Welcome to Mr. Collins' Announcement Page. Special announcements regarding
assignments, changes in school schedule, important events, and other
information of importance will be listed here. Make sure to check this page
often so you do not miss out on anything important. If you have any questions
about an event or announcement, please send me an email at collinsb@gnasd.com
Thursday, October 22, 2009
Attention All Students: The end of the first quarter is quickly approaching.
As of today, the end of the First Marking Period is within two weeks. Please
make sure all tests and assignments that need to be be made up are done as
soon as possible. Any assignment or test not made up will become a zero at
the change of quarters.
If you have any questions or concerns regarding your grades, please see me as
soon as possible to send me an e-mail.
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Monday, October 19, 2009
Attention All Students: This week is Spirit Week here at GNA High School. The
Student Council and various clubs and organizations have a wonderful
selection of activities occuring this week leading up to the final Homecoming
celebration on Friday Evening.
I encourage you to take advantage of these events and participate in as much
as possible. Have some fun! However, please note that for some of these
events you must remain within the boundaries of the dress code as well as be
able to work and participate in class.
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Friday, October 16, 2009
Attention All Students: Mr. Collins has finally returned from a bout with
illness since Tuesday October 13th. Any student that was absent during that
time frame should see Mr. Collins regarding the assignments that were
provided in class. Please know that these in class essay assignments will be
graded by Mr. Collins upon his return.
Attention Chemistry I Students:
Last Thursday we had reached the end of Chapter 3 material. We had orginially
planned on having the test today, but due to my absence this week, the test
is now rescheduled for Wednesday October 21st. Please make sure you are
spending time studying for the test over this weekend.
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Wednesday, October 14, 2009
Attention All JUNIORS:
PSAT Testing will be administered to Juniors during the morning class periods
(1-3). Any student missing chemistry class should check with another member
of the class for the assignment that was provided today.
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Thursday, October 8, 2009
Attention Chemistry I Students:
We have reached the end of Chapter 3 in our textbook today. Please be
reminded, over your four day holiday break, please begin to study and prepare
for a test to be given no earlier than Friday, October 16.
We will begin our test review when classes return on Tuesday, October 13.
Between now and then, if you have any questions or comments, please send me an
e-mail.
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Friday, October 2, 2009
Attention All Chemistry I and II Students:
Monday is the mid term point of the First Quarter. Mid Term grades will be
mailed out to parents on Wednesday October 7th. Mid term grades will be given
to students during Monday or Tuesday class period.
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Friday, September 11, 2009
Attention All Chemistry I Students:
With todays class, we have now completed Chapter 1 and 2 from the textbook.
The exact date of your first test will be announced early next week. Plan on
having your test no sooner than Friday, September 18th. Remember, do not wait
to start studying till the last minute. Start now studying in small chunks
now.
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Thursday, September 10, 2009
Attention all JUNIORS:
Greater Nanticoke High School will be offering a SAT Preperation Course. All
students, especially those that have not taken the SAT, are strongly advised
to take advantage of this oppurtunity. Students should sign up in the
Guidance Office or see Mrs. Jeffries for more information.
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Wednesday, September 9, 2009
Attention all JUNIORS:
4SITE Testing will be occuring during your math and
english classes on Thursday September 10 and Friday September 11. Regular
class schedules will be observed. Good Luck.
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Thursday, September 3, 2009
Attention All Students:
Friday September 4th and Monday September 7th there is no school due to the
Labor Day Holiday. Classes will resume Tuesday September 8th. Please make
sure any assignments placed over the break will be complete for class on
Tuesday.
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Wednesday, September 2, 2009
Attention All Students:
The 2009 - 2010 Class Calendar page on my website has been updated to reflect
several school holidays and events, parent conferences, start and end dates
of each quarter, and other school or class based events.
I will make my best effort to update and post the homework assignments for
each class on a daily basis on both the Class Calendar page as well as the
Homework page on my site.
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Monday, August 24, 2009
Attention All Students:
Wednesday, September 2nd is the first full day of school for the 2009 - 2010
school. I look forward to meeting all of my new students in the Chemistry I
classes and working with the already familiar faces in the Chemistry II
class.
New Students and Parents:
Prior to the first day of school, I invite you to browse my online website
for more information about me or the Chemistry I class. If you have any
question or comments for me, please do not hesitate to send me an e-mail at
collinsb@gnasd.com or leave a voice message at the school at 570-735-7781
extension 4216.
