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From Soil to SkillsPosted 04/29/2026 by Ellie Huntsman

TJ’s Unified Garden program has grown in purpose and impact over time. What started as a small school garden has developed into an opportunity for students to gain hands-on learning while simultaneo... More

The Debate for StatePosted 04/29/2026 by Evelyn Jackson

Students involved with the Speech & Debate club at TJ recently went to their first state competition. The Thomas Jefferson High School Speech and Debate team competed at the state level during the... More

Ping-Pong PerseveresPosted 04/28/2026 by Lilah Tuchez

TJ’s ping-pong club has become an environment for students to unwind during the school day. Thomas Jefferson High School has a wide variety of clubs. There is something for anyone who is looking for... More

Spartan Community: Time to Rally!Posted 04/23/2026 by Barah Khalfalla-Alsaid

The Thomas Jefferson community is gearing up once again for its annual auction, returning this year with new items, new sponsors, and an even bigger donation goal.  The auction is a returning event t... More

Constructing New Ways to LearnPosted 04/23/2026 by Daniella Prime-Morales

TJ’s new Language Arts teacher has had an incredible teaching journey.  Karina Gomez-Gonzalez began working for Thomas Jefferson High School this year, and since then has brought so much light and ... More

Spartans Blast it Out of The ParkPosted 03/24/2026 by Sonja Calhoun

Spartan cheerleaders seal off competition season with a first place trophy. Cheerleaders are a staple of American high school culture. From the football field to the basketball court, cheerleaders can... More

Empty Wallets, Empty StomachsPosted 03/20/2026 by Sarah Yellen

Inflation has hit TJ’s student-run stores and concessions. For the past few years, inflation has been a concern on everyone’s mind. With the prices of gas, eggs, and other necessities at a record ... More

TJ Ventures Into the WoodsPosted 03/12/2026 by Daniella Prime-Morales

Actors and the tech crew got creative working on the musical this semester.  The latest show in the works from Thomas Jefferson High School’s theater department is the 1987 musical Into The Woods. ... More

Essence of Black HistoryPosted 03/11/2026 by Tashiaia Box

TJ’s Black Student Alliance hosted a Black History Month Spirit Week. The Black Student Alliance (BSA) at Thomas Jefferson High School hosted a Black History Month spirit week from February 17th to ... More

From TJ to TakeoffPosted 03/10/2026 by Sarah Yellen

Charles’s impact and passionate spirit will continue to be cherished throughout TJ’s hallways. Danyelle Charles has been the beloved Office Manager at Thomas Jefferson High School for the ... More