Challenger Elementary School & PTA

06/09/2026

If school supplies are still on your to-do list, now’s the perfect time to check that box! 📚✏️ Order by July 1 to skip the back-to-school shopping scramble and have your child’s supplies delivered directly to their classroom—ready and waiting for the first day! 🎉

👉 Order Here:

Choose your grade to view and purchase the exact school supplies your teachers have requested.

06/07/2026

📢 Huntsville City Schools asks all families to complete student registration by June 30 for the upcoming 2026-2027 school year!

Completing registration on time helps ensure your child is assigned teachers and bus routes, while also allowing HCS to maintain updated contact information for your family.

💻 Families can complete registration online at: huntsvillecityschools.org/register

Need assistance?
📍 The HCS Enrollment Center is open Mondays–Thursdays from 8 AM–4 PM during the summer.
📞 Families may also call the HCS Enrollment Hotline at 256-428-6911 for help over the phone.

06/01/2026

Want to get ahead on back-to-school shopping? 🎒✏️📚 Check out our school supply list and get a jump start on checking those items off your list!

05/28/2026

🍎📚 Looking for a rewarding career in education?

Join Huntsville City Schools at the Summer 2026 Teacher Recruitment Fair!

📅 Thursday, June 18
⏰ 4:00–6:00 PM
📍 Huntsville Center for Technology

Come explore career opportunities and discover what makes HCS a great place to work and grow! Registration is now open.

05/26/2026

✈️ Planning vacations for the 2026–27 school year?
We’ve made it easy!

As you look ahead and start mapping out family trips, please keep the school calendar in mind. Whenever possible, use these built-in school breaks and long weekends for your adventures so students can stay on track with learning, classroom connections, and important instruction time. 📚⭐️

Check out our Vacation Planner graphic for the best opportunities to travel while minimizing missed school days. Happy planning, Eagles! 🦅❤️

05/26/2026

✏️If school supplies are still on your to-do list, now is the time to take care of it. Once the store closes on July 1, you’ll have to shop independently and track down each item on your own. Ordering today keeps it simple and stress-free!

👉 Order Here: https://1stdayschoolsupplies.com/gs/257

05/25/2026

❤️🤍💙 Today, we remember and honor the brave men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice in service to our country.

Their courage, selflessness, and dedication to protecting our freedoms will never be forgotten. As we enjoy this day with family and friends, may we pause in gratitude for those who made that freedom possible. 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

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Register at 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSceB3CZZ4h4ds-LCxpSBa24q8PjlGglOCi2jEd09oKaiuzSeA/viewform?

05/22/2026

❤️📖Our Challenger Eagles LOVE to read! 📖❤️

📚What a year in the Challenger Elementary Media Center!📚
✨ 31,471 books circulated
✨ 424 new books added
✨ 7,187 more checkouts than last year!

Our Eagles are reading, learning, and soaring! Thank you to our families, book fair supporters, and everyone who helps make our library such a magical place. 🦅❤️🤍💙

Keep reading this summer, Eagles! ☀️🦅

05/22/2026

✨🦅 A Note from Ms. Joiner 🦅✨

WOW… what a truly magical year at CES! ❤️🤍💙Together, as a school family, we didn’t just teach and learn—we created magic every single day. From classrooms to hallways, our campus was filled with joy, growth, inspiration, and unforgettable moments.

A special celebration to:
🌟 Our Brilliant Scholars – for aiming high, working hard, and shining bright!
🍎 Our Dedicated Staff – for pouring your hearts into making learning meaningful and magical!
❤️ Our Wonderful Families & Community – for your unwavering partnership, encouragement, and support!

Thank you to everyone who helped make this school year so special. We wish all of our scholars and families a safe, happy, and magical summer break! ☀️📚 Make wonderful memories, read great books, practice your skills, and enjoy time with those you love.

We can’t wait to see you in August for another bright year ahead! ✨