We are incredibly grateful to the YMCA of Corsicana for supporting James L. Collins Catholic School as a Bronze Sponsor of our annual Bogeys & Bears Golf Tournament! ⛳️
Your generosity helps make this special event possible and supports the students and mission of JLCCS. We are so thankful for community partners who continue to invest in Catholic education and our students!
Thank you, YMCA of Corsicana, for being part of the Bogeys & Bears family!
If your business is interested in being a sponsor, go to: https://www.collinscatholicschool.org/page/golf-tournament
Our students, faculty, and staff came together in prayer and thanksgiving, placing the new school year in the hands of the Lord. May every lesson, friendship, challenge, and accomplishment throughout this year draw us closer to Christ and remind us of our call to love and serve others.
As we begin this journey together, we are reminded:
“I can do all things in him who strengthens me.” — Philippians 4:13
May God bless our students as they learn and grow, bless our teachers as they guide and inspire, and bless our entire JLCCS community as we strive to live our faith each day.
We are grateful to begin another year rooted in faith, united as a family, and centered on Christ.
What an incredible accomplishment and a wonderful way to showcase her creativity and talent. Congratulations, Madeleine! We are cheering you on!
We also want to express our sincere appreciation to the Catholic Daughters of the Americas (CDA) for all they do for our students and our community. Your members give so generously of their time through service, charity, and countless acts of kindness that make a difference in the lives of so many.
Thank you, CDA, for supporting our young people and for being such a wonderful example of faith in action!
Our students had the opportunity to learn the proper way to fold, raise, and lower the United States flag while gaining a deeper appreciation for the meaning and respect behind this important symbol of our nation.
We are especially grateful to the Monsignor Vitus Graffeo Knights of Columbus Council #5211 for their generous donation of new US and Texas flags for our school! 🇺🇸 Your generosity will help us proudly display our nation's flag and teach our students to honor it for years to come.
Instilling patriotism, respect, service, and gratitude in our young people is an important part of helping them become responsible citizens and servant leaders. We are grateful for community partners who take the time to invest in our students and help them understand that freedom is a gift—and one worth honoring.
Thank you, Knights of Columbus, for your generosity, your service, and for helping us raise a generation of young people who understand the importance of faith, family, country, and service.
The halls of James L. Collins Catholic School are officially filled with laughter, smiles, hugs, and the excitement of a brand-new school year! What a joy it is to welcome our students and families back to campus.
Today marks the beginning of another year of learning, growing, serving, and growing closer to Christ. We are so excited to see all that God has in store for our students and our school community this year!
Lord, bless our students, teachers, staff, and families. Guide us throughout this school year, fill our hearts with kindness and patience, and help us to always seek You in all that we do. May our school be a place where faith grows, friendships flourish, and every child knows they are loved.
Here's to a wonderful school year, Bears! Let the adventure begin!
Our faculty and staff have been working hard to prepare for a new year, and we are excited about all that God has in store for our JLCCS family. We are grateful for the opportunity to partner with our families as we help our students grow academically, spiritually, and socially.
Thank you to everyone who joined us and helped make the evening such a special start to the school year!
Special thanks to Sweet Sips by Melody for the delicious drinks!
We are excited to have them join our school family and look forward to the care, encouragement, and support they will provide to our students each day. Their presence will help create a safe, positive, and joyful environment for our Bears during lunch and recess.
We are grateful that they have chosen to become part of the JLCCS community, and we pray that their time with us will be filled with meaningful relationships, wonderful memories, and many opportunities to make a difference in the lives of our students.
Whether you are ready to sponsor the tournament, gather a team, or do both, your support makes a difference for our Bears! Sponsorships and tournament proceeds directly support the students and mission of James L. Collins Catholic School, helping us provide a strong academic and faith-filled education.
This is a wonderful opportunity to enjoy a day on the course, connect with friends and fellow supporters, and make an investment in the future of our students.
🐻 Sponsor a hole or become a tournament sponsor!
🏌️ Gather your friends, coworkers, or family and register a team!
❤️ Help us make this year’s tournament a success!
We are grateful for the continued generosity of our community. Thank you for helping us build a brighter future for our Bears!
Register your team or become a sponsor today!
https://www.collinscatholicschool.org/page/golf-tournament
We are blessed with a dedicated team that works tirelessly to create a Christ-centered environment where our students can learn, grow, and become the disciples whom God has called them to be.
As our teachers and staff prepare for the arrival of our students, we ask our JLCCS families and community to please keep our faculty and staff in your prayers. Pray for wisdom, patience, unity, and renewed energy as we begin a new school year. Most importantly, pray that everything we do will point our students toward Christ.
“Whatever you do, do all to the glory of God.” — 1 Corinthians 10:31
We are ready, we are blessed, and we are excited to welcome our Bears back to campus!
May God bless our faculty, staff, students, and families throughout the coming school year!
Lord, please bless and watch over each of our graduates. Guide their steps, strengthen their faith, and surround them with good friends, teachers, and mentors. Give them courage to stand firm in their values, wisdom to make good choices, and confidence to use the gifts and talents You have given them.
May they always remember the foundation of faith, knowledge, and love they received at JLCCS, and may they continue to grow into the young men and women God is calling them to be.
Lord, protect them, guide them, and keep them close to You. May they know that their JLCCS family continues to pray for them and cheer them on every step of the way.
“Trust in the Lord with all your heart, and do not rely on your own insight.” — Proverbs 3:5
https://www.collinscatholicschool.org/page/employment-opportunities
Our teachers are getting ready for an amazing school year, and we’d love your support! We’re excited to share our Teacher Wish Lists with our community. These lists include classroom supplies, learning tools, books, and other items that help create engaging spaces where students can thrive.
If you'd like to help, take a look at the wish lists and consider purchasing an item. Our wishlists will continue to be updated and some folks are still creating their wishlists. Thank you for always showing up for our school and helping us invest in the success of our students and educators.
Pre-K (3 year olds) – Ms. Garza: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3USS9R7ZJFO5W?ref_=wl_share
Pre-K (4 year olds) – Mrs. Massarelli: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/QWOWB1HLDJWC?ref_=wl_share
Kindergarten – Mrs. Alvarado: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/ZHXH7KHX5N7S?ref_=wl_share
1st Grade – Mrs. Guzman: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1IKYKGEYXZYOE?ref_=wl_share
2nd Grade - Mrs. Dyer: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2YXRXCZJOIKB6?ref_=wl_share
3rd Grade – Mrs. Thomason: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1V7JS7KQIIQ68?ref=cm_sw_sm_r_un_un_Eu0LUqO6zyxVS
4th Grade – Mrs. Denis: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3QSRLCVH02I6D?ref_=wl_share
5th Grade – Mrs. Meadors: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2V6BBG9STH8PC...
6th Grade – TBA:
7th Grade – Mrs. Arnold: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2ZH3KOOS16K6N?ref=cm_sw_sm_r_un_un_09DtAs9hGa19B
8th Grade - Mrs. Gilburt: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/KU273BEOH3JS?ref_=wl_share
Health Coordinator – Mrs. Mirafuentes: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/DZ4JSOR6B10H?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_F01j8UjWgwaIT
PE/Athletic Director - Coach Franks: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3O9RMUFVT8RJN?ref_=wl_share
Spanish - Mrs. Perez: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/O0RRIHAQYM6V?ref_=wl_share
Music - Miss Garcia: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/3NSX11U04AZQU?ref_=cm_sw_r_apin_ggr-subnav-share_HSP41WHEHXR7CNCEPJ9H&language=en-US
Art – Mrs. Huerta:
STEM/Computer Lab – Mrs. Hoskins:
Library – Ms. Starek: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1MU4MIVN4NA7F?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_AaqfZBdgsWypl
Counselor – Mrs. Powers:
As we prepare for a new school year, we ask that you keep Mrs. Alfaro and all of our faculty and staff in your prayers as we begin another year of forming hearts, minds, and disciples of Christ.
Welcome, Mrs. Alfaro!
As they spend time learning, collaborating, preparing classrooms, and growing together in faith, we ask our school families, parish, alumni, and community to keep them in your prayers. Please pray that God grants them wisdom, patience, joy, and renewed energy as they prepare to inspire and guide our students throughout the coming school year.
Thank you for your continued support and prayers. We can't wait to see what God has in store for this school year!
James L. Collins Catholic School is seeking a passionate educator to join our school family. Our teachers enjoy:
📚 Small class sizes
🍎 Respectful, eager-to-learn students
❤️ A supportive and faith-filled school community
🤝 Parents and colleagues who truly value education
If you—or someone you know—would be a great fit, please share this post or tag them in the comments! Help us find the perfect teacher to inspire and guide our middle school students this year.
https://www.collinscatholicschool.org/page/employment-opportunities
Because of your kindness and support, we are able to purchase new books that will inspire a love of reading, encourage curiosity, and enrich the educational experience of our students. Every new book placed on our library shelves is an investment in the minds and hearts of our children.
We are truly blessed to have the continued support of the Catholic Daughters, whose generosity helps strengthen our mission of providing a faith-filled, academically excellent education. Thank you for believing in our students and helping foster a lifelong love of learning.
May God bless each of you for your generosity and dedication to Catholic education!
Please keep our JLCCS family—past, present, and future—in your prayers. We are truly blessed by the generations of students who continue to make us proud.
It's hands-on learning at its best—and one of our students' favorite places to discover, innovate, and grow!
Throughout their time at camp, students participated in hands-on learning, outdoor adventures, and team-building activities that encouraged confidence, leadership, communication, and problem-solving. They embraced new challenges, worked together, and gained a deeper appreciation for God's amazing creation. These experiences help build resilience, independence, and lifelong skills while creating memories they will cherish for years to come.
We are grateful for the opportunity our students have to learn, grow, and experience God's beauty in such a meaningful way. Thank you to our teachers, chaperones, and everyone who helped make this special trip possible!
"The heavens declare the glory of God, and the firmament proclaims his handiwork." — Psalm 19:1
