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 five full-time paraprofessionals (teacher aides) to enhance the educational experience of our kids. Thank you for your partnership and support!
NEWS & EVENTS
BINGO Night
Friday, October 25 • 6:30 PM
Join us for an evening of amazing prizes, yummy snacks, festive (school-appropriate) costumes, and fun with other Challenge families.
PTCO General Meeting
Monday, November 18 • 6:30-7:30 PM
More information about upcoming meetings can be found here.
Cultural Night
To Be Announced
Come and celebrate the cultural diversity of Challenge through performances, cultural displays, food tasting, and more!
Proposed Bylaws
Please take a moment to review the proposed bylaws that will be voted on during the next general meeting. The only revision is to Article IV: Elected Officers and Their Duties, section J.
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 2024-2025.
PTCO Board Member Election
We are excited to have Christina Suh running for PTCO Volunteer Coordinator and Marina Milzer running for PTCO Secretary. Please click HERE to have a look at their bios before the PTCO General Meeting on 11/18.
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!
Howler Now Available!
The PTCO's 2024-2025 school directory (also known as "The Howler") is now available for purchase! Click here to order your family's copy.
Yard Signs in Support of CCSD 4A & 4B
If you are interested in displaying a CCSD 4A & 4B Mill and Bond sign, sign pick-ups will be available on Wednesday, October 9th from 2-2:30pm and Thursday, October 10th from 8-8:15am. You can find us at the vacant lot across the street from Challenge, located at Dayton and S. Emporia St. If you have any questions, please reach out to Jess Shepherd at: jlshep4@gmail.com, or Allison Krebs at: Allison.krebs520@gmail.com.
To access the Challenge School iCAL feed, click here.
VOLUNTEER
Our families' commitment to volunteering is something that makes Challenge School so exceptional. Please help us continue this tradition by volunteering your time this school year. We have a variety of opportunities to choose from!
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.
FUNDRAISE
The Challenge School PTCO funds vital resources and programs that enhance the educational experience of our children, including the salaries of five teacher aides. 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!
Wolf Run Update
The Challenge PTCO would like to extend heartfelt gratitude for your generous support of Wolf Run 2024. We raised over $50,000! This money allows us to support the school with vital resources, including funding for our teaching assistants. Thank you, Challenge Community!
Company Match
Does your company match financial donations you make? If you are unsure and would like help finding out more, please email Amy Henry at ptcochallenge@gmail.com
CONNECT
Follow Challenge PTCO on Facebook
Get all the latest news on upcoming events & volunteer opportunities.
Join the Challenge Parents & Caregiver Facebook Group
Connect with other Challenge parents! Ask questions, offer support, and build community.
Meet the PTCO Board
We need YOU! Shadow a board member, co-chair a committee, or find new ways to support our school.
Please reach out to ptcochallenge@gmail.com to learn more.