The Discovery ChalleNGe Academy (DCA), located in Lathrop, CA, is a community high school run by the California National Guard in partnership with the San Joaquin County Office of Education. The 5 1/2 month-long residential "military-style" academy is structured to promote an academic environment where cadets will earn 65 high school credits, develop leadership, job skills, and academic skills while improving self-esteem, pride, and confidence.
To qualify for DCA, you must be:
- 16 - 18 years of age and a legal resident of California
- Behind in credits or at risk of not graduating high school
- Committed to completing the 5 1/2-month residential program
- Ready to become drug and alcohol-free, if applicable
Class 9 begins on July 11, 2021. Are you up for the ChalleNGe? If so, apply today at https://iamdiscovery.org!