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Welcome to Challenger Elementary!
Located in Issaquah, WA, Challenger Elementary serves approximately 415 students in Kindergarten through 5th Grade. Read more about Our School.
Kindergarten Registration Underway for 2023-2024 School Year!
It’s kindergarten registration season! Do you live in the Issaquah School District and have a student who will be 5 years old by Aug. 31, 2023? It’s time to register your student for kindergarten for the fall of 2023!
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Challenger Elementary
Challenger Elementary
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Endeavour Elementary
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Challenger Elementary - Multi Purpose Room
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Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA
The agenda and meeting details will be posted at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.
Please note the agenda and materials may be modified up to 24 hours prior to the meeting; after that time, any agenda modifications will be addressed at the meeting.
Challenger Elementary
Challenger Elementary
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Home of Board Director Weaver
All members of the Issaquah School Board will hold an executive session in accordance with RCW 42.30.110 for the purpose of conducting the annual superintendent’s evaluation. This meeting will be held at the home of Board Director Weaver and is expected to last 3 hours. Executive sessions are not open to the public. No action will be taken during this session.
Challenger Elementary
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Challenger Elementary
all day
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Administration Building, 5150 220th Ave SE, Issaquah, WA
The agenda and meeting details will be posted at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.
Please note the agenda and materials may be modified up to 24 hours prior to the meeting; after that time, any agenda modifications will be addressed at the meeting.
Beaver Lake Middle School
Beaver Lake Middle School Commons
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Challenger Elementary - Multi Purpose Room
Beaver Lake Middle School
Beaver Lake Middle School Commons
Skyline High School
Skyline High School
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SHS Bookroom and Room 2215
SHS Bookroom and Room 2215
Beaver Lake Middle School
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Skyline High School
SHS Bookroom and Room 2215
Beaver Lake Middle School – Main Gym
Beaver Lake Middle School – Commons
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Beaver Lake Middle School
Happening Now at Challenger Elementary
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![PTA Hosts Fun Color Run]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1684880516/issaquah/pcrilpyij6ir4ljjc7jc/ColorRun-3.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1684880516/issaquah/pcrilpyij6ir4ljjc7jc/ColorRun-3.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1684880516/issaquah/pcrilpyij6ir4ljjc7jc/ColorRun-3.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1684880516/issaquah/pcrilpyij6ir4ljjc7jc/ColorRun-3.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1684880516/issaquah/pcrilpyij6ir4ljjc7jc/ColorRun-3.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1684880516/issaquah/pcrilpyij6ir4ljjc7jc/ColorRun-3.jpg","width":2200}])
Recently, students and community members spent a part of their day enjoying the sun. They came together for the Color Run, which is an opportunity to help generate funds that helps continue the great work that Challenger Elementary School does for its students. The event was known to be a beautiful and fun-filled evening. Challenger appreciates the PTA for their supportive efforts.
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![Student Council posing for a photo with food bank donation items.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1679521890/issaquah/vbkossgpqrk1xfyvaz2d/StudentCouncil.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1679521890/issaquah/vbkossgpqrk1xfyvaz2d/StudentCouncil.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1679521890/issaquah/vbkossgpqrk1xfyvaz2d/StudentCouncil.jpg","width":640}])
![Photo of students who were selected to perform in the 2023 WMEA all-state youth honors choir.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1668025205/issaquah/zqpiaj7nfohoomeh3l6f/ALL-STATECHOIRSELECTIONS.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1668025205/issaquah/zqpiaj7nfohoomeh3l6f/ALL-STATECHOIRSELECTIONS.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1668025205/issaquah/zqpiaj7nfohoomeh3l6f/ALL-STATECHOIRSELECTIONS.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1668025205/issaquah/zqpiaj7nfohoomeh3l6f/ALL-STATECHOIRSELECTIONS.jpg","width":1152}])
![Challenger students pose on the first day of school.]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1664572855/issaquah/tshnf6sglreqsifa8jml/BacktoSchool.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1664572855/issaquah/tshnf6sglreqsifa8jml/BacktoSchool.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1664572855/issaquah/tshnf6sglreqsifa8jml/BacktoSchool.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1664572855/issaquah/tshnf6sglreqsifa8jml/BacktoSchool.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1664572855/issaquah/tshnf6sglreqsifa8jml/BacktoSchool.jpg","width":1332}])
![staff group picture on halloween]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1643056812/issaquah/kbw10wctqddyxmvj5bae/staff-pic.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1643056812/issaquah/kbw10wctqddyxmvj5bae/staff-pic.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1643056812/issaquah/kbw10wctqddyxmvj5bae/staff-pic.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1643056812/issaquah/kbw10wctqddyxmvj5bae/staff-pic.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1643056812/issaquah/kbw10wctqddyxmvj5bae/staff-pic.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1643056812/issaquah/kbw10wctqddyxmvj5bae/staff-pic.jpg","width":2200}])
Staff Celebrate Halloween in Costume!
![students stand socially distant in library]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1643056924/issaquah/uulc2ts349mgyqlehsy0/library.png","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1643056924/issaquah/uulc2ts349mgyqlehsy0/library.png","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1643056924/issaquah/uulc2ts349mgyqlehsy0/library.png","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto/v1643056924/issaquah/uulc2ts349mgyqlehsy0/library.png","width":927}])
Students Enjoy Library Time with a Thumbs Up!
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![rainbow over Challenger Elementary]([{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_1/v1643056851/issaquah/zlseymwjgcwt1klsqmkp/rainbow-day.jpg","width":256},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_2/v1643056851/issaquah/zlseymwjgcwt1klsqmkp/rainbow-day.jpg","width":512},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_3/v1643056851/issaquah/zlseymwjgcwt1klsqmkp/rainbow-day.jpg","width":800},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_4/v1643056851/issaquah/zlseymwjgcwt1klsqmkp/rainbow-day.jpg","width":1200},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_5/v1643056851/issaquah/zlseymwjgcwt1klsqmkp/rainbow-day.jpg","width":1600},{"url":"https://resources.finalsite.net/images/f_auto,q_auto,t_image_size_6/v1643056851/issaquah/zlseymwjgcwt1klsqmkp/rainbow-day.jpg","width":2200}])
Rainbow Appears Over Challenger Elementary
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By the Numbers
513
Students enrolled for the 2020-2021 school year.
43
Classroom teachers in the 2019-2020 school year.
67.4%
Of our teachers have a master's degree or higher.
94%
Of our students attend regularly.
School Highlights & Programs
Our students will be prepared for and eager to accept the academic, occupational, personal and practical challenges of life in a dynamic global environment.
Meet Principal Jennifer Kessler
Hello, Comet families! One of the best things about being a principal is being around kids every day – they say the funniest things! A few fun facts about me: I’m a lefty! My favorite children’s book is “Go Dog, Go!”by P.D. Eastman. When I listen to music I’m likely to pick almost anything that came out in the 1980s. If I could only eat one food for the rest of my life it would be PIZZA! My travel bucket list includes a vacation to London and Paris.
Playworks
Play is a basic human need. Playworks after-school program works with our students, called Junior Coaches, for the entire school year. This is a great opportunity for leadership and skill development through participation in fun leadership activities, games, and team building led by a positive adult role model during the after school hours.
Multi-Tiered Systems of Support
MTSS is shaping the student experience at our school and throughout our district. Multi-Tiered Systems of Support, or MTSS, is a nationally recognized, evidence-based framework guiding our approach to academics, social emotional learning, behavior and attendance.