Use the link below to watch the video and meet new 2023-24 certified staff*:

List of 2023-24 New Certified Staff:

*Note:  Viewers needing to watch with closed captioning or subtitles in another language can autogenerate captions/subtitles on YouTube by clicking on the CC icon in the lower right of the video screen.  Use the gear icon to set the language other than English by choosing Auto Translate and selecting the language.  

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“The CMS students were fortunate to visit with multiple health and community resource participants. It was a positive and engaging experience for them,” said event organizer CMS school nurse Debra Welch.

The organizations that attended the 2023 fair were:

Health Management Center
SIUE School of Nursing
SIUE School of Dental Medicine
School of Dental Medicine Bio Medical
BJC Outreach and Youth
SIHF
Family Life Consultants
CHS Wellness
Epilepsy Foundation
Collinsville Emergency Management Agency
Call For Help Incorporated
McArther’s TaeKwonDo
Collinsville Public Library
Alanon
Madison County Homeless and Truancy
Service Dogs
Sickle Cell Association
Tourette’s Association
CVS Health Education

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February 28, 2022 –

CAVC Director Joe McGinnis said, “The Huber family was looking to be philanthropic and help improve the community where they raised their family. They designated their gift to be split equally between the Kahoks Teaching Kahoks future teachers program and post-secondary scholarships for vocational students.”

Marilyn Huber was a school psychologist in Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 for 17 years before retiring. Their children Aaron (CHS Class of 2005) and Patrick (CHS Class of 2006) attended Collinsville schools. Doug’s father was the Superintendent of Schools in Westville, Illinois, which added to their family’s desire to support education.  Their passion for the Collinsville community, and new scholarship initiatives launched by CUSD 10 and CAVC, provided the catalyst for their philanthropy.

“I grew up in Collinsville and it’s where we raised our family,” said Marilyn, “Collinsville has such dedicated teachers and staff.  We are impressed with the innovative approach the district has taken to grow future teachers through the Kahoks Teaching Kahoks program.  And, as a former school psychologist, I know students have different talents and many thrive in the “hands-on” environment offered by Career and Technical Education. Access to both of these opportunities is important.”

“Our contribution to these scholarship programs will help make it possible for high school graduates to continue their education and move toward careers.  A simple act by our family will make a difference to students who are trying to pay for college or technical training,” she said.

“Mr. and Mrs. Huber’s passion to make a difference, and their love for the district, are evident in their generous contribution that will benefit our high school students for years to come and expand our work force in both education and the trades,” said Collinsville CUSD 10 Superintendent Dr. Mark B. Skertich. “They embody one of our communities’ strongest qualities: a constant dedication to our students.”   

The Huber gift is among several scholarship funds supported through the newly organized Collinsville Area Community Foundation.  For more information on supporting scholarships for Collinsville CUSD 10 and CAVC students, visit the Collinsville Area Community Foundation website.  Donations through CACF are tax deductible.

CAVC Promotes Career & Technical Education During February 2022 CTE Month

Collinsville Area Vocational Center currently boasts its highest enrollment in a decade as more students and families see Career and Technical Education as a practical path to the workforce. 

“We are preparing students for careers through a wide variety of programs.  From long-established classes for the trades like welding and automotive mechanics, to courses in fields like education and cybersecurity, CAVC has diverse offerings that appeal to a broad-range of students,” said CAVC Director Joe McGinnis.  

In addition to Collinsville High School, CAVC currently serves students from Civic Memorial High School, Dupo High School, East Alton – Wood River High School, Edwardsville High School, Highland High School, Lebanon High School, Mascoutah High School and Triad High School.  McGinnis says other local schools are considering becoming part of CAVC.  

“Taking a course at the CAVC is the safest, most affordable way to learn about a future career,” he says, “Students can see if a field appeals to them and use vocational classes – which offer things like dual credit and professional certifications – as a springboard to the workforce and/or post-high school education.”

