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July 14, 2020

Posted at 10:45h in Parents by

On June 12 and 13, 2020, Thetford Academy celebrated this year's class of graduating seniors. On Friday, TA premiered a prerecorded version of its Class Day awards and performances, followed by the formal graduation ceremony. Both were aired on on YouTube and Facebook. To celebrate in person, the Class of 2020 graduates led a car parade through Thetford, the route lined with alumni, family, neighbors and friends chering, making music, and celebrating from a safe distance. Individual diploma ceremonies took place on the TA campus throughout the day on Saturday, June 13. Though Covid-19 required changes to TA's graduation traditions, the spirit,...


June 30, 2020

Posted at 13:12h in Arts by

Thetford Academy honored two retiring faculty with the Peters Family Employee of the Year Award in June. Greg Mellinger and Ray Chapin are co-awardees of the 2020 Peters Family Employee of the Year Award. Both long-serving faculty members at Thetford Academy, Mr. Mellinger and Mr. Chapin are well-known and beloved among TA students and alumni for their engaging and skillful approach as teachers. The annual award gives special recognition to an employee who demonstrates dedication to Thetford Academy and who goes beyond the call of duty to nurture, support, and inspire students. This award, now in its 20th year, was initiated...


June 26, 2020

Posted at 12:57h in Academics, Head of School, Parents by

Final report cards for the school year were mailed to students' homes the week of June 22, with the following cover letter included. Dear Thetford Academy Parents and Families, Sunsets are stretching until 8:30 these days and the fireflies are out after dark. Summer has officially begun!  I imagine all of us are welcoming changes in our routines this season, as we take a break from an intense period of remote learning. Thank you again for your key role during 4th quarter to support your TA student(s). The school-family partnership was more critical than ever to keep students engaged and motivated. We know...


June 25, 2020

Posted at 10:51h in Athletics by

Thetford Academy is looking to fill several coaching positions for the upcoming 2020/2021 school year.  We are looking for energetic and knowledgeable people to work with our student athletes.  Coaching experience is preferred but not required.   FallJV High School Girls SoccerV Asst. High School Girls SoccerJV High School Boys Soccer WinterJV High School Girls BasketballJV High School Boys BasketballMiddle School Girls Basketball SpringMiddle School Track and Field  If you are interested please contact Blendon Salls at 1-802-785-4805 Ext 266 or email [email protected] ...


June 15, 2020

Posted at 10:25h in Academics, News by

Every year, Thetford Academy awards a slate of scholarships to its graduating seniors. These scholarships are funded by alumni and community supporters of TA and in many cases, have been awarded to generations of deserving students. We are proud to announce this year's recipients of the following scholarships and awards: Vermont Honors Scholarship: Eamon Thomas Deffner Frank & Emily Barker Traditions Award: Eamon Thomas Deffner Andy Cloud Scholarship: Ellen Agnes Veracka Thetford Academy Alumni Association Awards: Brittney Carol Clifford, Jade Ellen Jamieson, Bethany Madison Maxfield, John Wayne Moore, Nathaniel James O’Donnell Robert L. Bacon Scholarship: Jason Michael Wolstenholme Dora S. Bacon Memorial Scholarship: Aidan Waterbury...

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