Summer Programs

Learn year-round at Thetford Academy! TA is proud to host a variety of summer learning and leadership opportunities each year.

Thetford Academy offers several summer opportunities for students interested in continuing their learning outside the classroom. In 2025, in partnership with Hanover High School, TA will host the Upper Valley Speech and Debate Camp (UVSDC). Open to all Upper Valley students rising into grades 7-12, this day program is designed to advance the skills of both new and seasoned debaters. For students interested in outdoor leadership, the Thetford Outdoor Program (TOP) offers a variety of immersive outdoor experiences. Canoeing, rock climbing, trail building, gardening and more – TOP has something for everyone.

Upper Valley Speech and Debate Camp

The Upper Valley Speech and Debate Camp (UVSDC) is a week-long day program designed to help students build confidence, sharpen their public speaking, and develop strong critical thinking and argumentation skills – all in a fun and welcoming environment.

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TOP Summer Leadership Programs

Each summer, the Thetford Outdoor Program offers several opportunities for Thetford Academy students to have immersive outdoor leadership experiences and adventures. TOP Summer Leadership programs are announced each winter and open to all TA students in grades 7-12, and to students from our sending schools in the Upper Valley.

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Upcoming Events

May 2025

Monday May 19 – Friday May 23

Student Appreciation Week

Thursday May 22

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm: JV Baseball @ U-32
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm: Varsity Baseball/Softball vs U-32

Friday May 23

4:00 pm – 9:00 pm: Ms Track & Field @ Lebanon
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm: MS BB vs Oxbow
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm: Senior Prom

Saturday May 24

11:00 am – 12:00 pm: Varsity Baseball/Softball @ Harwood

Monday May 26

All Day: No School ~ Memorial Day

Tuesday May 27

3:30 pm – 6:00 pm: SVL Meet @ Windsor 3:30pm
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm: JV Baseball/Softball @ Spaulding
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm: MS BB/SB @ Lebanon
4:30 pm – 5:30 pm: Varsity Baseball/Softball vs Spaulding

Wednesday May 28 – Thursday May 29

ES/OE 24 hour experience

Wednesday May 28

4:30 pm – 5:30 pm: MS BB @ Oxbow

our VALUES

Excellence

We set high expectations. We challenge all members of the school community to reach their highest potential.

Commitment

We value initiative, courage and dedication. We take personal responsibility for the goals we set and work hard to achieve them.

Cooperation

We work and learn together. We see teachers as coaches, students as team members, families as partners, and learning as practice and action.

Caring

We provide individuals with personalized support and guidance. We care about each other and the larger community.

Diversity

We respect differences among people. We welcome the contribution of varied perspectives to a rich and flexible school culture.