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Sunrise on the Book ReleasePosted 05/02/2025 by Simone DiFalco

A spoiler free review of Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins. 17 years after the bestselling book The Hunger Games was released, the author, Suzanne Collins, is still not done. The series, loved... More

Activities for the Spring SolsticePosted 04/24/2025 by Sophia Nicholson

Here are some fun and functional activities to partake in during the changing Colorado weather.  The late winter and early spring period within the semester is refreshing, but, despite the occasional... More

Faulty FoodsPosted 04/23/2025 by Laine Gaherty

A curated list with an explanation of the most overrated foods that people pretend to enjoy consuming.  Pie Even the word sounds gross…. P i e. Imagine you see a crusty, flakey pastry, you take a l... More

Pressure Points: The Pursuit of CollegePosted 04/22/2025 by Miles Kahn

While senior year proves to be an exciting time for students to embark on their next adventure, the college admissions process is laced with pressure and stress. For high school seniors around the wor... More

Beyond The NumbersPosted 04/14/2025 by Lei Brewer

Mr. Logan inspires minds, one equation at a time. Michael Logan has taught at Thomas Jefferson High School for almost seven years, and his journey into the world of education has been anything but tra... More

Popper’s PassionsPosted 04/14/2025 by Laine Gaherty

Jessica Popper continues to forge a path for passionate and curious students within the TJ community. Jessica Popper finds passion through teaching Civics and Psychology to a wide range of students. P... More

Branching OutPosted 04/14/2025 by Magnolia McLain

Thomas Jefferson’s new girls’ tennis coach is excited to uplift the team. Thomas Jefferson High School girls’ tennis team has an entirely new coaching staff for the 2025 spring season. Head coac... More

Lights, Camera, DCOM: My Top 3 Disney Channel FavoritesPosted 04/12/2025 by Evie Kindell

A personal ranking of my favorite Disney Channel Original Movies and what makes each one stand out. As someone who grew up watching Disney Channel obsessively, I’ve always been a big fan of Disney C... More

Fight ClubPosted 04/08/2025 by Billy Rodriguez Jr

As the well known saying goes “violence is never the answer,” but under some circumstances, it is; fighting may seem scary, but the sport is actually fun and peaceful. Fighting is an exceptionally... More

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