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Challenge Charter Elementary School

Kindergarten, 6th, and 9th graders start Wednesday September 4th
First Day Of Class for Grades 1-5, 7-8, 10-12 is Thursday September 5th

School Info

School Hours
Monday–Thursday
8:00am-3:30pm
Half days on Friday

K-1 Main Office Contact:
(347) 990-1875
Grades 2-5 Main Office Contact:
(718) 327-1352

Location
K-1 Site:
1279 Redfern Avenue
Grades 2-5 Site:
710 Hartman Lane

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Stay Engaged with ParentSquare!

  • ParentSquare is our primary communications tool.

  • All emergency alerts, school-wide notices, report cards, and teacher-to-family communication is through ParentSquare.

  • Download the app & access on your phone or on your desktop - www.parentsquare.com/signin

  • Be sure to REGISTER your scholar's account to have full access.

Important Info

  • Kindergarten Supply List

    We welcome our newest and youngest Cheetahs to the 2024-25 school year.

    Click the button below to see the Kindergarten supply list. Please be sure you have purchased all the supplies needed by the first week of school.

    Download Kindergarten Supply List

  • Grades 1-5 Supply List

    Hey Grade 1-5 Cheetahs! We are excited to start another school year with you.

    Click the button below to see the Grades 1-5 supply lists. Please be sure you have purchased all the supplies needed by the first week of school.

    Download Grades 1-5 Supply List

  • K-5 School Handbook

    Our Parent/Scholar Handbook is updated each year with the latest policies. Be sure to read it thoroughly. You will be asked to sign an acknowledgment, however, please note that even if you fail to do so, all the information and releases are in force for your scholar. Click the link below to download.

    Download 2024-25 Handbook

Transportation

OPT yellow bus routes start on Monday, September 11. Did you fill out your form? Transportation details were sent out via ParentSquare regarding busing and MetroCards.

Questions? Write to operations@challengecharterschools.org

Uniforms

  • Do not wait to order your uniforms! Whether it is the daily, gym, or assembly attire, find what you need for your K-5 scholar at Ideal Uniforms.

  • Orders can take 10 days or more due to supply chain issues. Be sure to plan ahead!

  • All scholars are required to be in uniform at the beginning of school.

  • From time to time, we do have extra uniform pieces turned in from families. If you would like to find out more about what might be available, please contact K-5 Family Engagement Coordinator, Cherry Wiggins via email.