AP US History. Mr. Donnelly pushes you to look at history as a whole and make connections on your own. He makes sure you aren’t just spitting out facts. You have to look at the bigger picture. I’m a math and science person, so it was challenging, but I really liked the class.

I came into the 9th grade a little shy. But I met a good group of kids who took their schoolwork seriously but still had a social life. It was a good time to meet new people and get out of my comfort zone. I broke out of my shell.

Every single show I was a part of. Kids from all 4 grades participate so it’s a great way to get to know underclassmen and upperclassmen. You really get to know these students and the teachers really well. Before each show we would get together and form a circle, and it’s very emotional. I’m going to miss that a lot.

Winter wars, the hypnotist show-- I can’t think of one. Every event that makes Thayer unique is just fun.

I’ll definitely miss the people here, especially the faculty. Teachers here really connect with the students - and not just on a strictly educational level. You can have a good connection and email or talk to them outside of class whenever you need to.

I performed a magic trick. We have a family friend who’s a magician and he helped me prepare. [Note: Jonathan won Mr. Thayer, an annual event in which senior boys participate in a talent competition to earn the title Mr. Thayer.]