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October 12, 2021

Posted at 17:34h in Academics, DEI, Head of School, News, Parents by

On Friday, October 8, TA teachers participated in the first in-service day since school's opening six weeks ago. In the day-to-day bustle of the school year, in-service time is a valuable opportunity for teachers to collaborate, share strategies and resources, and tackle new skills. It's a time to reflect together on the work of teaching and learning and to reconnect with colleagues as part of a professional learning community.  Teachers started the day with a hands-on session about electronic portfolios, led by Rebecca Walter and other colleagues on the school’s academic advisory committee. Instead of just listening to a presentation on...


October 12, 2021

Posted at 14:30h in Alumni News, DEI, Head of School, News by

Following nine months of intensive work, the TA Anti-Racism Task Force presented their findings and recommendations to the school's board of trustees this summer. The group’s final recommendations report is now complete and ready to be shared with the community and integrated into our school’s strategic plan and actions moving forward. The 12-page report includes an executive summary; an overview of the group's process last year, concluding with an at-a-glance list of its 11 recommendations (page 4); followed by an in-depth review of each recommendation outlining suggested action steps and resources. The recommendations connect with many aspects of the school's...


October 9, 2021

Posted at 10:30h in Academics, DEI, Head of School, News, Parents by

Dear TA Families,Gratitude for Friday Yesterday was one of those precious few days in the school year when only the educators are on campus. Inservice time is invaluable for colleagues to come together, reflect on the year, plan and work together, share strategies and resources, and hone our craft. We know families have to flex their schedule when students don't have school, and want to let our community know that we are grateful for the inservice time in the school calendar. This year's fall inservice agenda included a variety of topics, from transferable skills and student portfolios, to exploring resources for educators on...


October 5, 2021

Posted at 19:18h in Academics, News, Parents by

English students at Thetford Academy are encouraged to share their work with the Young Writers Project, a Vermont-based "community of young people who create and connect online through words, photos, and art." English teacher Joe Deffner on why TA's English department makes the Project a part of its curriculum: "YWP is really a wonderful tool for engaging reluctant writers," he shared, "The prompts don't require lengthy responses, so anyone can respond to them. It's also really exciting for a kid to see their work in print or in an online magazine–especially if it's a kid who might not have formerly thought...


October 5, 2021

Posted at 18:36h in Alumni News, News, Parents by

For one day each year, the Thetford Academy's Woods Trail Run has doubled the size of Thetford, VT. In a matter of hours, a small city emerges on Thetford Hill: 2,000 runners from more than 50 schools and throughout New England, rows of buses in every paved parking lot, neatly parked cars in every nearby field. The Woods Trail Run is, of course, a cross country meet. But to Thetford Academy and its community, it is also a point of pride and a place of connection. Like the trail itself, the Woods Trail event was born from the entrepreneurial spirit, goodwill,...


October 1, 2021

Posted at 17:41h in Head of School, Outdoor Education, Parents by

Dear TA Families, We are looking forward to hosting the 30th annual Woods Trail Run tomorrow! Everyone is invited to this community event, 10am-4pm, on the TA campus. Come cheer on the 2000+ runners from all over New England who come to race on our beautiful TA cross-country course. For more info, visit thetfordacademy.org/2021/09/thetford-academys-woods-trail-run-turns-30. Student clubs are up and running, and there is an inspiring variety of interests and topics students are exploring and connecting about each week. Check in at home to find out more about what your student is pursuing with club time on Fridays during power hour and/or Mondays after school....

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