Commonwealth ChalleNGe hosts Md., N.C. cadets for invitational meet - Nov. 21-24, 2013

The Virginia National Guard Commonwealth ChalleNGe Youth Academy hosted cadets from Maryland and North Carolina at an invitational event Nov. 21-24, 2013 at Camp Pendleton. The cadets competed in events such as drill and ceremony, softball, basketball and soccer. Offered free to at-risk teens ages 16 to 18, Commonwealth ChalleNGe is a 22-week residential program that is structured in a military-style environment to promote academics, attention to detail, time management, and leadership, while promoting self esteem, confidence and pride.