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Saturday Senior Spotlight: Megan Montoya

Welcome to our Saturday Senior Spotlights for 2021! We will be highlighting a wide variety of Thornton Academy members of the class of 2021 and featuring their accomplishments in the classroom, on the athletic field, in academic competitions, in the arts, and out in the real world. We are so proud of the resilience and dedication of this class in particular and are excited to share their stories. 


Today's spotlight features Megan Montoya from Saco. Megan has embraced the international opportunities that Thornton Academy provides and has helped out with the TA summer camp program for international students, served as a captain of the TA ambassadors club, and been a member of NHS. In the Fall, Megan will be attending the University of Richmond to major in Global Studies.

What's your favorite spot on campus, and why? 

Bleachers - There is always something going on in the stadium whether it's a school assembly or a state championship game.

What is your favorite Thornton Academy tradition and why? 

I love the annual blackout games as everyone goes all out in TA gear and packs into the stands, the energy at those games is unmatched!

What is your favorite class, teacher, or club? 

I really enjoyed taking AP Human Geo last year with Mr. Nelson and have also really enjoyed taking AP Spanish this year with Mrs. Davis.

What are you most proud of from your time at Thornton Academy? 

I am most proud of the friendships and community I've made here.

Where do you see yourself in 10 years?

In ten years I hope to a career that I love and be on my way to having a family and make the occasional trip to visit my hometown!