| Staff Appreciation Week is HERE!! | Kendra Campbell | 5/3/2019 | 5/11/2019 |
Staff Appreciation Week is HERE!!Check out our flyer HERE to see how the PTA and YOU can celebrate our staff for Staff Appreciation week 5/6-5/10! Staff's favorite things can be seen HERE . Sign up to bring Dessert HERE! ... read full article |
| Challenger PTA Comet Color Run | Heather Matthews | 3/13/2019 | 5/3/2019 |
Challenger PTA Comet Color RunPTA's ONLY Fundraiser for the year is the Comet Color Run on Friday, May 3rd . Help us raise $50,000! Total raised so far: $53,862!! Let's Celebrate Hitting our Goal with a Spirit Week: 4/29 Monday - Pajama Day 4/30 Tuesday - Comet Spirit Day 5/1 Wednesday - Wacky Wednesday (Mismatch Day) 5/2 Thursday - Crazy Hair Day 5/3 Friday - Comet Color run shirt day Classroom Leader Board Register your kids & send emails to family, friends, neighbors, etc. Click Here For ALL the Information, Register and see all the prizes you could win! {Check out the winning ... read full article |
| Challenger PTA Book Swap & Sale | Heather Matthews | 2/13/2019 | 3/1/2019 |
Challenger PTA Book Swap & SaleIt's time to clean out your home libraries and restock them with some exciting (new to you) books! Challenger PTA brings you the annual Book Swap & Sale to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday and kickstart Eager Reader! Click here to learn more about the Book Swap & Sale ... read full article |
| PTA STEM Fair 2019 | Heather Matthews | 1/26/2019 | 3/15/2019 |
PTA STEM Fair 2019Challenger Elementary PTA STEM Fair 2019 STEM from the ground up Friday March 15, 2019 ? 6:30pm until 8:00pm in the MPR. Click Here For More Information & to Volunteer ... read full article |
| IT'S SLIME TIME | Amy Senior | 1/16/2019 | 1/23/2019 |
IT'S SLIME TIMEWay to go Challenger Comets!! ... read full article |
| Scripps Spelling Bee Registration Open | Heather Matthews | 12/3/2018 | 12/21/2018 |
Scripps Spelling Bee Registration OpenThe Scripps Spelling Bee is open for all grades. The spelling bee will have both preliminary and main events. The preliminary event is grade specific. The main event is for all qualifying students. Register by December 21st to participate. Click here for additional information. ... read full article |
| Family BINGO Night | Heather Matthews | 9/12/2018 | 10/26/2018 |
Family BINGO NightChallenger PTA's Family BINGO Night is this Friday, October 26th at 6:00 pm. Click here f or information about the evening. We are still looking for Volunteers for this event! Sign up here. ... read full article |
| Join the Challenger PTA | Heather Matthews | 8/7/2018 | 9/18/2018 |
Join the Challenger PTAThe PTA is a National, State & Local Organization Advocating for our Children Please join and show that you care and are invested in the welfare of our children: -You are not required to volunteer – but we’d love it if you did! -100% membership gives credence to our PTA voice in advocating for our children with the Legislature and sends a message to Olympia that our school and district are made up of parents who are concerned and involved. -PTA is the largest child advocacy group in the United States. Added bonus: All PTA members are given access to ... read full article |
| PTA Annual Art Walk | Heather Matthews | 5/14/2019 | 6/7/2019 |
PTA Annual Art WalkThe Challenger PTA is proud to bring another exciting, creative and vibrant edition of Art Walk on Friday, June 7th from 6:00pm-8:00pm at the school. The Challenger corridors will come alive with the creative talents of our students. Tour the students' art work, participate in hands-on art activities, fun games or grab a bite to eat at the hot dog stand. Grandparents, parents, siblings, neighbors and friends are all invited! Want to help make it possible? Sign up to volunteer that night at https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0549a5aa22a75-artwalk1 or contact Rachelle Roberts at rachelleroberts998@yahoo.com or Elisa Parry at elisaparry@gmail.com ... read full article |
| Scholastic PTA Book Fair | Heather Matthews | 5/13/2019 | 6/7/2019 |
Scholastic PTA Book FairThe dates are set, so mark your calendars for Challenger’s upcoming Scholastic Book Fair that will be held in Challenger’s Library June 5-7th. Wednesday, June 5th - 1:30-5:00pm Thursday, June 6th - 3:40-8:00pm Friday, June 7th - 3:40-8:00pm Click Here for more details and to sign up to volunteer. ... read full article |
| Eager Reader Month! | Chris Segura | 2/12/2019 | 3/31/2019 |
