Fort Gordon Youth ChalleNGe Academy

Category: Non-profit organization in Augusta, Georgia

Address: 40th St, Augusta, GA 30905, USA

Phone: +17068238000

Reviews

Shonen Pumped

Sep 12, 2022

I graduated top of my class in 2011 and it was one of the most amazing experiences of my entire life. I wouldn't be the man I am today without this place forging me with discipline and pride.

Dustin Beavers

Jul 22, 2022

Was a cadet in 2009 was just great place there firm and tell it to you straight they help you get your life together and really prepare you for the real world we had wonderful teachers and instructors

P R

Jun 28, 2022

My grandson graduated, learned some valuable lessons and this changed his life for the better. He also joined the Army and is doing well. Helped him change his life for the positive. If, you have a child that is going down the wrong path, this is a great program to help turn that around.

Courtney Reynolds

May 18, 2022

This place is very unorganized and the leaders are very unprofessional. They don't care for the well-being of the children. They are not notifying parents or the military Police of the violent incidents going on. They are falsifying reports to try to cover themselves. The director wasn't aware that the kids are making shanks as she so stated. It clearly states on the incident report "Level I- Offense of a serious nature may lead to possible expulsion from the Academy, and referral to the Discipline Board." Well the report states they found a shank on one of the cadets and the cadet was still there!!! The kids are not eating properly, they pushing their trays to the side refusing to eat. The buildings are in very poor condition. Let's not mention they are understaffed, this program couldn't possibly be ran correctly with the amount of staff I counted and the number of cadets there. They are not ensuring the kids seek medical attention when requested. I have written statements, videos, pictures, and text messages to prove everything I know. FROM MY EXPERIENCE ON YESTERDAY IF YOU CURRENTLY HAVE A CHILD THERE GO GET YOUR CHILD!!!

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Questions & Answers

How old do u have to be to go to the youth challenge

Von D | Oct 15, 2018
Enith Johnson | Oct 15, 2018

16 n it's a great place for kids it really helps

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My son is 13 years old ,what’s the cost per year until Graduation?

Darryl Lewis | Oct 15, 2019
Joy Taft | Oct 15, 2019

He has to be 16 at least. The only cost is your time, gas, and a list of supplies they will need to carry with them when they go. I roughly spent nearly $800 getting my son there and the required supplies. The school is no charge. Only things you wish to purchase that they may offer.

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If you pull your child from the program can you put them back in when you realized you made a mistake

Rachael Carney | Oct 15, 2018
Rachel Mindy | Oct 15, 2018

Hey Rachael, love your name! Wow, that's a good question I would assume so if you didn't 🔥 burn any bridges with the program. Do you have a good relationship with anyone at YCA that you can reach out too?

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How can you get excepted

MsFinis | Jul 16, 2022
Fort Gordon Youth ChalleNGe Academy | Jul 16, 2022

You can call 706.823.8000 and they will provide you with the information you need.

I have a16 year old. He doesn't like public school he's bit a disciplinary problem, no problems worth being disrespectful, etc. Just doesn't like his school. He's been homeschooled for the past 2 years. Could he attend here?

Daphne Tanks | May 17, 2022
Fort Gordon Youth ChalleNGe Academy | May 17, 2022

I would recommending calling 706.823.8000 they can direct you to the correct staff member that can assist you with any questions or concerns. I hope that helps.

What are the Hair cut requirements.

Martha Henry | Apr 17, 2022
Fort Gordon Youth ChalleNGe Academy | Apr 17, 2022

The cadets must keep a low haircut. They will receive haircuts by Cadre while in the program.

My son is 16 and I have tried all I could to keep him on the right path. He is very disrespectful, dishonest, got alot of anger in him, and attitude sucks. He has 3 younger siblings that look up to him. I need help asap. What do I need to do?

Tissann Harris | Oct 14, 2021
Enrae Johnson Sr. | Oct 14, 2021

You can send him to Youth Challenge Academy, no cost to you

Hello my child is 13 and very disrespectful I need help is there any place for a 13

Bre Maddox | Oct 14, 2021
Fort Gordon Youth ChalleNGe Academy | Oct 14, 2021

Not sure about 13 year olds. YCA takes 16-18 year olds.

