Big Red Threads Grand Opening

Stephanie Mata and Heather Sinclair

(Left: FBLA students prepare to sell Big Red Threads merchandise at Tuesday's scrimmage game.)

Collinsville High School’s Future Business Leaders of America opened its first student-created and student-operated business, Big Red Threads on Tuesday, August 16, 2022 adjacent to the football field at Chad Hawkins Stadium.

The designs, products, inventory, and finances are all student-managed under the guidance of Business Tech instructor Emmily Stone. This project gives students a unique opportunity to put real-world skills into practice.

Look for their canopy store this football season at every home game. Merchandise includes t-shirts, hats, key chains, and more.

Customers browse Big Red Threads t-shirts.

Collinsville Alum Natalie Hernandez visits the FBLA store.