Putting on my senior tank top and sunglasses, I went down to the annual All School Games. The aroma of freshly cut grass and cooked hamburgers filled my nostrils with pleasure and I felt at home. Seeing the nervous smiles and shy glances of freshman reminded me that I, too, was once in their position. […]
Only a few days ago, I was sitting in the Study Hall hearing Ms. McMahon speak to my junior class about senior leadership positions for next year. There are so many options available for us all and it is difficult to only chose one. What is even more difficult is having to follow in the […]
As I wipe the sweat off my forehead I look over to the side and take in the gorgeous view that overlooks the newly developed upper field. I also notice my teammates, teachers, and fellow students cheering for me on the sidelines. At the end of the match we celebrate our big win with a […]
Having run cross country last year, I was unsure of what to expect when I decided on JV Tennis for my fall sport. I heard rave reviews about Mr.Carney, the head coach, and the team in general. Since the first day on the court, I knew I had made the right decision to play tennis. […]
Coming from New Jersey, my family and I did not do much camping. In fact, we didn’t do any at all. Upon my arrival at Thacher, my perception of camping changed dramatically. Yes, rivers and lakes do become your showers. Yes, you do use the wilderness as bathroom. No, it does not suck. There is […]
As I finish my second year here at Thacher, I can not believe how fast time has flown by! It feels as if just yesterday I was a Freshmen stepping onto the Thacher campus and meeting all the teachers and upperclassman. Looking back on my two years at Thacher, I realize that I could not […]
The other day, Thacher’s community service heads along with their teacher advisor, Ms. Perry, organized a school wide community service day. On this day, there are no classes and every student in the school signs up for some time of activity that goes on to benefit the Thacher or Ojai communities. Last trimester I was […]
As I stared up at the night sky that overlooked the gorgeous view we had of the upper fields I had never felt more thankful. That night, Ms. Merlini, our dorm head, took all the girls in Middle School up to the outdoor chapel at 9:30. At first, we were all very tired and the […]
Passing by the freshmen unpacking I remember what it was like when I first arrived on campus. I was nervous about meeting new people, living on my own and starting classes. I remember how worried I was that I might not enjoy it here or that I may be over stressed by work, but that […]
The days leading up to the Middle School Dorm Banquet were filled with happiness and sadness. Realizing how much I have overcome this year along with all the fun I have had made me excited for another year to begin. But knowing that my prefects would be leaving us this upcoming year made it hard to […]