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. 

November PIN Presentation

Tuesday, November 5 •  9:15 AM •  CCSD Fremont Building

Topic: Finding Our Feelings: Tools for Exploring and Navigating Emotions

PTCO General Meeting

Monday, November 18 • 6:30-7:30 PM

More information about upcoming meetings can be found here

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.  

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. 

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. 

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. 


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

Teacher Appreciation Station

Please consider supporting our wonderful teachers by donating to the Teacher Appreciation Station. 

BINGO Night

Would you like to volunteer or donate items for BINGO Night on Friday, October 25th? Click here to sign up! 

Help Counter

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

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.