Thetford Academy is a classic New England town academy—an independent school with a public purpose. Founded in 1819, the Academy serves as the secondary school for Thetford, VT and neighboring towns.
Today, over 300 students in grades 7-12 come to TA from throughout the Upper Valley region of Vermont and New Hampshire, and from countries around the world, to join our close-knit academic community.
Every day, Thetford Academy strives to fulfill our mission to celebrate the worth of all students, to nurture their strengths, and to challenge them to reach their potential. TA’s award-winning faculty are recognized for their innovative teaching practices, dedication to their craft, and deep commitment to student learning.
Thetford is an inclusive school community. We work together to foster a culture of kindness, celebrate diversity, and ensure that all students feel safe, supported, and respected. At TA, students can be themselves.
Thetford Academy’s Class of 2026 is winding down their high school career with a series of milestones and celebrations – baccalaureate, final exams, class day – all leading up to graduation Friday evening. Sunday’s baccalaureate ceremony included a welcome speech by Class President Grace Brown and poetry readings by Henley......
09 June, 2026 No comment
Thetford Academy has selected Wynona I. Ward, Esq., Class of 1969, as the recipient of its inaugural Alumni Achievement Award. The Award recognizes a member of the alumni community who has demonstrated exceptional professional success, leadership, community service, and/or commitment to the Academy’s values of excellence, commitment, cooperation, caring and......
09 June, 2026 No comment
The track and field team competed at the Division 3 state meet in Burlington on June 4. Out of a field of 20 teams, the girls finished in 7th place and the boys finished in 2nd. Here are a few highlights: The girls 4×100 of Lacey Parkman, Lizzie Brown, Aislin Peters,......
08 June, 2026 No comment
Dear TA Families, It’s an intense time of the year as we gear up for the ‘final’ everything. Students are putting all of their skills, practice, and polish to work as they present, construct, and perform culminating projects, gear up for exams, and compete in playoffs. Kudos are in order......
05 June, 2026 No comment
Photo credit: J&R Photography TA’s varsity baseball team has had a stellar season, finishing 13-0 and the top seed in Division III. Their record earns them a first round bye in the D3 playoffs, skipping the playdowns to enter quarterfinals this week. The Panthers will host the winner of (8)......
02 June, 2026 No comment
Thetford Academy’s student artists – musicians, performers, painters, designers, chefs, and more – will come together on Friday night to showcase their work to the community and celebrate the arts at TA. The event takes place in Anderson Hall with the cafe transformed into a gallery. Doors open at 5:15......
02 June, 2026 No commentThetford Academy is committed to diversity and strives to build, maintain, and promote a culture of equity and inclusion. The curriculum challenges students to examine issues of diversity and encourages them to engage in active learning. Students reflect critically on social problems as they develop the skills to succeed in an environment where diversity is acknowledged, respected, and celebrated.