A Saturday ribbon cutting ceremony officially marked the opening of the Discovery Challenge Academy, a California National Guard Youth ChalleNGe Program to help at-risk teens in San Joaquin County. Area Congressman Jerry McNerney attended and was joined by the California National Guard, San Joaquin County Office of Education, and local elected officials at the ribbon cutting ceremony. “The National Guard Youth ChalleNGe program has helped many at-risk young people learn valuable life skills, establish a strong work ethic, and develop a commitment to community service,” said Rep. McNerney.