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November 3, 2017

Posted at 16:51h in News, Parents by

The Thetford Outdoor Program (TOP) is hosting a hike to Mt. Cardigan on Saturday, Nov. 18. The group will meet at 10 a.m. at the circle driveway on the TA campus.  Transportation to and from Mt. Cardigan will be provided, via the school's new TOP bus, and the group will return to school by 3 p.m. Students should be prepared to be outside all day. Wear non-cotton clothing and good hiking shoes. Bring extra warm layers, a backpack, water, and a lunch. Food and supplies can be provided upon request for a student who does not have them. In the event of bad...


November 3, 2017

Posted at 16:22h in Alumni News, Athletics, Parents by

The fourth annual Thetford Academy 3 v 3 Basketball Tournament is on Sunday, Nov. 19, from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. We hope you can join us for another exciting tournament to help kick off the basketball season in the Upper Valley. There will be separate divisions for boys and girls, with brackets for 5th/6th graders, 7th/8th graders and High School.  There is a two game guarantee. Up to five players may be on a team and the cost is $50 per team, with proceeds to benefit the Thetford Academy Athletic Fund. Click here for the registration form, including the medical waiver form, rules, contact...


November 3, 2017

Posted at 10:08h in News by

Cedar Circle Farm & Education Center announces their second session of a culinary program for middle schoolers ages 11-14. The six-week session takes a well-rounded approach to teaching older children culinary skills that will develop and expand their love of cooking. The program meets Mondays from 3:30 to 5 p.m. from Nov. 6 to Dec. 11, and is open to any kids ages 11-14 Participants will learn basics in kitchen safety, proper food handling, food preparation, nutrition, cooking and baking techniques, and presentation, through weekly themed classes. Cedar Circle Farm will take every opportunity to take campers out to the fields to harvest fresh...


October 28, 2017

Posted at 21:37h in Parents by

What you need to know for the upcoming week: Wednesday, Nov. 1: Varsity girls soccer semifinal vs. winner of #3 Peoples Academy vs #11 Stowe High School, 3 p.m. on the Upper Soccer Field Friday, Nov. 3: Grade reports go home with students Thetford Historical Society Geography Bee, 7 p.m. in the Cafe Athletics:  Wednesday, Nov. 1: Varsity girls soccer semifinals, 3 p.m. at Thetford Academy Looking Ahead- Week of November 6 Monday, Nov. 6- Fall Sports Awards Assembly, 6 p.m., Vaughan Alumni Gym. Thursday, Nov. 9- Board of Trustees Meeting, 7 p.m., TA Library ...


October 27, 2017

Posted at 19:11h in News, Parents by

Jennifer Gernhard's Cooking for Health class is sponsoring a food drive to benefit the Thetford Food Shelf. The class recently learned that the Thetford Food Bank is decreasing the frequency their patrons can visit.  Instead of every week, they will only be able to visit every other week.  This is very concerning for the patrons of the food shelf because of the significant impacts it can have on their daily lives.  So, the Cooking for Health class decided to help by organizing a food drive! If you would like to make a donation, please bring a nonperishable food item to TA before Dec....


October 25, 2017

Posted at 13:55h in News, Parents by

October’s Student of the Month for the 2017-2018 school year is an outstanding junior who demonstrates TA’s core values every day. Skyra Coulter is a pleasure with whom to share a classroom. She is creative, serious, and kind-hearted. Skyra is a true scholar who has high expectations of herself, as well as lofty goals - one of which is to travel the world. She will be well-served in those travels by her innate curiosity. She works hard to understand why and how the world is as it is, and how it can be better. She consistently produces thoughtful work, and makes...

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