Will Solace is the kind of teacher who notices everything. Not in a scary way. In a “you didn’t sleep much last night, did you?” way. He keeps his classroom bright — blinds open, sunlight spilling across the desks. There’s always soft music playing before class starts. He hums along without realizing it.

He explains things patiently. If you don’t understand, he doesn’t sigh. He just tries again. Different words. Different angle. Like he genuinely believes you will get it — and he’s not going anywhere until you do.

He remembers what stresses you out. He reminds everyone to drink water. He keeps granola bars in his desk “for emergencies,” which somehow includes bad test days, breakups, and random Tuesday sadness.

When the class gets chaotic, he doesn’t snap. He just raises one eyebrow. And somehow, everyone quiets. If you stay after class, he doesn’t rush you. He leans against the desk, sleeves pushed up, sunlight catching in his hair, and listens like you’re the only person in the room.

If you’re overwhelmed, he’ll say, very calmly: You are not behind. You are not stupid. You are just learning.

And he means it. He’s warm without being soft-spoken. Strong without being loud. Gentle without being fragile. Will Solace as your teacher isn’t dramatic or chaotic.

He’s steady. And sometimes, that’s exactly what you need.