World Teacher’s Day is on October 5, held annually to commemorate teacher organizations worldwide.
October marks Bullying Prevention Month, a campaign to unite communities nationwide to educate and raise awareness of bullying prevention.
In addition, October is LGBT History Month, which marks and celebrates the lives and achievements of lesbian, gay bisexual and transgender people in the United States.
Upcoming Club Fair!
Get involved and make the most of your student life! Join us at the Club Fair to explore all the exciting clubs and organizations our school has to offer.
📅 Date: 10/24/24
🕒 Time: During Lunch Waves
📍 Location: Atrium
From arts and technology to volunteering and special interest groups, there's something for everyone! This is your chance to meet club leaders, sign up for activities, and discover new passions.
Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with your peers and become part of our vibrant campus community!
Art School Presentations 2024-25
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!
Tuesday, October 15th @ 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Isabella Hart, Admissions Counselor
Montserrat College of Art, Beverly, MA
Wednesday, November 13th @ 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Freddy Thomas, Admissions Counselor
Massachusetts College of Art & Design, Boston, MA
Friday, November 15th @ 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Ashley Berube, Admissions Coordinator
Hartford Art School | University of Hartford, Hartford, CT
Tuesday, November 19th @ 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Chuck Benedict, Assistant Director of Admissions
Savannah College of Art & Design, Savannah, GA
The TA Math Team has google classroom code f5d2fml. Please contact Mr. Nash at clinton.nash@thorntonacademy.org if you have questions.
Love writing? Editing and creating? Come join INK Magazine! We meet Tuesdays in SB112 from 3:00pm-3:45pm. Reach out to Ms. Farris with questions at bailey.farris@thorntonacademy.org
Do you love Thornton Academy ?
Do you love meeting new people ?
Do you want to be the reason that someone chooses to come to TA ?
Being a TA Tour Guide is a VERY cool opportunity, and also a great responsibility. YOU are the reason that new students will choose to come to TA, and YOU are their first impression of the school. Sign up to be a TA Tour Guide here
We will hold our first meeting the week of October 14th - More information to be shared closer to the date.
Photography Club Nature Walk – 10/17 3-4PM
Join the Photography Club for a nature walk on October 17th to capture the stunning fall foliage and unique architecture on our beautiful campus! No need to sign up - just show up promptly at 3:00 PM in FA122. Bring your iPhone, iPad, or DSLR if you have one. If you don’t, don’t worry - Ms. Thomas will have a few DSLR cameras available for student use.
The Angler's Society is always looking for new members. Anyone with an interest in the Maine Outdoors is encouraged to come and check it out. We meet weekly on Tuesdays from 2:50-3:00pm in SB 203 and conduct monthly outings on the water.
Senior Corner
CAP & GOWN ORDERING!
Seniors, it is time for us to begin planning for your Commencement on June 8, 2025!
If you expect to graduate, your first step is to provide some key information so that we can order your appropriately sized cap & gown. There is no cost to you for placing this order.
The deadline for cap & gown orders is: Wednesday, October 23rd
The Josten's form will ask you for:
- your name
- your estimated height, in feet and inches
- an estimated weight range, in pounds
- your email
- a parent/guardian email
The link to the cap & gown order form is:
https://jostensmaine.typeform.com/to/QX2WOX49
Questions? graduation@thorntonacademy.org
2025 Yearbook Information!
Seniors! Please check out this letter for information on the 2025 Yearbook and how to submit your senior photo, message/quote, and how to purchase the yearbook!
Questions? Please contact Mr. Pulsifer at: josh.pulsifer@thorntonacademy.org