Eager Reader Month!EAGER READER IS HERE!!! CLICK HERE TO GO TO THE EAGER READER HOME PAGE for detailed registration steps, prize information, FAQs, and more! When is Eager Reader? Eager Reader will run March 4 - 31 this year. ... read full article |
| Hops'n Drops Fundraising Night- Dinner out | Kendra Campbell | 1/19/2019 | 3/6/2019 |
Hops'n Drops Fundraising Night- Dinner outTake the night off from cooking and help support the Challenger PTA by dining at HopsnDrops (formerly known as HopJacks) on March 6th between 5-8pm. HopsnDrops will generously donate 20% of your bill to the Challenger PTA. You must present this flyer to the server. Hope to see you there! ... read full article |
| Congratulations Golden Acorn & Outstanding Educator Winners! | Heather Matthews | 1/17/2019 | 4/26/2019 |
Congratulations Golden Acorn & Outstanding Educator Winners!Golden Acorn Outstanding Educator Amy Senior Paula Nocente-Casey Debbie Orosco Sherrie Brewer Bindya Devilal Jean VanDyne Kendra Campbell Beth Manias ... read full article |
| 5th Grade Fundraising: Movie Night - Incredibles | Heather Matthews | 11/12/2018 | 12/14/2018 |
5th Grade Fundraising: Movie Night - IncrediblesThe PTA & 5th Grade Fundraising Committee Present: INCREDIBLES 2 December 14th from 6:00pm-8:00pm in the MPR Buy Tickets Here (Deadline is Dec 11th) Please sign up to Volunteer ! (5th Graders can volunteer too!) ... read full article |
| 5th Grade Fundraising: Concession Stand at BINGO Night | Heather Matthews | 10/22/2018 | 10/26/2018 |
5th Grade Fundraising: Concession Stand at BINGO NightThe class of 2019 will be holding a Concession Stand at Challenger's annual BINGO NIGHT!! This is a great opportunity to earn money to offset the costs of camp and the promotion party! Please sign up to donate store bought goodies and drinks. ... read full article |
| Kinders & Kleenex for Kindergarten Parents | Heather Matthews | 8/28/2018 | 9/7/2018 |
Kinders & Kleenex for Kindergarten ParentsKindergarten Parents! Please join us for Coffee & Kleenex on Friday, September 7th at 9:15 am. We will meet outside the Kindergarten wing under the covered area. After you drop off your precious little one for their first day of Kindergarten please stop by our table, grab a Kleenex, a pastry, a cup of coffee/tea and take a moment to meet other amazing Challenger Parents. Hope you can join us! Warmly sponsored by Challenger PTA. ... read full article |
| Dinner Fundraiser: Chipotle on November 16th | Heather Matthews | 10/22/2018 | 11/16/2018 |
Dinner Fundraiser: Chipotle on November 16thMake dinner a selfless act by joining us for a fundraiser to support Challenger PTA. Come into the Chipotle at 22704 SE 4th St Suite 210 in Sammamish on Friday, November 16th between 4:00pm and 8:00pm. Bring in this flyer , show it on your smartphone or tell the cashier you’re supporting the cause to make sure that 33% of the proceeds will be donated to Challenger PTA. ... read full article |
| Challenger Staff Appreciation Week! | Heather Matthews | 4/18/2019 | 5/2/2019 |
Challenger Staff Appreciation Week!Challenger Staff Favorite Things List Click to sign up to bring a dessert on Wednesday ... read full article |
| PTA Night at the Seattle Mariners | Heather Matthews | 3/17/2019 | 5/18/2019 |
PTA Night at the Seattle MarinersJoin us for PTA Night at the Seattle Mariners on Saturday, May 18th at 7:10 pm. Discount Tickets are available through the PTA and can be purchased for students, parents, and staff at Challenger. Click here for more information and to order tickets for $16.00. You must order tickets before Friday, April 26th. ... read full article |
| Yearbook Orders | Heather Matthews | 2/25/2019 | 3/31/2019 |
Yearbook OrdersYearbooks are on sale now! In June students will receive their yearbook and get the chance to sign each others' books. Kids love seeing their photo in the yearbook, so be sure to order one! Sale ends March 31st! To order: http://challengerpta.org/Page/Programs/Yearbook **We are only pre-ordering books this year. We will not be selling books when they arrive in June.* ... read full article |
| Book Swap and Sale | Amy Senior | 1/27/2019 | 2/1/2019 |
Book Swap and SaleChallenger PTA Book Swap & Sale It's time to clean out your home libraries and restock them with some exciting (new to you) books! Challenger PTA brings you the annual Book Swap to celebrate Dr. Seuss’ birthday and kick start Eager Reader! How Can You Participate: Donate Books: Thursday, February 28th 8:30 – 9:00am & 3:30 – 5:00pm Friday, March 1st 8:30-9:00am & 3:30pm – 4:00pm *You can also bring books to the office anytime and put in the Book Swap Box 2 BOOKS = 1 TICKET 1 TICKET = 1 BOOK ... read full article |
