TCA-S Cadets participated in and enjoyed a wide range of talents on display by their fellow cadets. Several Cadets from one team gave a well-received performance of a popular rap song that brought cheers from those in attendance. One Cadet displayed some extremely detailed sketches, another performed an individual dance routine which required extensive training …
Cadets engaged in rappelling exercises on the rappelling/zip-lining tower located on the 1000 acre reservation after learning Boy Scouts of America safety procedures and rules from certified BSA staff. Each cadet was given the choice to rappel from the 57′ platform on a walled side or an open side. The exercise helps cadets build confidence …
Select cadets from the Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy-Salemburg Class-60, recently participated in the “Youth Learning Through Serving” North Carolina House Page program. The Page program allows those young men and women who participate, to be actively engaged in, and directly observe, the legislative process for the state of North Carolina. These cadets spend four days contributing …
TCA-Salemburg Cadets participated in a 5k Fun/Color Run hosted by the local Lakewood High School. The route consisted of two laps around the perimeter of the school. The “color” added to the race title could refer to the use of colored powder or paint, which is often used in fun runs and races to create …
TCA-Salemburg cadets were visited by recruiters from multiple branches of the armed forces. This allowed cadets the opportunity to ask questions and compare the different options that exist between branches and to explore the possibility of embarking on a career in the military.
Class 60 held a blood drive for the American Red Cross. Donors must be at least 16 years old to donate. All eligible cadets are encouraged to participate with credit being earned towards their Service to the Community Component.
Family Day was a big day for our cadets and their families. It was the first time they have seen each other since In-processing. Their only means of communication has been by US mail. You can only imagine the excitement on their faces as they embraced each other for the first time in four weeks.
Cadets completed four hours of training on Basic First Aid, CPR, and how to use an AED.
Class 60 Candidates visited the North Carolina National Guard training facility at Camp Butner during Week 2 of the residential phase of the program. As part of the twenty-two (22) week residential program at Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy, candidates spent multiple days at the facility where National Guard members worked with our candidates to improve their …
Immediately after being cleared for physical activity, candidates were introduced to team-building exercises. The focus of these activities is to instill trust and confidence among the team members. Candidates had negotiate tough physical challenges that relied on their own grit and determination.