Challenge School PTCO

WELCOME! We're glad you're here.

The Challenge School Parent-Teacher-Community Organization (PTCO) is made up of parents and guardians of our students, faculty, administration, and interested members of the community.

Our mission is to support teachers and staff, as well as inspire, empower and challenge motivated students who are academically advanced or gifted by building community and raising money.

Our fundraising supports Challenge School by providing instructional resources and four full-time teacher assistants to enhance the educational experience of our kids. Thank you for your partnership and support!

NEWS & EVENTS

Kona Ice

Friday, August 15

2:30-4:00 PM

PTCO General Meeting

Thursday, August 21

8:15 AM-9:00 AM (Hybrid)

Wolf Run

Thursday, September 11

Staff Favorite Things

Interested in a list of teacher and staff favorite things? Click here for details!

Interested in the Challenge Bus?

Challenge School is considering adding a second bus for the upcoming school year. We need enough families to participate to make this possible. If you are interested in having your student ride the bus, please contact the bus coordinator at busforchallenge@gmail.com as soon as possible. Thank you!

Parent Information Network

The PIN is a parent-led organization that hosts FREE presentations throughout the year on a range of parenting topics. Click here to see what they have planned for 2025-2026.

Howler Now Available!

The PTCO's 2025-2026 school directory (also known as "The Howler") is now available for purchase! Click here to order your family's copy.

To access the Challenge School calendar, click here.

VOLUNTEER

Our families' commitment to volunteering is something that makes Challenge School so exceptional. We have a variety of opportunities to choose from to reach your 25 volunteer hours needed for the year!

If you need assistance creating a Help Counter account, finding opportunities that interest you, or updating your volunteer interest form, you will find detailed instructions here.

Fall Festival 10/4

Teacher Appreciation Station

Please consider supporting our wonderful teachers by donating to the Teacher Appreciation Station. Drop off your donations at the front desk.

Help Counter

Don't forget to track your volunteer hours on Help Counter!

2025 Wolf Run: Goal $60,000

Our annual Wolf Run fundraiser helps raise money to pay for our four teacher assistants and instructional resources. All proceeds go directly back to support the school. This is a volunteer parent-led event, so come watch, get your volunteer hours and donate!

Volunteer & Donation links coming soon!

If you have any questions contact Crissy Davis at ptcochallenge@gmail.com.

FUNDRAISE

The Challenge School PTCO funds vital resources and programs that enhance the educational experience of our children, including the salaries of four teacher assistants. This work would not be possible without the generous support from our Challenge community. From no cost fundraising that links everyday accounts like grocery purchases to participating in our annual Wolf Run and Wolf Drive fundraisers, every donation goes a long way towards supporting our school.

Interested in making a direct donation? Need a tax receipt? Please email the treasurers at challengetreasurers@gmail.com.

No Cost Fundraising

Did you know that the PTCO partners with several companies to provide no cost fundraising opportunities? That means you can help raise money for our school at no personal expense. It's easy, and every little bit helps us meet our annual fundraising goal!

American Furniture Warehouse

Maximize our AFW donation by mentioning Challenge School when you make a purchase in August.

Company Match

Does your company match financial donations you make? If you are unsure and would like help finding out more, please email Crissy Davis at ptcochallenge@gmail.com

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