Challenge Charter
Middle School
What’s Happening at Charter Middle 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
Challenge Charter
Middle School
1520 Central Avenue
Far Rockaway, NY 11691
Office Hours
Monday–Friday
10am–6pm
Phone
(347) 716-5911
TEACHING STAFF
School Principal
Gasner A. Vil
Assistant Principal
Dr. Sheila Lyle
ADMINISTRATION
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Gasner Vil - Middle School Principal
Dr. Sheila Lyle - Assistant Principal
Jason Russell - Dean of Culture
Annella Samuels - Middle/High Data Coordinator & Information Specialist
Marquis Smith - Middle/High Principal Administrative Assistant
Renee Johnson - Operations Manager
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Peter Manniello - Instructional Coach
Aderonke Ajayi - Academic Assistant
Jaylin Batista - School Aide
Johnathon Mullings - Middle School Technology Coordinator
TBD - Middle School Digital Resource Liaison
Ana Gomez - Middle/High School ENL Teacher
Melica Grimes - Grade 6 SETSS Teacher
Shannela Isaacs - Grade 7 SETSS Teacher
Mildred Rivera - ELA RTI
Asia Tait - Math RTI
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Kareen Armstrong - Guidance Counselor
Mia Davy - Social Worker
Dannielle Colón - Middle/High School Family Engagement Coordinator
DOE Nurse
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Corine Vidal - Grade 6 Humanities Teacher
Tianna Hammond Copeland - Grade 6 Humanities TA
Lisa Pazon - Grade 7 Humanities Teacher
Tequan Henry - Grade 7 Humanities TA
Cornelia Sylvester - Grade 8 Humanities Teacher
Shanice Wynter - Grade 8 Humanities TA
Alexis Fredericks
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Dwight Curwen - Grade 6 Math Teacher
Jayd Diamond - Grade 6 Math TA
Shaquira Tramell - Grade 7 Math Teacher
TBD - Grade 7 Math TA
Africa Fannis - Grade 8 Math Teacher
Kyah Grant - Grade 8 Math Teacher Assistant
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Elisa Anderson - Grade 6 Science Teacher
TBD - Grade 6 Science TA
Dionisi Filpo - Grade 7 Teacher
TBD - Grade 7 Science TA
Shavonna Burke - Grade 8 Science Teacher
Leion Barrett - Grade 8 Science TA
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TBD - Music Teacher
Jayla Davis - Music Teacher TA
Indira Ramirez - Spanish Teacher
Marleen Gordon - Family & Consumer Science TA
TBD - PE/Health Teacher