Ms. Collins is excited to begin her 21st year at MBE and her 29th year in education. She earned a Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education at the University of Alabama and a Master's degree in Elementary Education at UAB. She enjoys spending time with her two daughters, Mary Vann (20) and Brady (18). She has a black lab named Daisy and a Goldendoodle named Lulu that bring her much joy and complete her all female house! When she is not teaching, she enjoys crafting, DIY projects, reading, watching Alabama football, and taking walks with her dogs.