James L Collins Catholic School is accredited by the Texas Catholic Conference of Bishops Education Department (TCCBED). The Diocese of Dallas Office of Education, in compliance with the Texas Education Agency, designs the curriculum. JLCCS is the only private school in Corsicana accredited with the state of Texas through the Texas Private School Accreditation Commission (TEPSAC). The official document of accreditation is posted on the wall outside the school office.
Teacher of the Year is a tremendous honor bestowed on teachers with at least 10 years of service to a school in the Dallas Diocese for their commitment to the students and families they serve. The Teacher of the Year winners were each presented with a plaque and a check for $1,000 from The Catholic Foundation.
Corsicana Daily Sun Best of the Best is an annual award in the community that recognizes various categories throughout the community including businesses, individuals, and schools.
The Work of Heart Award was created in 2005 and is presented to deserving Catholic School educators, administrators, and employees. The award looks for “the unsung heroes” who are going the “extra mile” in serving our educational community and its members. For more information about the Work of Heart award, or to nominate a staff or faculty member, please visit the Work Of Heart Foundation. Faculty/Staff members can be nominated each month.