Challenge Success Team

Challenge Success is a non-profit affiliated with the Stanford University Graduate School of Education. We partner with school communities to elevate student voice and implement research-based, equity-centered strategies that improve well-being, engagement, and belonging for all K-12 students. Supporting youth mental health is more important than ever.

Understanding student wellness and engagement is vital to a happy student and a great school. That's why we've partnered with Challenge Success, a non-profit affiliated with the Stanford Graduate School of Education, to provide a data-driven analysis of your school's culture, student wellness, and engagement.

Our partnership and work with the team at Challenge Success has transformed how Reach thinks about Student Wellness and Healthy Schools. Everything from data collection to analysis gives our partner schools the information and resources needed to create an environment for students to grow and thrive

Articles Library

How teachers can set the stage for belonging and agency to start the year
The first weeks of school set the tone for everything that follows. They’re about expectations and routines — but also about something deeper: giving students a true sense of belonging and agency. In this article, Challenge Success, shares a practical three-step blueprint for teachers to foster agency from day one — helping students feel heard, supported, and empowered in their learning. It’s a reminder that when students are given the space to ask, share, and explore, they don’t just learn more — they thrive.
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The Sleep Crisis Among Students: A Wake-Up Call for Well-Being and Academic Performance
The 2024 Student Voice Report by Challenge Success shows high school students get only 6.6 hours of sleep per night. This sleep deficit impacts their stress, well-being, and performance. Schools must promote healthier sleep habits and rethink schedules.
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