More Than a Homeroom: the Nason MG

by Jimmy Mitchell

Walk into Mr. Nason's mentor group on any given morning, and you’ll immediately feel it energy, connection, and a sense of brotherhood that stretches across all four grade levels. What could easily be just another homeroom has instead become one of the most spirited communities on campus, shaped by the personalities, goals, and leadership of the students and staff who fill it.

For senior Phineas, the best part of mentor group is simple: seeing everyone together. His favorite moments are the ones where the room buzzes with conversation guys talking sports, gearing up for the day’s activity, or diving into house games.

“Seeing everyone coming together is the best part,” he says. And it shows. Phineas brings a welcoming presence to the room, moving from person to person, checking in, making sure everyone feels included and ready to go. His leadership isn’t loud; instead, it’s steady, warm, and grounding.

Sophomore Andrew Bosa sees mentor group as something bigger than a daily check-in. For him, it’s a chance to build something lasting. His goal? “To bring the community of our mentor group to be able to create everlasting brotherhood with my peers.”

And he means it. Andrew talks about the smiles, the good attitudes, and the compassion his peers bring each morning. It’s clear he sees the group not just as classmates, but as brothers learning about one another, growing together, and shaping a culture of support.

Mentor group captain Josiah Francisco describes the daily scene as a lively mix of grades 9 through 12, all sharing the same space and building community. A typical meeting includes check-ins, conversations, and of course games. Lots of games. Pop darts. Hacky sack.

This group doesn’t just sit around waiting for the bell. They move, laugh, compete, and bond. Josiah is quick to highlight the younger leaders emerging in the group, especially sophomores like Andrew Bosa and Juju Duckett, who consistently show inclusiveness and involvement beyond their years.

Mr. Nason, the mentor teacher, sums it up with a smile: “Having a mentor group is fun it’s more entertaining than having a regular homeroom.” And he’s right. This isn’t a place where students quietly stare at the clock. It’s a place where community is built intentionally, where leadership is shared, and where every morning starts with connection rather than routine