World-Class Education at Challenge Charter Middle School

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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
7:45A-4:30P

Phone
(347) 716-5911

 

TEACHING STAFF

School Principal
Gasner A. Vil

Assistant Principal
Dr. Sheila Lyle

ADMINISTRATION

  • Gasner Vil - Middle School Principal

    Dr. Sheila Lyle - Assistant Principal

    Mia Davy - School Counselor

    Keyana Redden - Social Worker

    Peter Maniello - Instructional Coach, ELA

    Africa Gaillard-Fannis - Instructional Coach, Math

    Annella Samuels - Middle/High Data Coordinator & Information Specialist

    Jason Russell - Dean of Culture, Grade 6

    Kevaun Thomas - Dean of Culture, Grades 7-8

    Michelle Tomlin - Middle School Principal Administrative Assistant

  • Kaydian Channer - Operations Manager

    Aderonke Ajayi - Academic Assistant

    Richard Trimmier - Academic Assistant

    Jaylin Batista - School Aide

    Johnathon Mullings - Middle School Technology Coordinator

  • Dannielle Colón - Middle/High School Family Engagement Coordinator

    Janelle Sanford - Parent Academy Coordinator

    DOE Nurse

  • TBA - ENL Teacher

    Cornelia Sylvester - Grade 6 SETSS Teacher

    Leah Leon - Grade 7 SETSS Teacher

    Shannela Isaacs - Grade 8 SETSS Teacher

    Mildred Mondesir - ELA RTI

    Asia Tait - Math RTI

  • Corine Vidal - Grade 6 Humanities Teacher

    Tianna Hammond Copeland - Grade 6 Humanities TA

    Mildred Mondesir - Grade 7 Humanities Teacher

    Keon-Paul Duhaney - Grade 7 Humanities TA

    Nomi Sankofa - Grade 8 Humanities Teacher

    Shanice Wynter - Grade 8 Humanities TA

  • William Poppe - Grade 6 Math Teacher

    Jaenique Bryant - Grade 6 Math TA

    Maya Reid - Grade 7 Math Teacher

    Taffiel Daniels - Grade 7 Math TA

    Mounir Marchoug - Grade 8 Math/Algebra I Teacher

    Africa Gaillard-Fannis - Math Coach

  • Dr. Marleen Gordon - Grade 6 Science Teacher

    Shavonna Burke - Grade 7 Teacher

    Jason Pers - Grade 8 Science Teacher

    TBA - Grade 8 Science TA

  • Shaquira Tramell - Grade 7 Social Studies Teacher

    Dwight Curwen - Grade 8 Social Studies Teacher

  • Abriana Jade - Art Teacher

    Kimberly Gonzalez - Art Teacher

    Indira Ramirez - Spanish Teacher

    Daniella Kola - Family & Consumer Science

    Lisa Pazos - PE/Health Teacher