Commonwealth ChalleNGe Class 61 hosts Family Day
Commonwealth ChalleNGe Youth Academy cadets of Class 61 and their families enjoyed Family Day Oct. 19, 2024, at the State Military Reservation in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Cadets conducted a pass in review and drill and ceremony demonstration for family, friends and Virginia National Guard leadership before enjoying several hours of food, fun and games with their guests.
Brig. Gen. Todd H. Hubbard, the VNG Director of the Joint Staff, Command Chief Master Sgt. Kelly B. Reich, the VNG Senior Enlisted Leader, and retired Col. Everton Nevers, the Virginia Department of Military Affairs Chief of Staff, received a tour and briefing on ChalleNGe from Jen Lanz, director of Commonwealth ChalleNGe, and several Class 61 cadets.
“On behalf of Maj. Gen. James Ring, the Adjutant General of Virginia, I’m glad to be here to see what you’ve done so far in your first 14 weeks,” Hubbard said. “We are proud to be part of the ChalleNGe family and be able to sponsor this program. We’re so glad we could help make a difference and we’re very proud of what you’ve accomplished so far. Keep up the good work. You’re doing a great job.”
ChalleNGe cadets conduct a pass in review and drill and ceremony demonstration during Family Day for Class 61 Oct. 19, 2024, at the State Military Reservation in Virginia Beach, Virginia.