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.
Spring is finally in the air and the sun is shining! The spring season is off to a great start for middle and high school athletic teams. High School Track and FieldThe high school track and field team competed well at their first meet in St. Johnsbury. The pouring rain......
19 April, 2025 No comment
Dear TA Families, It’s always a good time to share appreciation with the educators in our lives. But this week seems like an especially good one to tee up the official Teacher Appreciation Week that happens in May. With the One Act students in St. Albans last weekend, the 8th graders......
18 April, 2025 No comment
Thetford Academy is thrilled to announce its upcoming spring musical production of Grease, the beloved rock ‘n’ roll musical that’s sure to get audiences singing, dancing, and cheering for the Pink Ladies and T-Birds! Join us as we journey back to Rydell High in the 1950s, where romance, rebellion, and......
18 April, 2025 No comment
It’s time to start planning ahead for next school year! The Counseling Department has begun hosting sessions for each of the grades to guide students through the planning process and provide instruction on the high school course registration steps. We invite parents and caregivers to be a part of this......
17 April, 2025 No comment
The Boston Red Sox recently recognized retired TA educator, Ted Peters ’63, as Most Valuable Educator for the month of April. The recognition, held in a pregame ceremony at Fenway Park, was organized by Ted’s daughter Mary Lou Jones to coincide with his 80th birthday. In her nomination, which was......
15 April, 2025 No comment
Nine Thetford Academy choral students were among 135 musicians from across Vermont who performed last week at VTSU Castleton. The April 5 Choral Concert and Town Meeting on the Arts, hosted by Vermont Senator Bernie Sanders, was a powerful showcase of student talent and an important conversation about the value......
15 April, 2025 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.