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Challenge
Charter
High
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10th
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Anniversary! |
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Vision Statement
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Challenge Charter High School’s vision is to
be a highly regarded school providing a
rigorous and empowering education for all
students.
Mission Statement
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Challenge Charter High School is
committed to a rigorous academic program for all
students in a challenging and supportive
environment. We offer creative and flexible
alternatives and a welcoming small-school
atmosphere. Through AVID methodologies and the
support of the community, teachers, staff, parents
and one another, every student will develop the
academic and personal skills necessary to be a
responsible citizen and achieve her/his goals
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[Slide show of Pics - PHS
IS, Bank, Robinson St., Ground Breaking,
Grand Opening, 10th Anniversary, and More] |
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Expected School-wide Learning Results (ESLRs)
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- Educational Challenge
CCHS will produce students who:
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Will be complex problem solvers who are able to access, analyze, and synthesize information
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Will be self-directed learners who are immersed in rigorous academic and meaningful extra curricular activities.
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Personal Challenge
CCHS will produce students who:
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Will be goal oriented and demonstrate the behaviors, work habits and self-management strategies that are necessary to attain their academic, career, and personal goals
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Will be responsible individuals who reflect upon their personal decisions and actions.
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Will respect themselves, others and their environment
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Social Challenge
CCHS will produce students who:
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Will effectively cooperate within diverse environments.
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Will demonstrate appropriate empathy and compassion for others.
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Will be productive citizens by enriching their community through education, awareness, and activism.
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Principal's Message
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Dear Parents, Students and Visitors to our Website:
It is with great pleasure that the staff and I welcome you to another school year with our Challenge Charter High School Community. We look forward to working with you, the parents, in the important task of helping your children develop to their fullest potential academically, emotionally and socially. We have talented teaching staff that show their commitment to teaching through effective methodologies, professional development and an infusion of technology. We continue to educate students who are ready for the 21st century and we value excellence and expect our students to achieve their personal best in all endeavors.
We recognize that parents/guardians are the prime educators of their children and we welcome and encourage your support in our efforts in working with our students - your children. The fundamental nature of a school changes from year to year, depending on the children and families that choose to become a part of this community. You and your children will change who we are, just as Challenge Charter High School will change who you are. I look forward to undertaking this exciting adventure with you.
It is a proven fact that: “When parents participate, children do better in school, but more than that, they go to better schools.”
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Walt Gess
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What is a Charter School?
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A Charter School is a nonsectarian,
tuition-free, public elementary or secondary school that is
exempt from significant state or local rules that inhibit the
flexible operation and management of public schools. Charters
are created by a developer as a public school or adapted by a
developer from an existing public school, and are operated under
public supervision and direction. They operate under state
charter laws in pursuit of a specific set of educational
objectives determined by the school’s developer and agreed to by
the authorized public chartering agency. All charters have a
written performance contract with a public chartering agency
that includes a description of how student performance will be
measured pursuant to state assessments that are required of
other schools. Charters also comply with federal civil rights
laws and IDEA, and applicable federal, state and local health,
safety and audit requirements. (sec. 5210(1)).
Advocacy
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In order for
charter schools like Challenge Charter to grow, improve and flourish,
we need parents and community members to become actively involved
in promoting our school and others like us. Listed below are just
a few of the links to websites which focus on charter schools. Most
of them offer a list serve option that allows you to be connected
to the world of charters. Please take some time to review these
sites, sign up if you are interested and find out more about the
great work of charter schools in California and the United States!
The principal at Challenge
Charter is available to provide a PowerPoint presentation for
local service and community groups. The presentation focuses on
charter schools in general and specifically the story of Challenge
Charter. If you belong to a service club or group, please call
Walt Gess at (530) 538-2359 or email
wgess@ouhsd.org
regarding a presentation.
Charter
School Internet Resources
California Network
of Educational Charters
http://www.canec.org
Challenge Charter High
School
http://www.ouhsd.org/cchs
Charter School's Development
Center
http://www.csus.edu/ier/charter/charter.html
State Department of
Education Charter Schools Site
http://www.cde.ca.gov/charter
Charter School Resources
http://www.seer.org/pages/EDLinks.html
National Charter School
Organization
http://www.uscharterschools.org
Independent Study Web
Site
http://www.ccis.org
National Charter School
Resource
http://www.charterfriends.org
Curriculum
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Master Schedule |
Course Handbook |
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Currently the following
courses are offered in a small group (class) setting:
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English 9
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English 10
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English 11
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A.P. English
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Algebra I
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Algebra II
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Geometry
- Pre-Calculus
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Calculus
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Geography
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Government / Economics
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U.S. History
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World History
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Earth Science
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Biology
- A.P.
