Challenge Charter
High School
World Class Education
Our Commitment to Scholars Includes
Rigorous instruction in English Language Arts, Mathematics, Science, Social Studies, and classes Technology, Art, Music, and Physical Education
Extended school day for scholars, Monday through Thursday, and half-day Fridays to enable our teachers to have weekly Professional Development.
Looking for a school that prepares your child not just academically, but for success in the 21st century?
Look no further than Challenge Preparatory Charter School. Located in the heart of the Greater Far Rockaway community, Challenge offers a rigorous curriculum aligned with New York State and Next Generation Learning Standards. With a focus on intellectual, social, and ethical development, Challenge provides a safe, supportive, and technology-infused environment where students thrive
Enrichment activities during or after school and clubs such as Film/Photography, Art, Gym, Cheer, Basketball, Girl Scouts, and more.
One lead teacher and an assistant in every classroom
SMART board and laptops in every classroom
CTE PATHWAYS
Challenge Charter School is the only school on the peninsula offering Kindergarten through Early College education. Our Career and Technical Education and partnerships with local colleges and universities allow for scholars to choose the right path to Regents graduation, CTE certification, and/or early college credits to take with them to their undergraduate programs. Find out more using the links for Allied Health, Aviation, Culinary Arts and Early College.
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Challenge Charter
High School
1520 Central Avenue
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Office Hours
Monday–Friday
7:45A-4:30P
Phone
(347) 716-5911
School Principal
Dr. Mavgar Mondesir-Gordon
ADDITIONAL STAFF
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Mavgar Mondesir-Gordon - Sr. Dr. of Secondary School Teaching & Learning and High School Principal
Melissa Canzoneri - Assistant Principal
Valencia Kirnon - Assistant Principal for CTE/Early College Program
Annella Samuels - Middle/High School Data Specialist and Assessment Coordinator
Bibi Soharab - School Counselor, Grades 9-10
TBA - School Counselor, Grades 11-12
Luis Robles, Jr. - Social Worker
Jason Brown - Dean of Culture
Shanice Laing - Instructional Coach, Math
Renee Johnson - High School Principal Administrative Assistant
Ronnel Alfred - Technology Coordinator
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Gada Tucker - Operations Manager
Luis Molina - School Aide
Victoria Serrano - School Aide
TBD - Academic Assistant
TBD - Technology Coordinator
Marquis Smith - Digital Resource Liaison
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Dannielle Colón - Family Engagement Coordinator
Janelle Sanford - Parent Academy Coordinator
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Taylor White - SETSS Teacher - Grade 9
TBA - SETSS Teacher - Grade 10
Michelle Zak - SPED Coordinator/SETSS Teacher - Grade 12
Nestor Medina - ENL Teacher Grades 9-10
Ana Gomez - ENL Teacher Grades 11-12
Assistant Principal
Melissa Canzoneri
TEACHING STAFF
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Domenica Spadoni - ELA 9
Jayla Lisman - ELA 9 TA
Joycelyn Greene - ELA 10
Anya Charles - ELA 11
Anthony Jordan - ELA 12
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Shermale McKnight - Algebra I Teacher
TBD - Algebra I TA
Savin Vilus - Applications of Algebra / Probability
Dr. Joebert Bajolo - Geometry
Shanice Laing - Business Math
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Gloria Wade Gabb - Living Environment
Cory Gayle - Living Environment TA
Steve Clarke - Earth Science
Samaya Luton - Earth Science TA
Grace Dixon-Clarke - Chemistry
Cory Gayle - Marine Biology
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Todd Meiselbach - Global History II
Michael Badala - Global History I
Benjamin Casey - US History & Government
Amber Brunett-Santana - Economics & Participation in Government
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Laura Hogan - Work-based Learning
Brenda Jenkins - Career & Financial Management
Rayna Robinson-Holmes - Health Sciences
Shaquetta Ashe - Health Sciences TA
Brandon Draeger - Culinary Arts I
Lorelei Araneta - Culinary Arts I TA
TBA - Aviation
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Tisha Agnes - Spanish I
TBA - Spanish II / III
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TBA - Music Teacher
Daniel Parisi - PE/Health
Joshua Ross - PE/Health
Assistant Principal
Valencia Kirnon