Welcome to TA’s website! Whatever brings you here – whether you are a current or prospective student, a panther parent or grandparent, a TA alum, a community supporter, a curious educator, or just an interested Upper Valley neighbor – we hope you find stories, facts, and program information about Thetford Academy that are useful and compelling and that capture the unique and inspired nature of our school.
The Head of School page allows me to share my weekly family letters and other blog posts with the wider world. Topics range from program highlights and parent reminders to student shout-outs and class projects – and so much more. Most importantly, I try to spotlight all of the exciting activity happening on our campus and offer a window into daily life and learning at TA.
I invite you to take time to cruise around our website to learn more about Thetford Academy, starting with the TA News page for all of the latest updates.
You can read more about me and my experience as an educator here: Carrie’s bio.
Please be in touch with questions, suggestions, and ideas to share!
Dear TA Families, There is so much talent at TA – and we’ve been taking it on the road a lot lately, traveling to destinations throughout Vermont and beyond to compete, perform, and shine! Talent comes from a lot of practice and passion, so hats off to students for their......
07 March, 2026
Campus was bustling with activity on Saturday, Feb. 28 as Thetford’s 2026 Town Meeting took place in the Vaughan Alumni Gymnasium. The gym was packed with residents for the town business portion in the morning and a smaller crowd lingered for the annual school meeting in the afternoon. Two dozen......
03 March, 2026
Dear TA Families, As we head into February break, I invite you to help shape Thetford Academy’s future by sharing your voice and perspective. Input Requested: Mission Statement Survey Thetford Academy convened a task force this year to guide the development of our next strategic plan. It is both daunting......
20 February, 2026
Dear TA Families, Yesterday we celebrated our 83rd Founders’ Day as a school community. This is an energetic mid-winter event that Carl Anderson started to bring people together after the school burned down in 1942 – and it has been a treasured tradition ever since. Students in every grade demonstrated......
14 February, 2026
Dear TA Families,We jumped into February embracing lots of cool challenges and opportunities! I want to thank students for taking risks inside and outside the classroom as they push their learning, hone their skills, experience new places, connect and share with others, and represent their school. And I want to......
06 February, 2026
Dear TA Families, New SemesterThere was lots of good energy on campus this week as we launched the new semester. New classes, new teachers, new routines! Change is exciting and inspiring, and can also be a bit intimidating. We hope your student had a smooth start. Please reach out – or......
23 January, 2026
Dear TA Families, We are heading into a 4-day weekend as we pause between semesters and honor the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. on Monday. We look forward to seeing everyone back at school on Tuesday, ready for the launch of the new term! If you are looking......
15 January, 2026
Dear TA Families, Happy New Year from all of us at Thetford Academy! Our first week back has been a whirlwind of academic activity as students dove back into their classes and engaged in final projects and assessments during these final days of the quarter and semester. Check in with......
09 January, 2026
Dear TA Families, In keeping with last week’s theme of headlines, I want to congratulate … If you are looking for activities over the break, here are a few panther-inspired ideas … We invite everyone to participate in Book Bingo over the holiday. Students received info in advisory and/or English classes –......
19 December, 2025
Dear TA Families, We like to celebrate when our students are recognized for outstanding achievements and leadership. A handful of Thetford Academy high schoolers made headlines recently – and many students were recognized for their outstanding academic performance during the first quarter of the school year. Students Making Headlines →......
12 December, 2025
Dear TA Families, I hope that everyone had a good Thanksgiving holiday. With Tuesday’s snowfall, Thursday’s dramatic drop in temps, our first snow day of the year, and the launch of winter sports practices, this week definitely ushered in the start of a new season! Quarter 2 & Academic ProgressThis week......
06 December, 2025
Dear TA Families, Our campus will be bustling with activity this weekend. Come be a part of the fun! Two featured events: Four performances of ‘Puffs’, Friday-Sunday – more details here TA Alumni Association’s annual craft fair, Saturday – more details here I’m always amazed at how much is happening around here......
21 November, 2025
