Apple Award Nominations Now Open

Every day, C2E teachers and staff make a difference for our students. The Foundation for Douglas County Schools’ Apple Awards are an opportunity to recognize someone who has encouraged your child, sparked their curiosity, or helped them feel supported at school.

If a C2E educator or staff member comes to mind, please take a moment to submit a nomination. Sharing a specific example of their impact is a meaningful way to thank them.

Nominations close October 26, 2026.

Mammoth March – October 8, 2026

We’re excited for C2E’s main fundraiser, the C2E Mammoth March. This annual fundraiser is our largest fundraising event and provides a fun and healthy way for students to invest in their community. Our goal this year is to raise $80,000 ($125/student) to benefit ALL students and staff at Challenge To Excellence Charter School by refurbishing the playground and providing new PE equipment.

Registration is now open at MyBooster.com. Elementary students register with their homeroom teacher, Middle School students register with their study hall teacher.

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🎉 10/08/2026: Mammoth March Event Schedule

  • K-1st Grade: 8:15 AM – 8:50 AM
  • 2nd-3rd Grade: 9:05 AM – 9:40 AM
  • 4th – 5th Grade: 10:00 AM – 10:35 AM
  • Middle School Color Run: 2:15-3:15 

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Volunteers Needed for Mammoth March

Mammoth March volunteers are needed on various days/times. Sign Up HERE. Volunteering offers a great opportunity to help out inside the school and meet other parents!

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Mammoth March Sponsors 2026

C2E Awarded the Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award

Big news for Challenge to Excellence! We’re proud to share that C2E has earned the Governor’s Distinguished Improvement Award from the Colorado Department of Education for the first time ever—a major recognition of the growth and progress happening across our school.

We also received the John Irwin Award from the Colorado Department of Education, which is given to schools that demonstrate outstanding academic achievement in reading, math, and science. Based on our strong CMAS results, C2E is proud to be the only charter school in the district to earn both awards.

And to top it off, C2E ranked in the 99th percentile statewide in math achievement for both elementary and middle school.

This is what happens when students and staff show up with dedication, consistency, and pride. Congratulations, Mammoths—what an incredible accomplishment!

US News Ranks Challenge to Excellence Among Top Schools!

US News Ranks Challenge to Excellence Charter School Among Top Schools in Douglas County and Colorado!

C2E ranks #2 in Middle Schools,#11 in Douglas County Elementary Schools,  #6 in Colorado Charter Elementary Schools, and #6 in Charter Middle Schools!

Click HERE to read the full article