The CHMS Post

To provide an exemplary education that develops critical thinking and problem solving skills which inspire our students to challenge their minds and charge their spirits.

Dear Parents and Guardians,

As the new principal of Challenger Middle, I am thrilled to join this incredible community and continue the tradition of excellence that has made our school so successful. It has been a tremendous start to the year, and I am honored to be part of such a special place. I am deeply committed to ensuring that every student at Challenger reaches their highest potential. Together, we can make this school year one of growth, achievement, and memorable experiences for all our students.

I believe that parent involvement is a cornerstone of student success. Your engagement, whether through volunteering, attending school events, or simply staying informed about your child's progress, plays a vital role in creating a supportive and enriching learning environment. I encourage you to stay connected and involved as we work together to support our students’ growth.

As we embark on this journey together, I want to take a moment to review some of our key school expectations. Maintaining a positive, respectful, and safe learning environment is essential for our students' success. Please take some time to review the school’s policies on attendance, behavior, and academic expectations with your child. This information can be found on our school website. These guidelines help ensure that our school remains a place where every student can excel.

Thank you for your warm welcome and for entrusting us with your child’s education. I look forward to working closely with you to make this school year a remarkable one!

Respectfully,

Chris Drake

We are thrilled to announce that our school has earned an “A” grade by the Florida Department of Education!

This achievement reflects the hard work and dedication of our amazing students, teachers, staff, and community. Thank you for your continued support and commitment to excellence. Let us continue to challenge our minds and charge our spirits!

CHMS Dress Code for the 2024-2025 school year! Please keep this in mind when shopping for school clothes! Use the link below for a more detailed overview of our dress code

That's right! Get your camera faces ready because Picture Day is already around the corner.

Our Picture Day ID is: EVTZRHG3H

Picture Day will take place on Thursday September 5th, 2024!

IN ORDER FOR ANY STUDENT TO PARTICIPATE IN A CLUB OR AFTER-SCHOOL ACTIVITY, THEY WILL NEED THIS FORM FILLED OUT AND SIGNED BY A PARENT/GUARDIAN.

The Jr. Thespian Drama Club's Introductory Meeting will take place Wednesday, August 14th from 4:25 pm - 5:25 pm.

Location: Mrs. Cifuentes' Room (2-116)

Come find out how fun it is to BE ON STAGE! Jr. Thespian Drama Club meets once a month on selected dates. The club is for any student that wants to meet other students that enjoy the performing arts.

The google classroom code to join is dotok7u for all upcoming information

EVERY MIDDLE SCHOOL STUDENT IS REQUIRED TO GET A PHYSICAL DONE AND HAVE THE PHYSICAL FORM THAT IS LINKED BELOW COMPLETED BY A DOCTOR IN ORDER TO PLAY ANY SPORT. THE PHYSICAL HAS TO BE COMPLETED EVERY SCHOOL YEAR AND LAST FOR THE ENTIRETY OF THE SPORT SEASON YOU INTEND ON PLAYING.

USE THE LINK BELOW TO PRINT OUT THE PHYSICAL FORM NEEDED. NO OTHER FORM WILL BE ACCEPTED, IT MUST BE THIS EXACT FORM!

IN ADDITION TO A PHYSICAL BEING COMPLETED, YOU WILL ALSO NEED BOTH THE INTRAMURAL AND ACTIVITY FORMS THAT ARE LINKED BELOW. YOU ONLY NEED ONE INTRAMURAL FORM COMPLETED PER YEAR, BUT YOU NEED ONE ACTIVITY FORM PER SPORT/ACTIVITY YOU INTEND ON PARTICIPATING IN.

Basketball and Cross Country will be our first sporting events.

Students will meet in the gym at dismissal. On the first day of the sport, students will receive information about what is needed to continue. Once teams are decided, practice will take place Monday-Wednesday from 4:00 pm - 5:45 pm (Occasionally, a Thursday or Friday practice will take place, and this will be communicated to parents/guardians)

All sports are free of charge, with buses provided for each event. Intramural and insurance information must be signed and returned prior to practice. Along with the intramural form, students must also submit a current medical evaluation form and an after-school activity form. These forms will go home on the first day of sign-ups. On the day of sign-ups, please have a ride by 5:00 pm, or approval and registration to go to After Care.

Contact Ms. Sierocinski, the school athletic director at bethanyas@leeschools.net with any questions or concerns.

BASKETBALL SIGN-UPS WERE WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 14TH

TRYOUTS BEGIN THE FOLLOWING DAY.

TEAMS WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON AUGUST 27TH

GAME SCHEDULE:

All Games Start @ 5:30pm

9/4 Challenger vs. Trafalgar @Trafalgar

9/9 Oasis Charter vs. Challenger @Challenger

9/11 Challenger vs Gulf @Gulf

9/16 Trafalgar vs Challenger @Challenger

9/18 Challenger vs. Oasis Charter @Oasis Charter

9/23 Gulf vs. Challenger @Challenger

Please feel free to email either Coach Szyrwiel (boys) - AllenS@leeschools.net or

Coach Wilke (girls) - TiffanyCA@leeschools.net for any questions or concerns.

CROSS COUNTRY (XC) SIGN-UPS BEGIN

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

Please feel free to email for any questions or concerns.

PTO/SAC Meetings occur the second Thursday of every month. Our first meeting will take place on September 12, 2024.

PTO will start at 5:00 pm and run until 6:00 pm.

All PTO/SAC Meetings will be held in person at Challenger Middle School in the Media Center.

Below are a list of dates for when both interims and report cards will be available to both students and parents. 😊

1st Quarter

Interim – Sept. 13th

Report Card – Oct. 17th

2nd Quarter

Interim – Nov. 15th

Report Card – Jan. 9th

3rd Quarter

Interim – Feb. 7th

Report Card – Mar. 19th

4th Quarter

Interim – Apr. 24th

Report Card – Jun. 5th

FortifyFL is a suspicious activity reporting tool that allows you to instantly relay information to appropriate law enforcement agencies and schools. To visit this website go to getfortifyfl.com

Per the Code of Federal Regulation we are required to put a notice out to students and parents stating the following:

EPA 40 CFR 763

This school has been recently inspected and certain asbestos-containing materials or assumed to be asbestos-containing materials such as: fire doors or roofing materials that are tested prior to repairs or removal as needed, have been located in the school buildings. Please be aware that the School District of Lee County has an active management plan designed to ensure that the building is maintained safely for all occupants. These materials are being controlled in accordance with the Asbestos Management Program for the School and following the limitations and procedures of the policies and requirements of the Asbestos O&M Program. The report lists the location, quantity, and condition of all known materials and contains the details of the control procedures, and is available at the school office for your inspection during normal school hours. Copies of the school’s asbestos file can be supplied to you at a cost upon submittal of request.

Samuel Fisher, District 1 (Chair)

Jada Langford-Fleming, District 6 (Vice Chair)

Melisa W. Giovannelli, District 2

Chris N. Patricca, District 3

Debbie Jordan, District 4

Armor Persons, District 5

Cathleen O'Daniel Morgan, District 7

Kathy Dupuy-Bruno, Esq., Board Attorney

Dr. Ken Savage

Interim Superintendent

Email: christophedd@leeschools.net
Website: https://chm.leeschools.net/
Location: 624 Trafalgar Pkwy, Cape Coral, FL, USA
Phone: (239) 242-4341
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChallengerMS
Twitter: @ChallengerLCSD