Purpose: The purpose of this study was to examine the effects of reverent relationships on learning. The hypothesis was, that if an instructor individualizes a curriculum, they can and will facilitate "the love of learning." If projects were personalized, students would find themselves interested in their work. Hence, they would be more creative and productive. Discipline problems would diminish. Methodology: Five groups of students, meeting for one hour a day, five days a week, for an eighteen-week period were evaluated. These pupils were required to take this class to meet their "Fine Arts" requirements. Few, if any had a sincere interest in the Arts. These were compared with similar groups, taught in manners that are more traditional. The groups included students from various socio-economic backgrounds. The majority of the students were from lower-middle class families. Parent participation was not high. Few, if any parents were involved in the students' school lives. The grade levels were nine through twelve, high school. The school was one within the Anaheim Union High School District, in Cypress, California. In this essay, the story of one student is used as an example for many. Interviews, observations, production, and progress were the guides for assessment. Results: Grades were not the determinant that differentiated the two groups. Grades may not be as objective as student interest is. Voluntary participation in after school and lunchtime activities, improved academic performance in all subjects, and enrollments in colleges were the factors used to verify a true commitment to learning. Conclusions: A strong relationship between the educator and the student, between the student and the subject, contributes to and creates a strong relationship between the student and the school, between the student and the idea of education. Students learn, and love learning. Recommendations: An educator must be patient, any are. They must authentically encourage learning, and be sensitive to the manner in which each individual student learns. Educators must empathize! Empathy is the best educator! Mentors must trust that they and the students can and will enjoy the growth, energy, and that each will grow greater!