Butte College Hosts 'Kids Challenge Day' for 500 Students

Students who attend the Butte County Office of Education's After School Programs participated at the 10th Annual "Kids Challenge" held at Butte College on Wednesday, April 5, from 1:45-5:30 pm. at the main campus, 3536 Butte Campus Drive. A total of 23 schools and 500 students throughout Butte County participated.

Students arrived at 1:45 p.m. and received a tour of the campus by tour guides from the college. Following the tour, students entered the gym and received a welcome from Butte County Superintendent Tim Taylor and Butte College President, Dr. Samia Yaqub. There was also a special appearance by the Butte College Roadrunner, "Dash" who had some surprises up his sleeves. At 3:45 p.m., students cheered on one representative from their schools in a competitive academic trivia tournament. This event helps promote the benefits of attending college to students at an early age.