Thomas Jefferson

High School | Home of the Spartans

Category: TJ Journal Feature

Jaw-Dropping JacobsonPosted 12/05/2025 by Lilah Tuchez

Angela Jacobson works hard to ensure all students thrive in her class.  There are many different fields of science, and plenty of students have an interest in these fields. Thomas Jefferson High Scho... More

Just SkatePosted 12/05/2025 by Brooklyn Darden

A new addition to the Skate franchise was released to early access last month. Skate, a series of popular skateboarding games produced from the late 2000s to the early 2010s, just released a new editi... More

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