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The Privilege of LearningPosted 12/02/2025 by Barah Khalfalla-Alsaid

In a world where 16% of people globally don’t have access to an education, the power of learning is overlooked. Growing up, I always heard people talk about education like it was something guara... More

Camino de SantiagoPosted 12/02/2025 by Magnolia McLain

This summer I will be walking one of the most famous Christian pilgrimages. The Camino de Santiago is a pilgrimage to the Cathedral de Santiago de Compostela in Northwestern Spain. There are over 280 ... More

Why Do I Believe?Posted 11/20/2025 by Billy Rodriguez Jr

As faith continues to impact my life as well as the lives of the TJ community, I reflect on my personal beliefs. (The views expressed in this opinion article are solely those of the author and do not ... More

Perseverance with PoolePosted 11/20/2025 by Simone DiFalco

In his four years at Thomas Jefferson, Joseph Poole has accomplished so much more than anyone could have predicted. In 2022, the community of Thomas Jefferson high school gained a student that would g... More

Bringing Awareness to SNAP CancellationPosted 11/20/2025 by Tashiaia Box

SNAP cancellation in America affects millions of Americans, including people here at TJ. (The views expressed in this opinion article are solely those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the ... More

Val’s the GalPosted 11/20/2025 by Laine Gaherty

Val Olivarez-Martinez is a prime example of a leader who exemplifies what it means to be a Spartan.  Throughout the halls of Thomas Jefferson High School, countless leaders can be seen making an impa... More

Bringing PurposePosted 11/19/2025 by Billy Rodriguez Jr

High energy, high impact: Garien Behling leaving his mark by inspiring students.  For many students, there is always a hope that a connection will be made with a teacher within high school. TJ social... More

Prehistoric Pizza: A History LessonPosted 11/06/2025 by Simone DiFalco

A brief and concise history of a crowd favorite shareable meal. When one thinks of American food, one of the first things that comes to mind is pizza. The grease and cheese certainly make it fit right... More

Trammell’s Time to TeachPosted 11/05/2025 by Harper Skurky-Thomas

Social studies teacher works to support every one of her students. As one of TJ’s social studies teachers, Dakota Trammell influences the lives of TJ students. Trammell teaches Intro to Ethnic Studi... More

Autism Solved!Posted 11/04/2025 by Cora Grabel

In September, Donald Trump and Robert F. Kennedy Jr. made a misinformation-filled announcement about the cause of autism. We did it, folks! We found the cause of autism, or at least the Trump administ... More