Executive Director Pens Open Letter to Class of 2016
Dear Class of 2016, On behalf of the students, faculty, staff, and Board of Trustees, I want to congratulate you. On Friday, we celebrated your …read more
The Warrior
Senior Class Raises the Bar and Breaks Records
As we approach Thurgood Marshall Academy’s 12th annual commencement ceremony next month, it is no better time to pay tribute to the graduating class of …read more
My Personal Statement Challenge: Earica’s Story
Earica Parrish (TMA ’13) didn’t know that several failed attempts at writing her personal statement for college would ironically lead her on a journey to major in Magazine Journalism, a writing-intensive field. During her senior year at TMA, she felt confident after submitting her nicely typed, double-spaced, 2-page, 700 word final essay that explained why her college of choice would be lucky to have her as a student.
College Counseling Team Springs into Action
There’s no stopping the College Counseling team, a department at TMA dedicated specifically to advancing TMA’s college culture. This Spring, the team has been coordinating …read more
A Gift of Song: Angel’s Story
In this Q&A, Angel Haythe (TMA ’15) shares why Black History Month at TMA is an empowering time for students to delve deeper into African-American culture and heritage. Haythe performed Nina Simone’s “Strange Fruit” and “Mississippi Goddam” at TMA’s 5th Annual Celebrating Our Roots. The powerful songs and the explosive lyrics were a heartfelt response to reoccurring violent events during the Civil Rights Movement that claimed the innocent lives of African-Americans. Today, Haythe is studying Business and Music at Trinity Washington University and is inspired by events like Celebrating Our Roots, which allow her to use her gifted voice to “help spread positivity and inspiration.”
Celebrating Our Roots All Month Long
At the close of Black History Month, Thurgood Marshall Academy hosted Celebrating Our Roots, a powerful production that honored the Civil Rights Movement. The event …read more
TMA’s College Counseling Department in Action
The College Counseling Team works year-round to equip students and their families with the resources they need to take on a college career. Staying true …read more
Richard Pohlman Named Permanent Executive Director
Dear members of the Thurgood Marshall Academy community, On behalf of the Board of TMA, I am pleased to announce that Richard Pohlman has been …read more
Tech Gurus Inspire Students to Take on STEM Careers
Thurgood Marshall Academy celebrated Computer Science Education Week, the largest education event in history, with tech-gurus Pat Yongpradit, Chief Academic Officer of Code.org, La Tara …read more
Story of an Ivy Leaguer Inspires Students to Pursue College
Early last week, TMA 11th and 12th graders spent the morning engaging with award-winning author Jeff Hobbs as he shared excerpts and passages from his …read more