Want to Start Your Own Club?
Don’t see what you’re looking for in the list below? Get together and start a club of your own. In order to be recognized as a official club at TJ, here’s what you need to do…
Current Clubs and Activities
TJ CLUBS 2025-2026
Anime Club
Sponsor: Katie Fitzgerald – katie_fitzgerald@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Wednesdays during 5th Lunch in Room 123
ASL Club
Sponsor: Joseph Smorol – joseph_smorol@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Fridays during 5th Lunch in Room 215
Art Club
Sponsor: Lisa Freedberg – lfreedb@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Thursdays during 5th Lunch in Room 35
Asian Student Alliance
Sponsor: Abby Griffin – abigail_griffin@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Thursday during 4th and 5th Lunch in Room 131
Bible Study Club
Sponsor: Rebecca Moore – rebecca_moore@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Wednesdays during 4th and 5th Lunch in Room 111
Black Student Alliance (BSA)
Sponsor: Kyler Jackson – kyler_jackson@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Fridays during 4th and 5th Lunch in Room 111
Bridge Club
Sponsor: Maria Crouse – maria_crouse@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Wednesdays at 5th Lunch in Room 128
Campus Life
Sponsor: Michael Logan – michael_logan@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Tuesdays during 5th Lunch in Room 115
Campus Life leaders build relationships with young people to introduce them to Christ. We seek to cultivate great moments of connection and community for young people. Through a holistic approach Campus Life helps students as they wrestle with critical issues. Leaders help young people realize a Christ-centered life that provides balance mentally, physically, spiritually, and socially.
Challenge 5280/Student Board
Sponsors: TBD
Meeting time: TBD
In this club, students conduct research on a project around some kind of social justice inequity within our school and community. After identifying the problem, we work to find solutions, both immediate and through long term policy changes to address this inequity in order to make TJ a more welcoming space for all students. We compete with all other DPS high schools in the Challenge 5280 competition and present our projects to the Denver Public Schools Board of Education. Three students from the team also represent TJ students at Board meetings once a month as the Student Board of Education Representatives. Students receive elective credit for this club and there is an interview process at the beginning.
Chess Club
Sponsor: Nicholas Pratarelli – nicholas_pratarelli@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Mondays during 5th period lunch in Room 117
Crochet Club
Sponsor: Tamby Reed – tambyr_reed@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Fridays during 4th and 5th Lunch in Room 149
TJ Classical League
Sponsor: Amber Wilson – amber_wilson@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Wednesdays after school & Fridays during 5th Period Lunch in Room 218
But we do far more than just study the language of Ancient Rome. For instance we study Greek and Roman mythology, ancient Roman and Greek culture, literature from the time and everyone’s favorite… Food!! Studying Latin can help improve SAT scores being that much of English is derived from Latin roots and grammatical structures. Students interested in medical, science and legal careers can also benefit as many terms used in these disciplines are Latin. We also participate in the annual Colorado Junior Classical League Competition. Last year, our first year participating, we came in fourth of 20 schools in the Latin Quiz Bowl. Most of those schools are charter and private schools with a focus on the classical studies.
Dance Club
Sponsor: Jameelah Whimbush – jameelah_whimbush@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Thursdays during 5th Lunch and Mondays & Fridays after school in the Dance Room
DECA
Sponsor: Matt Nicolo – MATTHEW_NICOLO@dpsk12.net
Meeting info: Must be enrolled in the CCT program at TJ.
DECA prepares emerging leaders and entrepreneurs for careers in marketing, finance, hospitality and management in high schools and colleges around the globe. With over a 60 year history, DECA has touched the lives of more than ten million students, educators, school administrators and business professionals. Their strong connection with our organization has resonated into a brand that people identify as a remarkable experience in the preparation of emerging leaders and entrepreneurs. Check out the TJ DECA website for more information: http://tjdeca.tjcctweb.com/
Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA)
Sponsor: Kyler Jackson – kyler_jackson@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Thursdays during 4th and 5th Lunch in Room 111
Future Focus
Sponsor: Alyssa Baker – alyssa_baker@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: 9th & 10th Grade – Every other Wednesday during 4th Lunch
11th Grade – Every other Thursday during 5th Lunch
This club is for students to gain tools to help be successful in high school and prepare for life after high school. Creating a college-going identity through exploring personal identity, career exploration, college exploration, admissions, scholarships and financial aid.
Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA)
Sponsors: Marianna Barclay – marianna_barclay@dpsk12.net and Andre Moss – ANDRE_MOSS@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Mondays during 4th Lunch (Room 233) & 5th Lunch (Room 123)
The Gay-Straight Alliance (GSA) is a student-run club which provides a safe place for students to meet, support each other, talk about issues related to sexual orientation, and work to end homophobia and other instances of prejudice, discrimination and intolerance. We function as a support group and provide safety and confidentiality to students who are struggling with their identity as gay, lesbian, bisexual, transgender, or questioning. In addition to support, we work on educating ourselves and the broader school community about sexual orientation and gender identity issues. We sometimes bring in outside speakers to cover a particular topic such as GLBTQ history or bullying. The GSA also organizes educational workshops, panels, and pride celebrations and celebrates specific annual events such as Ally Week and Day of Silence.
The Green Witch Club (Gardening Club)
Sponsor: Lea Rabon – lea_rabon@dpsk12.net and Maggie Gutberlet – margaret_gutberlet@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Thursdays during 5th period Lunch in Room 132, then proceed to the Greenhouse
Come learn how to take care of plants, hang out with club members, and cast an occasional spell! Reach out to student, Ephiny Wolf, for more information!
Guitar Club
Sponsor: Jeff Almond – jalmond@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: After School in Room 222, DAY TBD
JROTC
Sponsors: Major Vincent Lewis – vincent_lewis@dpsk12.net and CW4 Chief Charles Gaines – charles_gaines@dpsk12.net Meeting times: JROTC is an elective course and is part of your daily schedule. The drill and marksmanship teams meet after school. Exact schedule will be determined at a later date.
Hispanic and Latino Club
Sponsor: Laura Ruelas – laura_ruelas@dpsk12.net Mateo Rocha – mateo_rocha@dpsk12.net and Dakota Strasinger – dakota_strasinger@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Tuesdays during 4th and 5th Lunch in Room 134
We partner with Affiliates across the city of Denver to serve Hispanic/Latinos of Thomas Jefferson High School in the areas of civic engagement, civil rights and immigration, education, workforce and the economy, health, and housing. We believe in fighting for our community and for an America where economic, political, and social advancement is a reality for all Hispanics/Latinos. This is an organization for people who are Hispanic/Latino OR for people who appreciate Hispanic/Latino culture. If you fall into one of these categories, then this is the club for you!
Interact Club
Sponsor: Emily Churchill – emily_churchill@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Wednesdays during 5th Lunch in Room 5
Jazz & Modern Band
Sponsor: Robin Morrissey – ROBIN_MORRISSEY@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Tuesdays & Thursdays / 5:00 – 6:30 pm / Room 148
Jewish Student Connection Club
Sponsor: Amber Wilson – AMBER_WILSON@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Mondays during both 4th and 5th Lunch in Room 218
Jewish Student Connection Club celebrates the intersection between Jewish and American culture, tradition, and values and nurtures understanding and allyship among Jewish and non-Jewish students alike. Everyone is welcome to come every other Friday, eat pizza, and build a community.
Knowledge Bowl
Sponsor: Major Vincent Lewis — vincent_lewis@dpsk12.net
Parent coach: Laura Mitchell — brainbowl@smalldatabasesolutions.com
Meeting time: Tuesdays during 4th and 5th lunch in Room 38
Knowledge Bowl is an interdisciplinary academic quiz bowl competition for teams of four to six students. Practice is held Tuesdays during lunch in preparation for several metro-area weekend tournaments during the school year. Participation is open to all students with a love for knowledge.
