Get ready to dive into a world of adventure with C2E’s exciting Summer Reading Challenge! From May 28th to August 12th, we’re inviting all students to join us in a literary journey that will spark imagination and ignite a passion for reading.

There's no limit to the number of books you can submit, so encourage your child to explore new worlds and adventures through reading.

Participation is easy. Simply click on the reading challenge form corresponding to the grade level your student will be entering for the 2024-2025 school year:

• K-2 Reading Challenge Form (forms open May 28th)

• 3rd-5th Reading Challenge Form (forms open May 28th)

• Middle School Reading Challenge Form(forms open May 28th)

Not sure what to read or when to squeeze in some reading time? Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Check out these fun wheels for some inspiration:

• What Should I Read?

• How and When Should I Read?

Let’s make this summer a memorable one filled with adventures between the pages. We can’t wait to see all the amazing stories you’ll discover!  As an additional perk, the grade level that reads the highest number of books will be rewarded with a popsicle party!  Additionally, students will earn dress down days upon achieving the following goals: 1,000 books for K-2, 600 books for 3-5, and 150 books for middle school.

Happy reading!

We are excited to announce that Challenge to Excellence will be expanding to add 12 classrooms in a two-story addition, consolidating all classrooms under one roof and eliminating our mobile buildings. The expansion will allow us to have a dedicated art room, and dedicated music room. Additionally, we will be adding a Middle School Cafeteria/flex space; allowing us to provide a communal learning space for study hall, small group instruction and dedicated middle school lunch space.

But that's not all! We'll also be able to accommodate an additional 125 students, making our school even more inclusive and vibrant.

Now, you might be wondering when all of this will take place. We have a clear timeline in mind. This summer, we plan to relocate the mobile buildings to the blacktop, paving the way for groundbreaking at their current location. Our goal is to have the expansion completed and ready for the start of the 2025-2026 school year.

In addition to this, I'm delighted to announce the launch of our Capital Campaign this summer, titled "Dream Bigger, Achieve More: Expanding Excellence at Challenge to Excellence Charter School." This campaign will play a crucial role in raising funds for the new addition and ensuring the success of this transformative project. More information about the Capital Campaign will be shared in the months to come, and we encourage your participation and support.

We're confident that these expansion plans will significantly enhance the learning environment and overall experience for our students, faculty, and community members. Your ongoing support and enthusiasm are vital as we embark on this journey of growth and progress. Attached, you'll find a conceptual drawing of our expansion plans. Please stay tuned for further updates and details regarding the expansion and Capital Campaign. Together, we'll continue to uphold the excellence that defines our school.

Thank you for your unwavering commitment to Challenge to Excellence.

Liz Dougan

Executive Director