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Michigan Youth Challenge Academy
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy
Dream. Believe. Achieve.
The Michigan Youth ChalleNGe Academy educates, trains, and mentors at-risk youth in a quasi-military environment at no cost to participants, giving young people the skills to become productive and responsible citizens. Applying the military model to alternative education, the Academy promotes competency development through academic opportunities, life skills, and vocational preparation.
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Remote Orientations Scheduled for Cycle 47
Michigan Youth Challenge Academy is taking reservations to participate in remote orientations for youth and parents interested in attending Cycle 47 to begin mid-July, 2022. Orientation is a mandatory first step in the application process. To register for orientation, please contact:
Western Michigan and Upper Peninsula
Joan Miller - 269-968-1368
Eastern Michigan and Upper Peninsula
Frank Vasquez - 269-968-1397