RESPONSIBLE CITIZENSHIP

Understand the civic responsibilities and roles of being
​a productive citizen within the community.

The Arkansas Youth Challenge is - A Choice… A Challenge… A Change - A place where young people (male and female) can better prepare for their future. We instill self-discipline, motivation, honor, respect, anger management and a multitude of other character traits. You can also earn your Arkansas High School Diploma (GED) and scholarships to attend colleges and trade schools. The choice is yours. Choose wisely.

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HEALTH & HYGIENE​

Understand nutrition basics, substance abuse awareness,
​and personal hygiene necessities.

Service to Community

Give back to the community by performing a minimum of
40 hours of service to community.

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ACADEMIC EXCELLENCE​

Increase grade levels, possibly attain a GED and pursue
​higher education.

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OUR MISSION

The mission of the Arkansas National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program is to intervene in and reclaim the lives of 16-18 year-old youths in the state of Arkansas, producing program graduates with the values, life skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as productive citizens.

THE PROGRAM 8 CORE COMPONENTS

PHYSICAL FITNESS

Improve personal fitness through daily exercise, activities
and sports participation.

LEADERSHIP/FOLLOWERSHIP​

Learn positive leadership/followership responsibilities and positive roles within social groups.

LIFE COPING SKILLS​

Learn personal financial management, teamwork skills, anger management, and drug/alcohol avoidance strategies.

JOB SKILLS​

Learn basic employment skills, resume writing, job
​interview techniques and career exploration.

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