UPPER SCHOOL
FROM THE UPPER SCHOOL ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
Left to Right : Mr . Tabor ’ 96 , Mrs . Taranko ’ 92 , Mr . Grasso
The novelist José Saramago writes that “ The virtue of maps is that they show what can be done , they foresee that everything can happen .”
Consider the following pages as a kind of map , with their detailed descriptions of the vast and varied academic offerings at Thornton Academy – each designed to meet every student where they are to help them as they find where they want to go . Our courses feature a rich diversity of subject matter and levels of appropriate challenge , allowing for an individualized path for college bound students , career or service oriented students , and those who are unsure of their post secondary education alike .
Whether your journey at Thornton Academy begins in sixth grade at TAMS , ninth grade at the upper school or a one year stint for your senior year , use these pages as your guide book . This academic map will help to chart the many routes and paths you can take to find success during your time on campus and for the adventures that await you beyond . Whatever path you choose , Thornton Academy will help find appropriate challenges to prepare you to become who you want to be and where you want to go .
Mr . Grasso Assistant Head for Faculty and Academic Affairs
Mr . Tabor ’ 96
Assistant Head for Student Affairs
Mrs . Taranko ’ 92 Associate Head of School
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