The 250 Challenge, sponsored by the Children’s Advisory Commission of Indiana County, Burrell Township Library and State Representative Jim Struzzi is all about growth, choices, and the journey toward independence.

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Students in 2nd–8th grade are invited to take on fun challenges, build new skills, and try new things. You don’t have to complete every activity—choose what interests you and even come up with your own ideas! Each activity is designed to help you discover your strengths and grow your independence. Full directions, as well as activities, can be found when you download the Challenge Booklet below.  

 

Asking for help is part of the journey—staying connected with parents or caregivers helps you stay safe, supported, and strong along the way.

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Your mission: Earn 250 points by completing independent activities by July 31, 2026. Points depend on how bold or new each activity is. Each square in the booklet (or on the activity sheets) is a place for you to share a piece of your story.

 

For each activity you complete, fill in one square on the tracking sheets with:

• Date you completed the activity

• Picture, Drawing, or Description of:

  • What you did

  • How it made you feel

 

Complete the Reflection Worksheet and submit that and your Challenge Packet to one of the participating locations:

• Burrell Township Library, Black Lick

• Lone Oak Farm, Marion Center

• The Paper Garden, Indiana

• Catty Wampus Co., Indiana

 

 

Rewards: Receive a prize for completing the mission and submitting your packet and the reflection worksheet to a location above.  You will also be entered into the Grand Prize drawing on August 4, 2026!

 

Questions can be directed to the Children’s Advisory Commission of Indiana County at 724-463-8200 ext. 8 or cac@indianacountypa.gov 

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The Challenge Booklet has the full instructions and tracking sheets.  You can choose to download a full challenge booklet or just the tracking sheets below: