Skip to Main Content

Thunderbird Times

The Student News Site of Utah Military Academy

Thunderbird Times

Thunderbird Times

Mr. Ben Crisanto is the new business teacher at Utah Military Academy.

Shut up… Thank you!

Amaya Brown, Staff Reporter November 8, 2024

Cadets first impressions of the new business teacher, Mr. C: He has a lot of sass. During one class period, Mr. C shouted “Shut up!” followed by a warm, caring smile… “Thank you guys!” Mr....

Cadet Kallie Rounds and Charlotte Walston work on their Hope Squad project with Mr. Wendel.

Watching Out for Others

Amaya Brown, Staff Reporter October 30, 2024

1 in every 7 teens will experience mental health disorders, according to the World HealthOrganization. Along with that, 42% of teens feel hopeless or sad, 22% have considered selfharm. (Teen...

Decision 2024: Do Cadets Care?

Decision 2024: Do Cadets Care?

Alexandra Skibiel, Staff Reporter October 30, 2024

My grandma always used to say,“There are three things you don't discuss: religion, money, and politics.” It is one of the most famous pieces of advice. However, this may not be an entirely realistic...

Cadet Teegan Scharp conducts daily inspection for his flight.

The Inspection Scramble

Severin Glenn, Staff Reporter October 30, 2024

The Utah Military Academy is preparing for the AFJROTC Inspection to take place on Wednesday, November 6th. Inspection is a major headache for UMA’s JROTC department and the cadet body....

Mr. Dockter watches as Journalism Editor-In-Chief, Alexus Workman reviews the format of an article.

Journalism Class

Grace Perry, Staff Reporter October 30, 2024

Journalism is a very fun class. Some cadets love it because it helps them with their writing. Other cadets like it because of the way the articles are written. Cadet Remington...

Mr. Gabriele uses his whiteboard to teach different Japanese words, including their pronunciation.

Japanese Club

Alexandra Skibiel, Staff Reporter October 23, 2024

Whether it be the Japanese notes on the white board in Mr. Gabriele's classroom or the drawings with Japanese captions right outside, the Japanese club doesn't fail to create an environment for cadets...

Cadet Running Back, Papataia Owda breaks free down the sideline for a touchdown during the Homecoming Game on Oct. 3rd.

DROPPING THE BALL IN TIME FOR HOCO

Alexus Workman, Editor in Chief October 23, 2024

UMA’s football team ended Homecoming Spirit Week with an dominant win of 52-12 over her sister school, Camp Williams on October 3rd. New cadet transfer, running back Papataia Owda finished the...

Coach Sage instructs a cadet on the proper method to place an arrow on the bow.

UMA’s Archery Coach Shoots Straight

October 4, 2024

The cadets who take archery class and participate in archery competitions at UMA arewell aware of the quirky coach that runs the range. Brandishing an unlimited store of corny dad jokes,...

Meet New JROTC Instructor, Sgt. David Merrick

Meet New JROTC Instructor, Sgt. David Merrick

Grace Perry, Staff Reporter October 1, 2024

One of the many new faces cadets see in this school this year is Sergeant Merrick. Early on it is obvious that he is an outgoing, positive person. "I genuinely have other's best interests in mind,...

A Man for All Seasons

A Man for All Seasons

Amaya Brown, Staff Reporter September 20, 2024

If you have ever traversed the English hallway at UMA Riverdale, you may have heard a large, booming voice echoing down the corridor. This frightening sound comes from the bellowing, bombastic,...

A Deep Look at UMA's Mr. Pickett

A Deep Look at UMA’s Mr. Pickett

Alex Pierson, Staff Reporter September 20, 2024

It’s already been a month into the school year, and Mr. Pickett, now in his fourteenth year as a teacher, is fully dedicated to his role at UMA, where his impact on his students is truly life-changing. “Every...

A Look into the Life of Major Workman

A Look into the Life of Major Workman

Alexus Workman, Editor-in-Chief May 10, 2024

Major Workman is a face that everyone at Utah Military Academy knows. He was one of the original founders of UMA, and has stayed loyal to the school and cadets throughout its existence. That’s not...

Load More Stories
Donate to Thunderbird Times