We BELIEVE in second chances
The Puerto Rico Youth ChalleNGe Academy is an educational alternative that is sponsored by the National Guard located in Fort Allen, Juana Diaz. The Program’s mission is to intervene in the life of at- risk youth who are high school dropouts and produce graduates with the values, skills, education and self-discipline necessary to succeed as adults and become productive law abiding citizens.
ChalleNGe, is co-educational and consists of four phases: the Recruiting phase, the two week adjustment phase known as Acclimation Phase, the third phase consists of 20 weeks for Cadets to make basic lifestyle changes and focus on eight core components known as Residential Phase and the forth phase consists of 12 months where the Cadet and mentor link up to follow through with the cadets life plans known as the Post-Residential Phase.
REQUIREMENTS
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Be between 16-18 years old
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Ninth grade approved
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Voluntary Admission and be a High School Dropout or Possible Dropout
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Be a U.S. citizen or lawful permanent residents (green card holders).
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Not be under indictment or have been convicted of a felony (or a crime that would be considered a felony if committed by an adult), and not be on parole or probation.
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Agree to stay free from illegal drugs or substances, alcohol, and tobacco during the program.
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Be willing and able to participate in a structured and challenging work and living environment, with reasonable accommodations if needed.
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Be able to communicate well enough to participate safely.
