Patriot Academy

The Indiana Army National Guard hosted the grand opening and dedication of the first Patriot Academy on Sept. 9th, where Army soldiers who want to serve in the Guard can earn their high school diplomas.

The Patriot Academy is a new program from the National Guard Bureau open to candidates from all 54 states and territories who want to earn their high school diploma and serve their country.

There are currently 47 students enrolled in the academy from 16 states. The program will expand to 250 students in fiscal year 2010 and up to 500 students by 2011, according to National Guard Bureau officials.

The National Guard Bureau is also planning to extend the program to include a bachelor's degree completion program and add additional campuses nationwide.

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Glad to see Army National Guard having a school for soldiers that drop out of high school! That the best thing Army National Guard is doing. The more educated soldiers we have a better armed service we have. You got alot of LOVE from me! Because EDUCATION IS THE KEY TO ALL DOORS!