National Guard Youth Challenge The Mississippi ChalleNGe Academy (MCA) is part of the National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program. We serve male & female at-risk youth, 16-19 years of age. The MCA has graduated 28 classes to total 5,423 cadets to date.
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From an email received 8 April 2005

Hi,

I just wanted to let all of you know that I think this is one of the best programs for youth I have ever seen.  My son graduated from there in 2000.  When the school counselor recommended the program I wasn't sure it was the right thing for Chad but it really helped him to grow up and become a responsible adult.  Chad had lost several of his friends in car accidents at the time and was an emotional wreck but the staff helped him to overcome these issues.  Chad is married with 2 little boys and has a job that he really enjoys doing.  Had it not been for this program Chad may not have been here nor would he be a productive adult.  I don't want to take any more of your time I just wanted to say thank you for the wonderful job ya'll are doing.  Keep up the good work.

Thanks again

Chad Cole's mother

Teresa Cole

Chad said to tell you Semper FI