Letters of Love
Sponsor: Scott Thomas – scott_thomas@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Fridays during 5th Lunch in Room 132
Marching Band
Sponsor: Robin Morrissey – robin_morrissey@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Mondays & Wednesdays, some Fridays after school in Room 148
Native American Club
Sponsor: Marcus Cyrus – marcus_cyrus@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: 4th period Lunch in Room 210 and 5th period Lunch in Room TBD and Day of Week is TBD
Three main components of the club are culture, leadership, and community. Spending time learning about various Native American organizations around Denver, spending time with Native American College programs and student community centers, as well as gaining insight on plant knowledge, star teachings, and trips to celebrations, ceremonies, and volunteering.
National Honor Society
Sponsor: Stephanie Jones – stephanie_jones@dpsk12.net & Tambyr Reed – tambyr_reed@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: TBD in Room 111
Every spring Juniors and Seniors are invited to apply based on a GPA of 3.7 or higher. Can get 5 credits of independent study for Humanities.
Ping Pong Club
Sponsor: Sean Silvers
Meeting Time: Tuesdays during 5th period in the Dance Room.
Shakespeare Club
Sponsor: Jenn Sonhiem – jsonhei@dpsk12.net
Meeting Time: Every Wednesday after school from 3:30-4:30pm in Room 210
Shakespeare Club is a group of young people that appreciate the many fine works of William Shakespeare (The Bard) and have an interest in acting and performing! We prepare a scene or scenes for the Annual Shakespeare Festival which takes place on the last Friday in April at the Denver Center of the Performing Arts Pavillion. Our “auditions” are the week before Spring Break. No experience needed!
Shield Our Schools Club
Sponsor: Laura Prow – laura_prow@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Fridays during 5th Lunch in Room 10
Shield Our Schools Club is a club connected with a non profit organization by the same name dedicated to keeping all students safe no matter the ability. Our purpose is to create a welcoming and supportive environment where every student—of all backgrounds, identities, and abilities—feels safe, respected, and fully ready to learn.
SkillsUSA
Sponsor: Jonathan Howard – jonathan_howard@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Thursdays during 5th period lunch in Room 105
SkillsUSA is a CTSO student organization with a focus on Career Tech. It is for any TJ student currently enrolled in the CTE or CCT program. It is a partnership of students, teachers and industry representatives, working together to ensure America has a skilled workforce. It helps each student excel in leadership and technology skills. The current skills participation is 3D, Web Design Video, Photography, and Programming. This student chapter meets about once a month to organize community service, social events, fundraisers, and conduct technical competition. Check the TJ SkillsUSA website for more information: http://www.skillsusa.org
Speech & Debate
Sponsor: Nicole Benak – nicole_benak@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Tuesdays after school and Wednesdays during 5th period Lunch in Room 202
By following the creed and regulations of the National Speech and Debate Association (or the NSDA), we will build and improve upon the foundations of communication you would learn in a language arts class, add the creativity and fun of a drama class, and build a skill set that will leave you well equipped to take on any profession (not to mention, this will look AMAZING on your college applications). This is considered a CHSAA sport.
Sustainability Club
Sponsor: Maggie Kennedy – MARGARET_KENNEDY@dpsk12.net and Liz Lynch –
Meeting time: Fridays during 5th period Lunch in Room 32
Tea Club
Sponsor: Rachel Teeter- rachel_teeter@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Every other Tuesday during 5th Lunch in Room 212
Tri-M Music Honor Society / Music Leadership
Sponsor: Robin Morrissey – ROBIN_MORRISSEY@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Mondays during 5h period Lunch in Room 148
All students in choir, band &/or orchestra are welcome to come to meetings and help guide our conversations. Membership is the Tri-M is based on a GPA of 3.7 or higher.
Women’s Empowerment Club
Sponsor: Meghan Tocci – meghan_tocci@dpsk12.net
Meeting time: Every 1st and 4th Friday during 5th Lunch in Room 220