| Value Village FUNDrive for 5th Grade Camp | Heather Matthews | 12/17/2018 | 1/12/2019 |
Value Village FUNDrive for 5th Grade CampHelp us raise funds by donating clothes, shoes & more! Drop off used items at Challenger Elementary School on Saturday, January 12th from 10:00am-3:00pm. We accept clothing, shoes, bedding/towels, accessories. All funds will go towards the cost of camp for the 5th graders . Contact Heather Wolter (hrwolter at gmail) for any questions. ... read full article |
| The Habit Burger Grill Fundraiser Night | Heather Matthews | 12/17/2018 | 1/15/2019 |
The Habit Burger Grill Fundraiser NightJoin the Habit Burger Grill in support of Challenger PTA on Tuesday, January 15th from 4:00pm-9:00pm. The Habit Burger Grill will donate 20% of sales from this event. Present the printed flyer or show offer on your smart phone to the cashier upon ordering. ... read full article |
| Challenger Staff Holiday Cookies | Heather Matthews | 12/3/2018 | 12/18/2018 |
Challenger Staff Holiday CookiesThe Holidays are just around the corner. The PTA is hosting a cookie day for our amazing Challenger staff. Many of the staff members are busy with our kids right up to winter break and don't have time to bake. To help start off their holiday right, we are hoping to bring in holiday cookies for each staff member to take a plate home to their family. Please consider signing up to bake or buy 2 dozen holiday cookies . Deliver cookies to the staff lounge by 9:15 am on Tuesday December 18th. ... read full article |
| Challenger K-Kids Holiday Toy Drive | Heather Matthews | 11/29/2018 | 12/4/2018 |
Challenger K-Kids Holiday Toy DriveHelp bring joy to families in need this holiday season! Challenger K-Kids are hosting a holiday toy drive! What: Please donate NEW, UNWRAPPED gifts for children ages 0-18. When: Now through December 4 th at noon. Where: Drop off toys in the big wrapped box in the atrium. Thank you for supporting Issaquah families! Find out more details about K-Kids Club at Challenger ... read full article |
| News from the Issaquah Schools Foundation | Heather Matthews | 10/3/2018 | 11/1/2018 |
News from the Issaquah Schools FoundationGo All in for Kids! The Issaquah Schools Foundation invites you to go All in for Kids and donate today! Gifts to the Foundation’s All in for Kids annual campaign fund programs such as robotics, art education, food aid, STEM clubs, one-to-one mentoring, orchestra and band – and much more – in each of the Issaquah School District’s 24 schools. Learn more at isfdn.org/all-in-for-kids/ . Cultural Bridges Family Guide Download a Free Family Guide in Chinese (Mandarin), English, Korean, Russian, Spanish, or Vietnamese today! This guide has information on how the school system works in the Issaquah School District and ... read full article |
| ParentWiser: Seth Perler | Heather Matthews | 9/12/2018 | 9/26/2018 |
ParentWiser: Seth PerlerDoes your child struggle with organization, planning, prioritization, or motivation to learn? Join us for a very special hands-on workshop with the amazing Executive Function coach Seth Perler. Seth will walk you through proper setup of systems so you stay on top of school work. Parents: Bring your kids! Kids: Bring your stuff! • Planners – how to use it, even if you dislike it • Papers – organize folders, binders, syllabi, notebooks • Backpacks – how to keep it simple, working for YOU! • Laptop Browser – how to quickly access what you need Seth will also teach you ... read full article |
| Curriculum Night Dinner | Heather Matthews | 9/4/2018 | 9/12/2018 |
Curriculum Night DinnerThe PTA Hospitality Team is providing dinner from Chipotle for our teachers on Curriculum Night. We need a couple more items to help make dinner even more delicious. Please click here to sign up to bring drinks, desserts, chips, etc. Thank you! ... read full article |
| ParentWiser: Author Rosalind Wiseman | Heather Matthews | 8/6/2018 | 8/29/2018 |
ParentWiser: Author Rosalind WisemanWant to empower your kids' with a positive social life? Parent Wiser presents parent talk & book signing with youth behavior expert Rosalind Wiseman, author of Queen Bees Wannabes and Masterminds & Wingmen , on Wed Aug 29 at 6:30pm at Liberty HS . Rosalind Wiseman pulls back the curtain on friendships & social hierarchies and gives practical advice for teaching youth how to navigate common yet complex social situations and break through communication barriers. For parents of K-12. Free for PTSA members in Issaquah School District, $10 donation for non-members/guests. REGISTER HERE! ... read full article |
