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June 21, 2023

Posted at 13:39h in Academics, News, Parents by

Summer is a great time to catch up on your reading and Thetford Academy's educators are sharing their picks! From memoirs and fiction to social justice, equity, and antiracism in the classroom, the natural world to the technological one, TA's "to-read" list has something for everyone. Check out what we're reading and hear from faculty about their choices. Kristen Downey, Teaching & Learning Coordinator and English Faculty Just Schools: Building Equitable Collaborations with Families and Communities by Ann M. Ishimaru As a parent, it seems natural to me that families and communities should be well-connected to their local schools. As an educator,...


June 21, 2023

Posted at 10:23h in News by

This Sunday, from 6-8pm (weather-depending), Thetford Academy is excited to present Good Gravy, the first event in TA's new “Schoolhouse Rocks" concert series. Good Gravy, a bluegrass band hailing from Burlington, VT features the trio Joe Agnello, Jeff Wilson, and Jack Vignone. The band pays homage to bluegrass legends such as Tony Rice, Norman Blake, and Doc Watson. With great music and food from VinDogs and Tug Mountain Pizza, the concert series opener will be fun for the whole family. On July 15th at 5pm, the Western Terrestrials will follow with their own hard-driving take on country music. Fronted by Thetford...


June 19, 2023

Posted at 08:37h in DEI, News by

Thetford Academy celebrates and acknowledges Juneteenth as an important milestone in our nation's history. On this day, we commemorate the emancipation of enslaved African Americans and recognize the ongoing struggle for racial justice and equality in our society. As an educational institution committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive community, we believe it is essential to understand and reflect upon the significance of Juneteenth. This day serves as a reminder of the immense resilience and strength demonstrated by individuals who fought for their freedom and the challenges they overcame. It is an opportunity for us to learn from the past and...


June 15, 2023

Posted at 09:13h in Alumni News, News, Parents by

Thetford Academy is excited to present its first-ever summer concert series, "Schoolhouse Rocks." Join TA this summer for music, fun, and food trucks! The line-up begins on Sunday, June 25 at 6pm, with the bluegrass band Good Gravy. The Burlington, VT trio (Joe Agnello, Jeff Wilson, and Jack Vignone) pay homage to bluegrass legends such as Tony Rice, Norman Blake, and Doc Watson. With great music and food from VinDogs and Tug Mountain Pizza, the concert series opener will be fun for the whole family. On July 15th at 5pm, the Western Terrestrials will bring their own hard-driving take on country...


June 13, 2023

Posted at 15:00h in Academics, Head of School, News, Parents by

Dear TA Families, The 2022-2023 school year has come to a close, and what a finale it was!  Congratulations to the Class of 2023, who celebrated their graduation on Friday evening. The ceremony was held in the Vaughan Alumni Gymnasium due to the weather, and the skies cleared in time for an outside reception afterwards. Thank you to our official event photographer Dan Grossman for capturing this special milestone for the seniors and their families. A few photos are attached below, and the full collection is available on his website: mapleleafphotos.smugmug.com/Thetford-Academy-By-Year. Congratulations are also in order for all of our varsity teams this spring. Panther...


June 12, 2023

Posted at 16:36h in Academics, Head of School, Parents by

Congratulations to the 42 members of the Class of 2023! Thetford Academy's 204th graduation ceremony on June 9, held in the Vaughan Alumni Gymnasium, marked the end of high school for TA's seniors and the beginning of new adventures and opportunities. The weather and the move indoors did not dampen spirits as family, friends, and classmates filled the seats and bleachers to celebrate the milestone with the graduates. Class President Harley Ransom opened the ceremony with a welcome, sharing a by-the-numbers look at the last four years. "Number of states whose colleges will be enrolling TA 2023 graduates in the fall:...

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