Dates & Details

The Thayer Academy Collaborative runs for three consecutive weeks in July (July 7 - 25, 2025) from 8:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

• Determination of summer 2025 eligibility: Students entering grades 6-8 in fall 2025.
• The deadline for 2025 applications is June 1, 2025. However, early application is strongly encouraged.
• Meals (breakfast, lunch, snack) are provided.
• Academic classes usually take place Monday through Thursday, with field trips on Fridays.
• Students take classes in English, math, and science.
• Each class is taught by a lead teacher and a teaching assistant.
• Previous weekly enrichment activities have included: Media Production, Robotics, Music, Improvisation, Civics, and Visual Arts.
• Please be advised that while the Collaborative aims to help students reach their highest academic potential, we do not have educators specifically trained in special education.

For additional information, please contact the Thayer Academy Collaborative Program Director Danny Seymour (dseymour@thayer.org | 781.664.2330) or
Thayer Academy DEIB Director Matt Ghiden (mghiden@thayer.org | 781.664.2334).

APPLY FOR THE THAYER ACADEMY COLLABORATIVE

All applications begin online. Once we receive your online application, the program director (Danny Seymour) will email you shortly thereafter requesting the following additional materials:

• An updated physical exam and immunization form provided by your child’s physician (must be within 24 months prior to when your student is expected to attend the Thayer Academy Collaborative).
• An academic transcript or report card from the most recent school year.
• A letter written to the program director (Mr. Seymour), by the student, discussing why they want to join the Collaborative program. 
• Completion of the TA Collaborative Transportation Google Form selecting your intended mode of transportation to and from the Collaborative. 
• Note: all these materials should be sent directly to Danny Seymour (dseymour@thayer.org).

You will be informed of your student’s placement in the program via email within a few weeks of receipt of all required materials. Admissions into the program is dependent on academic performance, personal motivation, and available enrollment.