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.
Generally, in processing day is a day of reckoning for many candidates. For most, this will be the very first time they spend an extended period of time away from family and all of the comforts of home. Being thrust into a communal environment with the others on their team, all males get their hair …
TCA-S Class 59 recently visited the State Capitol. On this tour, cadets visited the Legislative Building, the State Capitol, and the North Carolina Museum of History. The Cadets enjoyed a fun-filled day of observing the North Carolina center of government and learning the History of North Carolina.
TCA-S cadets showcased their skills in the performing arts. Several Cadets performed rap or musical renditions of their favorite artists.