McGinnis says course popularity varies from year-to-year.  Currently, auto mechanics, criminal justice and welding top students’ lists.  Today, many CAVC classes are at capacity and have a waitlist. Program admittance is very competitive. Students are ranked based on academic performance, attendance and discipline during their early high school years to be accepted into vocational courses which are offered to juniors and seniors.

Current CAVC programs are: Auto Body Repair, Automotive Mechanics, Building Trades, Clinical Health Occupations, Cosmetology, Criminal Justice, Cybersecurity, Early Childhood Education, Electronics, Engineering, Food Service, K-12 Teacher Prep, Precision Machining, and Welding.  

“For the 2022-23 school year, we will launch the Kahoks Teaching Kahoks initiative to instruct and recruit future K-12 educators. This will be done through 2 new courses, Teaching as a Profession and a 2nd year education field experience course. We hope to add additional new course offerings over the next three years. A dental assistant and agriculture program are two under consideration,” said McGinnis.  

In March, CAVC will launch an updated career exploration project to make young students and their families more aware of CTE programs and career paths. The plan includes digital curriculum and a mobile career exploration trailer that will be brought to schools serving students in K – 8 grades. 

“One of the long-term goals of CUSD #10 and CAVC is to increase career awareness and opportunities for students at all grade levels within the district,” said McGinnis, “ We have re-imagined and are rolling out new ways to increase career exposure to students in the lower grade levels. This will include a digital career curriculum for elementary students and a mobile career exploration trailer that will have 3d printers and LEGO stem kits that classroom teachers can reserve. As we roll out this initiative we will also be looking to add additional equipment and tooling to further expand opportunities for district students.”

Parents wanting to know more about Career and Technical Education, should contact CAVC Director Joe McGinnis at jmcginni@cusd.kahoks.org or 618-343-6141.

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Madison County CTE is the “regional Education for Employment delivery system charged with administering and coordinating Career and Technical Education (CTE) programs. CTE programs include Agriculture, Business, Family & Consumer Science, Health Occupations and Technology Education & Engineering.”  For more information, click HERE to visit their website.

Madison County Career and Technical Education EFE #450 Position Opening

Title: Administrative/Fiscal Services Assistant- Madison County Career and Technical Education

Reports To:  Madison County Career and Technical Education System Director

Minimum Qualifications: Two years of relevant clerical and bookkeeping experience are required. Associates in Administrative Office, Business or related program preferred

Position Type: Secretarial/Clerical

Work Year: Full-time (260 Days), 8 hours per day

Salary: $18 – $22 an hour ($37,440 – $45,760 annually), Contract Position

Benefits: Health Insurance, with options for dental and vision. Vacation time provided. Remote work opportunities are available when work duties allow.

Start Date: April 1st, 2022

Job Description:

The Madison County CTE Administrative/Fiscal Services Assistant is responsible for all aspects of the Regional System Office. The assistant is the contact for students, parents, staff, school district personnel, and the public. The assistant’s duties include: preparing communication, record keeping, preparation and processing of checks, invoices and purchase orders, and clerical/office duties. When the Director is unavailable, the assistant is responsible for handling situations that may arise by coordinating with the appropriate school district or high school personnel.

Detailed Description: Click Here

How to Apply:

Interested candidates should submit their resume, references, and qualifications either hard copy or digitally by 3:30 p.m., Friday, Feb. 25, 2022. 

Correspondence should be directed to: 

Madison County CTE
Kaleb Smith – kwsmith@ecusd7.org
Director of Madison County CTE
6161 Center Grove Rd.
Edwardsville, IL 62025

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Click HERE for the consent form in English
Click HERE for the consent form in Spanish

Dental Safari Schedule:

February 4, 2021 – Caseyville

February 12, 2021 – Dorris Intermediate

March 25, 2021 – Jefferson & Summit

March 29, 2021 – Twin Echo

March 30, 2021 – Renfro

March 31, 2021 – Webster

April 6, 2021 – Maryville
April 14, 2021 – Kreitner

Some locations will conduct screening in the building and some will conduct screenings in the mobile van.  CUSD#10 Health staff will facilitate each clinic.

