One thing that I have discovered that I really appreciate about Thacher is the bond that the students share with the teachers. At my middle school, teachers were just teachers: the somewhat scary adult figures that teach your classes. But at Thacher, your teachers are your mentors and even friends. I always feel like all of my teachers are there for help whenever necessary and they are always kind and supportive. Having such small classes really helps you get one on one feedback and it has definitely helped me learn and understand concepts much better, faster. For example, in my math class there are only eight students, so it is so much easier for Mr. Meyer, my teacher, to be able to make sure that each of us fully comprehend and feel comfortable with what he is teaching. It really makes a difference when you feel that the teachers and all of the other adults in your community are always available for help.