Save the Dates

• First Coffee On The Porch: May 1, 2026 at the Digital Lab. The first one of next school year is September 11 at 8:00 am. 
• MS Ice Cream Social:  Thursday, July 30, at 4:00 pm.
• MS/US Fly-In: Thursday, August 13, from 4:00 pm to 6:00 pm - this drop-in style open house gives families and students a chance to pick up laptops, get oriented with campus, learn about clubs, and much more.
• MS/US New Parent Orientation: Saturday, August 15, from 9:00 am to 12:00 pm - more information to come.
• LS Meet the Teacher: Monday, August 17, from 9:00 am to 10:00 am.
• MS/US New Student Orientation: Monday, August 17, from 8:15 am to 3:15 pm.
• LS First Day of School: Tuesday, August 18, half day: dismissal at noon.
• MS/US First Day of Classes: Tuesday, August 18, full day: dismissal at 3:15 pm.

To view the Academic Calendar click here.

Grade 5 and 6

Students will be enrolled in the Grade 5 or 6 curriculum, which includes English, math, history/social sciences, science, Spanish, and physical education. Grade 5 students take a rotation of our visual and performing arts course offerings and Grade 6 students take a rotation of our Signature Programs course offerings. No action is needed. Refer to the 2026-27 Middle School Course Offerings Guide for more information.

Grades 7 and 8

Students in Grades 7 and 8 will be enrolled in the Grade 7 or 8 curriculum, which includes English, math, history/social sciences, and science. Grade 7 students take a rotation of our visual and performing arts course offerings and Grade 8 students take a rotation of our Signature Programs course offerings. Grades 7 and 8 students select their world language and PE courses. Parents/Guardians will receive a form to make these selections. Refer to the 2026-27 Middle School Course Offerings Guide to review the options.

Grades 9 through 12

Students will meet with Sabrina Strickland, Registrar, to select courses for the 2026-27 academic year. Ms. Strickland will reach out to families directly to schedule a meeting. Please review the 2026-27 Upper School Course Offerings Guide in advance.

Lower School:

Morning drop-off begins at 7:45 am. All students should be dropped off by 8:10 am. Breakfast will be served from 7:45 am and will end promptly at 8:15 am.

Afternoon carpool starts at  3:15 pm. All students who are not picked up by 3:30 will need to participate in after-care.

Middle School and Upper School:

Morning drop-off begins at 7:45 am. Breakfast will be served starting at 7:45 am and will end at 8:10 for classes to begin at 8:15 am.

School is dismissed at 3:15 pm. 

Lower School: Please make sure to bring a total change of clothes, including underwear, socks, and shoes.

Middle and Upper School: Middle and Upper School teachers will provide more direction when classes begin about how students should organize their learning materials for each class (such as binders, notebooks, or folders). We ask that families provide the following basic supplies for the school year:

• Binder and notebook for each core course

• Pens and pencils

• Highlighters

• Bookbag or backpack

• Water bottle

Dress Code Apparel - The Hangar

All students are required to wear standard, unmodified Thaden shirts and Thaden outerwear at school. All shirts and outerwear must be Thaden-branded except for raincoats and winter coats, which should be understated (e.g., free of prominent logos or slogans). If a student wears a winter coat, it should be worn over a Thaden shirt or outerwear and not in lieu of it. All students must wear closed-toe shoes.

All standard Thaden shirts and apparel should be purchased through The Hangar, which can be accessed online throughout the year. We also have an upcycle closet of gently used Thaden apparel that students can take items from at no cost. For additional dress code needs, questions, or to get access to the upcycle closet, reach out to Ms. McGinnis, Director of Finance and Accounting.

Our first online pre-order will open Friday, May 15 and run through Friday, June 12, for the 2026-27 academic year. This is the only pre-order before school begins in the fall. Please plan accordingly. Orders will be ready for pickup at the Fly In.

After Care for K-6

Thaden is partnering with Discovery to provide after-school care for students K-6 on Thaden's campus. This program involves experiential learning with hands-on activities balanced with active play. Students spend 35-40 minutes rotating between science, art, STEM, library, and playground time. This program is available from 3:15 to 5:30 pm on weekdays during the academic year and 7:30 am to 5:30 pm on specific holiday breaks. The cost of this program is $95/week and will be billed to families by Discovery. Additional after-care registration instructions and the holiday break schedule will be provided closer to the first day of school. 

