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TCL Salemburg Fish Fry

“Our fish fry is a cherished tradition that brings people together for delicious food and a shared purpose. Beyond serving up crispy, golden fish and hearty sides, this event is a community-driven effort to support local charities and causes. Proceeds from the fish fry help fund initiatives like food pantries, youth programs, and services for …

TCA-Salemburg Class 65 Color Guard Team.

The TCA-Salemburg Color Guard did an outstanding job presenting the colors.  

TCA Salemburg Raleigh Capitol Tour

Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy traveled to Raleigh to visit the State Capitol. They toured the Legislative Building, the State Capitol, and the North Carolina Museum of History. The Cadets enjoyed a fun-filled day of learning the History of North Carolina.    

Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy – Salemburg, Class 65 Military Day

TCA-Salemburg Cadets Explore Military Career Paths   Cadets at Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy–Salemburg recently had the unique opportunity to engage with recruiters from multiple branches of the United States Armed Forces. This informative visit allowed cadets to ask in-depth questions, gain insight into the different career paths offered by each branch, and compare enlistment options, benefits, …

Class 64 Graduation 9-12-2025

Congratulation from all of us here at TCA, we are proud of all the hard work you have put in to reach this life Goal.   All Class photos have been uploaded to the flickr.com site.   TCA New London’s albums | Flickr Best Regards, TCA

Class 63 Pictures

Hello Class 63, We here at TCA are hoping that all of you are doing well and enjoying life to the fullest. All of the Pictures have been uploaded to Flickr and videos are being put on YouTube. Please follow the media links for TCA New London at the Flickr site click on the Albums …

Accepting Applications for Class 65 in New London NC.

Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy is currently accepting applications for the next session which will begin on October 11,2025 at the New London campus. If you know someone who would benefit from our program, he/she can complete the online application in order to be considered for the class. If you have any questions or would like to …

Salemburg Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy Family Day – Class 65

Family Day is a highly anticipated event for Cadets and their families. The day begins with a spirited Drill and Ceremony Competition, where teams proudly showcase their newly acquired skills. Following the competition, Cadets are granted the opportunity to leave campus, gather essential supplies, and enjoy a well-earned meal at a local restaurant with their …

Salemburg Tarheel ChalleNGe Candidates Transition to Cadet Status

  Over the past four weeks, candidates at Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy (TCA) have worked tirelessly to overcome obstacles and hardships during the program’s rigorous Acclimation Phase. Adjusting to 5:30 a.m. wake-ups, enduring frequent and often grueling physical training, and pushing through sore muscles was no easy feat. For many, the challenge once seemed impossible. On Friday, …

TCA Salemburg CPR Training

TCA-Salemburg Cadets complete a 4-hour training certification in First Aid, CPR, and Automated External Defibrillators. (AED)