School Address: 5629 St Rd 16W Bldg 3800 Starke FL 32091
School District: Clay
County: Clay County
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The Florida Youth Challenge Academy is a residential program designed for at-risk teenagers, aiming to improve their life skills, education, and employability. Located in Starke, Florida, the academy is part of a national initiative sponsored by the National Guard to intervene in the lives of young people who have dropped out of school or are facing significant challenges. The program is structured around a quasi-military environment, providing discipline and structure. It typically lasts for about 17 months, which includes a 5.5-month residential phase where participants undergo academic instruction, physical fitness training, and personal development activities. This is followed by a 12-month post-residential phase, where mentors support graduates in applying the skills learned. The program focuses on areas like leadership, teamwork, community service, and healthy living, aiming to help youths earn their high school diplomas or GEDs and prepare for future careers or further education.