| ISF Breakfast | Kendra Campbell | 4/19/2019 | 5/3/2019 |
ISF BreakfastOur school is hosting a table at the Issaquah Schools Foundation fundraising breakfast on Tuesday, May 14th from 7:30am-8:30am. Issaquah Schools Foundation donates thousands of dollars to our schools every year! Including helping Challenger with the Playworks Recess program we will be implementing next year. Click here to learn about more programs ISF provides funding for. We would love to have you join us at our table. Click here to sign up. ... read full article |
| Festival of Cultures | Heather Matthews | 9/29/2018 | 11/9/2018 |
Festival of CulturesAt the Festival of Cultures , Challenger Elementary “will go around the world” and learn more about the culture, food, music, and traditions of the countries representing the rich diversity of our school. Please sign up to Volunteer ! ... read full article |
| Order School Supplies for 2018-2019 School Year! | Heather Matthews | 5/29/2018 | 8/20/2018 |
Order School Supplies for 2018-2019 School Year!It’s that time of year again!!! Time to purchase school supplies for Fall 2018. We are excited to be offering prepackaged school supplies from School Tool Box. All school supplies will be shipped directly to your doorstep. Please allow 10 days for shipping and remember to order the grade your student will be entering in the Fall. You can order until August 20 th . Order yours today!! schooltoolbox.com . View the Challenger Flyer for prices. Contact Heather Wolter Questions at hrwolter@gmail.com ... read full article |
| ParentWiser Upcoming Events | Heather Matthews | 12/12/2018 | 1/9/2025 |
ParentWiser Upcoming EventsParent Wiser is the Parent Education Classes in the Issaquah School District provided by the Issaquah PTSA. Upcoming Events (Please Register) : Teen Vaping Smoking is out, but is vaping any different? Find out why the FDA and American Medical Association is calling vaping / juuling an “urgent public health epidemic”; explore the impact vaping has on our young people and how parents can help. Challenge Success Reduce Academic Stress without Sacrificing Achievement Based on the Well-Balanced Student by CHALLENGE SUCCESS, a Stanford University think-tank of educators, psychologists and parenting professionals, speaker Mary Hofstedt , School Program Director for Challenge ... read full article |
| Challenger Angel Program | Heather Matthews | 10/24/2018 | 6/20/2019 |
Challenger Angel ProgramThe Angel Program at Challenger Elementary provides a helping hand to students who need extra support with basic necessities. The program is strictly confidential, both sponsors (known as “Angels”) and students remain anonymous. Click here to learn more about the program and to sign up as an Angel. ... read full article |
| Karate West Parents Night Out | Heather Matthews | 9/17/2018 | 6/7/2019 |
Karate West Parents Night OutDecember 7, 2018 ? January 4th ? February 1st ? March 8th ? April 5th ? May 3rd ? June 7th Register for one or ALL!!! The cost is $35 per child and 100% of all proceeds from this event will go to the PTA! Kids ages 6-12 will enjoy a fun-filled night of the coolest karate games while you get a night out from 6:00pm-9:00pm. There is no martial arts experience necessary. Call today to register 425-391-4444 or register online at http://karatewest.com/parents-night-out/ Each “Parent Night Out” session is limited to 30 kids, be sure to tell them you are from Challenger! Don’t Delay Register Today! ... read full article |
| PTA Reflections 2018-2019 School Year | Heather Matthews | 9/12/2018 | 11/1/2018 |
PTA Reflections 2018-2019 School YearReflections for the 2018-2019 will be starting soon. This is a National PTA program that celebrates the artistic talents of students. Dates and Information will be coming home with students soon and posted on the website. You can get general information and details about the program by visiting the Reflections Page . ... read full article |
| Summer Reading & Writing Program Starts June 21st | Heather Matthews | 6/13/2018 | 9/11/2018 |
Summer Reading & Writing Program Starts June 21stCalling all readers! Calling all writers!! The PTA Summer Reading & Writing Programs are starting on June 21st. Read more information and download the forms by visiting the webpage: http://challengerpta.org/Page/Programs/Summer%20Journals ... read full article |
