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New Schedule Proposed for 08-09Posted 03/19/2008 by Ben Gilliland

TJ is considering a modified block schedule for next year. by Ben Gilliland      For the 2008-2009 school year at Thomas Jefferson High School there is a proposal on the table for ... More

Swimming Steps Up to the BlocksPosted 03/18/2008 by Michael Mankoff

Boys Swimming and Diving makes a splash. By Michael Mankoff This year the Thomas Jefferson swimming and diving team has a lot of new, young talent as the Spartans embark on a new and exciting sea... More

Buckle-Up CampaignPosted 03/17/2008 by Ben Gilliland

Students are informed on the importance of practicing safe driving. by Ben Gilliland     During the week of March 17-21, Thomas Jefferson High School is sponsoring the annual Buckl... More

Fill Out a Bracket and Join the MadnessPosted 03/16/2008 by Michael Mankoff

DECA & the Jefferson Journal’s March Madness Tournament Contest! by Michael Mankoff The NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament is held every year in March and early April. In a 19 day span t... More

They Razzle Dazzled Us: A Chicago ReviewPosted 03/16/2008 by Manny Perez

“If you’d have been there. If you’d have seen it, I betcha you would have done the same.” by Manny Perez     Thomas Jefferson High School students and staff memb... More

Slug-Fest Gives Baseball Another WinPosted 03/15/2008 by Marc Houghton

Strong hitting and solid defense leads TJ to a victory against Eaglecrest. by Marc Houghton         The Spartan baseball team had a great all-around game on Fri... More

Walk-off Homer Clinches Comeback Win for BaseballPosted 03/14/2008 by Marc Houghton

Late rally and game-ending home run by Nathan gives TJ a win in their home opener. by Marc Houghton photo by Ryanne Mollo     TJ baseball takes a win in their second game of the se... More

Coach's Corner: Episode 4Posted 03/14/2008 by Matt Spampi

Episode 4 of Coach’s Corner with Justin Tara.  Today Justin talks with Assistant Varsity Coach Taylor Hargrove and First Baseman Matthew Mankoff. [display_podcast]... More

Choreographing ChicagoPosted 03/14/2008 by Sinjin Jones

A look at the choreography of TJ Drama’s blockbuster production, Chicago. by Sinjin Jones photo by Manuel Perez      Turn, lift, jazz, square, Charleston, grapevine, jump, an... More

A MacBook Aboard 815: Ji YeonPosted 03/14/2008 by Manny Perez

A LOST addict types really, really fast between commercials. CAUTION [If you didn’t see last night’s episode STOP! Spoilers Ahead!] by Manny Perez 8:04 – Ok, so we’re on the bo... More