Greetings, Challenger Elementary Family!

I hope you all had a wonderful weekend!

Important Announcements:

ACAP Testing will resume this Week! ACAP testing for will take place as scheduled from 8:30 AM – 10:30 AM. Please ensure your child arrives on time and is well-rested for testing.

Key Testing Reminders:

  • All student devices will remain at school during the testing window.

  • Testing sessions cannot be interrupted by check-ins or check-outs.

  • Tardy students will report to the Media Center until testing concludes for the day. Make up sessions will be provided as needed.

  • If you need to check out your child, please do so after 10:30 AM.

  • Students will have scheduled breaks between testing sessions.

2025 ACAP Testing Schedule:

Please refer to your child’s grade level for specific test dates:

  • March 24 – 26: Grades 2-3 (English Language Arts)

  • March 27 – 28: Grade 4 (Science) & Grades 2-3 (Makeups & Small Group)

  • April 1 – 3: Grades 4-5 (English Language Arts)

  • April 4: Grades 2-5 (Makeups & Small Group)

  • April 7 – 8: Grades 2-3 (Math)

  • April 9 – 10: Grades 4-5 (Math)

  • April 11 & April 14 – 18: Grades 2-5 (Makeups & Small Group)

Parent Input Needed!

Challenger’s OUTSTANDING PTA was recently awarded a Healthy Minds Grant! With the allocated funds, we plan to offer parents and guardians opportunities to participate in a variety of engaging activities. To ensure these learning experiences are intentional and impactful, we invite you to complete the following survey: Healthy Minds Survey for Parents and Staff

Your input is essential in shaping programs that best support our school community.

STEM Night – Thank You for Making STEM Night 2025 a Success!

We truly appreciate everyone who joined us for STEM Night 2025! It was an incredible evening filled with hands-on learning, innovation, and excitement.

A special thank you to our amazing PTA for organizing this event and providing students with engaging STEM learning opportunities. Your support and dedication made this night a fantastic experience for all!

Let's continue making 2025 a year of growth, collaboration, and achievement! We are incredibly grateful for the dedication and hard work of everyone in our school community and look forward to celebrating the successes of our scholars and partners in the months ahead. Together, we’ll inspire, challenge, and support each other to create a lasting impact on education and beyond.

Don't hesitate to contact me or the school with any questions or concerns; we are more than willing to help!

Here's to a great week of learning, growing, academic progress, and positive change at CES!

Thank you for your continued support in making Challenger Elementary a great place to learn and grow!

Love ya'll!
Go Eagles!