Is this program free

Antwione Hall | Oct 14, 2021
Fort Gordon Youth ChalleNGe Academy | Oct 14, 2021

Yes it is. You will need to fill out an application. The cadets must be accepted into the program. Call 706.823.8000 for more information.

Do students have to be military dependents?

Rita McDonald | Oct 14, 2020
Ramon Coriano | Oct 14, 2020

No

How can I get the 2012 summer class year book

Anthony Bell | Oct 14, 2020
Michele Roy | Oct 14, 2020

You can call the main office when they come back from break on 3/16/20 at 706-823-8000 and ask.

What's the age group

Diane Watkins | Oct 15, 2019
Diane Watkins | Oct 15, 2019

Is there any way I can speak to someone about my 13 year old daughter.

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I have a 17 yr old that I sent to live with his sis in FLA.,he is staying out past curfew, disrespectful and not listening to myself or his sister. I need to know is there aprogram that's not voluntary for him to participate

Devon Jackson | Oct 15, 2019
Aleshia White | Oct 15, 2019

They will take them even if they dont want to go t

I attended this place back in 2007 and it was the worst, week one there was a riot and the MPs got involved throwing tear gas everywhere. A stabbing happened multiple kids were bullied

George Dixon | Oct 15, 2019
Michele Roy | Oct 15, 2019

I'm sorry to hear that. I don't know about 2007, but I do know that a lot of things have changed and it is really fantastic now. It is a truly wonderful program and has helped many young people.

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If I Was to Put MySelf In There Around How Long Would I Have To Stay?? Is It During School Time Or Summer Time??

Desmond Hayes | Oct 15, 2019
John Dillinger | Oct 15, 2019

5 1/2 months .....I was in class 12-01

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Do they have a program for 12 and 13 year olds with behavioral problems

Elizabeth M McDaniel | Oct 15, 2018
Nic Burnett | Oct 15, 2018

Check into the beyond scared straight program

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Do anyone know of a program for a 13 yr old since this requires age 16 plus .... Im having issues with my son and I'm tryn to solve it now b4 its to late

A Google User | Oct 15, 2018
lakeia griffin | Oct 15, 2018

Try boys and girls club they may have something

When is the application deadline

Thad Dixon | Oct 15, 2018
lakeia griffin | Oct 15, 2018

The new class starts March 18th and the second orientation is saturday at Alexander hall on ft gordon

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Do you have to have a certain amount of credits?

Quanplays 4you | Oct 15, 2018
Enith Johnson | Oct 15, 2018

No sweetheart they will help u build your credits my daughter finish school at the age of 16 with the most credits

Do we have to cut our hair cause

Destiny& Tay | Oct 15, 2018
Shaleek Chisholm | Oct 15, 2018

Yes, everyone has to cut their hair.

Can u have phones

Alexis Russell | Oct 15, 2018
Enith Johnson | Oct 15, 2018

No cadets aren't allowed to have phones

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I have a 16 almost 17 year old son and he is going in the wrong path. He is fighting me stealing and no respect.How good is this place. The only think is i want him to finish high school can they do it here?

Brandi “Lil P” Withrow | Oct 15, 2018
Gilberto Rivera | Oct 15, 2018

Ditto to previous comment. however the success of your child will also be dependent on your child's commitment an willingness to the completion of the program. And

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Are the girls and boys separated at this school or are they able to communicate?

Samantha | Oct 15, 2018
Gilberto Rivera | Oct 15, 2018

female and male cadets are housed separately, are closely monitored and only allowed to interact during Academy activities. 24/7

Any options for 12 year old headed in wrong direction ?

Tommy Stanford | Oct 15, 2017
Rachel Mindy | Oct 15, 2017

Hey Tonmy! I believe they have to be 16 to join the program. What area are you in?

How do i apply

Dejuante Hoosier | Oct 15, 2017
renee woody | Oct 15, 2017

Go to their website Youth Challenge Academy depending where you are you can choose Fort Gordon Or Fort Stewart. There is an age limit I believe between 16 1/2 to 18 years old.

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