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LINCOLN'S CHALLENGE ACADEMY | LINCOLN'S CHALLENGE ACADEMY - ILLINOIS NATIONAL GUARD

212 West Borman Drive, Rantoul, IL 61866

Eligibility

Open to those who meet the following admission criteria: - At risk of not graduating, or secondary school dropout - At least age 16 by completion of the residential phase and no older than 18 on the first day of acclimation - Free from illegal use of drugs or substances, alcohol, and tobacco products during the program - Not under indictment or ever convicted of a felony; Not on parole or probation for other than juvenile status offenses or misdemeanors - Physically and mentally capable of fully participating in the enrolled program with reasonable accommodation for physical and other disabilities - Citizen or lawful permanent resident of the United States, and a resident of Illinois

Required documents

Applicant must provide: - Social Security Card - State ID or IL Driver's License - Immunization records - Birth Certificate - Completed Mentor Application - Health Insurance Coverage - High School Transcript - If resident alien, copy of visa

Hours

Call or visit website for registration dates
https://www.lincolnschallenge.org/#

Languages

English

Application process

Call or visit website for information

Fees

No cost to attend the academy; Uniforms, meals, and linens are provided; Cadets only have to bring personal hygiene items and a pair of running shoes

Service area

Illinois

Description

Offers a 17-month life skills program for at-risk adolescents.

- Residential Phase (first 5 months/22 weeks): On campus in Rantoul. Rigorous mental/physical activities, very limited personal time. Includes at least 40 hours of community service activities.

- Post-Resident Phase (last 12 months): Graduates return to their community and work towards completion of their Individual Life Plan, which may include continuing education, volunteering, or seeking employment.

Education includes:

- Credit Recovery.

- GED Class.

- CPR Training.

- Computer Class.

- Food Handler certification.

- Nutrition Class.

Providing organization

LINCOLN'S CHALLENGE ACADEMY - ILLINOIS NATIONAL GUARD

Offers a 17-month life skills program for at-risk adolescents.