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      👇 Extended Advisory Schedule for Thursday, February 26th
2/25 ~ Early Release Day & Parent/Teacher Conf
3/11 ~ Early Release Day & Academic Expo
3/19 ~ SAT for Juniors (need to have registered by 2/13)
3/25 ~ Early Release Day
3/27 ~ End of Quarter 3
3/30 ~ Spring Sports Begin
  4/4 ~ Spring Fling Dance
From the School Counseling Office
Sophomores & Juniors
Application for the Biddeford Regional Center of Technology (BRCOT) are OPEN. Students can apply here. Deadline is March 1stÂ
JuniorsÂ
UNH Tour - April 14, 2026 - 8:30 am - 12:30 pm
Sign up at the School Counseling Office.
*Hosted by the National Honor Society
TA will once again host this annual event, bringing together our community to support those impacted by cancer.
We believe in Youth! All Tri ME Triathlons are free to High School Students if registered by 4/1/26!
The three Tri ME triathlons will become part of a USAT series for High School athletes! It is time to get the younger generation involved in what we know is a great sport. Help us get the word out. Let's see how many under 19 are ready to sign up!
If anyone is interested in this community event, please contact Mr. Grasso
Email or see Mrs. Murray if time slots are full and you would still like an audition!
Auditions for the 2026-2027 Dance Company will be Thursday, March 12 from 3-4 in the dance studio. All students must fill out this audition form: https://forms.gle/hmnYejs52aXiGZWM8
Please see Mrs. Campbell with any questions.Â
Support the TA Calendar Raffle!
We’re excited to share a fun and meaningful way for our TA community to come together!
This year, all classes are joining forces for one school-wide fundraising event: the TA Calendar Raffle Fundraiser. Â Even better, 100% of the proceeds from each calendar sold go directly back to the class of the student selling it, helping each class reach its goals while strengthening school spirit across TA.
This single, unified fundraiser supports each class individually—raising funds for important events like Prom, Senior Night, and other class activities, while also continuing a long-standing TA tradition where each class gives back to the school through a meaningful class gift.
To make the Calendar Raffle a success, we are currently collecting donations. These donations allow us to create an exciting calendar filled with daily winners and great prizes.
You can support this effort by signing up through our SignUpGenius, where you can:
Donate items or gift cards for raffle prizes
Pre-order raffle calendars
Sign up to help sell calendars and earn individual incentives
Please click the link below for more details and to get involved. Thank you for your support and for helping make this school-wide fundraiser a success!Â
The TA Thrift store has been in full swing and has some item needs. If you have any of these to donate, or know someone who does, please reach out to Adeline Burman, Mrs. Martin, Ms. Serrano, or Frau Cole. Thank you!
The Arts Department is pleased to share this special art exhibition and invite you to celebrate the accomplishments of Mrs. Altman, Mr. Hanright, and Ms. Thomas, each of whom has several artworks featured in the show. The Exhibition will be available through March 27th.
Once again, Ms. Thomas served as co-coordinator for the MAEA exhibit.Â
March is Youth Art Month!
Scholastic Arts Competition Results 2025-26
Congratulations Thornton Artists!Â
Rozlyn Ayotte '26, Silver Key for an Individual Artwork: "Little River in Oil"
Miley Hawkins '26, Honorable Mention for an Individual Artwork: "TA Holiday Greeting Graphic"
Exhibition:
Gold and Silver Key award–winning works will be included in the exhibition, which will be held at Maine College of Art & Design from February 20–March 14, 2026. A casual reception will take place during the First Friday Art Walk on March 6.
Maine Region Art Awards Ceremony:
The awards ceremony will be held on March 14, celebrating Honorable Mention, Silver, and Gold Award recipients for their achievements. More details to follow.
Traveling Trojans Head to Peru in Spring of 2027
We’re thrilled to announce our upcoming trip to Peru, taking place over April break in 2027! We will be visiting Lima, Sacred Valley, Cuzco, Machu Picch and taking a boat excursion on Lake Titicaca! The best news is, your student is invited! This life-changing experience will help students build confidence, independence, and global perspective.
We’re holding a one-time informational meeting on Tuesday January, 27th to share everything you need to know—as spots on this trip are limited: Find meeting info and RSVP HERE. We will meet at Thornton Academy, but will also have a google meets link for those who would like to attend online.
Why attend?
- Learn how to save $200 with early enrollment.
- Get first access to limited spots.
- Learn about what we’ll see and do, academic opportunities, trip cost, and more.
In the meantime, please visit EF’s website to get answers to common parent questions. You can also view our tour's website to get more detailed information on the trip. EF Tours is our trusted travel partner, and they have 60 years of experience helping students explore the world safely and affordably.
I hope to see you there and look forward to sharing how this trip can be a powerful and unforgettable chapter in your child’s life! ~Sara Gallo
The Art Club meetings will be held from 3:00–4:00 PM in FA 116. Please plan to arrive on time and stay for the full duration of our monthly meetings. Meeting Dates: 3/2, 4/6, 5/4. Google Classroom: x5ce5wzm
TA Active Minds meets every Wednesday at 8:00am in MB 208. All are welcome to join us! See Mrs. Ford or Ms. More FMI.Â
Student Council meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 26th in the Library at 8:00am. We will discuss the upcoming food drive. All are welcome to attend!
Upcoming Events:
Food Drive (Door to door) - March 7
Children’s Winter Carnival - March 28
Spirit Week - March 30 ~ April 3
Spring Fling Dance - April 4
Photography Club!Â
All those interested in participating — students and staff — in this year’s planning of activities are welcome! Bring your ideas, creativity, and enthusiasm!
Meetings are 3-4 PM in FA 122. Meeting Dates: 2/26, 3/19, 4/30, 5/21. Google Classroom Join Code: 2swmmfcl
Senior Section 2026
Thank you all for your help with cap & gown sizing, we collected information from all graduating seniors. Your guide to all things graduation is now shareable:
TA Graduation and Senior Events
The Graduation Fee of $50 goes toward the cost of the diploma, cap & gown, and other graduation items given to seniors. This payment is now overdue if not paid, and is required prior to purchasing prom tickets in the spring.Â
Questions? graduation@thorntonacademy.org
2026 Yearbook Information
Seniors! Please check out this letter for information on the 2026 Yearbook and how to submit your senior photo, message/quote, and how to purchase the yearbook!Â
Questions? Please contact Mr. Pulsifer at: josh.pulsifer@thorntonacademy.org
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