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January 20, 2023

Posted at 16:34h in Academics, Head of School, News, Parents by

Featured photo: The 8th graders took a little time out of their English class today to make some maple sugar snow treats. Dear TA Families, I hope students had a good week and are settling into their routines. The start of the new semester is an exciting time of change for high schoolers, as well as a 'turn a new leaf' opportunity for middle schoolers.  Here are some mid-January updates for TA families ...


January 20, 2023

Posted at 11:52h in Counseling, News, Parents by

On Thursday, January 19, 2023, the Counseling Office presented an introduction to the college process for Thetford Academy juniors and their families. The event, led by Counseling Director Mark Pichette, provided an overview of the college application process and offered resources and tips for students and families starting to think about their college options. In the recording of the meeting, families can find information about: Roles and responsibilities of the student/parent/counselor A general timeline of tasks to cover Holistic assessment of applicants Naviance The Common Application Standardized tests Demonstrated Interest Financial Aid Scholarships ...


January 18, 2023

Posted at 14:01h in Alumni News, News by

Thetford Academy's birthday is coming up and we're getting ready to celebrate! Founders' Day this year will be held on February 3, 2023, with the theme of "TA Departments" - we can only imagine what our students will come up with, but we know it's going to be great. This year, we're hoping to add a few alumni to our judges panel. Do you think you have what it takes? For example, do you know the difference between a mural and a banner? What makes a great ice sculpture? Is it important that the class skit include references to Steve...


January 17, 2023

Posted at 14:26h in Academics, News, Parents by

Each year at TA, students are given the opportunity to tackle a project in an area of personal interest through the TA Challenge Course program. The topics for these courses are as unique as TA students themselves, and have ranged from equestrian training to aviation, climate change to gender studies. On January 10, 2023, two students took the opportunity to present their fall semester Challenge Courses to the members of the Counseling Department, detailing their topic of interest, explaining their research and learning, and showcasing their final projects. A longtime lover of writing, Oliver Yukica '25, spent his fall Challenge Course...


January 14, 2023

Posted at 10:59h in Head of School, News, Parents by

On Tuesday, we will begin our third quarter of the school year and a new semester. High schoolers will have an entirely new schedule of classes. Middle schoolers will maintain the same schedule and teachers for most of their day, with just a rotation in their afternoon arts/tech electives. Drop/Add Period & Course Availability For students in grades 9-12, the first week of the semester provides a window of time to make schedule changes. The counseling department sent an email (from Tippi Oshoniyi) to HS students and parents on Jan. 11 about course openings. There are a number of interesting electives in the...


January 12, 2023

Posted at 10:30h in Academics, News, Parents by

Students in English 10 presented their Anthologies in the Martha Jane Rich Theater on January 7 to an audience of families and faculty and student guests. This year marks the 32nd year of the project started by retired teacher Peggy Sadler back in 1991. The Anthology Project is a rite of passage at Thetford Academy, one that every student must complete as part of TA’s required English curriculum. The assignment challenges students to explore identity and voice through the written word; it must include students’ own writing as well as selections from the works of others. Throughout the semester, students work to compile pieces of writing–essays,...

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