Thacher Magazine: Learning to Lead
“We truly believe that the heart of strong leadership lies in how you show up in community every day— respectfully speaking to, treating, and including others, bringing positive energy and inspiration, modeling and living Thacher's Honor Code, and looking out for those who need it the most,” said Megan Carney, director of student life at Thacher.
The foundation of this work begins on day one of the ninth grade year and is both baked into all aspects of the Thacher program and thoughtfully constructed to expand and evolve as a student advances through their time at the School. Patiently working to manage a stubborn horse, volunteering to take extra group gear while backpacking in the Sierras, stepping up on the sports field or in the riding arena to help out a teammate, or just infusing a day or event with joy—these are the kinds of real responsibilities and personal challenges that provide Thacher students across all grade levels with the necessary tools to lead. By the time they reach senior year, all seniors demonstrate leadership and have crucial roles to play.
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