Thornton Academy Postscripts Alumni Magazine Spring 2015 | Page 17

As the Thornton Academy
Middle School’s first chapter
concludes, Headmaster
Menard looks forward to
turning the page to the
next chapter-- and that still
includes Arundel students.

In an open letter to all residents of the town of Arundel, Headmaster Rene Menard
‘88 described the exciting changes at the Thornton Academy Middle School.
“The ten-year contract through which all Arundel middle school students attend Thornton Academy will expire in June
2016. At that time, Arundel families with students in grades six through twelve will have educational choice. Thornton
Academy is one of those choices for 6-12th graders. Thornton Academy Middle School (TAMS) was built ten years ago, in
partnership with Arundel, to answer the community’s need for additional space and programming for its middle school
students.
“The result has been nothing short of amazing, with TAMS echoing the strengths of M. L. Day School by providing
Arundel students with high quality education in a small and personal environment. Arundel students in both the middle
and high schools have succeeded here, becoming citizens who contribute to our TA community in positive and productive
ways.

We will continue welcoming Arundel students to Thornton Academy!
“Providing a good education is a primary community responsibility. TA will honor and support the educational choices
Arundel families will make in the coming years. The Thornton Academy Middle School program— from classrooms
to athletic fields to performance stage—offers a diverse range of academic offerings and after-school activities. Our
school culture includes and welcomes a diverse student body. TA faculty and administrators are capable, committed, and
accessible. That being said, we hope Thornton Academy will be your foremost choice.”

Did You Know? In addition to welcoming students from Arundel, TAMS educates middle

schoolers from several surrounding towns, including: Dayton, Saco, Scarborough & Portland.
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