Greetings CES Families,

Welcome back from Thanksgiving Break! I hope you and your family enjoyed a restful and rejuvenating holiday.

I am excited to welcome our scholars back to school with bright smiles—refreshed, energized, and ready to learn! We have an exciting and fast-paced few weeks ahead as we approach Winter Break.

To help us finish the calendar year strong and continue creating magic at CES, please reinforce consistent routines at home, including regular attendance and punctual arrival. Your partnership in maintaining these habits is essential to your child’s success and academic growth.

Thank you for your continued support and dedication to your scholar’s education. Please refer to our weekly newsletter for important updates and upcoming events.

Upcoming Events:

December

  • 2nd - Magic Show - Sponsored by PTA

  • 4th - Parent Focus Meeting/Party at 9am

  • 4th - Last Day of 1st Semester After school Tutoring

  • 8th - 12th – Santa Shop – PTA Sponsored

  • 8th - 19th - Holiday Spirit Dress Up Days

  • 9th - PTA Meeting/Holiday Musical at 6pm - Performances by K, 1st & 3rd

  • 12th - PBIS Club Day

  • 18th - Winter Holiday Classroom Parties 11:30 – 2:15

  • 19th - Student ½ day - Dismissal at 11:30

January 2026

  • 6th - Students Return

Important Reminders:

  • Independent Arrival: We kindly ask that parents no longer walk or escort scholars to class. Our dedicated staff will be stationed in the hallways to guide and support scholars to their classrooms.

  • Morning Arrival: School opens at 7:30 a.m. For safety reasons, please do not drop off students before this time, as supervision is not available prior to 7:30 a.m.

  • Start of Instruction: Learning begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. Please ensure your scholar arrives on time each day so they can start the day ready to learn and succeed.

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Here's to learning, growing, and Aiming High at Challenger Elementary!
Thank you for helping make Challenger Elementary the BEST place to learn and grow!

Let’s Create Magic in 2025!

Love y'all,

Sherita Joiner
Principal, Challenger Elementary School

Go Eagles!

#CESMAGIC2025
#AIMHIGH