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THIS WEEKEND! Drama Department Presents Radium Girls, Nov. 17-19 ArtsNewsParents

THIS WEEKEND! Drama Department Presents Radium Girls, Nov. 17-19

This November, Thetford Academy's Drama Department is excited to present Radium Girls by D.W. Gregory. Inspired by a true story, Radium Girls takes place in 1926, a time when radium was a miraculous treatment, Madame Curie was a global celebrity, and luminous watches were the newest fashion item—that is, until…
Patty McIlvaine
November 14, 2023
TA Middle School Students Use the Power of Audio to Tell Stories AcademicsArtsNewsParents

TA Middle School Students Use the Power of Audio to Tell Stories

Audio storytelling – from long-form documentaries to short digital narratives – is a booming creative medium. Through radio, podcasts, and other forms of digital sharing, an audio story invites the listener into an experience that feels both intimate and immersive. At Thetford Academy, current 8th grade students are learning about…
Patty McIlvaine
November 9, 2023
TA Celebrates Veterans Day with Guest Speakers from Thetford’s American Legion NewsParents

TA Celebrates Veterans Day with Guest Speakers from Thetford’s American Legion

On Monday, November 7, TA students gathered for a special assembly marking the upcoming Veterans Day holiday. The assembly opened with a performance of "A Light of Hope, A Song of Peace" by Thetford Academy's choral students, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance and an introduction to the history and…
Patty McIlvaine
November 8, 2023
Robotics Team Brings Home the Hardware from First Competition NewsParents

Robotics Team Brings Home the Hardware from First Competition

Guest post from TA's robotics coach Leif LaWhite TA's robotics team 4886, traveled to Fryeburg, ME on Saturday for their first competition of the 23-24 season - and they brought home the aluminum.   TA sent four robots to the tourney: 4886S: Aden Perry, Connor Kutter-Walker, and Duncan MacPhee,  4886Y: Rowan Moody-A'Ness, Aiden Ouelette, Lucca…
Patty McIlvaine
November 8, 2023
Alumni Association News: Holiday Craft Bazaar, Memory Tree and More Alumni NewsNewsParents

Alumni Association News: Holiday Craft Bazaar, Memory Tree and More

The Thetford Academy Alumni Association (TAAA) recently sent out their fall newsletter with details for their annual Holiday Craft Bazaar and other upcoming events. This year, the Bazaar will be held on Saturday, November 18, 2023 from 9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Thetford Academy. Featuring more than 50 unique…
Patty McIlvaine
October 31, 2023
Head of School Weekly Email: Happy Halloween & November News AcademicsAthleticsHead of SchoolNewsParents

Head of School Weekly Email: Happy Halloween & November News

Dear TA Families, This week's email is full of dates and details to help with planning as we transition into the month of November. Check out the events below and find the ones that match your needs and interests. There is something for everyone! Spirit Week at TA: October 30-November 3. Sponsored…
Carrie Brennan
October 27, 2023