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March 9, 2026

Posted at 14:03h in News by

Photo: Camp Hanoum guests arrive by train circa 1920 The Thetford Historical Society (THS) and the Thetford Semiquincentennial Committee (SQC) are excited to present "The History of Thetford and its Historians" this Sunday, March 15 at 3 p.m. in Thetford Academy's Martha Jane Rich Theater. In this engaging and informative talk, THS Director Martha Howard and former Thetford Academy history teacher Steve Niederhauser take a deep dive into the history of Thetford and share rarely seen photos of the town and its residents in times past. They will pay special attention to the town's historians from the 20th century, the...


March 7, 2026

Posted at 09:09h in Academics, Athletics, Head of School, News, Parents, Student Life by

Dear TA Families, There is so much talent at TA - and we've been taking it on the road a lot lately, traveling to destinations throughout Vermont and beyond to compete, perform, and shine! Seniors Madison Balch and Lorelei St. Martin competed in the VT/NY state culinary championships and won 1st place in management and 3rd place in cooking. Now they move on to nationals in Baltimore. Juniors Jesse Martin and Kai Slayton grabbed first place in the VT/NH robotics championships last month (read all about it) and now head to the world competition later this spring, along with three other TA robotics...


March 3, 2026

Posted at 15:12h in Academics, News, Parents, Student Life by

My colleague, English teacher Sarah Hancock, and I have been thinking about how we, as educators, can help our students and colleagues make space in our distracting world for reading. And so school break reading challenges have become a staple this year at TA.  February is Black History Month, and we could think of no better way to continue to help students and staff celebrate their reading lives than to celebrate Black joy by reading Black authors over break.  What is Black joy? Elaine Nichols writes on the National Museum of African American History & Culture website, that Black joy is what...


March 3, 2026

Posted at 15:05h in Academics, Arts, News, Parents, Student Life by

Step into the wit and romance of Pride and Prejudice by Melissa Leilani Larson, a lively one-act adaptation of Jane Austen's Pride and Prejudice. This production is part of the Vermont State Drama Council’s One Act Festival. Presented by the Thetford Academy Performing Arts Department, this spirited production brings to life Elizabeth Bennet and the enigmatic Mr. Darcy as they navigate society’s expectations, family pressures, and their own stubborn first impressions.  Filled with sharp humor, memorable characters, and timeless romance, this fast-paced adaptation honors the elegance and manners of the Regency era while weaving in a fresh, modern twist that makes...


March 3, 2026

Posted at 14:11h in Head of School, News, Parents by

Campus was bustling with activity on Saturday, Feb. 28 as Thetford’s 2026 Town Meeting took place in the Vaughan Alumni Gymnasium. The gym was packed with residents for the town business portion in the morning and a smaller crowd lingered for the annual school meeting in the afternoon. Two dozen town committees and nonprofit organizations were also tabling throughout the day, engaging community members with information and opportunities for involvement.  While the school meeting is presided over by the Thetford Town School District Board, the presentation and Q&A with the community reflect a collaborative effort involving Thetford Elementary School, Thetford Academy,...


March 3, 2026

Posted at 12:26h in Academics, News, Parents, Student Life by

For the past six years, Thetford Academy's 2025 Strategic Plan has served our community well, providing a helpful framework for our work as educators. With the expiration of the plan, we are excited to come back to the table to develop a thoughtful vision for TA's future. Thetford Academy has convened a new Strategic Planning Task Force to guide this work. Made up of current and former trustees, representatives from employee, student, and parent groups, and members of the wider TA community, the task force has started with an analysis of our current mission statement. We view our mission as...

our VALUES

Excellence

We set high expectations. We challenge all members of the school community to reach their highest potential.

Commitment

We value initiative, courage and dedication. We take personal responsibility for the goals we set and work hard to achieve them.

Cooperation

We work and learn together. We see teachers as coaches, students as team members, families as partners, and learning as practice and action.

Caring

We provide individuals with personalized support and guidance. We care about each other and the larger community.

Diversity

We respect differences among people. We welcome the contribution of varied perspectives to a rich and flexible school culture.