National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Project

Hawaii Youth ChalleNGe Academy

Hawaii

To Provide Opportunities for 16-19 At-Risk/Non-Traditional Youth to be Equipped with Life Skills to be Responsible, Productive, and Successful Citizens, while working towards their high school diplomas.

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Application Process


Step 1 - Download and Submit a Completed
Application Form
            Hawaii National Guard
            Youth ChalleNGe Academy
            Attn: Admission
            PO Box 75348
            Kapolei, HI 96707-0348

Step 2 - Attend a Formal Orientation (90 Minutes) Map to CHalleNGe

An Admission Counselor will contact you to schedule.  Both the Applicant and Parents/Guardians must attend.

Uniform:  Interview Attire: Dress Shirt/Slack/Shoes

Step 3 - Attend and take a Scholastic Assessment Test [90 Minutes]
Applicant must sign up to take the Scholastic Assessment Test at the Academy.  Dates will be made available at the Formal Presentation. Uniform: Interview Attire: Dress Shirt/Slacks/Shoes.

Step 4 - Attend a 3 Hour "Endurance Physical Fitness Test"
Applicants will undergo a simulation training into the life of a Cadet at the Academy.  Applicants will arrive 15 Minutes prior.  Uniform:  Sports White T-Shirt, Sports Black Shorts, Running Shoes.

Step 5 - Mentor Selection
A person of Positive Influence on the Applicant is to be explored and selected by the Applicant and Parents/Guardians.  A
Mentor Packet must be completed by the prospect Mentor and submitted to the Academy. 

Step 6 - Selection Board
When all Mandatory Documents are submitted, the Selection Board will review and make recommendations.  Selected Applicants will be sent an Invitation to Attend the Academy.  Applicants, together with Parents/Guardians, will make a Family decision together regarding attending the Academy.  When a decision is reached, the Applicant, together with the Parent/Guardian, will inform the Academy of their decision.

If you have any questions regarding the Application Packet or the YouthChalleNGeAcademy, please contact the following: admissions@hingyca.org