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November 10, 2020

Posted at 13:32h in News, Parents by

Thetford Academy is hosting a Virtual Open House for prospective students and their families on Thursday, November 12 at 7 p.m.With representatives from our faculty, our parent community, and our student body, we hope to provide families a fun and informative overview of Thetford Academy's programs, followed by an interactive Q & A session.Please direct any questions to our Enrollment Coordinator, Molly Dugan-Sullivan at [email protected] or by phone at (802)-785-4805 x202.Register now: www.thetfordacademy.org/open-house. We look forward to meeting you! ...


November 9, 2020

Posted at 09:50h in Counseling, News, Parents by

On Thursday, November 5, the TA Counseling Department hosted a virtual college information session for seniors and their families. Topics included the college application process, financial aid, and scholarship information. The event was recorded and can be viewed here. Questions about this event or any of the topics covered should be referred to our TA Counseling Office staff Mark Pichette or Molly Dugan-Sullivan. ...


November 6, 2020

Posted at 15:55h in Head of School, News, Parents by

November 6, 2020 Dear Thetford Academy Parents and Guardians, This letter and the enclosed report card for 1st quarter are important reminders that we have arrived at the half-way mark of this unusual fall semester.  Behind each letter grade are nine weeks of experiences, assignments, honed skills and new knowledge. Please take time with your student to talk about the report card. Use it as an opportunity to reflect together on the first couple months of the school year: What did your student enjoy the most, what was their biggest challenge, which teachers did they find a new connection with, what work is your student...


November 5, 2020

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

Dear TA Families & Students, We are convening virtual parent nights this quarter to replace the back-to-school event we traditionally host on campus in the fall. Look out for more event details and directions to come closer to the events. For now, please save the dates! TA High School Parent Night - Nov. 19, 7:00-8:30pmTA Middle School Parent Night - Dec. 3, 7:00-8:30pm The Fridays following the two parent nights will be remote half days for students. Please make note of these dates as well: Special Half Day Remote Schedule - Friday, Nov. 20Special Half Day Remote Schedule - Friday, Dec. 4 Additional events happening on...


October 30, 2020

Posted at 16:39h in Head of School, News, Parents by

Dear TA Students & Families, With the season's first snowfall this morning, along with the news in recent weeks of COVID cases in schools as close to us as Lyme and Lebanon, we need to be prepared for occasions later this fall and winter when we might need to cancel the on-campus school day experience at TA and shift to fully remote instruction.  The need to do this could occur for a variety of reasons, including inclement weather*, COVID cases, or staff shortages. The length of time could vary; it might be as brief as one day or last for multiple weeks. As...


October 23, 2020

Posted at 16:32h in Parents by

Eight Thetford Academy students recently participated in the pilot launch of Regeneration Corps, a Vermont-based "learning movement supporting youth in gaining the hands-on skills necessary to transition from an extractive culture to one that is regenerative." The two immersive sessions, hosted at Thetford's Cedar Circle Farm, were an opportunity for students to get off campus and get their hands dirty–while also engaging in important dialogue about regenerative agriculture, climate change, Just Transition principles, and racial justice. The Regeneration Corps program is a new collaboration among Vermont non-profits with an interest in sustainable, just, and healthy communities, including BALE (Building a...

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