The Challenger Learning Center of the Rio Grande Valley is a a non-profit 501 (c) (3) organization located in San Benito, TX. Our center receives no federal or state funding. We rely on donations, the generosity of community partnerships, and fee income to provide our services. It is our hope, that in the future, we will one day be able to provide all of our services free to the community.
We work with thousands of students, teachers, and community members throughout the Rio Grande Valley each year.
We provide learning experiences in the areas of Earth and Space Sciences, Force and Motion, Aeronautics, and much more.
Throughout our history, Challenger Center has developed a kaleidoscope of education innovations that serve as a launch pad to learning. Our network of Challenger Learning Centers, diverse classroom programming, and community outreach programs, excite students' natural curiosities and encourage them to learn.
Our Mission
Innovative teacher training workshops give instructors a deeper understanding of how to teach the subjects of science and mathematics, as well as confidence that the programs they are using are content-rich and consistent with current scientific understanding. All Challenger Center programs are developed by staff educators and space scientists to ensure accuracy in content and methods of instruction.
Our Strategy
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Make a Donation
To make a donation simply mail a check, money order, or cashiers check to the following address:
Challenger Learning Center or the Rio Grande Valley
600 N. Austin
San Benito, TX 78586
or call us at:
956-361-5551
