​​​​​​Keystone State Challenge Academy Tuition-Free Pathway to Graduation ​

The Keystone State ChalleNGe Academy (KSCA) is a 22-week residential leadership program located at Fort Indiantown Gap in Annville, PA. Youth ages 16-18 who are at -risk of not completing a high school education are provided the skills they need to succeed. 

The KSCA is a 100% tuition-free pathway to high school graduation. The KSCA provides credit recovery for cadets to catch up with their graduating class in their home district, and the home district retains the state subsidy. The GED preparation and onsite testing are also educational choices for cadets who qualify. 

In partnership with a cadet's home district and the Capitol Area Intermediate Unit 15 (CAIU), KSCA provides coordination of the Lead Teacher for onsite Math, Science, Social Studies, Language Arts, and Special Education. All teachers are highly qualified and certified to provide curriculum in Pennsylvania. With the CAIU providing all educational services, KSCA can provide the skills to succeed and help the home district put the student back on a pathway to graduation. 

Mr. McKeever, CAIU 15 Social Studies teacher states, “I have worked in three other school districts in my 20 plus years as an educator. This place is by far the best. I believe in the mission and can see the positive impact I make almost daily."  

Ms. Grove, CAIU 15 Special Education teacher, reports, 
“I just love KSCA and the cadets. We work as a team to make sure that they are all successful. It is an amazing place to work."