Visit the Dental Safari website or use the QR code below.

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Collinsville CUSD #10 wants to remind parents that school physicals, sports physicals, immunizations, dental and eye exams will be required as usual for return to school for the 2020-21 school year.  Most doctor offices/clinics are scheduling well-patient visits by appointment. 

School physicals and up-to-date immunizations are due by October 15, 2020 for PreK/EC(1), Kindergarten and grades 6 & 9.  Children who have not submitted documentation by that date are subject to exclusion from school.

Head School Nurse Lisa Sabatino said, “Call your provider to make an appointment now.  We don’t want this to be the reason your child is delayed from return to school.”

You can send any electronic health records to Nurse Lisa at lsabatin@cusd.kahoks.org.  Please be sure your child’s name and date of birth are on all health records.

Click HERE for 2020-21 Health Requirements in English.

Click HERE for 2020-21 Health Requirements in Spanish.

For complete information on school related Health & Wellness topics, please visit that section of our website by clicking HERE.

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HEALTH EXAMINATIONS AND IMMUNIZATIONS

A student’s parent/guardian must present proof that the student was examined by a licensed physician and received the immunizations and screenings for preventable communicable diseases as required by the Illinois Department of Public Health within one year prior to:

• Entering Pre-K, Kindergarten or first grade (if the child did not attend Kindergarten);
• Entering the sixth, ninth and twelfth grades; and
• Enrolling in an Illinois school, regardless of the student’s grade, when transferring into Illinois from out-of-state or out-of-country.

NOTE:  DURING ANNUAL ONLINE REGISTRATION, PLEASE REMEMBER TO COMPLETE THE HEALTH PAGE.

Failure to comply with the above requirements by October 15 of the current school year will result in the student’s exclusion from school until the required health forms are presented to the District.   If a student is considered homeless, the district will make every effort to assist with obtaining these requirements.

IMMUNIZATIONS must be up to date according to the IDPH guidelines.

• If a medical reason prevents a student from receiving a required immunization by October 15, the student must present, an immunization schedule and a Statement of Medical Exemption* with the reasons causing the delay. The schedule and statement of medical reasons must be signed by the physician, advanced practice nurse or physician assistant responsible for administering the immunizations.
• If there is a religious objection, a Certificate of Religious Exemption* must be completed by the parent/guardian, signed by a physician, presented to the school nurse/principal and approved by the district superintendent or designee.
• Transfer students who are first-time registrants shall have 30 days following registration to comply with the health examination and immunization regulations.

A completed PHYSICAL EXAM includes all required fields (immunizations, examination results, system review, diabetic screening, lead risk assessment, physical education examination)

• MUST be on the Illinois Certificate of Child Health Examination* form signed by a Physician/PA/NP including the office stamp/contact information.
• The health history located on the back of the physical form MUST be completed and signed by the parent/guardian.
• MUST be completed by October 15 of the required grade or may be subject to EXCLUSION from school.

DENTAL EXAMINATION

All children in Kindergarten, 2nd, 6th and 9th grades must present proof of having been examined by a licensed dentist before May 15 of the current school year in accordance with rules adopted by the Illinois Department of Public Health.

Dental examinations are to be completed on the IDPH Proof of School Dental Examination* form and MUST include the dentist’s signature and office/clinic information.  The dental exam must have been completed within 18 months of May 15 of the required grade level. 

A Dental Exam Waiver* must be on file if the student’s parents/guardians show an undue burden or lack of access to a dentist.

EYE EXAMINATION

All children entering Kindergarten or transferring from a school outside of Illinois (for the first time) are required to have eye exam performed by an eye doctor.  The Illinois Eye Examination Report* form must include the doctor’s signature and be completed within one year upon entry to an Illinois school.

SPORTS PHYSICAL

If your child will be participating in grades 7-12 sports, a sports physical is required annually.  (9th Grade physical exam may be used during freshman year only.)  The completed IHSA/IESA Physical* form MUST be completed and submitted to the school Athletic Department prior to tryouts/practice/play.  Sports physicals are valid for 395 days.

