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Trust the Process! ChalleNGe New Jersey Youth ChalleNGe
Academy
Frequently Asked Questions Is there a cost to the parent or legal guardian? No enrollment fees — Parents are not required to pay tuition or other costs associated with the program. Some clothing and other necessary items will need to be purchased by parent or legal guardian.
What is mentoring? Success is a team effort. A caring, responsible adult, will help guide, motivate, and support a cadet during the residential and post-residential phases.
How do I apply? 1. Visit: https://njyca.org/2. Click “Apply Now” and select the “Online Pre-
application”3. Follow instructions to submit application.
Leadership Academy @ Joint Base MDL
Majority of graduates earned a high school diploma in just 22 weeks! Our data shows pass rates beyond other adult education programs.
To receive an application or become a mentor please call or email us at:
(609) [email protected]
Visit us on online Website: njyca.org
IG: njyouthchallengeacademy FB: @NJChallenge
Twitter: @ChallengeNJ YouTube: NJ Youth Challenge Academy
NJ Youth ChalleNGe Academy 5910 West 16th Street
JBMDL, NJ 08640 (609) 556-6080
Acclimation Period ▪ Initial two-week phase. Most challenging!▪ Identify students with desire/discipline to graduate.▪ Candidates have an opportunity to adjust to the
physical, mental, and social discipline of the program.▪ Teamwork, drill, leadership, followership, physical
fitness training, code of conduct.▪ Over 80% of the cadets will successfully complete
the program.
What we offer A transformative experience that develops
leadership skills within a military environment Structured and intense learning experiences Opportunity to develop/expand social skills Learn self discipline & teamwork Discover your strengths Remove poor habits that impede success Enhance life and academic skills Increase employment potential
NJYCA has FREE TUITION. There are two classes each year that offer
youth the OPPORTUNITY to obtain their New Jersey High School Diploma!
HOW IT WORKS
Residential Phase ▪ 20 weeks
▪ Daily activities and service to the community.▪ Builds on life skills, job skills and self-concept.▪ Academic program prepares cadets for GED exams or
a return to their home high schools.▪ Mentors to support social/emotional well-being.▪ Skills taught to excel in community life upon return.▪ Field trips in support of experiential learning model.▪ Tech use to support academic/career exploration
Post-Residential Phase ▪12-monthsCadets continue to uphold commitment to the Academy.
▪ Graduates work closely with their mentors toensure continued success.▪ Academy partnerships with trade schools,colleges & corporations to support graduates’ goals.▪ Team effort to provide graduates with continuedsupports to succeed in self- management.▪ Case mgmt. support.▪ Armed Forces opportuni-ties in all military branches.
QUALIFICATIONS
1. Citizen or legal resident of U.S.A.2. Male or Female ages 16-18 years3. Free of pending legal proceedings4. Must have Health Insurance5. Officially dis-enrolled in home High School
prior to class start date6. Unemployed or Underemployed7. Voluntary desire to attend and succeed
NJYCA is FREE to Attend
Eight Core Components
1. Leadership/Followership2. Responsible Citizenship3. Service to Community4. Life-Coping Skills5. Physical Fitness6. Health and Hygiene7. Job Skills8. Academic Excellence
MISSION The mission of the New Jersey Youth ChalleNGe
Academy is to provide a highly-disciplined environment fostering academics, leadership
development, physical training, and personal growth to educate and train unemployed youth
who have left their home high school.
