Two Collinsville High School students’ creative works won recognition from Southern Illinois University Edwardsville as part of their annual Martin Luther King Jr Observance Celebration. The two awards are among only three presented to local students. “Unfolding Knowledge” an original poem by Collinsville High School junior Keana Fox was chosen as the winner of the […]
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CHS Seniors Named Illinois State Scholars
Thirty-two Collinsville High School seniors have been named Illinois State Scholars for 2018-19. The Illinois Student Assistance Commission (ISAC) compiles the list of students who “represent some of Illinois’ best and brightest.” ISAC has bestowed the prestigious designation since 1958. The 2018-19 Illinois State Scholars rank in approximately the top ten percent of high school seniors from […]
CHS “C is for Collinsville Kahoks” Video
The Collinsville High School Video Production class took first place in the 2017 Get to Know ME (Metro East) video contest with their “C is for Collinsville Kahoks” video. The honor included a $5,000 award. The video uses K-A-H-O-K-S to describe the school and its strong points.
CHS Thanks Local Veterans with Annual Lunch
Collinsville High School saluted a group of local veterans at the school’s annual lunch honoring military service. Social studies teacher Barbara Lindauer organizes the event to show appreciation to those who have served and to educate students about the sacrifices made by veterans. Several students invited parents or grandparents to attend. Fifteen veterans, representing every […]
Collinsville Schools Win Top Spot in Video Contest
Thanks to an outpouring of community support, Collinsville schools claimed top spots the the “Explore My Community” video contest sponsored by the Get To Know the Metro-East campaign. Collinsville High School took the $5,000 first prize with 2,326 votes — three times as many votes as second place Parkside Primary School in Bethalto. Our own […]