CHALLENGE SUCCESS FOR

Schools & Educators

Learn how we partner with schools to transform the student experience by promoting well-being and engagement with learning.

THE PROBLEM

The constant pressure to achieve is harming our students

Too many students believe that “success” is defined solely by grades, test scores, or admission to the “right” college, but at what cost? Our research with over 200,000 middle and high school students nationwide suggests that kids are struggling.

95% are sleep deprived
77% experience stress-related health symptoms
63% are constantly worried about academics
62% say workload is a major source of stress
47% are disengaged or simply “doing school”

“People don’t go to school to learn. They go to get good grades, which brings them to college, which brings them the high paying job, which brings them to happiness, or so they think.”
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT

Do you want a healthier, more engaging school community but don’t know where to start or how to get buy-in from key stakeholders?

You’re not alone. Hundreds of our partner schools have faced similar challenges, but their results and success stories prove that with the right strategies and support, change is possible.

School isn’t a transactional relationship. It’s a transformative relationship.

THE SOLUTION

Partner with Challenge Success

It’s time to broaden what it means for students to be successful at school and beyond. Learn how we can help your school provide an enriching, rigorous academic experience, without sacrificing student well-being.

Join our program

Take a survey

Host a workshop

Attend an event

“I can honestly say that our involvement with Challenge Success exceeded our expectations. Meeting, dialoguing and connecting with like-schools, the student survey, and working with our coach has been the extra support we needed to begin the process of creating a healthier climate for our students, teachers, and parents.”
DEPUTY SUPERINTENDENT

RESOURCES

Explore our most popular strategies, tools, research, and more

SPACE Framework for School Change

Strategies you can implement to create meaningful change at your school.

Homework White Paper

Quality vs quantity: Which is more important when it comes to homework?

Time Management Worksheet

Help your students allocate their time for a healthier work/life balance.

SEE MORE RESOURCES

Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? Reach out to our team directly for more information: info@challengesuccess.org

Why are you called Challenge Success?

The name Challenge Success reflects the belief that when society becomes too focused on narrow definitions of success (like grades, test scores, prestige, and performance), kids have less space to develop the skills they need to become resilient and engaged learners and to grow into healthy young adults. We are challenging the idea that there is one, linear path to success and instead encourage students to define success on their own terms. Research affirms that a broader approach to success that promotes well-being can deepen academic engagement.

What grade levels do you work with?

Our School Program is designed to support middle and high school teams. We offer professional development and parent education workshops and seminars that support elementary, middle, and high schools.

Will focusing on well-being “dumb down” our school?

Academic rigor and student well-being are not mutually exclusive. Research shows that cultivating a sense of well-being and belonging enables students to be engaged in the rigorous learning experience we want for them.

Too often, however, we use the word “rigor” (how assignments challenge, interest, and engage students) in schools as a synonym for “load” (how much work is assigned). Research suggests that school workload – and the “more is better” mindset – is a primary source of stress for students and is associated with higher levels of depression, sleep deprivation, and other physical health problems.

Interested in bringing Challenge Success to your school?
We’d love to hear from you! Tell us more about your school, the challenges you’re facing, and the goals you’re trying to achieve.