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October 7, 2024

Posted at 11:15h in Athletics, News, Parents by

On Saturday, Thetford Academy once again welcomed thousands of runners and spectators from across New England for the Woods Trail Run, the school's iconic cross country event. This year's run attracted more than 50 cross country teams from across New England, with representation from Vermont, Rhode Island, Connecticut, New Hampshire, Maine, and New York. In an interview with the Valley News, Hanover High School's cross country coach Eric Picconi spoke about TA's challenging course. "The Woods Trail has tough terrain compared to other venues and runners have to be ready to be humbled a bit. It just tests you and...


October 4, 2024

Posted at 16:24h in Academics, Arts, Counseling, Head of School, Health Office, News, Outdoor Education, Parents, Student Life by

Featured photo this week: Cider pressing! Dear TA Families, The first Saturday of October is upon us, and it's time for the famous Woods Trail Run! Everyone is invited to this community event, 10am-4pm, on the TA campus. Come cheer on the 2000+ runners from all over New England who come to race on our beautiful TA cross-country course. For more info, visit the TA website and Lancer Timing. Looking at the rest of October, here are some events to bring to your attention: PSATs for 11th graders - Oct. 9. Event contact: [email protected] Long weekend for students - Oct. 11-14. We have a teacher inservice...


October 1, 2024

Posted at 08:34h in News by

Help us spread the word! Thetford Academy is excited to welcome prospective students and families to campus for its fall Admissions Open House on Sunday, October 20 at 2:00 p.m. Thetford Academy's Admissions Open House is geared toward students entering grades 7-12 in Fall 2025 and is a great way for families to learn how TA inspires and challenges students, fosters community spirit and engagement, and helps every student reach their goals. Attendees will get a first-hand look at the unique academic, athletic, arts, and outdoor education offerings at Thetford Academy. There will be opportunities to hear from TA’s faculty and...


September 27, 2024

Posted at 15:48h in Head of School, News, Outdoor Education, Parents, Student Life by

Thetford Academy varsity boys take on Lake Region on September 23, 2024. Photo by Lizzie Brown Dear TA Families, Earlier this week we passed the midway mark for Quarter 1. Hard to believe we are already 4+ weeks into the school year! I hope your student is into the flow of the semester and feeling steady in their routines. Q1 progress and grades At this point, every student should be comfortable accessing our new student information system to check their grades and sign up weekly for clubs and activities. We routinely use Alma in advisory for these tasks. We encourage students and families to...


September 26, 2024

Posted at 16:59h in Academics, News, Uncategorized by

As we transition to a new student information system and grading platform, some of our TA educators are using the opportunity to shift how they track and report student progress in their classes – in other words, how they grade. One important new capability for us in Alma is the option to use proficiency-based grading. We are excited to have a group of faculty implementing a proficiency-based approach to grading this year, many of whom are building on their prior experience in other schools. What is proficiency-based grading?  A proficiency* is a combination of skills, abilities, and knowledge needed to perform a specific...


September 26, 2024

Posted at 11:30h in Health Office by

Thetford Academy Flu Clinic October 10th 11:30 AM -1:00PM in the school gym. This is for students & staff. Sign - up forms can be found here. I am confirming by email when I receive parents/guardians' student's flu consents.Illnesses • There is a head cold going around with a lot congestion, sore throat & a cough. • There is a stomach bug going around • We've had 2 cases of pneumonia • We've had 3 cases of Hand, Foot & Mouth disease, students may return to school when their fever is gone & they are feeling better. Prevention tips: Early bed, 3 meals/day, staying hydrated, hand washing, cover sneezes...

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