Biology
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Chemistry
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Physics
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CAD
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Journalism/Yearbook
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AVID
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Study Skills
- Computer Applications
- ASB
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Health
- Drivers Ed
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CAHSEE Math
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CAHSEE English
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Independent study exist for PE as well as for certain individuals that present special circumstances.
Graduation requirements: Graduation
requirements for Challenge Charter High School are the same as those
for other comprehensive high schools. We require students to earn
220 credits, some of which are core credits and some are elective
credits. We require at a minimum the following courses and
credits:
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Years |
Credits |
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English |
4 |
40 |
Physical
Ed. |
2 |
20 |
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Math (finish
Algebra) |
2 |
20 |
Foreign
Lang./Art |
1 |
10 |
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Science |
2 |
20 |
Health |
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5 |
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Social
Science |
3.5 |
35 |
Vocational
Ed. |
1 |
10 |
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Electives |
Varies |
60 |
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Credits: |
220 |
Options for Students
Study Skills:
All students in all grade
levels will be enrolled in a study skills course which is designed
to assist them in learning about learning, time management, how to
study, how to take notes and how to be successful in
school.
AVID: For students who feel ready to
accept the challenge of a four year college or university, AVID is
another study/college preparatory option.
Concurrent enrollment:
All students who attend
Challenge Charter High School have the option of being
concurrently enrolled at Butte Community College, Yuba College or
California State University, Chico. This means that a student can
take high school courses and college courses at the same
time.
Advanced Placement Courses:
Currently we offer an Advanced Placement
English, Biology, Calculus, and we are developing Advanced
Placement Chemistry and Physics.
Reading: Currently we offer three
sections of a reading course which uses the computer software
called: Fast For Word. Students who are struggling with reading
are enrolled in this course which lasts from 4-8 weeks. Students
train and work daily on a computer to improve their reading
skills. At Challenge Charter High School we encounter many
students who are struggling with reading. Fast For Word can help
these students improve their reading skills in as little as four
weeks.
ROP courses: Through Butte County Office
of Education Regional Occupational Program, there are a variety of
courses offered throughout the county which focus on vocational
and technical skills. These courses are open to students who
attend Challenge Charter High School.
Off-Site courses: Sometimes a student may
wish to take a class that is offered by Oroville High School or
Las Plumas High School. Through an agreement established by the
Oroville Union High School District, students may enroll in
courses on either campus and earn credits for that
course.
Study Skills Support:
Because all students enrolled
in high school are required to pass the California High School
Exit Exam, we are offering a variety of support classes for
students who have not passed this exam. These support options
include specific classes and tutoring which may be during school
or after school.
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Meet the Staff
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Administration |
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Walt Gess
Principal |
Jane Alt
Administrative
Secretatry |
Debi Upton
Academic Counselor |
Riley Cunningham
Campus Supervisor |
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Special Education |
Independent Study |
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John Cuny
Sp. Ed. Coordinator
ASB Advisor
Drama |
Michaela Minnot
Para-Educator |
Tom Murphy
I.S. Coordinator
Art 1
Art History
Horticulture Natural
Resources |
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Science |
Mathematics |
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Molly German
Director
Earth Science
Physics
Chemistry
Algebra 1
Philosophy |
Kristin Smith
AP Biology
CP
Biology
AVID Coordinator |
Dave Gnesda
Director
Geometry
Algebra
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Pre-Calculus
AP Calculus
CAD
Senior Study Skills |
Michael Caratenuto
Algebra 1
Geometry
Algebra
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Computer
Applications Careers
Webmaster
OSTA Site Rep. |
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English |
Foreign Language |
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Courtny Connelly
English 9 & 12
AP
English
AVID Coordinator |
Robyn Plante
English 10 & 11 |
New Teacher
Spanish 1 & 2
Journalism |
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Social Science |
Counseling (Provided
by Butte County Behavioral Health) |
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Kurt Osterlund
Geography
World
History Government |
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Terisa . . .
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CCHS in the News!
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CCHS Scrapbook
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