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The Work That MattersPosted 03/05/2026 by Archana George

Beloved mentor shaping kids’ futures one student at a time. Tahj Dillard-Watkins has been a steady, grounding presence here at Thomas Jefferson High School for nine years. Anyone who has spent time ... More

Stellar Stephenson-SteelePosted 03/05/2026 by Brooklyn Darden

TJ has been a welcoming home to Jennifer Stephenson-Steele for over a decade. Jennifer Stephenson-Steele, a part of Thomas Jefferson High School’s English Department, has been a key member of the sc... More

Counting on ConnectionsPosted 03/02/2026 by Laine Gaherty

As college approaches, I have begun to reflect on everything I have learned throughout high school while simultaneously building connections in preparation for my major.  Senior year is full of life-... More

From Classroom to CareerPosted 03/02/2026 by Barah Khalfalla-Alsaid

Ms. Lynch does everything she can to ensure that her students are prepared for success in life beyond high school. Part time Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) teacher and part time work-... More

Baker: the ChangemakerPosted 02/13/2026 by Laine Gaherty

Jack Baker initiates influential change within the TJ community and beyond. With a collaborative outlook and desire to pursue knowledge, junior Jack Baker has made a name for himself during his impres... More

No Need For A Sinners SequelPosted 02/05/2026 by Tashiaia Box

Audiences loved the movie Sinners, but many believe the story should end there. (Spoiler Warning)  The movie Sinners, written and directed by Ryan Coogler, was released in theaters on April 18, 2025... More

Climbing Away from the ColonyPosted 01/27/2026 by Sarah Yellen

As a 2007 clip from a nature documentary goes viral on social media, one question remains: but why? Over the past few weeks, numerous social media platforms such as TikTok, Instagram, and YouTube have... More

Music with Ms. ReedPosted 12/15/2025 by Aster Weifenbach

Spartan students can join her musical classes in room 149 if they’d like to sing or play piano. Tambyr Reed attributes to the Denver Public Schools music program heavily with her choir and piano cla... More

Where Did All The Albums GoPosted 12/15/2025 by Sonja Calhoun

Some album recommendations to fix your attention span. With the introduction of TikTok, Instagram, and other apps that favor short form content, the music industry has undergone dramatic changes to ac... More

Armstrong’s AmbitionsPosted 12/12/2025 by Sonja Calhoun

Restorative Justice is just the beginning of Ms. Armstrong’s career Growing up with 20 siblings, Oureana Armstrong learned how to stand out from an early age. Being a cheerleader throughout high... More