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    Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy Graduates 45 Cadets

    On Dec. 14, 45 KSCA cadets became graduates after successfully completing a very “challenging” 22-week program. Our graduates were justifiably proud as their families cheered them across the stage. The cadets arrived in July 2024 and through the almost six-months successfully completed all eight Core Components of the program, including – Academic Excellence, Service to Community, Physical Training, Health and Hygiene, Job Skills, Leadership/Followership, Responsible Citizenship, and Life Coping Skills.

    The KSCA is part of the National Guard Youth ChalleNGe program. There are 39 other state programs, which together have graduated over 200,000 Cadets since 1993.

    Supported by federal and state funds, KSCA is tuition-free, with home school districts retaining per pupil subsidy and membership. The KSCA works closely with parents and schools to ensure that each cadet receives what she/he needs to return to their home district on a path to graduation, enlist, be fully employed, or go on to higher education. 

    New classes begin every January and July. Class 25-1 begins Jan. 12, 2025. There is still time to seek enrollment for an eligible candidate. 

    For more information: Live on our website on the home page (under “Start the Application Process”). It can also be accessed at this link or on our LinkTree page.