The Collins Academy was founded in Jefferson, Texas to create educational and economical opportunities for the community.
The Collins Academy mission is to establish a state and national model demonstrating the importance of creating community-focused education and professional development opportunities that lead to economic revitalization and the sustainability of rural areas.
We develop programs and initiatives that preserve, restore and provide public education for historic sites. Our programs will also support a National Heritage Areas in Jefferson, Texas. We create opportunities for students and families that center around nature and the environment, history and preservation, life skills, and economic growth.
Message from Richard H. Collins
Collins Academy President, Richard H. Collins, speaks with Mike Gannon about current events in Jefferson, Texas. [ watch the video ]