn in opportunity on Thursday, September 3rd from 5:00-7:00 PM.***

Required documentation (all of the following items are required):

1. Notarized Residency Affidavit (printable or available in office)

2. Current Home Purchase Agreement or Statement/Current Lease

3. Water or Electric Bill

4. ID of Mortgage/Lease Holder (person completing the Residency Affidavit)

5. ID of Enrolling Parent/Guardian

   
   

Questions? Please call 770-682-4106 or email monica.flores@gcpsk12.org

By state law, a valid certificate of immunization (Form #3231) or a notarized statement of religious exemption (Form #2208) is required for school enrollment. The certificate of immunization must be completed by the health department or your private physician. A valid Form #3231 must be marked with either "Date of Expiration" or as "Complete for School Attendance." A certificate marked with a "Date of Expiration" expires on the date indicated. A current certificate must be submitted within 30 days of expiration. A medical exemption, if applicable, should be noted on Form #3231 with a current date of expiration. You may request a form from your school for a religious exemption.

Need to visit one of the health department offices in Gwinnett County? Click to visit the Lawrenceville or Norcross locations.

If your child does not have health insurance or their health plan won’t cover vaccines, call your local health department and ask about getting no-cost or low-cost vaccines. For more information, visit http://dph.georgia.gov/vaccines-children or call (800) 848-3868.

For more information about immunization requirements for GCPS: https://www.gcpsk12.org/students/student-safety-and-wellness

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

Ways to help your PTSA: Community Support from Kroger and Target RedCard:

You can easily link your card to help the CHHS PTSA! Search for Collins Hill High School PTSA and select it.

To link your TARGET REDCARD Rewards (or check the status), click here.

To link your KROGER Rewards (or check the status), click here.

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 - https://www.gcpsk12.org/students/handbook-information-for-students-and-families/2025-26-handbook

Student Calendar - https://www.gcpsk12.org/about-us/calendar

Parent Resources -

https://www.gcpsk12.org/about-us/divisions-and-teams/strategy-performance-and-accountability/data-governance/parent-resources

Toolkit for Families of Students with Special Needs -https://www.gcpsk12.org/about-us/divisions-and-teams/teaching-and-learning/special-education-and-psychological-services/toolkit-for-families-of-students-with-special-needs

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