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

  • 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

  • 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

  • Kareen Armstrong - Guidance Counselor

    Mia Davy - Social Worker

    Dannielle Colón - Middle/High School Family Engagement Coordinator

    DOE Nurse

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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

  • TBD - Music Teacher

    Jayla Davis - Music Teacher TA

    Indira Ramirez - Spanish Teacher

    Marleen Gordon - Family & Consumer Science TA

    TBD - PE/Health Teacher