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Holidays and Observances:
Holidays and Observances:
Autumnal Equinox on September 23 marks the first day of fall. The sun shines nearly equally on both hemispheres when it is fall in the Northern Hemisphere and simultaneously spring in the Southern Hemisphere.
Pillar Assembly
We are excited to continue the tradition of student recognition and celebration through Pillar Assemblies! We'll have our first 23-24 assembly on Wednesday, September 27th,
Pillar Day
Warning Bell 8:30
Block 1 8:35-9:50
Block 2 9:55-11:00
Pillar Assembly 11:05-11:36
Block 3 11:41-1:25
A Lunch 11:41
B Lunch 12:07
C Lunch 12:33
D Lunch 12:59
Block 4 1:30-2:45
NWEA Testing, Wednesday, October 4th
NWEA testing will take place on Wednesday, October 4th for all 9th and 10th grade students. Most students will take the exam with their advisory group and teacher. Please make sure you are checking your TA email for important information. This day is an Early Release Day. Testing will begin at the start of block 1 and students will be dismissed from their testing room at noon.
There will be NO classes for 11th and 12th grade students on this day; there will be voluntary post-secondary planning activities hosted by the school counseling office available (through sign-ups) for 11th and 12th graders. More information on those sessions to come via email.
TA Release Form
Juniors and Seniors may fill out the TA Release form for any block that is currently a study hall. Sophomores may request release only for a block 1 or 4.
Parking Passes
Juniors and Seniors are eligible for parking permits and will be issued in order of request until they are all gone. Once you fill out the Student Parking Permit form you need to pick up your permit at Mr. Trask's office.
College Mini-Fairs
The School Counseling Office will be hosting College Mini-Fairs in the Atrium during block 2 on Tuesday, Sept 26 (G) and Tuesday, Oct 3 (M)
Teachers will be provided a time to bring their junior and/or senior students to the fair.
Participating Colleges/Universities on Tuesday, September 26: Assumption College; Bard College; Bentley University; Central Maine Community College (CMCC); Clark University; Endicott College; Husson University; Keene State College; Lynn University; Maine College of Health Professions; Maine Maritime Academy; Merrimack College; Ohio Wesleyan University; Plymouth State University; Roger Williams University; Saint Joseph's College; Salve Regina University; Southern New Hampshire University (SNHU); University of Maine, Farmington (UMF); University of Maine, Orono; University of New Hampshire (UNH); University of San Francisco; University of Southern Maine (USM); York County Community College (YCCC)
Participating Colleges/Universities/Programs on Tuesday, October 3: AmeriCorps VISTA; Bath Iron Works (BIW); Dean College; Emmanuel College; Goodwill NNE AmeriCorps; Gordon College; Maine College of Art & Design (MECA&D); Massachusetts College of Pharmacy & Health Sciences; Northwest Missouri State University; Quinnipiac University; Roanoke College; Rutgers University; Saint Anselm College; Southern Maine Community College (SMCC); Suffolk University; The Landing School of Boat Building & Design; Unity College; Unity College: Technical Institute for Environmental Professions; University of Maine, Augusta (UMA); University of Maine, Presque Isle (UMPI); University of Massachusetts, Amherst (UMass); University of New England (UNE); University of Rhode Island (URI); Vermont State University (Castleton/Northern Vermont University/Vermont Technical College); Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI)
Art School Presentations 2023-24
The following Art School presentations have been scheduled during Ms. Thomas’ Gold 4 block class in room FA 122(B). All Junior & Senior Artists interested in attending art school at the post-secondary level may attend as long as they have permission from their Gold 4 Teacher and have a pass from them. Please sign-up in advance with Ms. Thomas in person after school or by email. Students must have a pass from their academic teacher the day of the presentation. Please no surprise drop-ins on the day of the presentation!
Friday, September 22nd @ 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Ian Colwell, Admissions Counselor
Maine College of Art & Design, Portland, ME
Thursday, October 26th @ 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Eric Kaster, Assistant Director of Admissions College for Creative Studies in Detroit, MI
Thursday, November 9th @ 1:30pm - 2:45pm
Jon Bolles, Assistant Director of Admissions Massachusetts College of Art & Design, Boston, MA
Additional presentations are in the process of being scheduled, at which time an updated announcement will be shared.
Clubs & Activities Announcements:
TA Tour Guides - 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. E-mail Mrs. Demers FMI sara.demers@thorntonacademy.org
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.
Questions about submissions? Contact bailey.farris@thorntonacademy.org
Are you interested in volunteering? Come join the Interact Club! The club meets 2x per month and volunteers at a variety of events both on campus and off. For more information reach out to Mrs. Campbell: emma.campbell@thorntonacademy.org or join our Google Classroom, class code aocvcfp
Academic World Quest is looking for one more student to join the class, M4! If you have an interest in World Affairs, Political Science or International Relations, think about adding AWQ to your schedule. We have already qualified for Nationals in Washington DC in April!!!!!
Classics Club! The first meeting of TA' s Classics Club will take place on Thursday, Sept. 28 at 2:50 in TH102. The club is open to anyone interested in any aspect of the worlds of the ancient Greeks and Romans--history, mythology, language, culture, bad movies about the same--anything! Knowledge of Latin or ancient Greek NOT required! The club meets every other Thursday. Join us for food and fun!
Thursday 9/21 - Student Council, Library, 8-8:25am
New members are always welcome - dedicated to building a stronger TA community. Student Council works to better our community and leave a long-lasting, positive impact. Come and join us.
2024 EF Trip to Germany & Switzerland is next Tuesday (Sept 12) at 6:00pm via Zoom! For more information or question, contact Ms. Farris at bailey.farris@thorntonacademy.org -- Register for the info meeting here: https://bit.ly/3P5KT7R
Athletics Announcements:
Opportunities and Jobs Announcements:
Click on the jobs bar above or on this job announcements link.
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
Please review the TA Yearbook Senior Letter for information on how to submit your Senior Photo and Senior Message, purchase a Baby Ad, and purchase a yearbook!
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