National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Project

Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy

West Virginia

The mission of the West Virginia Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy is to train and mentor selected at-risk youth to become contributing members of society using the 8 Core Components in a quasi-military environment during a 22-week residential and one year follow-up Post-Residential program.

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Public High School Not For Your Teen? Try MCA!

PRESTON COUNTY -- Do you know a young West Virginian who might benefit from a unique way to finish their basic education? Then look no further than the Mountaineer Challenge Academy. The Mountaineer ChalleNGe Academy offers a unique alternative to finish basic education.  read more...