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Holiday and Observances:
Ramadan began on Sunday, March 10th and will end at sundown on Tuesday, April 9th. Ramadan is a time of fasting introspection, and prayer for Muslims, the followers of Islam. It is celebrated in memory of Muhammad receiving the initial revelations of the Quran.
St. Patrick's Day, Sunday, March 17th, celebrates Saint Patrick and the arrival of Christianity in Ireland, and celebrates the heritage and culture of the Irish in general.
Vernal Equinox, Tuesday, March 19th, also known as the first day of spring.
TA Junior, Anna Tatro, will be speaking about the Study Abroad Scholarship this upcoming Monday, March 18th in the TA Library. Anna was a recipient of the scholarship and traveled to South Korea during the summer of 2023 for six weeks all expenses paid.
"The US Department of the State's National Security Language Initiative for the Youth (NSLI-Y) is part of a U.S. government initiative to foster international cooperation by ensuring that Americans have the linguistic skills and cultural knowledge necessary to effectively communicate. NSLI-Y provides overseas critical language study opportunities to American youth through merit-based scholarships to spark a lifetime interest in critical foreign languages and cultures." https://www.nsliforyouth.org)
If you're interested in helping create content for the Thornton Academy Instagram and TikTok, contact Mr. Christenbury at jeff.christenbury@thorntonacademy.org
Become a TA Tour Guide! Help welcome prospective students and families to Thornton Academy! TA Tour Guides give campus tours, connect with students on email and social media, and help out at open houses and fairs. Share your love of Thornton Academy with students and families who have yet to discover our school. FMI jamie.small@thorntonacademy.org
Interested in Homestay? Thornton Academy’s Homestay Program is looking for Homestay Families for the 2024-2025 school year. This program was started in 2010 and has been a fulfilling opportunity to both host families and their international students. This program has given international students a chance to fully immerse themselves in American life, learn about American values and customs and really hone their English language skills. For families, it’s an ideal way to gain an in-depth understanding of the world outside our borders, since students will be eager to talk about their home countries, family traditions and cultures. A Homestay experience will allow students and families to make personal connections and build life-long friendships. Families can rest assured that they will have the ongoing support from Thornton Academy throughout their time as Homestay Families.
If you would like to host one of Thornton Academy’s Homestay Students or to learn more information about the Homestay Program, please contact Homestay Coordinator, Sara Demers, at 282-3361 ext 4557 or by email at sara.demers@thorntonacademy.org
It is that time of year for the Children's Winter Carnival, sponsored by the TA Student Council, on Saturday, March 16th, 9am-12:00pm.
We want your help with as many TA students, TA staff, and TA Alumni as possible. This is an excellent event for families within our community to have fun while supporting a great cause. We hope that, with your commitment, we can fill the gym, stage, and lobby with fun things for the kids to do.
We would love to have new clubs, teams, and organizations join! We would like to see groups from TAMS participate too!
See Mrs. Martin in the School Counseling Office if you want to volunteer.
If you are a rising junior or senior and would like to participate in the Mentor Program at local elementary and middle schools next year, please ask your school counselor for the application or click on the link below. Students who participate in this program can earn credit or service hours. For more information, email Ms. Ramsey at kelsey.ramsey@thorntonacademy.org
Interested in singing as a class? Add Concert Choir to your schedule! This is for a full credit and there is no audition! No experience is necessary and the class can fulfill your Fine Arts Credit! Grab a friend and come learn to improve your skills. Link: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1KEUEaLp_pEpLp1bzBzFHQiV3R6nCwzkh
JUNIOR ARTISTS: Are you interested in taking AP Art & Design next year? If so, please complete the "AP Art & Design Teacher Recommendation Google Form" ASAP! Please feel free to stop by FA122 to speak with Ms. Thomas if you have any questions. Link: https://forms.gle/F8QEgp6aLt5VazTo9
The American Red Cross will be holding a Blood Drive with the Red Cross Club here at Thornton Academy on 3/22. The drive will be taking place on the Gym Stage from 9-2, use the QR Codes or the link to see available times. If you have any questions reach out to David.Sharland@ThorntonAcademy.org.
Interested in becoming a mentor? This is the place for you!! The BEST BUDDY program builds friendships between people with and without intellectual and physical disabilities. It offers social mentoring while improving the quality of life and level of inclusion. We’re looking for leaders! Come fit in with us every first Monday of the month in LB 104 from 2:50-3:30PM. Reach out to sarah.helgesen@thorntonacademy.org with any questions.
The T.A. Anglers' Society is open to any and all students with an interest in the outdoors. We meet weekly on Wednesdays from 2:50-3:20 and conduct monthly outings.
Athletics Announcements:
Order Your Yearbook
Yearbooks are now on sale! These highly sought-after books are available to order online at www.yearbookforever.com. We have sold out of yearbooks the past two years! We sell on a first come, first serve basis, so purchase early to ensure you receive your yearbook in May 2024! *Pictured is the 2023 edition of Tripod*
Senior Corner - Class of 2024
Graduation Fees ($50) to cover the cost of diploma, cap & gown are due by Friday, February 9th. See instructions at Fees, Cap & Gown.
Caps and gowns have already been ordered for all seniors.
Senior End of Year Senior Information Site
Questions? graduation@thorntonacademy.org
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