VISION AND HEARING SCREENING

The Illinois Department of Public Health requires that certain grade levels are screened for hearing and vision by certified vision and hearing technicians.

Hearing screenings are conducted for early childhood, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, grades 1-3, special education, and new students to the districts.  Vision screening are conducted for early childhood, pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, second grade, eighth grade, special education, and new students to the district.

Vision screening is NOT a substitute for a complete eye exam by an eye doctor.  However, if a student has completed an eye exam within the previous 12 months, and that evaluation is on file at the school, the child will not need a screening.  An Eye exam by an eye doctor is still required for kindergarten and students who are attending an Illinois school for the first time.  

Teachers and Parents may request an additional screening by contacting the SCHOOL NURSE.  If a student fails either the hearing or vision screenings, the parent/guardian will be notified and a referral for further examination may be needed.

Contact your SCHOOL NURSE if you are in need of assistance finding resources, etc. We are more than willing to assist you in any way we can to prevent your child’s exclusion from school.

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Collinsville High School students participated in the 2019 Illinois HOSA-Future Health Professionals Leadership Conference March 13-15, 2019 in Springfield, IL.

“What a treat to be able to accompany 13 outstanding students to the Illinois HOSA State Leadership Conference.  Ms. [Akiya] Perry and I were amazed at the interpersonal skills our students exuded along with the exceptional leadership qualities and just plain old ‘good manners’ shown when it comes to representing Collinsville High School,” said HOSA sponsor Kristin Wegener, “Many friendships were made, skills broadened and knowledge gained.”

Top 10 HOSA State Leadership Conference Winners:

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Collinsville Community Unit School District #10 has announced Kindergarten Enrollment dates for the 2019-2020 school year.

Enrollment will be held in the Administrative Annex Building, 123 West. Clay Street, on the dates listed below for each school.  If you are not sure which school your child will be attending, please contact the Student Services office at 346-6350 ext. 4237 or 4228.

Kindergarten Enrollment Dates for the 2019-2020 School Year:

All spots at each school will be filled on a first come first served basis

The above enrollment schedule is for:

1. Children entering kindergarten next school year including any child previously enrolled in Pre-K or Early Childhood.  Children must be five-years-old on or before September 1, 2019.
2. Children entering first grade who are not presently attending kindergarten classes in CUSD 10.

To enroll a child, Parent/Legal Guardian MUST bring:

1. Certified Birth Certificate.  The certificate issued by the hospital is NOT acceptable according to Illinois State Law.
2. Proof of Residency (click here for information regarding Proof of Residency.)

On the first day of school, your child must present a completed physical examination form with all immunizations listed as required by CUSD 10.  Children are also required to have both a dental and an eye exam.  (For health and immunization requirements, click here.)

Please note:  All parents.guardians of Kindergarten students must also complete the online registration process via the Skyward Family Access Parent Portal in July 2019.)

Watch for additional information about CUSD #10’s Gearing Up for Kindergarten program.

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The SIU School of Dental Medicine is offering their annual Give Kids A Smile event on Columbus Day, October 8th, 2018. The dental school will provide free comprehensive dental care to children ages 3 – 13 who qualify for their school’s free/reduced lunch program.

Registration is between 7:30 – 12:00 on the day of the event in the gymnasium located on the school’s Alton IL campus on Annex Street.   No appointments are necessary.

“We will providing free dental exams, x-rays, extractions, cleanings, sealants, fluoride treatments, fillings, and crowns. We’ve also partnered with several community members to provide free health education, hearing screenings and entertainment to children that day,” according to Director of Community Dentistry Katie Kosten.

Each child must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian to receive treatment. All dental services will be provided by SIU School of Dental Medicine faculty, students and staff, members of the Madison and St. Clair District Dental Societies and the Lewis and Clark College dental assisting and dental hygiene faculty and students.

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During these times, students may obtain textbooks, class schedules, student IDs/photos and Chromebooks. Eligible students may secure parking spots. Students can also address 2018-19 student instructional fees and medical requirements for school.

CHS students must have completed online registration to participate in make-up day.

Students/families should enter through the school’s visitors’ (main) entrance and proceed as outlined in the map below:

Click for a printable version of the map

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CAVC 2018 HOSA State Competition Team

Thirteen Collinsville Area Vocational Center students qualified to compete against 1,000 other top-tier academic students from across the state at the Illinois HOSA State Leadership Conference.

The CAVC students competed in events such as Veterinary Science, Pharmacology, Dental Terminology, Forensic Medicine and Certified Emergency Response Team.

“We came home with six students who placed in the Top 10 of their events and two who qualify for Nationals in June,” said HOSA sponsor and CAVC Clinical Health Occupations Instructor Sherry Modeer. “This group of students was extremely mature and academically focused for this entire trip.”

Jaylen Jordan and Morgan Myers earned Top 10 in Certified Emergency Response Team

Students who placed in the top 10:
Mackenzie O’Bear—Pharmacology Knowledge Test
Rainer Jaeger—Veterinary Science
Morgan Myers and Jaylen Jordan—CERT (Certified Emergency Response Team)

Nicholas Shepherd and Jaeden Sizemore qualified for Nationals in Forensic Medicine

Jaeden Sizemore and Nicholas Shepherd qualified for HOSA Nationals in Forensic Medicine.

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Front row: (left to right) Christina Slemer, Katie Janas, Morgan Myers Back row: (left to right) Raina Jaeger, Addy Horras, MacKenzie O’Bear, Nicholas Shepherd, Jaylen Jordan, Jaeden Sizemore Not pictured: Amber Wasser, Morgan Trione (Triad), Ariana Bonner (Mascoutah), Shay Martin and Sarah McNally.

Fourteen Collinsville Area Vocational Center students have qualified for state level competition in HOSA — an organization for Future Healthcare Professionals.

The students earned sixteen spots for State:
Community Emergency Response Team:  Jaylen Jordan and Morgan Meyers
Dental Terminology:  Ariana Bonner (Mascoutah), Christina Slemer, and Morgan Trione (Triad)
Extemporaneous Health Poster:  Shay Martin
Forensic Medicine:  Nicholas Shepherd and Jaeden Sizemore
Behavioral Health:  Morgan Meyers
Pharmacology: Mackenzie O’Bear
Transcultural Healthcare:  Sarah McNally
Medical Assisting:  Amber Wasser
Veterinary Medicine:  Addy Horras, Raina Jaeger, Katie Janes, Morgan Trione (Triad)

The State finalists will be announced at the State HOSA Competition and Convention on March 2, 2018.

“The majority of qualifiers reside in the Chicago area, I am quite proud of our students! This is quite an accomplishment,” said HOSA sponsor and Clinical Health Occupations instructor Sherry Modeer.  “Numerous medical and pharmaceutical companies, as well as colleges and universities, are partnered with HOSA nationally to provide the winners with many opportunities/scholarships.”

The purpose of the HOSA organization is “to develop leadership and technical HOSA skill competencies through a program of motivation, awareness and recognition, which is an integral part of the Health Science Education instructional program.”

Collinsville Area Vocational Center includes students from the communities of Collinsville, Troy, Mascoutah, Lebanon and Dupo.

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CAVC Course Offering Guide

The Collinsville Area Vocational Center is a two-year, public vocational training center for high school juniors and seniors. Housed on the campus of Collinsville High School, CAVC is a cooperative program which also includes students from Civic Memorial High School, Dupo High School, East Alton-Wood River High School, Edwardsville High School, Highland High School, Lebanon High School, Mascoutah High School and Triad High School.

