The mission of the National Guard Youth Challenge Program is to intervene in the life of at-risk youth and produce a program graduate with the values, skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as an adult.
The Hoosier Youth Challenge Program is a 17 1/2 months program that consists of a 5 1/2 months Residential Phase and 12 months Post Residential Phase. During a 5 1/2 months Residential Phase the Cadets work towards obtaining the HiSet (formerly GED) or they may choose to continue pursuing high school credits. Along with their educational choice, they will incorporate the program's 8 Core Components in a quasi-military environment. The components are used to develop personal values, self-discipline, academic success, and healthy lifestyles, as well as, to set goals and create a life plan. Upon graduation from the 5 1/2 months Residential Phase, a 12-months Post Residential Phase begins. During this Post, Residential Phase graduates return to their communities and implement their life plans while being guided, supported, and encouraged by a caring adult Mentor who serves as their role model.
