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Raising RestrictionsPosted 04/15/2023 by Farah Djama

The RESTRICT Act  is a new piece of legislation currently being debated in the House and Senate that is facing many criticisms for its vague language.  It’s no surprise that TikTok, an app wit... More

Society SolutionsPosted 04/10/2023 by Maria Goergen

The National Honors Society has participated in several events and has new plans for the club. The community organization National Honor Society (NHS) allows high school students to lead a life of ser... More

Students for SafetyPosted 04/10/2023 by Brady Vinlove

Across Denver, students are refusing to stay silent about gun violence. On Wednesday, March 22, yet another shooting occurred at East High School. Austin Lyle, a student at East High School, shot two ... More

Dominating at DECAPosted 04/10/2023 by Stephen LoJacono

TJ’s DECA students won first place in three events at this year’s State Competition. Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) is a club across the United States and in eight other countr... More

Dream Out LoudPosted 04/04/2023 by Merry Shukert

Dana Starbuck’s retirement after 28 years in the teaching field is hitting students hard. Math may not be everyone’s favorite subject, but Dana Starbuck has a reputation for making it enjoyable an... More

Cultural CelebrationPosted 04/04/2023 by Kira Kennedy

TJ students hosted a night where everyone could show off their cultures and celebrate who they are. On March 17th, Thomas Jefferson High School held its first Multicultural Night. The night included d... More

The Willow ProjectPosted 03/23/2023 by Jesse Smith

Environmentalists are fighting against the new Willow Project, a “carbon-bomb” for the climate.  The Willow Project is arguably one of the most controversial topics in America right now. It’s a... More

The Power ProblemPosted 03/20/2023 by Ben Morlan

The methods of powering portable electronics are problematic. Almost every modern portable device, from cell phones to electric vehicles, uses lithium-ion batteries. The United States Department of En... More

Month of MadnessPosted 03/17/2023 by Ravi Apte

March Madness has started and fans all around the country are watching. Since it began, the NCAA men’s basketball tournament, also known as March Madness, has been one of the most beloved sporti... More

The Melting Pot at the End of the RainbowPosted 03/15/2023 by Mattie Brightwell

Saint Patrick’s Day is widely regarded as an Irish holiday, but most of the familiar traditions are actually American- this is what happens when different holidays join America’s cultural melting ... More