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On Friday, September 22, a beautifully sunny first day of autumn, Thetford Academy students and staff headed out to six regional peaks for a day of hiking. We had perfect conditions for the 45th Frederick Torrey Mountain Day. For the first time since September 2019, the pandemic (with its many limitations and accompanying bus shortages) was not in our way, and we were able to return to the tradition of each grade heading out to climb its 'own' mountain. Class of 2024 - Moosilauke Class of 2025 - Ascutney Class of 2026 - Smarts Class of 2027 - Cardigan Class of 2028 - Black Class...


Mountain DayLooking forward to a fun day of hiking. It is good for student's mental and physical health to be outside and be active. If your child has: asthma or a food or bee sting allergy or a seizure condition, please send them with their emergency medicines. However, if the medicine is normally kept in the Health Office, then the nurse will send it with the student's chaperones. Friendly Reminders:Please return the light green health cards to the health office as soon as possible. Thank you to all who have. Please check for deer ticks - especially after Mountain Day Shower & wash...


It was a great Homecoming for the Panthers on Saturday - both the boys and girls varsity soccer teams defeated Lyndon Institute and added a "W" to their season record. The girls took the field at 11:00 a.m. on TA's, up two at the half and finishing it off in the second to take LI 5-1. The boys followed suit, shutting out Lyndon 5-0. On Wednesday, the Panther boys took a loss v. Hazen (home) and now stand at 4-1. The girls travel to Lake Region on Thursday, followed by the boys on Saturday. Next week, both teams take...


On Tuesday, September 19, Thetford Academy's Counseling Office hosted a virtual college information session for current seniors and their families. The one-hour workshop, led by director of counseling Mark Pichette, provided an overview of the college application process and offered families tips and resources to help along the way. Some of the topics covered in the event were: An overview of the application process Responsibilities of the student/parent/counselor How schools evaluate applications Different types of deadlines Standardized tests this year How you demonstrate interest to schools Financial aid basics Types of scholarships GAP years and deferring enrollment The session was recorded; see the video below. Families and students can also...


Dear TA Families, Today was a special day for our new high schoolers - the Class of 2027 - as they all participated in our annual 9th grade retreat. Fortunately, it was a beautiful autumn day (no rain!). Students spent the day outdoors on the TA south campus connecting as a class in a variety of team building activities, facilitated by their advisors, counselors, and a cadre of 12th grade peer leaders. The 9th grade retreat has been a TA tradition for generations, in one form or another, as a way to bring all of the students from our many sending towns...


This year's Homecoming event is coming together, let's show our Panther Pride! We are excited to announce that after the Homecoming games, Vermont's own Gully Boys will be rocking the campus quad. This concert is free and open to the public - come out and enjoy some live music with us! Homecoming Schedule of Events 10:00 a.m. Alumni Soccer 11:00 a.m. Girls Soccer v. Lyndon Institute 1:30 p.m. Boys Soccer v. Lyndon Institute 3:00 p.m. Gully Boys on the TA Quad 10am-3pm - Bounce House, Inflatable Obstacle Course, Concessions from Project Senior, Alumni Giveaways, FUN! ...

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