Cadets participated in a week-long course designed to introduce them to the world of animation. They worked in small groups to produce an animated skit about their journey prior to TCA and the path they will take after they graduate. AMAP provides a creative and fun way for cadets to reflect on their past while …
Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy Salemburg candidates, traveled to Camp Butner this week for a part of their acclimation phase training. The Acclimation phase takes place during the first two weeks of the program and tends to be the toughest part of the program to many. Mostly because of the new daily regimen filled with military-themed structure, …
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TCA Salemburg Class 53 Justice Academy-Team Building Coming together is a beginning. Keeping together is progress. Working together is a success. Henry Ford The cadets thought the first day was rough; however, the Justice Academy awaits! The cadets started off with a trust fall. Then they jumped through windows and repelled down walls as they …
Over the past four weeks, TCA candidates have worked very hard to overcome obstacles and hardship during the tough “Acclimation Phase” portion of the program. Accepting the 5:30 am wake ups and the frequent and often grueling “PT”, not to mention sore muscles, was not easy. For many, it seemed impossible. The candidates participated in …
Before they became cadets, they are surrounded by the smiling arms of their families, large and small. Then the cadets step into our Tarheel Challenge family, where their uniform for today is gray and comfortable. Their steps continue through the processing as their hair is cut, equipment is distributed, and they say goodbye to their …
Class 53 Calendar of Events and Special Notes (As of 01 July 2019) 06 July 2019 In-Processing Day. Report to Salemburg, NC for “Acclimation Phase Training.” 07-21 July 2019 “Acclimation Phase Training” at TCA/Camp Butner, NC 03 August 2019 Family Day Visit #1 begins at 10:00 AM (Drill & Ceremony Competition) Parents may sign out their …
Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy’s Class Walkathon was conducted to raise funds for the cadets and for scholarships. The walkathon was led by State Director Colonel Timmons and Director McNeill. Walkathon is a fun activity for the Cadets, Mentors and Staff. LEADING THE WAY! Team 3 Rangers Tarheel Challenge Academy Class 52 Team 1 Air Angles Team 2 …
