The "National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program" is a residential education and training program designed for youth ages 16 to 18 who have dropped out of or been expelled from high school. During the 22-week residential period, participants are offered GED preparation classes and other program services intended to promote positive youth…

The study examined whether participating in the "National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program", a quasi-military residential/mentoring program for dropouts, improved the educational and other outcomes of at-risk youth. The study analyzed data on about 1,000 16- to 18-year-old high school dropouts enrolled in 10 ChalleNGe programs throughout…

This pamphlet is designed to provide information concerning high school completion programs available to spouses of Army service members. Opportunities and eligibility requirements are defined for those who desire to earn a high school diploma through the Adult Public School Diploma Program, a state equivalency certificate through the General…