District of Columbia National Guard commanding general, Maj. Gen. Sherrie L. McCandless attends graduation for Class 58 Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy

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Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy graduating class 58, walked the auditorium stage of the University of the District of Columbia (UCD) today in front of family friends, distinguished guests, and District of Columbia National Guard commanding general, Maj. Gen. Sherrie L. McCandless. After five and half months of rigorous and challenging curriculum, the graduates are off to their next endeavor. Whatever it may be, they'll be great! (US Army National Guard photo by Spc. Emiliano Alcorta)

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Washington D.C. - Capital Guardian Youth ChalleNGe Academy graduating class 58, walked the auditorium stage of the University of the District of Columbia (UDC) today in front of family friends, distinguished guests, and District of Columbia National Guard commanding general, Maj. Gen. Sherrie L. McCandless. After five and half months of rigorous and challenging curriculum, the graduates are off to their next endeavor. Whatever it may be, they'll be great! (US Army National Guard photo by Spc. Emiliano Alcorta)

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