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Planning for the Future, a Timeline for Seniors

Every year, the fall foliage on Thetford Hill signals that it is time for seniors who are interested in post-secondary education or training to dive deep into future planning. This process of laying the groundwork needed to meet institutional requirements can include filling out applications, writing essays, asking faculty mentors…

Patty McIlvaineSeptember 29, 2026

Alumni News Athletics News Student Life

Volunteer at the Woods Trail Run on October 3

Every year, the Thetford Academy Alumni Association plays an important role at the Woods Trail Run - feeding delicious food to the more than 2000 runners and spectators attending the race.TAAA's concession stand provides the crowd with coffee, hot chocolate, and cold drinks, hand cut french fries, legendary chili (Loretta…

Patty McIlvaineSeptember 22, 2026

Athletics News Student Life

Cross Country Hosts Twelve-School Meet on Home Course

Last Tuesday, the Panthers hosted a twelve-school meet on their home course. In total, twelve schools were represented, but only six fielded complete teams. The Panther boys led all challengers and marked their second win of the season, while the Panther girls team finished fifth. The partly sunny day with…

Patty McIlvaineSeptember 15, 2026

News

Marisa Cotilletta Selected by VT-NEA as ESP of the Year Finalist

Marisa Cotilletta, Thetford Academy's Instructional Technology Coordinator, was recently selected by the Vermont-NEA (National Education Association) as a finalist for the 2027 Education Support Professional of the Year award. The ESP of the Year award recognizes the important role of Education Support Professionals within the VT-NEA, and honors their outstanding…

Patty McIlvaineSeptember 15, 2026

Academics News Parents

Back to School Night for Families This Thursday

Join us for Back to School Night on Thursday, September 10! This is a wonderful opportunity for parents and guardians to meet their student’s teachers, visit classrooms, and learn more about the classes, programs, and experiences that make up life at Thetford Academy. The evening begins at 6:00 p.m. with…

Patty McIlvaineSeptember 8, 2026

Academics Head of School News Parents Student Life

Head of School Weekly Email: Clubs, Back to School Night, and More

Dear TA Families, We have a few invitations for students and families as we move into week three of the school year, as well as a few housekeeping items to share. Thanks, in advance, for reading my weekly email and staying connected to school happenings! For Parents: Back to School…

Patty McIlvaineSeptember 4, 2026

Athletics News Outdoor Education Parents Student Life

TA Team Wins Inaugural HS Disc Golf Championship

Thetford Academy's Disc Golf team took home the title in Vermont's inaugural High School Disc Golf Championship this weekend. The event, hosted by Disc Golf Vermont at Smuggler's Notch Resort, was one of the first high school events in the country and part of a growing movement to get disc…

Patty McIlvaineSeptember 1, 2026

Alumni News News Parents Student Life

Exciting Campus News, Community Info Sessions

Thetford Academy is taking an exciting leap forward with the construction of a Commons – a building that will fulfill the school's long-standing need for a kitchen and cafeteria, be a vibrant student center, and provide a welcoming hub for school and community events. Construction is scheduled to begin this…

Patty McIlvaineAugust 26, 2026

News Parents Student Life

New Student Welcome and Back to School Picnic

Thetford Academy is looking forward to hosting students and families for two community events on Sunday, August 23: a new student welcome and TA’s annual back to school picnic. Beginning at 4:00 p.m., TA invites all new, incoming students to campus for a fun opportunity to get ready for the…

Patty McIlvaineAugust 18, 2026

News Parents Student Life

New Student Welcome and Back to School Picnic

Patty McIlvaineAugust 14, 2026

Planning for the Future, a Timeline for Seniors

Volunteer at the Woods Trail Run on October 3

Cross Country Hosts Twelve-School Meet on Home Course

Marisa Cotilletta Selected by VT-NEA as ESP of the Year Finalist

Back to School Night for Families This Thursday

Head of School Weekly Email: Clubs, Back to School Night, and More

TA Team Wins Inaugural HS Disc Golf Championship

Exciting Campus News, Community Info Sessions

New Student Welcome and Back to School Picnic

New Student Welcome and Back to School Picnic

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