This school has gone downhill over the years. I am very involved in the school and I am sad to say that there is more ignorance and apathy than respect and responsibility. If you are considering sending your child here, you may want to reconsider. The same goes for prospective employees of the school.
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Posted by a other on 05/15/09
I tried to work here as a classroom assistant and simply could not put up with the lack of structure and discipline. The kids talk back to everyone, including the principal who makes excuses for why they are doing it! Without respect I simply could not get anything done here and had to quit.
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Posted by a other on 01/27/09
My daughter started at the beginning of the school year. I think it is a great school. Her teacher acknowledged that she wasn't at grade level and we addressed the problem. She tutors her for 30 minutes after school. My child is now at grade level. She has a great teacher.
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Posted by a parent on 01/08/09
My child entered this school recently. The kids are out of control and my daughter is not getting the education she deserves because other students are misbehaving without consequences. Do NOT send your child here!
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Posted by a parent on 10/21/08
I am encouraged by the new leadership this year. The new principal's compassionate, firm, and consistent guidance is starting to turn things around. Of course it will take time and all of our support to truly make Collins the best place for our children. But I am willing to do what I can to ensure that
... Read more the new principal succeeds in her mission to provide a good education for my children. My children are doing better than they have ever done before. They are very receptive to the caring guidance of the new principal. And if they are happy and doind well in school, then I am happy! Read less
Posted by a parent on 09/28/08
The new principal is awful. She lets the students run the school. This place is awful.
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Posted by a parent on 09/12/08
This school was unbelievable. My son was only a student there for six months and that was way too long.
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Posted by a parent on 05/24/06
My son has been in the school for 3 years now. The teachers have been pretty good, but the student to teacher ratio is pretty high. There not able to concentrate on the academics as they are busy disciplining the kids. Extra curricular activites and the sciences are not given as much importance. I'm
... Read more sure every parent has their own experience of the school, but if I was to do it all over again I wouldn't have taken my son to Collins Elementary. Read less
Posted by a student on 10/22/05
Collins has a great community feel to it. The teachers and students show great respect for their school and each other. Extracurricular activites are available. There are many opportunities for parent envolvement.
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Posted by a parent on 10/13/05
I have been involved with this school for 7 years now. I have seen an increase in discipline problems and a decrease in parental involvement. This school is in critical need of strong leadership and leadership that is appreciative of the countless hours certain parents/families, have dedicated to this
... Read more school. The majority of teachers at Collins are, in my opinion, remarkable! They are committed and well trained. With a strong leader, this school would really shine. The sense of community at this school has been lost. It is time for new leadership and an opening for parents must be created once again...after all, Isn't the school our children attend our school! Parents also have to accept responsibility as to what is happening in their schools. Don't give up or give in. Be a stand for our children and remember, it's your school! You have a right to speak out! Stay strong. Read less
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Pinole schools — Collins Elementary School is located at 1224 Pinole Valley Rd, Pinole CA 94564. 1224 Pinole Valley Rd is in the 94564 ZIP code in Pinole, CA The school district for Collins Elementary School is the West Contra Costa Usd. Collins Elementary School is a Public school that serves grade levels K - 6.
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