Head of School Weekly Email: Looking Back & Ahead
February 12, 2023
Dear TA Families, Looking back on the week, here are a couple of highs - and one low - that I'm reflecting on and want to share with you ...
Dear TA Families, Looking back on the week, here are a couple of highs - and one low - that I'm reflecting on and want to share with you ...
Dear TA Families, Just a few updates to share with you on this chilly Friday ...
Dear TA Families, Here is the latest news from TA ...
Featured photo: The 8th graders took a little time out of their English class today to make some maple sugar snow treats. Dear TA Families, I hope students had a good week and are settling into their routines. The start of the new semester is an exciting time of change for high schoolers,...
On Tuesday, we will begin our third quarter of the school year and a new semester. High schoolers will have an entirely new schedule of classes. Middle schoolers will maintain the same schedule and teachers for most of their day, with just a rotation in their afternoon arts/tech electives. Drop/Add Period...
Dear TA Families, Thank you again for supporting the day of remote learning on Wednesday. We really appreciate everyone's flexibility and adaptability! Early January is a pivotal time in the academic calendar at TA. Students return from holiday break and immerse themselves back into classes for the final stretch of the semester. Students are...
Dear TA Families, The 9th grade is hosting a dance tonight for the whole school. Food, music, and fun for everyone! See the attached flyer for details. Congratulations to all of the musicians and singers who performed at the winter concert last night - and congrats to their teachers as well, Jeff...
Dear TA Families, December is here and flurries are in the air. Listen up and look out for messages tomorrow at noon as we test our emergency notification system. We have a couple of busy weeks before break. Special events for next week are listed below and in the school calendar online, https://thetfordacademy.org/calendars. 12/7...
Dear TA Families, We came together as a whole school on Tuesday to share a meal of gratitude. It was the first time since Fall 2019 that we were able to do so. I am sending along a few photos to share the experience. I think everyone enjoyed the food, the...
Dear TA Families, On Thursday, we created some extra time for students to work with teachers in office hours sessions and for clubs to meet. While these opportunities are available every week during power hour, the middle of the day can feel rushed and compete with lunch. Ask your student what...
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