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 …
On June 7th, 2019 Tarheel Challenge Academy-Salemburg held Class 52 graduation at the Civic Center in Clinton, North Carolina. The Academy challenges at-risk teens to achieve their goals and become productive citizens in their communities. They are now going back to their communities with self-confidence and discipline. Good luck Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy, Class 52!
Cadets at TCA New London observed Memorial Day participating in a service-to-community project assisting Stanly County DAV Chapter 12 in placing US flags on the graves of deceased service members at Fairview Cemetery and Stanly Gardens of Memory. The youth challenge program requires cadets to complete 8 core components in order to graduate. One of …
On Monday, May 20, Royer Studios held the premier for the Class 52 “Animate My Action Plan” videos. During the prior weekend, each team spent 6 hours creating their own short animated films about the goals they are striving to achieve after graduation, the obstacles they face and what they can change about their previous …
On Saturday, May 11th, Class 52 candidates participated in the class drill and ceremony exhibition. The drill and ceremony competition is a special day in the session because candidates not only advance to cadet status, they also have their first visit with their family after entering the program. Cadets start preparing for the drill and …
Congratulations on 25 years of Excellence Service On March 28, 2019, Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy celebrated a significant anniversary for service to North Carolina and their employees. Clearly, reaching this milestone was a very special occasion for all of us. It is also a very special occasion for our North Carolina youth since it is a …
On March 22, 2019, Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy traveled to Raleigh to visit the State Capitol. They toured the North Carolina Museum of Natural Science, Legislative Building, State Capitol and North Carolina Museum of History. The Cadets enjoyed a fun-filled day of learning the History of North Carolina. They even had the opportunity to milk cows!
During the second week of acclimation for a new class, candidates visit Camp Butner, the training center for the North Carolina National Guard. Candidates participate in team building exercises, confidence boosting skills, etc. through participation in maneuvering through various obstacle courses, climbs, rope skills and road marches led by active NC National Guard members and …
Class 52 Cap & Gown Pictures Cap & Gown Pictures will be taken of your cadet and will be available for purchase for $40.00. The photo packet will consist of : 1 – 8 x 10, 2 – 5 x 7, 16 – wallets, 1 –Team Picture, & 1 – Academy Picture. Additional sheets may …
On February 1st, 2019, TCA New London logistics manager, SMS (Ret) Melvin Barnes, USAF, was honored by Bank of America and the Charlotte Hornets as the third Yellow Ribbon recipient for 2018-2019 season. In partnership with Bank of America, the Hornets honor military service members and veterans for their unwavering service to our country and …
