Wisconsin Challenge Academy

The Wisconsin Challenge Academy is a private academy located in Sparta, Wisconsin. Employing 15 individuals, the academy focuses on providing alternative education programs. The Wisconsin Challenge Academy serves at-risk youth from across Wisconsin, offering a military-model program designed to instill values, skills, and discipline. Their 17 1/2-month program consists of a 22-week residential phase followed by a 12-month post-residential phase. During the residential phase, students, known as Cadets, participate in structured activities focused on developing social, emotional, academic, and life skills. A unique aspect of the academy is its reliance on volunteer mentors, who are matched with Cadets during the residential phase to provide guidance and support during the transition back to their communities. These mentors play a crucial role in ensuring the continued success of graduates. Interested parties can learn more about the Wisconsin Challenge Academy by visiting challengeacademy.org.