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March 28, 2025

Posted at 17:00h in Academics, Athletics, Head of School, News, Outdoor Education, Parents, Student Life by

Dear TA Families, No foolin' - April arrives on Tuesday! This week's email outlines some of the key dates and activities at TA in the coming weeks.  On Thursday, April 3, 5:45-7:45pm: The Getting to Y club is hosting a Community Dialogue Event to explore public health youth issues, using local and regional YRBS data....


March 14, 2025

Posted at 17:02h in Academics, Athletics, Head of School, News, Outdoor Education, Parents, Student Life by

Dear TA Families, Every Monday we come together as a school community in our weekly assembly. The whole school - students and staff - convene in the Vaughan Alumni Gymnasium to share accolades, watch student performances, make announcements, and learn about upcoming events and opportunities. One of our school goals each year...


March 10, 2025

Posted at 13:35h in Academics, Head of School, News, Parents, Student Life by

Guest post by TA student Elijah Renner '26. Thetford Academy students gathered on Wednesday, February 26, at the Vermont State House to support the proposed bipartisan Phone and Social Media-Free Schools bill (H.54). The bill has two key state-wide provisions: banning personal electronic devices during the school day and...


March 7, 2025

Posted at 16:40h in Academics, Arts, Athletics, Head of School, News, Parents, Student Life by

Dear TA Families, We jumped back into school routines this week, moving into the second half of Q3. There were signs of spring on Thetford Hill upon our return from break, with some dewy days and melting snow, birdsong in the air, and sap buckets on the trees. Triple Header on March...


February 22, 2025

Posted at 16:37h in Academics, Arts, Head of School, News, Outdoor Education, Parents, Student Life by

Dear TA Families, In keeping with my 'things we love at TA' theme from last Friday, here are a few more shout-outs, promotions, and dates to save:  Our Artists! A reminder that tonight 2/21 from 5-7pm is the opening reception for the AVA Gallery annual exhibit of high school artists. Congrats to all...


February 7, 2025

Posted at 16:05h in Academics, Head of School, News, Parents, Student Life by

Dear TA Families, Lots to highlight in the realm of student creativity this week: First, Founders' Day! Students were busy in their Founders' Day committees today finalizing the planning process in the morning and putting all of their ideas into action throughout the day. Each student is on one of eight committees for...


January 31, 2025

Posted at 16:17h in Academics, Head of School, News, Parents, Student Life by

Dear TA Families, January is a great time to set new intentions and goals. This week's email features a handful of extracurricular programs and events happening this semester for students who want to stretch themselves beyond the TA campus. While many have registration fees, most offer scholarships or a sliding scale;...


January 18, 2025

Posted at 08:03h in Academics, Head of School, News, Parents, Student Life by

Dear TA Families, I want to thank the parents, grandparents, family friends, and community mentors who were able to attend end-of-semester presentations and performances in recent weeks. We know it is not easy to carve out the time during the work day and appreciate your participation. By showing up, you create...

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