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Holidays and Observances:
Holidays and Observances:
Black History Month, February, is an annual celebration of achievements by African Americans and a time for recognizing their central role in U.S. history.
Valentine's Day, Tuesday, February 14th: Originated as a Christian feast day honoring Saint Valentine, and now a cultural, religious, and commercial celebration of romance and love in many regions of the world.
Clubs & Activities Announcements:
TA Coders meet Tuesdays in room SB102
INK Magazine is challenging TA poets to submit a haiku to be featured on our Instagram and E-Magazine for the month of February! Submit poems:
https://forms.gle/YH6QnfLhgSB8yFx38
Help us celebrate National School Counselor Week!
Students,
February 6th - 10th is National School Counselor Week. The first full week in February each year is dedicated to recognizing the tremendous impact school counselors have in helping students achieve school success and plan for their transition to post-secondary paths. Please take a moment this week to offer a special "thank you" or expression of gratitude for the support and guidance of your school counselor.
March is Youth Art Month!
The following artists will have artwork on display at the Portland Museum of Art from March 1 - April 2, 2023, Lower Ground Floor, and digitally on the PMA's website. Certificate Presentation for grades 9-12 is March 11 at 5:30 PM. Congratulations to the TA Artists!
Ms. Thomas selected a digital photograph by Sebastian Sheilds, grade 11 in AP Art & Design. "Sebastian is a constant creator and designer that takes pride in his inquiry and process in artmaking. I am most impressed with the concept and aesthetic of his photograph."
Mrs. Merry chose a pop-art painting created by Isabella Loignon, grade 11 in Honors Painting. "This student spends an extraordinary amount of time in the studio to create artworks that surpass the lesson being taught."
Ms. Altman selected a needle-felted sculpture created by Julia Fomichenko, grade 12. "Julia is a quiet leader in sculpture class. Her ideation, craftsmanship, and execution are consistently exceptional."
~ Congratulations TA Artists for their achievements in the 2023 Scholastic Arts Competition ~
2023 Maine Region Scholastic Art Awards Exhibition, which will take place at Maine College of Art & Design from March 1–March 11, 2022.
The exhibit reception is scheduled for the First Friday Artwalk, March 3rd.
The following TA Artists will have their Silver and Gold-winning artworks on display at the Exhibition -
Gold Key Artworks: Mint Amornsirikul, Photography, Julia Fomichenko, Sculpture, Eli Palleschi (2), Drawing & Illustration, plus Film & Animation, Ivy Turbide, Mixed Media.
Silver Key Artworks: Mint Amornsirikul, Printmaking, Metis Tucker (2) Painting, and Ceramics, Thalia Tucker, Mixed Media, Ivy Turbide (2), Printmaking, and Mixed Media.
SAVE THE DATE: CEREMONY — Saturday - March 11, 2023 TIME TBD
The 2023 Maine Region Scholastics Art Exhibition will culminate with an awards ceremony to celebrate your achievements and honor our state’s art educators who are the motors behind the students’ success.
The following TA Artists will be presented with their awards at the ceremony - all should save the date to attend ~
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Opportunities and Jobs Announcements:
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Senior Announcements:
Seniors and their parents/guardians are encouraged to review the 2023 Senior End of Year Information document if you have any questions about your final semester and the celebratory events in the spring. Key information may also be found at the www.thorntonacademy.org/graduation page.
Graduation fees, which cover the cost of your diploma, cap & gown are now overdue if you haven't already paid. Instructions at: 2023 Senior End of Year Information
Questions? graduation@thorntonacademy.org
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