Meeting to be held on IDYCA

September 25, 2013

Representatives from the Idaho Youth ChalleNGe Academy will host an information session at 5 p.m. Friday, October 4, at the Bonners Ferry Armory, located at 6566 Main Street.

The information sessions are designed to inform prospective students, parents, and educators about the opportunities available at The Idaho Youth ChalleNGe Academy.

The mission of the Idaho Youth ChalleNGe Academy is to provide a highly disciplined, safe, and professional learning environment that empowers at-risk youth to improve their educational level and employment potential and become responsible and productive citizens of the State of Idaho.

The Idaho Youth ChalleNGe Academy is part of the National Guard Youth Challenge Program. Established under the authority of both federal (1993) and Idaho State law (2011). The IDYCA is a state-run residential and post-residential program (5 1/2 months) and post-residential (12 months) program for 16-18 year olds who have dropped out of high school or are at risk due to credit deficiency or other risk factors.

There are currently 35 Youth Challenge programs operating in 28 states and Puerto Rico. The IDYCA is located in Pierce, Idaho, and welcoming its first resident class on January 18, 2014. The program is free for students residing in the State of Idaho.

Students who graduate from the 22 week residential program typically earn 14 credits toward their high school diploma. The rigorous program focuses on academic excellence, leadership and followership, life coping skills, job skills, service to community, responsible citizenship, physical fitness, and health and hygiene.