DC National Guard ChalleNGe Program

The purpose of the District of Columbia National Guard ChalleNGe Program is to educate, train and motivate at-risk youth, ages 16-18. The ChalleNGe uses a quasi-military model and emphasizes academics, physical training and discipline. The program provides cadets from the opportunity to develop the strength of character and life skills necessary to become successful, responsible citizens.

Core components of the program are:

·         Responsible Citizenship

·         Academic Excellence

·         Life-Coping Skills

·         Service to Community

·         Health and Hygiene

·         Job Skills Training

·         Leadership/Followership

·         Physical Fitness

The ChalleNGe Program is a 22 week residential camp administered by the District of Columbia National Guard for at-risk youth, that is followed by a year-long mentoring relationship with a specially trained mentor from the youth's community.

The program is FREE to any struggling youth in the District that is looking for a way to change his/her life. For more information, visit http://www.ngycp.org/state/dc/ or call the ChalleNGe at 202-685-8899.

Free Legal Program: Just the Beginning Institute

What: The JTBF Summer Legal Institute is an exciting five-day program designed to introduce high school students to the legal system, expose them to careers in the law, and provide them with

practical tools for achieving their educational goals. Students work with judges, lawyers and law

students on legal reasoning, case analysis, writing, negotiation and oral argument exercises. In

addition, students and their parents/guardians/mentors receive college preparatory advice on

topics such as preparing for standardized tests, completing applications and securing financial

aid.

When: June 17-21

How much: Free!

Who can apply: 9th-11th graders

When is the application due: May 13th, but  the program has rolling admissions, so apply early! Here is the application: http://www.jtbf.org/clientuploads/2013%20SLI%20Applications/2013%20Summer%20Legal%20Institute%20DC%20Application.pdf

Questions? Stop by the Programs Office in Room 210. 

Crump Law Camp

Are you interested in the Law? Want to be a lawyer? Or do you want to spend the a week on a college campus? Check out the National Bar Review's Crump Law Camp held at Howard University from July 7-20th.

Law Camp participants must be at least 14 years of age by the first day of the Law Camp and must not be more than 17 years of age. Participants must be entering the 9th through 11th grades. In addition to a completed application, applicants must submit a one page hand-written (not typed) letter explaining why they would like to participate in the Law Camp; one letter of recommendation from a teacher, counselor, minister, or any individual who can attest to the character of the applicant; and a copy of the applicant’s last Report Card or Progress Report.

Tuition and Fees
Tuition for the Law Camp varies depending upon family income and the number of exemptions as defined by IRS regulations.

Application Deadline - March 15, 2013

Want to apply? Check out the application https://nbaprogramming.wufoo.com/forms/2013-nba-crump-law-camp-application/