NJ Youth ChalleNGe Program

NJ Youth ChalleNGe Program: Do you know of someone who needs a second chance or would like to help provide one, then the New Jersey National Guard ChalleNGe Youth Program is for you. The Challenge Program has a five-month residential program with a 12 month follow-up post-residential program for 16-18 year olds who no longer attend any secondary school. The aim of the program is to develop educated, well-rounded and productive citizens of the State of New Jersey. The next NJ Youth ChalleNGe Program Class starts on September 11, 2005. For details and an application go to: http://www.state.nj.us/military/challenge/index.html or call 1-800-997-5587.
- The cadet must be a citizen or legal resident of the United States and New Jersey.
- The cadet must be between 16-18 years of age.
- The cadet must be free from legal involvements; including probation, parole or any pending court matters.
- The cadet must be drug and alcohol free.
- The cadet must be a volunteer.
- The cadet must be officially withdrawn from High School.