Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
Affinity Spaces & Alliance Groups
Affinity spaces are for individuals who identify as members of the group and can speak to the experience of being a member of the group from the “I” perspective. Members of affinity groups often share an understanding of common values and similar experiences based on a part of their identity.
Alliance groups bring together people who have a common commitment to an identifier group, e.g. race, gender, religion, family status, etc. Alliance groups are for individuals who identify as members of the group and/or as people who support and stand in solidarity with that group.
Middle School Groups
- Asian/Pacific Islanders
- Black Girl Magic
- Black Male Affinity
- Christian Students
- Girls in Action
- Jewish Students
- Mental Health
- Multiracial Students
- OMEGA
- Spectrum
- White Anti-racist
- Women's Empowerment
Asian/Pacific Islanders
Black Girl Magic
Black Male Affinity
Christian Students
Girls in Action
Jewish Students
Mental Health
Multiracial Students
OMEGA
Spectrum
White Anti-racist
Women's Empowerment
Upper School Groups
- Asian Student Association
- Black Male Affinity
- Isokan
- Mental Health Awareness Club
- Mi Gente (Latinx Affinity)
- OMEGA
- QUEST
- Sister Circle (Black Girl Affinity)
- Women’s Empowerment
Asian Student Association
Black Male Affinity
Isokan
Mental Health Awareness Club
Mi Gente (Latinx Affinity)
OMEGA
QUEST
Sister Circle (Black Girl Affinity)
Women’s Empowerment
You Belong Here
Since it first opened its doors in 1877, Thayer Academy has fostered a co-educational environment that affords equal access to students from a broad range of socio-economic circumstances, so they may pursue and develop their talents, interests, and passions.
Thayer Academy remains committed to providing a safe, welcoming, and inspiring environment for every student in our community. We value the commonalities that unite us and celebrate the diversity which makes this community stronger and more vibrant -- a diversity that embraces, but is not limited to: race, religion, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity, learning style, physical ability, family makeup, and socioeconomic status.
Thayer Academy’s Strategic Plan for Racial Equity and Justice
The plan seeks to address issues of racial inequity and identify specific action items for change while guiding Thayer to become an antiracist community.
Mental Health Resources for the BIPOC Community
Live Another Day
Live Another Day believes in equal access to life-saving mental health and substance use resources. This website provides extensive information onthe best resources available.
Detox Local
An excellent resource that features abundant information including mental health and substance use resources specifically for the AAPI (American Asian and Pacific Islander) community.
Leadership
Sarah Miller
The Academy's Board of Trustees includes 17 members; 5 are women and 3 are persons of color.