Our Team
Meet the People Behind the Mission
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Questions About the Program?
Have a question for our program leadership? Reach out directly to our Program Directors, or call the Academy at (775) 431-7108, Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Dr. Andre' L. Ponder
Program Director
aponder@govmail.state.nv.us
Vince McLeod
Program Director
vmcleod@govmail.state.nv.us
Battle Born Youth ChalleNGe Academy
100 University Ave, Carlin, NV 89822
Are You Ready for the Challenge?
Our program provides graduates with the values, life skills, education, and self-discipline necessary to succeed as productive citizens.