If you have any questions related to this program, please contact Megan Steely, Community Relations Program Manager. Registration will open soon.

After Care for 7-12

After-school care outside of official after-school activities will be available to families through an application process and will be $25.00 a week for students who require more than five (5) afternoons during the academic year. After-school care will start immediately following school dismissal and students are expected to be picked up by 5:30 pm or sign-up to ride the late bus. The weekly fee will be added to your Finalsite Billing account and will appear on your monthly invoice. 

If you have any questions related to this program, please contact Megan Steely, Community Relations Program Manager.

The Flyer and the Thaden App

The Flyer is Thaden's weekly newsletter that highlights upcoming events, stories of remarkable Thaden students, classroom lessons, Thaden community spotlights, and other important information.

Much of this information is also highlighted in our Thaden App. The app also houses a searchable directory and quick links on the “more” tab. For any questions about the Thaden app, please reach out to communications@thadenschool.org. 

Barstormer App

The Barnstormer app is home to all athletics information. You can find score updates, practice information, an athletics news feed, and more through this app. Please reach out to our Assistant Athletic Director and Head Boys Basketball Coach, Greg White, with any questions. 

Getting Connected 

At Thaden School, connection is at the heart of our community. Families, faculty, and supporters come together through shared experiences, meaningful engagement, and a culture of generosity that sustains and strengthens the school. Whether through participating in the Thaden Annual Fund, volunteering time and talents, or engaging with the Parent Association, there are many ways to be involved. If you are interested in joining the Parent's Association, please fill out this form. Together, these contributions support the people and programs that make a Thaden education distinctive and ensure that every student benefits from a vibrant, connected community. More information will be shared about these programs towards the beginning of the school year. 

Calling All Athletes!

Middle and Upper School student-athletes are invited to participate in the summer strength training program with Coach Passmore. The training sessions are held at the Thaden Fitness Lab every Tuesday and Thursday from 9:00 am to 11:00 am. The strength training program is designed for all levels of athletic ability.  

Note: No athletic practices or strength training will occur during the AAA Dead Weeks (June 21 - July 4).

Thaden Fall and Winter Sports Programs will have sport-specific practices and workouts throughout the summer.  If you have questions about sport-specific workouts, please contact the coaches for a schedule of dates and times. 

Contact Information: 

Director of Athletics- Coach Scott Passmore

Golf (Grades 9 - 12) - Coach Tyler Elliott

Volleyball (Grades 7-12) - Coach Mikalah Carroll

Cross Country (Grades 7-12) - Coach Maile Venable

Cycling (Grades 5-12) - Coach Nicholas Stevens

Tennis (Grades 9-12)- Coach Scott Passmore

Boys Basketball (Grades 7-12) - Coach Greg White

Girls Basketball (Grades 7-12) - Coach Sarah Sagely

Track and Field (Grades 7-12)- Coach Maile Venable

Boys Soccer (Grades 9-12) - Coach Nate Wesley

Girls Soccer (Grades 9-12) - Coach John Marshall 

All student-athletes will need to complete an athletic physical and parent questionnaire before beginning any practices. It is recommended to complete this over the summer. 

A Note About Cycling 

Student-athletes are invited to participate in our cycling program which is open to all students, regardless of experience, everyone from beginners to national-caliber racers. Please note that students do NOT have to race to take part in the Thaden Cycling team. Students will be divided into development (Devo) riding groups based on their experience levels rather than by age or grade. 

Click here for more information about the Cycling Program 

We require all students to complete volunteer work as part of the cycling program. The volunteer work has to be associated with trail work or a cycling event. We help provide these opportunities during the summer, occasionally as part of a cycling practice with the team, or it can be done individually. 

Trailwork opportunities are available on the school campus most Wednesdays throughout the summer from 8:00 to 10:00 am. Click for more information.

Summer Camps Are Almost Full!

Summer camps at Thaden School offer children and teens opportunities to experience our distinctive educational programs. We will host eight fun-filled weeks of camps with offerings in art exploration, cycling, culinary arts, outdoor water skills, pollination, stop-motion filmmaking, and more. Check out our full list of Summer 2026 offerings here.

Please direct any questions about summer camps to Megan Steely.