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824 Park St. 
Pryor, OK 74361
918.824.4850
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Requirements

  • 16-18 years of age
  • US Citizen or Resident Status
  • Cannot already have his/her High School Diploma or GED
  • Not previously convicted of felony or capital offense.
  • Must be mentally and physically able to complete the program
Thunderbird Challenge Program is located on the former Whitaker Education Training Center grounds in Pryor, on 600 acres of property owned by Oklahoma Military Department property encompasses over 600 acres on the site.

​The nationally recognized program, which is offered through the Oklahoma National Guard and the Oklahoma Military Department, was established in 1993 as one of ten pilot programs for at risk youth, both male and female.

More than 3,000 Oklahoma youth have graduated from the program.

The mission of the Academy is to affect the lives of Oklahoma youth that have become, or are at risk of becoming high school dropouts. The program intervenes in the lives of the cadets in three important areas:
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First, Challenge: Physically; Educationally; and, Emotionally.
​Second, Instill Respect: For Self; Others; and, Community.
​Third, Education: GED Option; High School Credits (graduates earn 3 credits for graduating TYA, and additional high school credits can be earned through the Oklahoma University High School Option); College Classes; and, Life Skills.

​The overriding focus of the academy is to instill in each cadet a sense of self-discipline and community involvement using methods build around eight core disciplines: Academic Excellence; Life Coping Skills; Job Skills; Health & Hygiene; Responsible Citizenship; Service to Community; Leadership/Followership; and, Physical Fitness.
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  • Home
  • About Us
    • Board of Directors & Staff
    • Chamber Programs >
      • 3rd Graders Go To Work
      • Forum Luncheons
      • Mayes County Career Expo
      • NORA Spring Summit
      • Spotlight on Excellence
    • Marketing Opportunities >
      • Chamber Connection
      • Chamber Directory
      • Email Blasts
      • Member-to-Member Coupons
      • Members Only Portal
      • Online Membership Directory
    • Members Only Portal Login
    • Membership Directory
    • Membership Information
    • Online Application
    • Contact Us
  • Work
    • Jobs
    • Major Employers
    • MidAmerica Industrial Park
  • Live
    • About the Area
    • Education >
      • K-12 Public Schools >
        • Lincoln Early Childhood Center
        • Jefferson Elementary
        • Lincoln Elementary
        • Roosevelt Elementary
        • Pryor Jr. High School
        • Pryor High School
      • William Bradford Christian School
      • Thunderbird Challenge Program
      • Higher Education & Technical Training >
        • Rogers State University
        • Northeast Tech
    • Health Resources
    • Mayes County
    • Relocation Packet
    • Rental Properties
  • Play
    • Annual Events >
      • Born & Raised Music Festival
      • Christmas Parade of Lights
      • Dam J.A.M. Bicycle Tour
      • Downtown Trick or Treat
      • Rocklahoma
    • Events Calendar
    • Jefferson Highway Attractions
    • Outdoor Life >
      • Mayes County Trails Alliance
    • Pryor Main Street
  • Resources
    • City Council Meetings
    • COVID-19 >
      • Business Signage
      • OESC Fraudulent Unemployment Claims
      • Unemployment Resources & FAQ's
    • Get Involved
    • PICK Transportation
  • News
    • Archives
  • PACC Member Discount Coupon Listings