Mr. Naecher

"I'm not there yet!"
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## Mr. Naecher

### Status

Living

"*Shetani, leave her alone. You can't blame Winter for her style choice, or any student. Think of it, are you really being fair? Don't you think you're-*"
—Mr. Naecher standing up to Shetani, *Stacking the Rules*

**Matthew Naecher**, more commonly referred to as **Mr. Naecher**, is the world history teacher at Pineshadow Middle School.

## History

### Season 1

#### *She's Plotting Something*

When he is prompted on the whereabouts of Winter by Evie and Mya, Mr. Naecher reports that he hasn't seen her around, finding her disappearance strange. Evie asks if she's been acting suspicious, which he denies, and when she questions if he's seen Daniela either, he replies that he's glad he has not. Exhausted, Mya inquires if she's been acting suspicious as well, but Mr. Naecher is unable to confirm it and suggests to her and Evie that they should consult Rex. Sighing, Evie thanks him for his help.

### Season 2

#### *The New Principal*

Just a few minutes into Mr. Naecher's history class, the bell rings, and an announcer calls for students to come to the cafeteria to meet their new principal. Mr. Naecher stands up, telling his students to line up with their things at the door, and that there better not be misbehaving in the halls.

#### *Stacking the Rules*

"*I'm just as in shock as you are, Winter. I don't think this is fair to you - or anyone, at all.*"
—Mr. Naecher siding with Winter over Shetani

Mr. Naecher is stunned by Shetani's new rule prohibiting dyed hair, glancing at Winter and telling her that he doesn't believe this is fair to her or anyone else. Evie agrees with him, rallying the entire class against the new rules before Mr. Naecher starts his history lesson back up again. However, just moments after he assigns his students to open their textbooks, Shetani opens the door and furiously demands for Winter. Mr. Naecher steps forward, advising her to leave her alone, pointing out that what she's doing isn't right. Despite his words, she snaps at him that she's doing her job, grabbing Winter and dragging her out of the classroom. Mr. Naecher is shocked by what just happened, choosing to not proceed with class any further and giving his students the rest of the day off.

#### *The Attack*

Mr. Naecher is mentioned to have shared a concerned glance with Evie and Mya after seeing Winter daydream in class.

#### *Traitors!*

Mya tells Vice Principal Bluelund to guard the door, and if Mrs. Hawkins or Mr. Naecher appear, they should be let in. Shortly after, Evie, Mya, and Winter find out that Shetani is suspicious of the two teachers.

#### *Devil's Dungeon*

Winter reassures Mya that she already sent her existing evidence to Mr. Naecher and their other allies. Later, Evie shares the same news with the Heartley parents.

#### *Your Pain is My Pleasure: Part 1*

"*Okay, girls, you hide. Doreen, you're with me and the other teachers. Don't make a sound.*"
—Mr. Naecher to the girls

Mr. Naecher is one out of many making up the army hearing Winter's rallying cry at Pinelake Park. Later, at the school, Mr. Naecher and Mrs. Hawkins are instructed to hack into Shetani's presentation, and they lead Evie, Mya, Winter, and Amira to the cafeteria. Mr. Naecher asks if Mrs. Hawkins has the things needed to rig the presentation, which she confirms, and he tells the girls to hide. During the confrontation with Shetani, they apprehend her, but she soon breaks free and kidnaps Amira and Winter.

### *Winter's Tales*

#### *Betrayal of Blood*

Winter notes that Mr. Naecher is her favorite teacher, liking his calm deameanor and his laid-back pacing set for his world history class. She quickly settles in, finding history to be her home.

#### *Only in a Waking Dream*

"*You know you can speak to me if* anything *is wrong, honey. I've seen you act atypically as of late... is there something you want to talk about?*"
—Mr. Naecher to Winter upon seeing her distressed state

Mr. Naecher grows worried for Winter when she begins to behave erratically, though any attempt of his to console her is met with deflection. Winter eventually tells him to stay out of her business and focus on his own, and he doesn't try to speak to her further after that.

#### *Talking of the Axes*

Winter enjoys her lessons from Mr. Naecher.

#### *The Foxes and the Hounds*

"*Amazing work, Winter.*"
—Mr. Naecher praising Winter

Mr. Naecher congratulates Winter on passing her history exam.

#### *Snowblind*

Winter is relieved by the company of Mr. Naecher, who, unlike others, has not sought to ruin her waking dream. He later dresses as Gandalf from *Lord of the Rings*.

### *Little Miss Perfect*

Evie notes the distance to Mr. Naecher's history class isn't far.

### Specials

#### *Daniela Wrecks Christmas*

"*Two more days. I don't have much to say, other than I hope all of you have a* merry *and* beautiful *Christmas, playing in the snow, sharing the warmth, love, presents, and food. If you plan to travel,* do *stay safe! Beware of black ice and icy roads. If you're in an avalanche, ski to the side. Now, who's ready for hot cocoa and a* iconic *Christmas movie?*"
—Mr. Naecher to his students

Evie and Mya eagerly anticipate Mr. Naecher's hot chocolate. Upon arriving in his class, they settle down, and he advises them on the holidays before offering up hot chocolate and a Christmas movie - *Home Alone*. When dismissal comes early, he wishes his class farewell.

## Personality and Traits

Mr. Naecher is shown to be an accepting and fair teacher who is not afraid to voice his opinions. He is protective of his students and not that hard, as seen in *Stacking the Rules*. He will do anything to make sure that nothing gets out of hand, even going against order, which is shown when he attempts to stand up to Shetani.

## Trivia

* Mr. Naecher is voiced by Rob Wiethoff.
* He is very close to Winter, whom he also considers his favorite student.
* He teaches sixth and seventh grade world history.