Earlier this year, Vermont's legislature signed education transformation bill H.454 into law as Act 73. The bill aims to create efficiencies and promote cost-savings for Vermont's education system through a variety of levers. The current focus of the transformational work ahead is being done by the state's Redistricting Task Force,...
This past Friday, we celebrated our 47th annual TA Mountain Day with a fantastic day of hiking and connection. Each class set off on their own adventure, climbing the familiar peaks visible from the steps of the White Building. The weather was clear and perfect—ideal for taking in the stunning...
Dear TA Families, Mountain Day!Friday was a glorious day to carry on TA's Mountain Day tradition. Sunny skies made for beautiful views and good hiking conditions. Mountain Day is a mix of physical challenge, adventure, and camaraderie with classmates - and we hope everyone found the right balance, and ended the day...
If you asked Thetford Academy senior Elijah Renner how he spent his summer vacation, the answer might surprise you. As a student who thrives on academic challenge, summer for Elijah often means taking every opportunity to dive deeply into his areas of interest, especially the intersection of science and emerging...
Dear TA Families, I am SO impressed with students' energy and engagement in the early weeks of the school year, and I want to encourage us all to support them in keeping up the good momentum. This is not just a honeymoon phase of the new year - this is who...
Thetford Academy's fall athletics season is in full swing! On August 29, the boys varsity soccer team opened their season on a high note securing a 1-0 victory vs Randolph's Galloping Ghosts. Next up at home, the JV and varsity boys hosted People's Academy - JV came out strong, taking Peoples...
Each fall, college representatives come to TA to talk with students and share an inside look at their school's academics, campus life, and application process. These visits are a great opportunity for students to make an initial in-person contact with a school, gauge their "fit" with the school's profile, and...
Dear TA Families, We have a few invitations for students and families as we move into week three of the school year. For Students: Clubs & Office Hours Begin on Sept. 10-11Starting next week, we will shift into our normal routines for Power Hour, the activity/lunch block in the middle of each...
Photo R-L: Kate Reimanis, Shannon Knowles, Melissa Friel, Patrick VanKirk, Denise Lopez Mazzeo Thetford Academy launched the new school year last week with six new staff members on the team. In July, TA was excited to welcome Kate Reimanis to the role of garden coordinator and Horticulture teacher. Kate is a...
For many years, the Thetford Academy Alumni Association (TAAA) has provided concessions at TA's annual Woods Trail Run, providing delicious homemade food, fresh hot chocolate and coffee, baked goods, and more. If you've ever attended Woods Trail, you know this service is invaluable to the event's thousands of runners, volunteers,...