Curriculum Spotlight
At Thornton Academy, we intentionally create challenging, engaging curricular opportunities that prepare middle and high school students for what lies ahead while supporting a wide range of interests. Explore some of the distinctive TA experiences where academics, innovation, and creativity come together to shape well-rounded, future-ready students.
At Thornton Academy, I've had the opportunity to learn about the world around me through classes like Mr. Delcourt’s Maine Fish and Wildlife and Mrs. Campbell’s Performance and Repertory. These classes have allowed me to engage fully in both arts and sciences and taught me to think in diverse and meaningful ways.
- Khloe Parise ’27
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Think Critically. Explore Boldly. Go Deeper.
The Arts
From jazz band to painting, Chamber singers to website design, students have dozens of options to pursue their passion in the arts.
AP & Honors Courses
With more than two dozen AP courses and 40+ honors courses, TA offers the most comprehensive catalog of rigorous courses in the state of Maine.
STEM
Students are pushed to explore STEM courses with hands-on, problem-solving style courses, with modern labs and faculty members willing to evolve with the changing landscape of science, technology, engineering, and mathematics.
Technology
Not only does TA provide each student with a modern-model iPad and access to an Apple Pencil/stylus, but it also encourages its teachers to embrace the positive aspects of technology to prepare students for a changing world.
The Outdoors
Thornton Academy offers classes and clubs that take students outside of the classroom and into the distinctive environment of Maine.
University Partnerships
TA not only focuses on student outcomes while they are on campus, but also connects with local and regional universities to offer students a chance to earn college credit while still in high school, and get a step ahead for their next adventure at college.
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