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News and Events

Josten’s at TCA New London

A representative from Josten’s will be on campus on Saturday, June 18 to speak with families interested in purchasing a class ring for their cadet. The representative will also do ring sizing during this visit. Parents can have their ring ordering questions answered during this visit as well.

TCA NL Class 58 Drill and Ceremony

On Saturday, May 21. TCA New London’s Class 58 held their Drill and Ceremony competition being judged on regulation moves and their “fancy” drill which is a routine developed by the cadets themselves. Each team did a fantastic job with only 4 weeks to learn marching moves most have never been exposed to as well …

TCA New London Assistant Commandant Recognized

On Wednesday, May 18, 2022, TCA New London Assistant Commandant Desmond Fletcher was recognized by Joe Maus Dodge as one of May, 2022’s Hometown Heroes. The Joe Maus Foundation is committed to improving the lives of the citizens of Mecklenburg, Cabarrus and Stanly Counties by raising funds and donating to local charities as well as …

TCA New London to Host Job Fair

TCA New London will be hosting a job fair on Thursday, May 19 from 11am to 3pm for those interested in applying for our TCA Team. The fair will be held at 215 N. Main Street, New London, NC. Please contact the academy at 704-961-9662 with any questions.

TCA – NL Class 58 Drill and Ceremony/Family Day

This Saturday, May 21, TCA New London will host Class 58 Drill and Ceremony/Family Day Visit with the D&C competition starting promptly at 10am. This event will be held outside on the athletic field weather permitting. Seating is limited and we invite you to bring your outdoor lawn chairs. If you have any questions, please …

TCA NL Class 58 Visits Camp Butner

Each class of the ChalleNGe program gets the opportunity to spend multiple days at the North Carolina National Guard training center for team building and physical endurance exercises. Class 58 from New London recently completed their Camp Butner training days. Candidates work with current NC National Guard members on the obstacle course, orienteering classes, physical …

TCA NL Class 58 Visits Samarcand Training Center

During week 1 of TCA New London’s Class 58, the candidates visited the Samarcand Training Center. While at Samarcand Training Academy, candidates participate in numerous exercises to test their physical fitness, boost their self-confidence, and demonstrate the benefits of teamwork while the new candidates adjust to the quasi-military structure of the ChalleNGe program. For photographic …

Military Day

Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy Class 58 Cadets participated in Military Day on April 11, 2022.  Class 58 Cadets were able to speak directly with recruiters from each branch of the Armed Forces and get questions answered relevant to specific military occupational specialties, career progression, and the numerous benefits that accompany military service. 

TCA Salemburg Blood Drive

TCA-S Class 58 contributed several new pints of blood to the local Red Cross supply in a recent blood drive held on campus. TCA-S Staff and cadets are encouraged to participate!