Students receive hands-on technical skills training in:

• Auto Body Repair
• Automotive Repair
• Building Trades
• Clinical Health Occupations
• Cosmetology
• Criminal Justice
• Cyber Security
• Dental Assisting
• Early Childhood Education
• Electronics
• Food Service
• Precision Machining
• Welding

Skills can be used to:

• Enter the work force directly after high school
• Continue on to a junior college or trade school
• Prepare students for the military or trade unions
• Provide a foundation for continuation at a four-year college

How does it work?
CAVC offer 2 1/2 hour-long classes primarily for juniors and seniors in high school.  It is very important that students are aware of graduation requirements and complete as many of those as possible in their freshman and sophomore years, so they have time in their schedules to take vocational classes as a junior or senior.  Most vocational classes do not have any prerequisites, but a few require student to take the Accuplacer test through Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC) in order to qualify.  This test is administered at Collinsville High School prior to enrollment.

Enrollment
Enrollment procedures take place during the students registration period at their home school. Enrollment is open to juniors and seniors. Programs may be taken one or two years.

Attendance
Students taking a course at CAVC divide their day between their home school and the Vocational Center.

Transportation
Each participating high school will determine transportation arrangements for their students.

Tuition
Tuition will be paid by the home school district for each student unless specified differently by the home district. Students may have some additional costs for personal tools, equipment, and materials.

What are the benefits?
Most classes at CAVC include free college credit through Southwestern Illinois College (SWIC).  Some, such as the engineering class, offer the option for possible credit at other universities.

Student in CAVC classes learn occupational-related theory and workplace skills, in addition to hands-on skill development in their specified career area.

Guest speakers from the various professional fields are brought in to help students fully understand their career options.  In addition, many trade schools, colleges and businesses, who provide training and certifications, come in to help students evaluate educational options beyond high school.

Finally, employers frequently contact CAVC looking for employees in specific fields.  This allows our teachers to make recommendations to assist students in obtaining additional training and/or employment.

For additional information on CAVC:

For more information about Vocational Training:

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The function of the Business Affairs Department is multi-faceted, covering everything from budget development, payroll processing, accounting, district insurance (health, dental, vision and life), switchboard operations, district copy room, ISBE financial reporting and day-to-day financial operations.  The department is responsible for ALL fiscal matters of the district.

Note:  Employee Health Benefit information is now found under Insurance & Benefits.

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Twenty-seven students from CHS participated in the HOSA-Future Health Professionals Illinois State Competition and Leadership Conference. HOSA is the largest national organization for students enrolled in health science and biomedical sciences programs

The academic focus and competition among the 1,060 competitors was intense according to Sheryl Modeer, BSN, BSEd, RN. Modeer, the CHS HOSA sponsor and Clinical Health Occupations Instructor, noted “During the awards ceremony, 14 times a CHS student was recognized on the main stage.”

The following students were awarded Top 10 in their event:
Jesianne Reynolds–Behavioral Health
Ashley Edwards–Dental Terminology
Skie Barker–Veterinary Science
Justin Peterson–Veterinary Science
Meghan Cheatham–Community Awareness
Makala Burch –Community Awareness
Bree Marciniak–Job Seeking Skills
Jarred Miller–Creative Problem Solving
Lexi Horras–Creative Problem Solving
Jaeden Sizemore–Creative Problem Solving
Bree Marciniak–Creative Problem Solving

The following students placed in the top 3 in their events and qualify to
represent the state of Illinois at Nationals:
Justin Peterson–placed 2nd in Veterinary Science
Bree Marciniak–placed 1st in Job Seeking Skills
Jesianne Reynolds–received the Barbara James Service Award

Modeer said, “We have not had a more respectful group. They were all very well-behaved. Their appearance was professional and each one performed like a true, future healthcare professional.”

The rapidly changing health care system needs dedicated workers who, in addition to their technical skills, are people-oriented and capable of playing a leadership or followership role as a member of a health care team.

HOSA is for students interested in pursuing a career in health and biomedical professions. It’s purpose is to develop leadership and technical competencies through a program of motivation, awareness and recognition — an integral part of the instructional program. This student-led organization provides opportunities for students to practice and refine their academic, technical, leadership, and teamwork skills to achieve seamless transition from education to careers.

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