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Extended Advisory for TODAY, October 16th - Bell Schedule HERE (page #3)
BRCOT AM students will be dismissed from COT at 10:35 instead of 10:50 to return in time for the special advisory
PM students will be dismissed at 12:10 to allow them time for lunch after the special advisory
Homecoming Rally Friday, October 18th - Rally Schedule HERE (page #2)
BRCOT PM students will be dismissed from COT at 2:05 instead of 2:30 to return in time for the rally
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!
Portfolio Support for Senior Artists:
Are you looking for feedback on your in-progress portfolio? If so, you are encouraged to attend the upcoming in-person Boston National Portfolio Day!
Saturday, October 19, 12:00-4:00 PM
Hynes Convention Center
Boston, MA
National Portfolio Day (NPD) is an opportunity for those who wish to pursue an education in the visual and related arts to meet with representatives from colleges accredited by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), or its equivalent. Representatives will be available to review your artwork, discuss their programs and answer questions about professional careers in art. Events are free and open to the public; high school students, parents, teachers, guidance counselors and college transfer students are encouraged to attend.
FMI: https://nationalportfolioday.org/
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!
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
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.
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
Student Council is meeting in the Library on Thursday, October 17th at 8:00 am.
Curious to know what’s happening with Best Buddies? Join us on the first Thursday of every month! Our next big event is our Halloween Extravaganza on October 31st! Interested? Join our google classroom @ v2yrw4u and reach out to sarah.helgesen@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.
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.
*If you didn't get a reminder email on Tuesday afternoon (10/8/24), then we've received your cap and gown 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
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