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From Clubs to CollegePosted 03/21/2025 by Evelyn Jackson

Emanuel Morales-Gomez is a dedicated student leader who has left a lasting impression on the TJ community. An extraordinary person is one who has accomplished so much and still has the opportunity to ... More

Guiding the FuturePosted 03/13/2025 by Evie Kindell

Emily Webster is committed to helping students navigate college and career decisions. High school is a very important period for students, especially juniors and seniors, who are thinking about what t... More

Embracing the UnknownPosted 03/10/2025 by Nate Bolinske

The group Yes Theory is defined by their adventures, motivation, and intriguing content. In a world dominated by routine, automation, and digital distractions, the group of friends behind Yes Theory b... More

The Sophisticated and Strong Sean SilversPosted 03/10/2025 by Miles Kahn

A deep dive into the other side of a TJ English teacher’s life. When thinking about a versatile character, who comes to mind? Perhaps Superman or Batman? However, for those who have come to know Sea... More

Admired CounselorPosted 03/10/2025 by Ben Scherer

Jeremy Anderson is a school counselor at TJ who helps the community flow smoothly. Jeremy Anderson has been a part of the counseling team at Thomas Jefferson for 11 years. His personal passion is help... More

Ya Casi Libre – Almost FreePosted 02/26/2025 by Jesus Flores-Sanchez

Maria Corina Machado, the voice of a nation, is uniting Venezuela in a fight for freedom. Freedom can be defined as “The power or right to act, speak, or think as one wants without hindrance or ... More

The Life of LynchPosted 02/25/2025 by Riley Rimkus

A synopsis of Herbert Wayne Lynch II, one of TJ’s most virtuous teacher who is beloved by the community at large. While many attributes constitute a remarkable teacher, there is something special to... More

That’s So BratPosted 01/31/2025 by Harper Skurky-Thomas

The 67th Grammy Awards are coming up on February 2nd. The biggest award show in the music industry, the Grammys, will be held on February 2nd this year, and excitement for the event is building. The a... More

Co-Teacher to Full-TimePosted 12/13/2024 by Kira McBarron

A temporary addition to the Thomas Jefferson Science Department, is now a permanent member of the Math Department. Emily Churchill previously taught middle school Special Education math and science in... More

Don’t Fake It Till You Make ItPosted 12/13/2024 by Sonja Calhoun

My advice on how to be your most confident self. Nobody is born with insecurity. We are born sure of ourselves, with no awareness or knowledge of external judgment; we are born feeling completely whol... More