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Twenty Thetford Academy alumni came back to TA on Saturday, Nov. 25, to play in the 2017 Alumni Basketball Game. Representing classes from 1984 up through 2017, this group of Panthers put on quite the show. The high energy game, officiated by Coach Mark Weigel and Casey Huling '92, remained close for the full 40 minutes, with neither team leading by more than 8 points at any time. At the end of regulation the contest was tied at 75, thanks to a buzzer-beating 3-pointer by Andrew Cawley '13. In the first overtime period, things stayed close, and again ended knotted...


Senior Sam Kidder was named November Student of the Month during assembly on Wednesday, Nov. 29.  As she presented the award, math teacher Dawn Deibler shared the following remarks: We are often asked what makes a Student of the Month.  The truth is there is no algorithm or formula.  We look for students who embody what it means to be a Panther. November’s student of the month is an ideal candidate.  He may not always complete his assignments, but he never tells you that the dog ate his homework!  He is honest and caring.  He brings a smile to the face...


Week of Nov. 27 Monday, Nov. 27: Classes Resume Winter sports begin (click here for full schedule) High School Girls Basketball Tryouts: Nov. 27 and 28, 3:15 - 5:15 p.m., at TA High School Boys Basketball Tryouts: Nov. 27 and 28, 5:15 - 7:15 p.m., at TA Middle School Girls and Boys Basketball: Nov. 27 and 28, 7:15 - 8:30 p.m., at TA Alpine Ski Team (high school and middle school): Nov. 27 thru Dec. 1, 3:15 - 4:30 p.m., at TA Indoor Track (high school only): Nov. 27 thru Dec. 1, 4 - 5:30 p.m. at Leverone Field House in...


The Thetford Ski Sale to benefit the local ski program is Sunday, Dec. 3, from 12:30 to 2:30 p.m. at the Thetford Elementary School Gym. Vermont Ski Co. will be there with demo/new alpine and cross country ski set ups that are comparable in price to a rental package. There will also be a food drive/bake sake for the Thetford Food Shelf during that time. Consignment hours are: Saturday, Dec. 2, from 4 to 6 p.m. and Sunday, Dec. 3, from 9 to 11 a.m. Gently used but usable goods are welcomed for consignment (please leave your straight skis and broken items at home...


Week of Nov. 20 Monday, Nov. 20: Late Arrival Schedule. School begins at 9:40 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 22: Early Dismissal Schedule. School ends at 12:10 p.m. Thursday, Nov. 23: Happy Thanksgiving Friday, Nov. 24: No School Saturday, Nov. 25: TA Alumni Basketball Event Looking Ahead: Week of Nov. 27 Winter sports begin (click here for full schedule) High School Girls Basketball Tryouts: Nov. 27 and 28, 3:15 - 5:15 p.m., at TA High School Boys Basketball Tryouts: Nov. 27 and 28, 5:15 - 7:15 p.m., at TA Middle School Girls and Boys Basketball: Nov. 27 and 28, 7:15 - 8:30 p.m., at TA Alpine...

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