MLK, Jr. Day, on Monday, January 18th we celebrated Martin Luther King Jr’s life (and birthday).
International Holocaust Remembrance Day, Tuesday, January 27th is a day set aside to come together and remember the Holocaust and genocides that followed in the hope that one day there may be a future without genocide.
Semester Change
While many classes continue through the whole year, some end at the semester. Please make note of any blocks in your PowerSchool schedule that change for semester 2. Those new classes begin on Monday, January 24th.
Change to Credit Accrual Process
Please read the letter below from Mrs. Taranko, Associate Head of School emailed to parents/guardians last week as a reminder of our new process for awarding credits this year. For classes that are year-long, you will earn half the credit for the class when grades are finalized this month if you are passing. The remaining half of the credit will be determined in June.
Senior Announcements
SMCC On the Spot Admissions
SENIORS - SMCC on the spot admissions interviews will be held here on January 27th. If you want to sign up, see Mrs. Martin in the School Counseling Office ASAP.
End of Year Information
Seniors and their parents/guardians have received the comprehensive 2022 Senior End of Year Information document by email (sent 12/1). Key information may also be found at the www.thorntonacademy.org/graduation page.
Questions? graduation@thorntonacademy.org
Opportunities and Jobs Announcements:
SACO EXPLORERS POST 97
The Saco Police Explorer Post program is for students between the ages of 14-20 years old interested in learning about a career in law enforcement. Students who participate in the program come from various locations within Southern Maine, with some traveling an hour to attend. The program is an open enrollment; new members can sign up anytime. Information may be found on the Saco Police Department website.