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September 24, 2019

Posted at 12:21h in Alumni News, News, Parents by

The second annual Alumni Mountain Day weekend--with a bonus Thetford community hike led by Head of School Carrie Brennan--was an opportunity to get TA's adults out on the trails. This #MountainDayEverywhere event encourages TA alums from all over the country to gather with others in their area--not only to relive TA's Mountain Day tradition, but to make new connections with other alums. It's an opportunity to get outside, meet and spend time with TA friends and neighbors, and explore nearby trails. This year, we saw generations of TA alums getting together to enjoy the beautiful fall weather. The Alumni...


September 22, 2019

Posted at 19:26h in News, Parents by

If you've signed in at TA recently, you might have noticed a new face in TA's front office. Welcome Alison Davis! Alison joined TA this August and splits her time between the front office and study center. She comes with years of administrative and teaching experience, and has worked in schools both internationally and in Vermont, including at Thetford Elementary. Most recently, Alison taught English and history in Brattleboro after receiving her Master’s from SIT. When not at TA, Al restores vintage motorcycles and practices yoga. She lives with her dog, Buddha, in Norwich. Alison and Gloria Thurston Konicki, TA's...


September 16, 2019

Posted at 14:37h in News, Parents by

One of Thetford Academy's most iconic traditions falls on the second Friday of every September. Mountain Day was founded 41 years ago by then Headmaster Frederick G. Torrey and quickly took root as an important event in both TA's calendar and culture. On Mountain Day, students gather on Thetford Academy's quad before heading out with their class to one of the six mountains visible from TA's front steps. Each class tackles one mountain per year, with the goal of having hiked each of the six peaks by the time they graduate from TA. Beginning in 7th grade, students will hike...


September 13, 2019

Posted at 11:44h in Alumni News, News, Parents by

On Sunday, September 15 at 10am, TA’s new head of school, along with TA's parent and alumni associations, will host the second annual Alumni and Community Mountain Day hike. All are welcome to come along on this relaxed trek through TA’s trail system. Learn more about how TA uses its outdoor resources to enhance the student experience and enjoy some cider in the outdoor classroom after the event. Meet up on TA's quad - hope to see you there! ...


September 12, 2019

Posted at 11:06h in News, Parents by

Has your TA gear seen better days? Maybe you just need more Panther blue in your wardrobe? The TA School Store can help! Thetford Academy is excited to announce the opening of a permanent, new school store. The store has both online and on-site locations and carries a wide variety of spirit gear for all of your TA pride needs. The online store will carry only items that have embroidery; screen printed and other spirit gear can be purchased on-site by contacting Deb Sanders-Dame or by using the order form in front of the Arts & Sciences building's main entrance display...


September 9, 2019

Posted at 14:30h in Academics, News, Parents by

Thetford Academy's annual Back to School Night will take place on Thursday, Sept. 19 from 6:00-8:00 p.m. The event is designed to give parents and guardians an opportunity to meet teachers, visit classrooms, and learn more about their student's courses this semester. The program will begin with a welcome assembly in the gymnasium at 6:00 p.m., followed by advisory meetings, and an abbreviated school-day schedule that allows parents to rotate through their child's classes. There is also a special program for parents of 12th graders focused on the college application process and post-secondary planning. Senior College Night will be held on the same evening,...

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