Who Can be a Mentor?

1. Must be the same gender as the potential cadet.
2. Must be at least 21 years old (if not a relative of the cadet).
3. May be an aunt or uncle (depending on the gender of the applicant)- at least 30 years old or older.
4. May not have had a close personal relationship (engaged, lived together for years etc. with one of the potential cadets parents.)

Mentoring involves a one-on-one relationship between a youth and an adult, over a prolonged period of time, providing consistent support and guidance. This responsibility is increasingly important, especially when the youth goes through a difficult and challenging situation or period in life.

The goal of the mentor is to aid the Cadet in attaining, as well as maintaining, the skills and confidence needed to become a resposible adult. This will culminate in the youth`s desire and ability to succeed in education and employment oppurtunities.

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This mentor report is only for mentors who can't go on the actual Cadet Achievement website and fill out a mentor report. Please click the link below for access to the Mentor's report.  Mentor Reporting is currently undergoing improvement to meet the needs of our Mentors.  We are striving to improve our website and thank you for your understanding. Please remember soon the old mentor report will no longer be in use.

Mentor Report Link

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If you are interested in becoming Mentor.  You can apply online using our Mentor Pre-Application page.

Mentor Applications have to downloaded and signed in order to be accepted by Tarheel ChalleNGe

Please click here to download a Mentor Application in a PDF format.

The Tarheel ChalleNGe Academy screens and trains an adult mentor for each cadet. Mentors and cadets are matched during the residental phase. This mentor volunteers to give support to one cadet for at least 12 months following graduation. Mentors provide the support and guidance necessary to keep their graduate on track and focused on the path to success.